So it's the first time I really made a video(before that i only shot 2 shorts with photo camera) and worked with colours.It would be nice to know your opinion as a filmmaker!
It's clear that you were thinking about color here, and I think you've made some very effective choices in that regard. I also think the cutting style is really working for you given the subject matter (although oftentimes this sort of editing runs the risk of being too jumpy). This is a very solid music video, especially for a first effort.
Some things to think about next time: You've got the colors down, now also start thinking more about camera placement/vantage point, as well as how to control the lighting.
A couple matters of personal preference: Shaky hand-held camera work usually really gets on my nerves. It works for this song and the motion helps drive the piece forward, but in the future be sure to carefully consider how you're going to support the camera. Also, I would have liked more of a plot arc--perhaps some sort of story or even just a gradual change in visual style from beginning to end.
Great work and keep at it!
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Exploding Goldfish Films
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Yes i agree, i think lots of quick shots have a good effect for this type of video but would not work well i other types of films. I think overall it was a very good first film although i would really recomend to use a tripod as the shaky handheld look is the one thing that lets it down.
I like the sniper scope at the start, what program did you use to get this.
Rob - UK
thanks for comments guys. I personnaly don't like those fast changings shots, those guys in the video asked me to do it like this.
Tripods are kind of expensive(i was broke after buying a new camcorder)but I already had in mind buying one. I did sniper effect in AE using material from "Digital Rebel" book.
Tripods can be brought from around ?12/$24 (although it would be cheap and basic) but would still be worth the money as it would make a huge difference.
Rob - UK
It looks great! However, it was a bit shakey.
Boyd Gaffney
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