Weekly post.

Something I've learned: -Editing on adobe premiere. What I hope to learn: -How to create special effects. Frustration: -Trying to find a train sound Happiness: -Getting things done at a better pace! PS. I went to see "Sinister" this weekend and it was great! Actually freakin' scary. Link of interest. http://bloody-disgusting.com/news/3199062/horror-education-of-the-week-poltergeist/

Water wigs.

What I didn't know: -That photos like this could even be taken. -That the photos are made with water balloons. -That they were taken with a commercial camera. Opinions: - Oh my god this is so cool. -They should do something like this with Jello. Question: What else is possible with these cameras?

Article response: Social media checking.

Things that I didn't know. -That California made a bill that prohibits employers from asking people for their social media log-ins -That so many employers actually do ask for log-in info. -That other states are adopting similar bills. Opinions. -I think it's insane for employers to ask for log-in info -I hope more states adopt this law. Question: Just how much do our jobs look into our online lives?

Article Response: Film-making tips.

3 Things I didn't know: Joss Whedon directed "Cabin in the woods" (GREAT modern horror movie/dark comedy), That Joss Whedon directed the Avengers (One of the highest-grossing movies of all time) and that in the industry, sometimes right after a slow few years in your career, you can land a smash hit. 2 Things that I liked: That Whedon is a cross-genre director (Horror, action, etc). That he never gave up on what he wanted to do. Question: I've heard that there's a "Cabin" sequel in the works, i wonder if it's true.

Dawn of the dead pets article response.

3 things i didn't know: That "Corpse bride" was stop motion, That Tim Burton used his own childhood to inspire this movie, and that "Frankenweenie" is going to be in black and white. 2 things that I liked: That Tim Burton is directing the film! and that they're making the film in black and white, i think it creates a great atmosphere for a film like this. Question: What will Tim Burton's next live action film be?

Week Overview.

What i learned this week: How to create a sound story using garage band. What I hope to learn in the future: Perfecting my photoshop skills. Frustration: Trying to find photos for my photo montage. Positive: I got to make a documentary :D Link: Well apparently Adele did the song for the new James Bond film "Skyfall", I have to say the track definitely has that classic "Bond" feel to it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NeyUoh46y6o

Star Trek article response

What I learned. -Star Trek dominated the box office in the 80s -"Reboots" of shows were not common in the 80s -The show has a huge cult following. Opinions. -Star trek has some of the craziest fans out there. -I can see another spin off of "Star Trek" in the near future. Question. I wonder how many hardcore trekkies still live in their mom's basements.

Paranorman article response

What I didn't know. -That stop motion animation is still alive and well in the movie industry. -That the director of paranorman was inspired by the stop motion effects in the zombie films he watched growing up. -John Goodman is in Paranorman. Opinions. -Due to new technology, children's films are extremely well made and some of the animation is mind blowing. -The best way to make an animated film is to have well-known actors behind at least some of the voices. Question. Now that stop motion is popular again, Can we get another "Team America"?