Online Community Started

For my research project I hope to create an online community in which the members will assist in making a film using mainly internet related technology and low tech equipment such as webcams and mobile phones.

I have created an online discussion forum for anyone who wants to get involved with the project.

Fiction Based Project

As my client project is a documentary, I am keen to create a film out of my academic studies this year that is fiction based. This area is where I like to work the most, so I have decided that I cannot go six months without creating a fiction film!!! I have been thinking about developing a script based on a story that Jools wrote last year called "Holding Pattern". As almost everyone made this film in year two, I thought it would be interesting to see how different I can make the film based on the original story. I would like to create a real tear-jerker, as I have not yet made a serious drama film. Most of the fiction films that I have made or been a part of have had some sort of comedic twist, so I am keen to venture new ground both as a director and writer.

PRP Submitted

My personal research project is complete! I am proud of the work that I have done, and enjoyed the rush of learning. At first it seemed like a daunting task, however when I got into it I found the whole experience rewarding.

Title: How could recent changes in social software and Internet interaction help develop new approaches in the way that film is created?

You can read the completed document here.

I am now looking forward to taking my research forward in the new year and experimenting in the area of social participation within the creation of film.