Editing Blog: Setbacks

We started editing. Editing our film proved to be quite challenging as we grappled with differing opinions on its direction. Complicating matters further, we edited the film over FaceTime, hindering our ability to collaborate face-to-face. We were having issues understanding what as required. Initially, we deliberated on the title sequence and the opening shot, having already settled on the font but entertaining some last-minute ideas. Unfortunately, these last-minute ideas were non-negotiable due to their prior mention in our blogs. We decided to feature Mai'lyia's in part of the film, showcasing details like the title, actors, and production company. However, an unexpected realization during editing added to our frustration. The instructions specified that we were creating an opening sequence for a movie, emphasizing the challenge of capturing the essence of a film's beginning. This, particularly frustrating for me as the one who discovered it, led to the need for adjustments. Our late filming schedule left no room for reshooting. To salvage the project, I had to creatively manipulate the existing clips. I also had to rework them to convey the feel of a movie opening rather than a short film. The realization of this error intensified the editing process, requiring the shortening of clips and the inclusion of additional ones not originally planned for the opening sequence. In an attempt to maintain suspense, I strategically muted certain clips to keep the audience in the dark about the plot or ongoing events. This was successful. It helped greatly muting the audio. Ultimately, the goal of the opening sequence was to provide a sneak peek into the movie's theme without giving away too much. We did a successful job. My mom saw the video and she said that it was very good.