Russian Film Assignment

Labu & Labi

In UMS i took Russian language for my foreign language subject. This subject is taught by Madam Larissa Nikitina. The foreign language consist of 4 level which i took from my 1st semester until the 4th semester. For each level we were given an assignment that we must complete, until the 3rd semester we search for some Russian culture that we are interested with and do some research then present to the whole class. In the last semester the lecturer give us an option either to do the same as we have made during the last 3 semester or we can make a video on our own. After much discussion with the lecturer, in group that consist of 6 person we decided to make our own short film.

Next we start brainstorming for ideas such as the title, plot, character, setting and others. From the discussion we decided to make short film based from an old comedy film that is Labu Labi made by Tan Sri P.Ramlee but with a little twist in it. Then we made the script for the film with the guidance from Madam Larissa to get the feeling of real everyday conversation in Russian language. Next we get all the tools needed and start filming during our free time, it is a new experience for us to act in front of camera while speaks Russian language. Many scene needs to be retake especially the scene that have many lines. We even have to run around for a scene during noon. The filming session which took about 2 weeks ended smoothly.

After the filming phase, next is the editing phase to put all the scene together to complete it. For this editing phase I'm the one whose been put in charge to edit the film. Actually I've never done any video editing before but i learn to do it little by little. First, i need to arrange the scene taken into order and cut the unnecessary scene. Next, insert the narration and sound effects for the movie. After that, finalize the time line and insert the subtitle because this is a Russian language film. Finally, start encoding the film and check whether there are problems or not.

During the presentation we show our film to the class and receives good response for it. We were happy that we manage to finish our film and we've gained many experience during this assignment. All of it will become a memories that i treasure.