AICE Media Studies

 Welcome! The middle of this week has been challenging. Finding a new film date for this Saturday has been a big relief. It was necessary after a few scheduling conflicts came up. I was eager to get everything back on track. The group and I set up a call to discuss the project and make sure everyone was all on the same page. During the call, the conversation shifted to concerns about the film's timing. The script, while strong, seemed like it might run longer than anticipated. Everyone agreed that keeping the film within the time limit was essential. Cutting certain parts of the script wasn’t an easy decision. Every scene held value, but some adjustments were clearly needed. I voiced my thoughts on which sections could be shortened without losing the essence The group and I discussed how some dialogue could be tightened up. There was also a debate about whether to cut an entire scene. One scene I decided to cut would be the intro scene with Jennifer and her friend. While it did hav...

 Welcome! Filming for the last scenes of my project took an unexpected turn when things got canceled. The group and I had been preparing for weeks, finalizing every detail for the shoot. Unfortunately, just when everything seemed to be falling into place, a key person couldn't make it. It was frustrating because this delay set me back with my SAT studies. I had planned my schedule so that after filming, I would have more time to focus on studying. Now, with this cancellation, I'm scrambling to fit everything in. Rescheduling has been challenging, especially finding a time that works for everyone. The group and I have tried multiple times to coordinate, but conflicts keep coming up. It's been exhausting trying to balance both commitments, knowing the SATs are fast approaching. Every day that goes by without filming adds more stress, and it’s hard not to feel anxious about both my film and my studies. I had set up a study plan, but now it's all out of sync due to the film...

 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! Hello everyone today we will be discussing the group and I's second day of filming. Filming at Tree Tops Park was quite the adventure, but it came with its challenges. The first hurdle was finding transportation. Since the park was a bit far, getting everyone there on time was tricky. I had to organize rides and coordinate schedules, which took longer than expected. Once the group and I finally arrived, the next challenge hit us immediately—mosquitoes. They were everywhere, buzzing around constantly. Despite bug spray, it felt like they were determined to follow us wherever we went. The scenery, though, made up for the inconvenience. Tree Tops Park was stunning, with its lush greenery and towering trees. The sunlight filtering through the leaves created the perfect backdrop for our shots. Each scene we captured had a natural beauty that elevated the visuals of the film. I was excited to see how it would all look in the final edit. However, nature also presented another ch...

Welcome! Hello everyone, today I will be sharing the soundtracks I've selected for the film and how each will enhance the scene they are in.  Choosing the music for my film was one of the most important parts of the process. I wanted each song to connect deeply with the emotions conveyed in the scenes, ensuring the right atmosphere was set. I explored various royalty-free sources, eventually narrowing it down to "BreakingCopyright — Royalty Free Music" and "Infraction - No Copyright Music." For the opening scene, where the boy and girl meet, I wanted a track that felt warm and lighthearted. I found a song with a gentle melody that conveyed the innocence and excitement of a first greeting. It was essential for this piece to feel like the start of something beautiful without overpowering the visuals. When it came to moments of joy between the two, I aimed for something upbeat but not too fast. The balance was key, as I didn't want to distract from the dialogue...

  Welcome! Today we will be discussing how I decided to change the font for my short film. When I first started working on the project, I chose “Bodoni 72 Oldstyle” and “Chalkduster” as the primary fonts for the title and credits. At first glance, they seemed fitting. "Bodoni 72 Oldstyle" had an elegant, classic feel, while "Chalkduster" added a playful, handwritten element. However, as the project developed, I realized these fonts didn’t align with the vibe I wanted to create. Instead of conveying romance, the fonts gave off a more horror-like atmosphere. The group and I noticed this during the early review stages. We discussed how the typefaces shaped the tone of the film. "Bodoni 72 Oldstyle" was too formal and stark, which paired with the script, felt eerie. "Chalkduster," while casual, had a rough and unsettling quality that leaned toward a thriller or horror genre. The realization hit me that the fonts were unintentionally misleading the au...