Category Archives: Reflection

At the end of my course, I have to produce a 20-minute short film. When creating this film, I want to Write, Direct and Edit the final product. Whilst this will be a lot to take on, I believe I will be able to pull it off and it will help me get the bestContinue reading “It Is Never The End – Reflection 10”

Many people inspire me in the movie industry. Following in their footsteps would be a big dream come true. Edgar Wright is a big influence on my work and myself as a person. His movies are amazing and are something I can keep going back to for inspiration. His style of directing and storytelling isContinue reading “My Inspirations – Reflection 9”

As someone who struggles with my mental health, I find it difficult to keep my passion alive. Depression makes it difficult to keep enjoying what I am doing. Anxiety makes me question if this is something I want to pursue or if I am doing what I am doing correctly. To make sure I don’tContinue reading “Keeping My Passion Alive – Reflection 8”

As someone who has the hobby of photography, I enjoy capturing moments in time. Framing them correctly and bringing the moment to life, frozen in time forever. I believe my hobby of photography helps me when it comes to filmmaking because I understand how to frame and capture each moment. With photography, you’ve got toContinue reading “In The Frame – Reflection 7”

Let’s get back at basics. Every movie starts with a screenplay. “What an archetypal story does is introduce you to a central character – the protagonist – and invite you to identify with them.” (Yorke, 2019) This is what John Yorke starts of his article called “What makes a great screenplay?” and it puts everythingContinue reading “Back To Basics – Reflection 6”

As a filmmaker, I need to understand what’s important to make a great piece of media, otherwise, I will end up creating stuff I am not happy with and more importantly, something other people aren’t happy with. Over the last month or so, during the direction and editing workshops, and I have begun to understandContinue reading “Understanding What Is Important – Reflection 5”

Leading on from my previous post, my goal is to create films that leave an impact on the audience. I want to create films where the audience leaves and go “wow.” As a filmmaker, I need to understand how to leave that lasting impact on people. Over the last few weeks I have watched filmsContinue reading “Leaving an Impact – Reflection 4”

There have been a few controversial movies over the last couple of years. These are the movies we hear about in the press before they’re even released to the public.  Critics warning people about how controversial a movie is before it is released, does more good for the movie than harm, in most cases.  JokerContinue reading “Bad Press Is Good Press – Reflection 3”

Confidence is something I have lacked over the years. Being passionate and wanting to go into an industry, which relies on confidence, is a tough thing to do when you deal with anxiety. Learning about this industry is helping me grow the confidence I need to progress through this wonderful but tough career choice. AsContinue reading “Lacking Confidence – Reflection 2”

As an aspiring filmmaker, I try to learn new things about the world of cinema every day. This may be from what I am learning in univeristy, going to the cinema or reading up on the latest news and research within the movie industry. I try to learn new things to help me understand whoContinue reading “Aspiring Filmmaker – Reflection 1”