This class really pushed me forward not only as a filmmaker, but also as a creative person. I had to find ways around limitations, learn to adapt to changes, and also figure out my role in each project.
My favorite was the music video. I discovered how much I love Art/Hair & Make up, and how that would really fit me as a person. I also realized that I actually like to pretend to be someone else for a few hours. It spices up my life.
My least favorite was the soundscape, but only because it scared me so much. Once I was doing it and in the process of finding a pattern of noise, I ended up loving it.
I'm so thankful that I took this class this semester because I really connected with my classmates--more than I typically do in a class. I've made a lot of friends and hopefully we keep working on projects together. I'm also very thankful I took this class because I think I'm a better problem solver. I've learned how to work with what I have, and how to make and expression with it.
Thank you. Thank you. Thank you!
Greatness
Because who doesn't love Winnie the Pooh?
Sunday, December 7, 2014
Friday, December 5, 2014
Cucalorus for the First Time: 2014
My Cucalorus experience was rushed. It went by so quickly! I had a hell of a weekend traveling from work, home, and downtown several times per day (as well as finding parking.. haha).
My first film was Children of Salt, where I also met Caleb Ward. It was great to see a UNCW graduate's production. Although the sound mixing could've been improved a little, for a low-budget film, this was spectacular! The narrative was revealed and paced in a gratifying way, and the story was captivating.
My second screening was the Minorca Shorts block. I had gotten off of work early, and forced my co-worker to come with me to this screening. I knew where TheaterNOW was this time, so we made it (and both got in for free!). I particularly enjoyed Bloodhounds, as well as Trouble and the Shadowy Deathblow. We stayed for the Q&A, which gave another perspective behind the decisions made--I always love hearing stories about how/where/why certain shorts and films are made.
My third screening was Living Stars, which was a delight. Kids, Adults, and Seniors all participated in a compilation of dancing in Buenos Aires. Some were very good, some were a little unsynchopated, but all of them depicted dancing as a way to live life. In outer-textual analysis, this could be a metaphor for accepting the music given, and breaking up the daily routine. While I sat at Jengo's watching this, I just thought about how every culture connects to music and dance of some form.
My fourth screening was Stomping Ground, which I kid you not, was one of the best films I have seen in a long time. It had the dark humor of Zombieland, but no narration. I was engaged and entertained throughout the whole film. After the Q&A, I forced myself to go and talk to the director (Dan) and the lead actress (Tarah), which was probably good for my social skills. I just seriously want this thing to come on Netflix now.
My fifth screening was The Return.
This was such a powerful way to start my day, I often found myself reflecting on my identity throughout the rest of my day. Although the other viewers were mostly either a) older than 60, or b) Jewish, I felt that I got a lot out from seeing this documentary. I think it spoke to the young feminist in me, searching for her own truth.
I really enjoyed Cucalorus; it was my first real film festival and I know now that I will never work on Cucalorus weekend again. Hopefully the next film festival I go to takes me to NYC. That would be chaotic but amazing.
My first film was Children of Salt, where I also met Caleb Ward. It was great to see a UNCW graduate's production. Although the sound mixing could've been improved a little, for a low-budget film, this was spectacular! The narrative was revealed and paced in a gratifying way, and the story was captivating.
My second screening was the Minorca Shorts block. I had gotten off of work early, and forced my co-worker to come with me to this screening. I knew where TheaterNOW was this time, so we made it (and both got in for free!). I particularly enjoyed Bloodhounds, as well as Trouble and the Shadowy Deathblow. We stayed for the Q&A, which gave another perspective behind the decisions made--I always love hearing stories about how/where/why certain shorts and films are made.
My third screening was Living Stars, which was a delight. Kids, Adults, and Seniors all participated in a compilation of dancing in Buenos Aires. Some were very good, some were a little unsynchopated, but all of them depicted dancing as a way to live life. In outer-textual analysis, this could be a metaphor for accepting the music given, and breaking up the daily routine. While I sat at Jengo's watching this, I just thought about how every culture connects to music and dance of some form.
My fourth screening was Stomping Ground, which I kid you not, was one of the best films I have seen in a long time. It had the dark humor of Zombieland, but no narration. I was engaged and entertained throughout the whole film. After the Q&A, I forced myself to go and talk to the director (Dan) and the lead actress (Tarah), which was probably good for my social skills. I just seriously want this thing to come on Netflix now.
My fifth screening was The Return.
This was such a powerful way to start my day, I often found myself reflecting on my identity throughout the rest of my day. Although the other viewers were mostly either a) older than 60, or b) Jewish, I felt that I got a lot out from seeing this documentary. I think it spoke to the young feminist in me, searching for her own truth.
I really enjoyed Cucalorus; it was my first real film festival and I know now that I will never work on Cucalorus weekend again. Hopefully the next film festival I go to takes me to NYC. That would be chaotic but amazing.
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