question 2 CCR!

Hey Cambridge So for my blog post, I wanted to share my script for the first CCR I decided to film. I added my whole script to this blog, but what I really want to focus on is the second question for my CCR, which is How did you integrate technologies—software, hardware, and online tools? I wanted to discuss this and the first question, which was, How did your production skills develop throughout this project? So i wrote the script and as i was filming with my friend, who was essentially the “host” of our ccr podcast, we decided to give it our own little twist and give it a funny, silly vibe to make it match our personalities  

 

 

INTRO 

Friend (Host): "Welcome, welcome! Today, we have the incredibly talented director, producer, editor—basically a one-person film crew—[Your Name]! We’re talking all about their amazing romantic comedy film opening. First off, how does it feel to be famous?" 

You: "Oh, you know, it’s exhausting. The paparazzi won’t leave me alone. My phone is blowing up... mostly with spam calls, but still." 

Friend: "Iconic. Let’s jump right into the big questions!" 

 

Question 1: How did your production skills develop throughout this project? 

Friend: "Okay, be honest—when you started this project, did you actually know what you were doing?" 

You: [Laughs] "Absolutely not. I had a vision, but making it happen? Whole different story." 

Friend: "So what changed?" 

You: "Honestly? A lot. In the beginning, I was just thinking about the basic plot—girl gets a mystery text, starts a game of 20 Questions with a secret admirer—cute, right? But then I had to actually film it and make it look like a real movie." 

Friend: "Tough life of a filmmaker." 

You: "So tough. But I figured out how to use cinematography to make it more interesting. I played around with long tracking shots to make it feel more immersive, used zoom-ins for dramatic text messages, and even tried POV shots so the audience feels like they’re in the moment." 

Friend: "So you’re basically a Hollywood director now?" 

You: "Exactly. But rom-com edition." 

Friend: "What about editing? Did you struggle?" 

You: "Oh, big time. At first, my cuts felt so awkward—like, do I hold on to this reaction too long? Do I cut too fast? But over time, I learned that pacing is everything in a rom-com. It’s all about timing reactions, pauses, and text message speed, so it feels natural but not boring." 

Friend: "So basically, you became an editing genius?" 

You: "Obviously. Next question." 

 

Question 2: How did you integrate technologies—software, hardware, and online tools? 

Friend: "Alright, let’s talk tech. You had to juggle a lot of tools—what did you use?" 

You: "Oh, let me break it down. For hardware, I filmed on my phone—because I’m a budget filmmaker, and phone cameras are actually amazing now. I also used a tripod for steady shots and sometimes went handheld for a more personal feel." 

Friend: "Did you have, like, a whole editing studio?" 

You: "Pfft, I wish. I used iMovie to edit everything—super easy, and it let me do all my cuts, zoom-ins, and audio adjustments in one place. I had to be really careful with the pacing of the texts—like, if a text appears too slow, it’s awkward. If it’s too fast, it’s confusing. So yeah, iMovie was my bestie." 

Friend: "What about keeping track of all your ideas?" 

You: "I used Blogger.com to document everything—my cinematography ideas, mise en scène, sound design, and editing process. Low-key felt like I was keeping a diary for my film. It actually helped me stay super organized, which is rare for me." 

Friend: "So iMovie and Blogger carried your whole project?" 

You: "100%. They deserve production credits." 

 

CLOSING 

Friend: "Alright, final question. Will you be directing another film soon?" 

You: "Hmmm... if Netflix calls me, sure. Until then, I’m taking a break. This creative genius needs rest." 

Friend: "Fair enough. Thank you for this exclusive interview, and good luck dodging the paparazzi." 

You: "Thank you, thank you. I’ll be signing autographs later."