Welcome! Today we will be comparing another short and full-length movie. Part 1: Video Takeaways The video provided a fascinating look into the storytelling techniques of La Jetée and 12 Monkeys , demonstrating how two films can explore similar themes through very different methods. La Jetée , a groundbreaking French short film, tells a hauntingly powerful narrative using only still images, yet manages to evoke deep emotions and a sense of tension. It serves as a remarkable example of how simplicity, when paired with a strong narrative concept, can result in a profoundly moving experience. In contrast, 12 Monkeys , a full-length feature film, expands upon La Jetée 's concept by incorporating live-action scenes, dialogue, and more complex character interactions. Both films dive deeply into themes of time travel, memory, and the struggle for survival in a dystopian, post-apocalyptic world. Part 2: Article Takeaways The article further deepened my ...
Welcome! Choosing an editing style for the project was one of the most important steps in bringing the story to life. I wanted to create a specific mood that would enhance the emotions of each scene, so I spent a lot of time experimenting with different filters and effects. Initially, I tried using bright, high-contrast filters to make everything pop, but it didn’t fit the tone I was aiming for. It made the film feel too loud and overwhelming. After discussing it with the group, I decided to take a more subtle approach. I experimented with softer filters that muted the colors slightly. This gave the scenes a more romantic, dream-like quality, which was perfect for the narrative. The group and I agreed that this style complemented the story's reflective and emotional elements. Another aspect I focused on was color grading. I chose warm tones for the happy moments, adding soft golden hues to emphasize the warmth of those memories. For the more intense or emotional scenes, I le...
WELCOME ! Here is the script: BROWARD LIBRARY SCENE 1 - Bookshelf’s are seen and both JENNY and HANYA are in frame. Jenny has a clipboard and HANYA is holding a stack of books behind her - HANYA: This is your third time being late, keep this up and you won’t have a job. - Camera zooms in and freezes on her - JENNY (VOICEOVER): This is Hanya Miller, my best friend, coworker, and headache. - JENNY turns to her - JENNY (VOICEOVER): And that’s me, Jennifer Baker, an art major at FAU, romantic virgin, and sarcastic freak. JENNY: I know *sluggish* - JENNY grabs a book hands it to HANYA and checks it off the clipboard - JENNY: The deadline for my final is coming up but I haven’t been able to draw anything. HANYA: Well, what inspires you? -JENNY reaches for another book meeting the gaze of JAMES across the bookshelf - JENNY: Eyes. HANYA: Eyes? *Questioned look* JENNY: Take over. *Quickly hands over the clipboard and book* - JENNY rushes over to the other sid...
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