CCR reflection learning

    Soooo in class on Monday we had a lesson on the creative critical reflection where we learned how to structure it, and what information to include. The lesson came at perfect timing as there are several aspects of the reflection that coincide with the process. 

    For example, I'm going to make sure I have someone to take pictures as I'm in the filming process so I can include it in the reflection. 

(I realized this may take longer than a weekend, as I want to spend a long time making sure that the quality of each scene is profound and meaningful)

    Our media teacher also explained to us that we should express our personality through the reflection creatively, by doing the CCR in a location that's pertinent to ourselves, as part of creating a unique approach.

She threw in some suggestions for the two media products that we're required to produce, such as a talk show, director commentary, and presentation with VoiceOver. 

    

    There were several question stems, so it was emphasized to the class how important it is to stay on topic and make sure you're answering the questions appropriately.

    Now that I'm coming towards the end of my pre-production, I figured I'd include some highlights of the process!!

Pre-Production

   I definitely wanted my pieces to be almost like a testament to humanity, a film opening that highlights the beautiful parts of human creativity, and how it's okay to be different and that these skills deserve to be shared rather than restricted. 

   My initial thoughts were to make it almost like a realization for the character Natalie and going through that self-actualization to help the character feel empowered by her growth and proud of what she's accomplished by the end of the film. The beginning aids in establishing the insecurity that comes with her unique qualities, and all the adventures and lessons she will face along the way are flashed with subtle hints from the distinct character personalities that help her shift her perspective and change her reality.  The film opening was inspired by animated films like Soul, that tells a similar story of finding purpose and value in their life.

   

   The beginning strives to set up character and representation of people in society and it strives to condemn conventional beliefs and societal norms. I definitely feel that this project was a challenge at the beginning, to start off a film opening you think about addressing the larger points of the film when truly, you only have 2-3 minutes to highlight certain parts.