There is not enough space on the interweb for me to write about everything I learned in this class. I can only hope that this post begins to express my gratitude and my joy.
Things I learned:
1. I love experimental film. I love thinking experimentally, I love showcasing the medium I'm working with--video, film, whatever! I love making films that are by me, about me, for me. I love putting my thoughts into my films, I love being able to take things other people say and make them into what I mean. I love being able to tell the whole world, who I am now, without ever being in front of the lens or uttering a single word. I love that I can take an idea, write it down, execute it, and show it without a producer or director or screenwriter or actors (professional or not).
2. Community isn't just gay. We have been so fortunate this semester. I know a lot of us only wanted to work with the people we know--just like every other film class--because we know what we can expect. That first assignment brought us all so close together. I feel like I know you all--some better than others--and I appreciate you all in your own special way. Some of you surprised me (Haley Ray, Ian, Kristin, Kristina, Megan, Ben, Laura C.); some of you were exactly, who I knew you were, amazing (Royce, Cass, Laura M.); some of you were so much fun (The Wonder Triplets, Nate, Kyle, Ben, Royce, Megan, Dana), and some of you really inspired me (Michelle Byron-like the poet, Barrett). I feel so fortunate to have experienced you all, and to have worked with most of you. I am still yet to work with Michelle, Barrett, Kyle, or Royce, but hopefully the stars will align just right, and we will have our chance.
3. I am one of the experimental people, and a faithful Silvanite.
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