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Monday, February 04, 2008
That Look in My Eyes
Determination is a scary thing.
Those of you who know me really well know that when I get my mind settled on
something specific, strange things begin to happen. The first sign of danger
is when I get "that look" in my eyes, which is usually followed by the
dooming proclamation that I have an idea. What happens next usually varies
depending on the situation, but suffice it to say that the trademarks are
relatively easy to follow should you know what to look for.
I pity my friends here at SUU. The other day I got "that look" in my eyes.
Here at SUU I have found that making movies makes me a very happy person,
and I have always been very disappointed that there are no real film classes
offered. This Christmas, however, my family did a brilliant thing by giving
me a video camera (an amazing one to boot) to make all the movies my little
heart desired. Well, I got to thinking about what kind of project I wanted
to do next, and that is when dangerous things began to happen. Enough with
the short films, I thought to myself. I wanted to learn something more, and
that meant kicking it up another level.
Currently I am working on writing the script for my first feature length
movie, which I plan on filming this spring. Now usually this would seem
like a rather crazy attempt since I am a poor college student, but I am
planning on seeing if I can't get help on the monetary front. Here on
campus we have the UGRAS program, which grants undergraduate students
funding for things that will help them learn things and further their
field. Since I am a directing major I can probably get at least some money
from them after doing some budgeting and finishing the script. Epic, no?
I'm also going to talk to my professors and see what help I can get by way
of mentoring and advice, and I am also going to get all the help I can from
the Media Center in the library.
My plan of action is clear, and look out! Before you know it I may be the
next discovered director because I plan on entering my movie in several film
festivals around the nation (supposing it turns out like I think it will).
Wish me luck!
-Kirstin Bone
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