Sigg Jones

Sigg Jones from Asterokid on Vimeo.
As a new project approaches for my English class, we are exploring different types, and methods of film. Sigg Jones is a perfect example of how films use show not tell. This video is six minutes long, yet there isn't really any dialogue. This is because the story is told thought the actions of the characters, and the epic battle that ensues between them. The story is set in an urban environment, right before what appears to be a fight that Sigg is supposed to participate in. Personally, I didn't really enjoy the video, but still the animation was really creative, and fun to watch.

I like the giant cat.

Second Wind from Ian Worrel on Vimeo.

We always watch creative, and unique videos in English, but this has been by far my favorite. The original short film "Second Wind" by Ian Worrel can be seen as either cute, or slightly sad depending on your opinion. I personally thought that the animation amazing. I've never seen anything like it, and maybe that's why I liked it. The music was honestly my favorite, though.

The videos we watch.....

Today in English, we watched a video that couldn't be described as anything other than unique. In all honesty, words can't even begin to do this video justice. I'm still not entirely sure exactly what the video is about, but this isn't all that surprising. Although it was confusing, the graphics were awesome, and what I could understand of the story line was cool.

DJ Uppercut : The Attack of Ninja from Shane Lester on Vimeo.

I Believe My English Teacher Is Trying To Scar My Class For Life...

I don't even know where to start. The video "Let Go" by The Japanese Pop stars Feat. Green Velvet will literally leave you speechless. The creative artwork may be found slightly disturbing by most viewers, or leave you amazed. The video must have taken a  while to complete, and it looked awsome. Personally, I thought the video was cool, but it was 'out there', and I could have gone without watching it.

The Japanese Popstars Feat. Green Velvet - Let Go from David Wilson Creative on Vimeo.

Banksy's Artwork

The unknown artist, Banksy chooses to create his work anonymously. He works mainly at night, creating these beautiful masterpieces, yet keeping his identity a secret. His paintings are very symbolic, designed to make you stop, look, and think about what you see.
To me, the painting below shows symbolism towards the war. The bouquet of flowers is a symbol for peace. The young man is obviously ready to throw the flowers, ready to fight. Yet, his mask is showing that he isn't fighting someone, but something.

Sorry I'm Late

The student stop-animation film, "Sorry I'm Late" is a great example of the amazing things students can accomplish. To make this film, the actor was laying on the ground, but made it look like  he was standing up and walking. As he travels through many different obstacles to reach his destination, you see the true creativity that's behind the film. The film was also slightly inspirational, because the process, while extensive, is rather simple, and I might be able to do a video that's similar. I truly enjoyed watching this video, and I'm glad that my teacher showed it to the class.

Sorry I'm Late from Tomas Mankovsky on Vimeo.

The Identity Project: Memoir

For the writing component, we could choose between writing an Autobiography, Vignettes, or a Memoir. I wanted to write Vignettes, but as I started I realised that it was ment to be a memoir.
I knew what I was going to write about, I had them picked out when I first heard about the project. As I started to type, I learned that the sad memories are eaiser to write about than the happy ones.
I'm proud of the work I did, and I'm happy we got a chance to write it.