Pick Up the Phone - ID# 229
Morton East
Public Service Announcement
Entry Description
This is a PSA about the importance of reaching out to others during times of need. Music 1: https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/will-i-see-you-again-bgk6nxr_pkh11995o.html Music 2: https://www.storyblocks.com/audio/stock/leaves-bybpg1bkpkh477hwe.html
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Recent Teacher Comments
- 4/30 10:31 am - Good concept. Shaky footage. Poor composting of TV reporter in the opening shot. Production values middling, but strong point of view and call to action
- 4/7 5:55 pm - Super effective storytelling; great variety of camera shots and angles; clear audio; nice music choice... Great job!
- 3/9 3:47 pm - The video was very effective in telling your message in a powerful way. Nice variety of shots. The audio for dialogue was at a good level. Nice job!
Judge 1
Positives: Good story and matching visuals. Important information.
Improvements: Could have used a few more camera shots to heighten story line.
Judge 2
Positives: The story and narrative were very well done. There were some nice subtle effects such as the zoom into the paper he is writing.
Improvements: A better sound mix could have helped, especially the scene where he reaches for the phone, as the sound disappearing is jarring, which may have been intended, but a better effect could have been achieved by possibly building the music up and ending it but still having he background sound, such as birds chirping outside or a dog barking. Some close up shots could help the audience connect with the sad kid.
Judge 3
Positives: The message of the piece was clear and direct and the video ended with a strong call to action. The music was strong and supported the piece as a whole. The composition and lighting of the shots fit well with the piece and were consistent throughout.
Improvements: The shots throughout the piece could have been more dynamic. Most of the shots were stationary and could have benefited from some form of movement.
Judge 4
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