Final Class Reflection

Holy crap, is it hard to believe that the semester is already over! It's crazy to think about all of the different projects this class has completed over the semester ad how close everyone has gotten with each other as a result. I think the only people I never worked on a project with this class were Stan and Madison, but besides that I've been able to work with everyone at least once. This was such a unique class due to everyone's awesome personalities and the amount of original work we had to complete. Come to think of it, I don't think there are any other 300 level production classes that offer as many learning opportunities or creative projects compared to this class. I could be wrong, but this class serves as a soft spot for me, so I'm biased.

I have learned to truly think outside of the box and not be afraid to create what I think works best. Although working with limits forces you to be creative, it's how you use those limitations to your advantage that make your work stand out from the rest. I've also learned that every person, regardless of how much you might have in common with them, feels differently about film at the core. No single filmmaker will feel the exact same way about a project, a screened piece of work, or about the new biggest blockbuster. Despite these differences, friendships still blossom because people will put their differences and ego aside and just have fun making content.

I have grown as a filmmaker in how I present myself professionally and coming closer to figure out my filmmaking style. As much as I love experimental, I also love narrative. However, I can combine experimental and narrative elements together to make some truly unique and wonderful pieces of content. I have also learned that collaboration is incredibly beneficial if you consistently discuss ideas and work with your crew members. Without communication, everything falls apart.

I plan on taking everything I have learned in this class and applying it to the rest of my career in school and in life. From being professional, original, a good listener, hard working, timely, and efficient, I want to challenge myself to be the best person I can possibly be today, then one up myself tomorrow. This way I can always make sure I am on top of my work and outperforming myself daily. I also want to shoot more using actual film stock. I have a super 8mm camera lying around my apartment, I just need to get some stock to film with. Hopefully with some Christmas can I can afford some stuff.

In closing, this class has been one of the best classes I have taken in my college career. I have learned more about filmmaking, collaboration, creativity, and teamwork here than in any other production class, and I value the friendships I have made in this class greatly. Thank you Shannon for an incredible class, and I can't wait to finish this semester with a bang! See you next semester for Visions round 2!