Did you know that our classes are making a movie? That's right. We are brainstorming ideas now. Every year I make a movie with the students. It is 100% student led and created. I thought this year would be more of a challenge since this is the first year I've had two classes to consider. The kids were adamant about creating one and I just had to have these two wonderful groups of students make a movie. I know they will create something that's outstanding!
Today we watched a movie created by students from a few years ago and then dissected it. We created a "we noticed..." list. This was an opportunity for students to analyze the film for cinematography and other elements of the film. We are relating what we learn back to writing. We had great discussions about why movie makers make certain choices with sound, camera angles, and other special effects. In the picture above you can see our list we made.
I'm so excited to have started this amazing project. I can't wait to see how the kids will run with their ideas. The film will be completed sometime in May and we will invite everyone in for a movie premiere. If there is ever a time to take off of work, the movie premiere day will be it! This is going to be AMAZING!!!
Kids, what are you thinking so far? Are any ideas that have been suggested standing out to you? Click on "add comment" to add your opinions/thoughts.
Today we watched a movie created by students from a few years ago and then dissected it. We created a "we noticed..." list. This was an opportunity for students to analyze the film for cinematography and other elements of the film. We are relating what we learn back to writing. We had great discussions about why movie makers make certain choices with sound, camera angles, and other special effects. In the picture above you can see our list we made.
I'm so excited to have started this amazing project. I can't wait to see how the kids will run with their ideas. The film will be completed sometime in May and we will invite everyone in for a movie premiere. If there is ever a time to take off of work, the movie premiere day will be it! This is going to be AMAZING!!!
Kids, what are you thinking so far? Are any ideas that have been suggested standing out to you? Click on "add comment" to add your opinions/thoughts.