Sunday, March 12, 2017

The Verdict

     The first step to creating my film opening would be choosing a genre that I want to depict. While talking with other students for peer reflection, I noticed that many of my classmates believe horror is the "easy route to go", so I spent an hour of my life providing feedback on an abundance of horror stories. While some of my peers seem to be interested in the genre, others saw it as an open opportunity to utilize many of the skills we have learned, such as stings, low-key lighting, and close-ups -- all of which seem to be vital techniques in horror films. 

     While I too want to showcase the various tools I've learned throughout this course, I also want to make sure I'm completely invested in my project. To be frank, horror has never interested me. Mostly because I'm admittedly a scaredy-cat, and I'll probably end up terrified if I even go too deep in researching the genre. Though I may sound a bit hypocritical, mental illnesses (although it can be a disturbing and touchy subject) have always fascinated me. Whether it's a common disorder such as depression, or a more intense issue like bipolar disorder, I've always jumped at the opportunity to research these illnesses more in depth. For example, in 9th grade, I did a book report on I Never Promised You a Rose Garden by Joanne Greenberg (an intense but excellently written autobiography; I give it a 10/10), and I am currently working on a film in which the protagonist has schizophrenia. Therefore, it only seems fitting that I take advantage of yet another chance in which I can choose the topic of my project. 

     That being said, the genre of my choice is drama (in which mental illness will be portrayed). While watching this YouTube video, I began brainstorming, and at the 1:36 mark I already had my idea. Stay tuned! 










Common Disorders in Young Adults. (n.d.). Retrieved March 12, 2017, from http://www.dualdiagnosis.org/mental-health-and-addiction/common-young-adults/

What is serious mental illness? (n.d.). Retrieved March 12, 2017, from http://www.mentalhealthwales.net/what-is-serious-mental-illness/

W. (2016, August 08). Retrieved March 12, 2017, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJnHbXV8_9U



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