Storyboard - Smart Pet Trick

Here’s a simple story that you can shoot and edit in an hour or two. The purpose is to dramatize the enormous power of suggestion in movie making. The idea is that if something is not in the frame, you can make it be and do whatever you suggest.
The storyboard is self-explanatory, but here are some hints for a smooth and easy production. The roles are gender-independent and the dialogue is included only as a guideline. Let the performers improvise freely.

Start by titling your video. Don’t worry if you don’t have a fancy titler. Titles are easy to create with an ordinary word processor. Simply get a three ring binder with a clear cover pocket designed to hold an 8.5x11 sheet. Whether you use "Smart Pet Tricks" or your own alternative, print your title on a laser or ink jet printer. Insert the title sheet in the cover pocket and give the binder to your park bench spectator to read. Start the opening shot by filling the screen with the title and then zoom out to reveal the park.

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