Category: Filmmaking
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Senior Thesis Film
Titled “Knocking On Wood,” my senior thesis film is a drama-comedy about squabbling siblings who rob a house. I organized the cast, crew, and locations, managed pre-production logistics, and led a 15-person team through every production stage. I maximized minimal budgets, showcased resource management skills, and handled film editing, sound design, and collaboration with the…
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Critical Incidents Shooting A Film in Denmark
During my time living and studying in Copenhagen, I became fascinated with Nordic cinema, noticing the unique stylistic qualities shared by various Nordic filmmakers. Inspired by this, a friend and I embarked on creating a short film emphasizing realism through naturalistic dialogue, long takes, and wide framing. Together, we collaborated on the script and began…
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The History of Middletown’s Italian Community
In the spring of my sophomore year, feeling somewhat disillusioned with Middletown, I embarked on a journey to better understand the town’s history and culture. I quickly noticed a strong Italian presence, evident through establishments such as Mezzo, Sicily, Esca, Luce, and others. Curious about this phenomenon, I discovered a Facebook group called “Italians of…
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Nordic Cinema and State Funded Filmmaking
Studying film in Denmark has provided me with a deep understanding of Nordic filmmaking, its rich history, and its evolving landscape. I’ve come to appreciate how Scandinavian cinema, with its emphasis on realism, social commentary, and minimalism, stands in contrast to the increasingly commercialized trends in Hollywood. Exploring the works of iconic filmmakers like Joachim…
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Standard Language Ideology, Global Stereotyping Through Media
In this session of the Global Engagement 205 seminar, Elizabeth (Beth) Hepford came in to discuss the effects of TV and entertainment on children’s ideology and general development. She talked about the misrepresentation of characters with different religious, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds in children’s TV and entertainment. These narratives reflect how we, as a society,…
