#Blog 15 Final course reflection

This class was the best film class that I have had so far. Dr. R Doesn't stress due dates and deadlines, she stresses the correct way and proper ways to do things. The learning always feels like "hands on teacher-student" even when we are in groups. I hope that my next class picks up right where this one left off. I had a great experience through out this course but my only regret is I took 18 hours this semester which caused me not be able to fully focus the way I would have like to. I couldn't give 100 percent to this class because I was stretched so thin.

#14 Your Reel & Artist Statement

Artist Statement:
In my videos I aim to create substance that can be enjoyed by all viewers of different backgrounds. I strive to create visuals that supply a vibrant experience for the viewer through humor and drama.

Blog #13 Scripted Scene Assignment

Blog #12 Examples of $ Shots

Money shots are shots that make the movie or video what it is suppose to be. Money shots are the pieces that complete the video puzzle. Money shots should change the feel of what the viewer sees and leave that breath taking effect. The Money shot should be felt and seen as an expression through video.

Blog #11 Prep for Your Scripted Scene / Developing Director-DP Relationship

Preparation is the key any successful shooting. I have decided to remake a scene from the Notorious gangster movie "Good Fellas" I have talked to my DP Jon Barge and decided to make the visual have a dark at night kind of feel. I am not a master at lighting a scene so I do understand that it will take some practice before it is time to shoot my scene. I have decided to checkout an advanced light kit. I will be using the Sony DVR and 2 actors a Male and female.

Story Board:
GoodFellas: Scene where Henry comes home from jail hoping to sell the dope that he had stashed in the house, but Lauran flushed the dope when the cops came with the search warrant. That was the only money that Henry had and he was depending on it for survival.

ShotList:
• Medium Shot of Henry searching the room.
• Gun Slinger shot (master) “Full convo and break down” of Henry asking Karen where the dope is
• Cross 2 of Henry’s facial reaction when Karen answsers
• Cross 2 of Karens reaction when Henry finds out
• Medium Shot of Karen breaking down
• Medium Shot of the 2 breaking down on the floor.
• Medium shot of the sleep in the Bed

Equipment:
• Sony HD camera
• Fish Pool
• Shotgun Mic
• Spot Light
• LCD Monitor
• Wind Cover
• Key light
• Light Gels


Script/Visual Eample:
Refer Back to the Youtube.
Search “GoodFellas part 12” Time 6:05

Blog #10 Motivated Movement / Great Movement Shots

Inglorious Basterds from Ray Brown on Vimeo.

I tried my best to find a clip of the table scene at the beginning of Inglorious Bastards...but I couldn't. Well the scene involved the camera doing multiple 360s around the two characters having a conversation.

Blog #9 Inspiring Short Film / Video Online

I chose this short film because it told a story without using any words. The Dp and director used only visuals and audios to paint the portrait for the viewers.I find it's message extremely powerful - racism, in ANY form, is not acceptable and we must unite to fight against it! However, we live in a world where intolerance of difference - be it religious, cultural or any other - is the norm. My Favorite shot is 3:18 the depth of field changes over and the shot is beautiful.