Final Lesson Reflection

1) Positive Statement - I was ecstatic that my activity worked out so well and my people enjoyed it so much. I was glad that every group was invested in the activity even though the second part of the activity was more difficult, breaking down the script. I was very pleased that I went for 45 minutes on the answer content alone when only 30 minutes was required.

2) Questions to Consider

a.     What assessment would you give yourself on your block presentation (self-assessment)?  Pb.     What assessment would you give yourself on your overall senior project (self-assessment)?   P

3) What worked for you in your senior project?
In my senior presentation I though constantly tying in my sources, experiences with mentorship and interviews really helped me expand on my answers and help answer my essential question. What helped in my senior project topic of independent film in general was approaching the topic from different angles. For example I researched what separated indies from studios, how filmmakers can shoot with limited resources and money, making indies look expensive and distribution of independent films. I think approaching my topic from as many angles as possible helped me accumulate quality content.

4) (What didn't work?) If you had a time machine what would you have done differently to improve your senior project if you could go back in time?
Well, after I use my time machine to become an original member of the AC/DC, tour with them and kill Hitler I would go back to my senior presentation. I would tell myself to rearrange my slides so my activity came before my best answer and remind myself to refer back to my EQ every once in a while incorporate it into my information.

5. How has this senior project been to you in your future endeavors? Be specific and use examples.
Are we still using the time machine here? Because I obviously haven't seen my future. However, if I were to make an educated guess about my future the largest impact my senior project would have is the connection building that came along with it. I have made connections with Mr. Kam (my mentor) that may prove to be of use in the future if I need someone to help me with my film or to get it edited professionally. I've also made a connection with Luis Aldana whom I'm going to ask if I can intern with him this summer in his production company. The research involved with senior project I feel has also given me an edge over other filmmakers. I feel like I know more than some independent filmmakers themselves do. The research as given me insight as to how to make a successful film from start to finish and how to find an audience to watch it. I hope to put my knowledge to use in the future not necessary pursuing filmmaking as a full-time career but hopefully in my career in marketing and advertising with film on the side.