¡Tenemos Una Voz! - ID# 172
Highland Park
Public Service Announcement
Entry Description
Santiago Domingo, the child of an immigrant, grapples with the weight of recent changes in immigration policies. As he recounts the moment he first heard the news, the 4:3 aspect ratio reinforces his sense of confinement, emphasizing how trapped he feels within forces beyond his control. The film unfolds in both Spanish and English, mirroring his dual identity and the emotional turmoil of straddling two worlds. Link to transcript: https://tinyurl.com/4dmyvj47
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Recent Teacher Comments
Judge 1
Positives: 1) good script 2) good editing
Improvements: 1) too many graphics at close, you needed a website reference 2) camera shots needed to be stronger
Judge 2
Positives: The close-ups and the shots of the character by himself, along with the outdoor darkness, did a very good job conveying the isolation and loneliness associated with this important topic. The character speaking directly to the camera conveyed seriousness and urgency.
Improvements: The switching back of forth of english with spanish subtitles and spanish with english subtitles was distracting. All one or the other (preferably spanish language with english subtitles) would have been more effective and less jarring. There was a lot of dialogue to take in and it didn't always match the picutres as effectively as it could have.
Judge 3
Positives: 1) The editing and switch from English to Spanish was a great story telling technique 2) Camera work and graphics added extra production value
Improvements: 1) Providing information on resources in your call to action would be very helpful for the viewer 2) While an incredibly important message, given the creative and artistic nature of this video, it at times was unclear what the message was until the very end. In a PSA it's important to not distract or confuse the viewer so they understand the story from the begining.
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