Continuity Scene Project 3 from Vicky Zhou on Vimeo.
Monday, May 16, 2016
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Sunday, May 1, 2016
Blog #4 MOMI Experience
I tend to learn things better hands on, and the many hands on features that MOMI offered gave me a very interesting experience. The automatic dialogue replacement and the background music exhibits were both very fun to play around with. It also made me realize my interest in the sound aspect of film. I also liked that there were costumes, set designs, and special effect make up from some of my favorite movies. It's a great place for those who are interested in a film related job but are not sure which area they want to specialize in.
One specific exhibit that caught my attention was the three dimensional zoetrope. Instead of using the cuts in the wooden cylinder to create fluent motion, light was used. The constant flashing of lights made the piece look like it was happening right before my eyes, the torpedo melting on to the hand and transforming into a paper plane. And when the light came back on, we saw the zoetrope in its original form. It was a very interesting experiencing I hope to be back again soon.
I tend to learn things better hands on, and the many hands on features that MOMI offered gave me a very interesting experience. The automatic dialogue replacement and the background music exhibits were both very fun to play around with. It also made me realize my interest in the sound aspect of film. I also liked that there were costumes, set designs, and special effect make up from some of my favorite movies. It's a great place for those who are interested in a film related job but are not sure which area they want to specialize in.
One specific exhibit that caught my attention was the three dimensional zoetrope. Instead of using the cuts in the wooden cylinder to create fluent motion, light was used. The constant flashing of lights made the piece look like it was happening right before my eyes, the torpedo melting on to the hand and transforming into a paper plane. And when the light came back on, we saw the zoetrope in its original form. It was a very interesting experiencing I hope to be back again soon.
Friday, April 15, 2016
Blog #3 Editing Analysis
VIDEO URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VaT7IYQgyqo
DURATION: 1:35 ~ 4:01
The scene begins with a shot of Sherlock examining lab samples and when John and Mike walked in, Sherlock only took one glance at him before returning to his work. And it only took Sherlock a second glance when John borrows him his phone to to figure out John's entire life story. Their exchange lasted no more than 1 minute and that tells the viewers how fast Sherlock processes information. The scene composed of many reaction shots from John and Mike. Everytime Sherlock makes a surprising remark, the camera cuts to Mike smiling knowingly and then a shot of John completely dumbfounded as to why this strange man knows everything about him. The editing in this scene was very smooth because it usually shocking remark, Mike's reaction, and then John's reaction. When they are having a conversation, the camera obeys the 180 degree rule and focuses on whoever is talking.
The most interesting sequence in the scene was when Sherlock finally breaks down all of John's past and even his relationship with his brother after just meeting him for less than five minutes. The camera moves in on Sherlock as he confidently announces his analysis and when it cuts to John, the camera pulls back while his state of shock increases and you can almost see the question marks floating in the air around John.
Background music plays a very important role in this scene. It begins as Sherlock blurts out his first deduction, then it stays solemn for the duration of their conversation, and it builds to a climax as Sherlock tells his final deduction.
Monday, April 11, 2016
Sunday, March 27, 2016
Blog #2 Sound Walk
Life on Staten Island is nothing like life in Manhattan. I feel like Staten Island is more like a quiet reserved little brother of charming, outgoing big brother Manhattan. On the island, there are actually undeveloped land still in its primal state, and time seems to pass a lot slower here than in Manhattan. Every time I'm Manhattan, everybody seem to be in a rush, rush to get to work, rush to get off work, and rush to begin a new day. No one takes or even have the time to slow down and appreciate their surroundings. And I become one of them when I'm in Manhattan. That's why I decided to do my sound walk in Staten Island.
My house on the island is about twenty minutes away from the South Beach, so I packed my camera, put on a cap, threw my phone in my backpack and started walking. I think the most distinct sound you hear on Staten Island is that there is no sound. You can actually hear yourself think, and sadly I was more distracted by my random thoughts rather than listening to the sounds around me.
The first sound signal that distracted me from my thoughts was a dog barking at me. It only scared me for a second but after that it was more embarrassing because in that street, the only sound that was audible was the barking, and the reason why it's riled up is because I walked into its line of vision. As I mentioned before there are many undeveloped lands on the island, and because the streets are more catered to cars, I have to basically walk in the middle of the road that is surrounded by weeds that are taller than I am. The mysterious creatures living in those lands create a keynote made up of birds chirping, bees buzzing, and once in a while, cars swooshing.
After about fifteen minutes I finally get to the beach, and the keynotes turned into seagulls, waves, small chatters, and camera clicks, which I contributed to. This walk was really relaxing, and the photos I took preserved the memory of that day.
My house on the island is about twenty minutes away from the South Beach, so I packed my camera, put on a cap, threw my phone in my backpack and started walking. I think the most distinct sound you hear on Staten Island is that there is no sound. You can actually hear yourself think, and sadly I was more distracted by my random thoughts rather than listening to the sounds around me.
The first sound signal that distracted me from my thoughts was a dog barking at me. It only scared me for a second but after that it was more embarrassing because in that street, the only sound that was audible was the barking, and the reason why it's riled up is because I walked into its line of vision. As I mentioned before there are many undeveloped lands on the island, and because the streets are more catered to cars, I have to basically walk in the middle of the road that is surrounded by weeds that are taller than I am. The mysterious creatures living in those lands create a keynote made up of birds chirping, bees buzzing, and once in a while, cars swooshing.
After about fifteen minutes I finally get to the beach, and the keynotes turned into seagulls, waves, small chatters, and camera clicks, which I contributed to. This walk was really relaxing, and the photos I took preserved the memory of that day.
Monday, March 14, 2016
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