When I was a freshman, I kinda knew a few seniors who took AICE Media since we were all part of our school’s TV club. One of these seniors was Virginia, who was known for being an exceptional writer within the club. I even vaguely remember hearing her and her partners talking about their portfolio project that year. So, when it came to sifting through old AICE Media blogs for inspiration, it made perfect sense to read her critical reflection. You can check it out here.
As I read her blog, I noticed that the CR's goal is just to explain the motivations behind the project and how those factors influence decisions throughout the creative process. Virginia’s insights focused heavily on pre-production planning and conceptualization and how that shapes the final product.
However, something I noticed was the absence of a discussion about shortcomings or “failures” in her reflection. While she did an excellent job articulating her successes and behind-the-scenes inspirations, I found myself thinking about the importance of acknowledging our missteps as well. This is something I plan to include in my own critical reflection.
Reflecting back on our documentary project's critical reflection, I realized that one of the areas where I fell short was in the integration of multimedia elements—specifically, embedding more videos and photos to elevate the overall quality of the essay. I had some great footage and images, but I didn’t fully utilize them to enhance the narrative. This time around, I'll keep that in mind as I develop my essay.
Additionally, I’ve come to recognize that I often struggle to write AICE Media essays in a more personal tone. My other class experiences have conditioned me to adhere to a strict, formal writing style that feels a bit stiff at times in this course's context. While I understand the importance of maintaining a degree of professionalism, I think there’s value in adding a more relatable and lighter touch to my critical reflection. I want to share not just my successes but also my obstacles and mistakes in a way that feels accessible and genuine.
By doing this, I hope to shed light on my true experience throughout this project. After all, many people have faced similar challenges, and it can be comforting to see that we’re not alone in our struggles as young filmmakers. Discussions about our pitfalls can humanize the creative process and make our journeys more relatable. As I work on my CR, I plan to weave in some anecdotes about my experiences, the unexpected hurdles I encountered, and the lessons I learned along the way.
In the end, I believe that embracing both my triumphs and my failures will lead to a more cohesive and authentic reflection. I’m excited to take these insights from Virginia’s blog and my own experiences into account as I kickoff this final reflection of my time in AICE Media.
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