Final Project: Final Touches

     I finally think that I have something that is well worth the production process of this assignment. I finalized my project after having some students in the course go over it, and I feel like I've pretty much-finished everything that needs to be done.

    For the CCR, I utilized the script I'd written to speak about the various aspects of production and answering the questions required while attempting to engage the audience through various means to avoid the 'talking head' idea that has been frowned upon in the course. The CCR is effective in how it answers the questions and provides insight into why I made various choices for the project. 

    For the opening itself, I tried to use extremely dark and grainy footage to fully encapsulate the emotions that I was trying to pull at. With a combination of music, visuals, and subtle cues, I think the opening provides enough context for the viewer to understand what has just happened, and how it will fit into the larger narrative that is at stake. One of my favorite shots from this opening is one of the killer reaching for the doorknob after the door has been closed, where only a shadow can be seen.

    Overall this project was tedious, difficult, and taught me a lot about myself and how I work best. It allowed me to improve my work ethic and attitude and it brought me closer to being a good student. I'm excited to see what else I can do.