Fiction Adaptation: Filming Locations + Recce

In terms of location for the Fiction Adaptation film, I have decided on where I am going to shoot it. The poem is set in Brighton on the beach. However, after a group critique with Helen and the rest of the group, I decided to choose alternative locations that are more practical for filming. I could include a few sound elements to give the suggestion of a beach location or use the sound of waves to symbolise it. I have decided to set the majority of the film in a bedroom environment. I felt like this would give me opportunities for exploration as I wouldn't be too limited for time. I have adapted it so that the main character wakes up from a dream distressed and is comforted by her sister. I have asked Rosie if I can film at her house in Maidstone. As the main character is a student, I thought it would make sense to use a real students bedroom to film.

In terms of the other location for filming. I have decided to film at the Riverside in Maidstone. I made this decision as I wanted to incorporate the canal boats and river to compliment some of the text in the poem. For example 'I see a tanker resting on the horizon'. Although the imagery won't be literal to match the words of the poem, it should be representative of them. I have requested permission to film at the Riverside and Kent Film Office have informed me that the permit is in progress. I have decided to film the characters walking to a bench where they will sit and talk, this scene will also include a short flashback.
I think that the decision to choose simpler and more accessible locations for filming will make the process easier for me which should result in allowing me to have more time to film to allow me to get as much coverage as possible.