Movie Madness!

Hey everybody,

So this week was pretty awesome! The class was assigned to create videos using any video making app that we wanted, including Imovie or Windows Movie Maker. We were allowed to make any kind of movie that we wanted. Our group tried to think of what kind of movie we were going to make, but it was rather difficult as there were endless possibilities. We thought of music videos and different themed videos, but we decided on making a spoof of a horror movie.

I have had a lot of experience making movies using Windows Movie Maker, as I sometimes create drum covers in my spare time.  Editing the video is not an issue for me and I can help lead my group in making a decent quality video.

I found that the most difficult part of filming was trying to make quality videos without the effects of Hollywood. Our group would have awesome ideas in their minds but to fulfill these ideas, we would need quality cameras and effects. However, we managed to create some excellent scenes using a camera on an Iphone. It was both interesting and amusing to see the acting skills of our group members.

Creating videos is an excellent way for students to use media in projects. Students in school can use videos to demonstrate ideas to their classrooms. Creating videos can be a lot of fun and I feel that students would enjoy school more when they can do fun and exciting projects. Students enjoy creating projects when they know that it will be presented to an audience; just as I will enjoy showing our group's video to our class.

That's all for now,

Jordan.