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."  

group meeting part 2!

 Hey Cambridge I’m back I'm so excited to tell you all about how my 2nd group meeting went, so here we go!  Audrey’s film Silenced is a psychological drama about a guy who thinks he’s a good person until he realizes he’s not. A mysterious "Red Guy" puts red duct tape over people’s mouths, but it turns out he’s just a hallucination. The film explores freedom of speech and self-awareness. Inspired by Cabaret, Audrey even composed her own music! She had some filming challenges but worked through them. For her CCR, she’s planning fun street interviews like Billy on the Street as her inspiration! 

Sergio’s film follows a medical student with a serious illness that weakens his muscles. To fight back, he becomes obsessed with powerlifting. Over time, he starts to love it beyond just doing it to try and survive. The film has a dark, intense vibe, inspired by The Batman. He’s using visual storytelling instead of explaining things directly and even composed his own classical music. His CCR will be a self-interview. 

Oona’s film Obession is about a girl training for a competition who gets injured and has to rely on family and friends to recover. It’s a story about perseverance and growth. She’s already finished filming and editing and is now planning a creative CCR, possibly a Wired Autocomplete Interview style. 

Lastly, we have Maria’s film. Her film follows a girl who mysteriously disappears after getting involved in a drug scandal, but the details don’t add up. So, they need a determined investigator who won’t give up on finding the truth. The film uses low lighting and a bulletin board of clues to set the mood, though keeping the board in place was tricky! For her CCR, she’s thinking of answering random questions from a jar. 

As for my project, my group gave me an idea for a name for my film, and so I took their advice and named it "20 Questions." If it weren't for them, I wouldn't have gotten the kind criticism I needed to make my project as good as possible.

Here's a picture from my group meeting where we shared so much amazing advice and critique! 

types of lighting!

 The lighting in my project will play a big role in setting the mood and showing Addie’s emotions throughout the film. In her bedroom, her color-changing lamp will help create different feelings and portray different emotions depending on the scene. The light may be a gentle pink or purple when she first receives the mysterious text, showing her excitement and curiosity. The color may change to blue or become a little dimmer to reflect her feelings if she starts to feel anxious or uncertain about what's happening. This will help to tell the story without using words and give her bedroom a more personal feel. 

Depending on Addie's location during the film and her mood, the lighting downstairs will change. The living room's mid-level lighting will create a warm, inviting atmosphere that is perfect for her to unwind in while she thinks about the texts. The white marble counters in the kitchen will reflect more light, making the space feel open and light. The scene will seem more realistic if she switches on a light as she moves around. The house's lights can be dimmed and brightened to help control the mood and add tension or comfort to certain moments. These lighting changes will make the film feel more natural and more interesting to look at on screen. 

 

An image of the lamp with the perfered lighting i will use in my film