Three Act Soundtrack

The Graduate

Act I
"Temptation" by Prince
This first act sets up the rest of the story. Ben is a recent college graduate kind of in limbo with his life. The inciting incident is when Mrs. Robinson first tries to seduce Ben and proposes the affair. At first he refuses but gives in to his temptation. I find that temptation is the theme of this act as he gives in to this temptation and sleeps with this married woman that he's known his whole life. This act can be seen as being deviant as well. Here Ben is, a college grad that his family has high expectations of, taking a racy risk. At first you see Ben resisting the urge but he gives in. This song represents this theme not only by the title but the lyrics. I also think this song is a great song to foreshadow the next act.

Act II
"Bound 2" by Kanye West
This act is about Ben falling for Mrs. Robinson's  daughter Elaine. He is basically forced to date her by his parents and her father. He actually tries to sabotage the date but after humiliating her he apologizes the rest of their date is lovely. The theme of this act is young love and centers around Ben pursuing Elaine even though he had an affair with her mother. "Bound 2" highlights that Ben was bound to fall in love with Elaine.

Act III
"What's Happening?" by The Byrds
The final act is based on Ben trying to find Elaine and stop her wedding. He succeeds in doing this and together they run off together. The final scene shows the pair on the back of this bus, at first laughing and smiling but soon their smiles fade and replaced with a look of uncertainty. It seems as if they are questioning if what they did was really the right thing. Did they run off together because they are truly in love? Or are they just trying to rebel against their parents? This song highlights this because of the uneasiness of it. This song is perfect for the theme of uncertainty.

Words + Image

That's Not What I Heard

http://youtu.be/cn1ycdjnyjA

Cover Campus w/Cover Songs

Fun project I got to be apart of!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZFzFw22Vlc

Award Winning Structure

         The Godfather is a classic movie that is considered to be one of the greatest American films ever made. It won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay in 1972. I consider Michael Corleone to be a tragic hero. His hamartia or tragic flaw is his need for control. Things had to go his way. He became quite ruthless and unforgiving toward the end of the film. He believed that he could be the person to convert the family business into a legitimate business. I think this is also an example of his pride being a flaw as well. Perhaps his pride in the first place is what controlled him in a sense. The peripeteia or turning point would be when Michael murders the two men in the restaurant with a gun planted in the bathroom. This marks the point where everything changes for Michael and the beginning of his downfall in character. He is now involved with the family business he tried so hard to avoid. The anagorisis in the film was tricky to find. I believe the anagorisis comes in the final scene where Michael’s wife Kay is questioning Carlo’s, Michael’s brother-in-law’s death and Michael denies being involved. He straight up lies to her face. After she walks away she turns around to watch him be addressed as the new Don Corleone. I think that moment is where Kay and the audience truly see how far Michael has strayed from the man that he used to be. I think these elements definitely enhance the film. Without them you wouldn’t see or understand the character development. These elements help the audience understand how Michael Corleone went from avoiding the family business to being in charge of it. I enjoyed this film because there are so many layers to the story and to Michael Corleone that make it a one of a kind film.

Wes Craven Horror Video Entries

Mini Sagas

Write two fifty-word mini-sagas.The origins of the saga comes from Icelandic prose dating back to the 12th century when locals would recount their warrior battles. Today, a saga is referred to as a modern heroic narrative.Your mini-saga should have 50 words.No more, no less.The stories must have a beginning, middle and end.They must be interesting, and they may not be autobiographical. Engage the reader.

She was beautifully depressed. She stood before them all, watching and waiting. How much longer could she pretend to be happy? “I will fake it until I make it,” she whispered to herself. She took another step into the spotlight and she flashed a bright smile. “I can do this.” 

He was a creature of the night, but she wasn’t afraid. It had taken her this long to get used to the idea that werewolves actually exist and could love. As the full moon began to rise, she took his hand into hers and whispered the words, “I love you”.

Documentary Review: Andrew Jenks, Room 335

Andrew Jenks Room 335 
Released January 2008 by HBO Documentary Films 

The film Andrew Jenks,Room 335 follows the experience of a then 19 year old filmmaker Andrew Jenks, as he spends six weeks at an assisted living facility in Florida. What once started out as a kind of experiment, Jenks finds himself with a purpose, to help and create a strong bond with the residents, many without families and friends. The film starts out with Jenks moving in and getting to know his fellow residents and he quickly learns that they are more than a bunch of old people on the brink of death, but people who have so much to live for.

            You get to know many of the residents more personally such as the energetic 96 year old Tammy, short-tempered Libby and the boisterous Bill who has a different Hawaiian shirt every day of the week. Throughout the film Jenks and the residents discuss their thoughts on family, love, sex, race, death and the meaning of life. Filled with raw moments of truth and clarity, this film will leave you questioning what you’re living for. This film illustrates how fragile life really is.

Although this is an older documentary that was made in 2006, it tells a timeless story. It is a story about life and the inevitable death. This is a film for all audiences, young and old. It bridges the generation gap and proves that we’re all not so different, regardless of age.

Sound Library

Donkey Coffee is a small coffee shop located in Athens, Ohio. Known for its cozy settings, it is a hangout for local artists, musicians and students.  I chose to record the following sounds because they represent the typical sounds heard at a local coffee shop.

 

Donkey Coffee: Pages of a book flipping (:13)

 

Donkey Coffee: Backpack Zipper (:07)

 

Donkey Coffee: Books being set down (:06)

 

Donkey Coffee: Chairs moving (:15)

 

 Donkey Coffee: Keyboard typing (:14)

 

Donkey Coffee: Mug being set down (:09)

 

Donkey Coffee: Receipt printer (:09)

 

Donkey Coffee: Latte Steamer (:07)

 

Donkey Coffee:Background Music (:07)

 

Donkey Coffee: People going up the stairs (:07)

Photo Documentary

I made this photo documentary with all of the photos I already had in my phone. They were all taken over the last year and a half. I am not in any of the pictures...not visibly at least.
http://photopeach.com/album/s5ljil