Questions for Emily and Mason

1. What was your favorite scene? Why?
2. Who was your favorite character? Why?
3. What did you not like so much?
4. What do you think is the message of the film?

Thursday Sketch and Animation

What action script did you use?

I am using Action Script 3.0

Why did you choose it?

It is the latest version.

How did you trace the frog/toad? Can you include examples of your work in the blog post?

I copied an image of it and used it as one layer to trace over it in another layer.

Who is the master animator?

Richard Williams

How did you research him or her?

Read Wikipedia, then go to specific sources.

How large was your stage when you opened it?

It is 450 x 500 pixels

Which software did you use and why?

Flash, because that's the only software I know how to use to animate.

How many layers did you use?

Two

Why did you choose your background?

The colors compliment the frog, and it looks interesting.

Why did we create a frog/toad? (instead of a ball or entire city)

It will help us when we start creating humans

How did you export?
Export>Export> Export Movie>Save as an Animate Gif

How many frames did you create?
7

Wonder Woman vs. Green Lantern

I thought "Green Lantern" was an interesting animation, but "Wonder Woman" beats it by far. The animation itself is more aesthetic in "Wonder Woman". It's simplicity with shading, yet detail is beautiful, whereas, "Green Lantern"'s attempt at three-dimensional imaging can look too busy at times. In addition, the plot in "Wonder Woman" intrigued me more than Green Lantern's. As a female, Wonder Woman's role as a superhero shows a perspective that is not usually seen in typical superhero movies; therefore, this produces a different story that entices the audience.

Lily Bumbum and Friends at Mr. Gatsby's Party

Log line: Lily Bumbum, Ellie Churnwall, and Max Frito go to Mr. Gatsby's party. A stranger gives them a drink, and the crew goes back in time to explore Mr. Gatsby's childhood.

ACT I
Lily: Come on guys! We're going to miss the party!!
Max: Yeah, yeah, yeah, we're coming
Ellie: Why so antsy? We'll be ready in a second.
(Lily sighs with her arms crossed. She waits by her front door, tapping her feet impatiently. Ellie and Max shuffle out the door)
Lily: And we're off! (as she closes the door)

ACT II
(Gatsby's front door opens)
(Loud music playing; people dancing and drinking.)
Flapper Girl 1: Welcome! Welcome!
Lily: Guys, where do you think Mr. Gatsby's at?
Max: I don't think we'll be able to find him easily
Ellie: I don't even know what he looks like! Wherever he is, this house is more shabby than I imagined.
Lily: I really want to meet him...
Gentleman 1 (to Lily): Wow what a pretty lady!
Lily: (blushing) Why, thank you.
(Max and Ellie giggling together)
Gentleman 1: Let me buy you a drink!
Lily: Oh, please, no thank you.
Gentleman 1: Polite, too! Bartender, give this lady my special.
Max (with Ellie by his side): Oh, hey Lily. Can we sit here?
Lily: Please do.
Gentleman 1: Who are these friends of yours?
Ellie: I'm Ellie Churnwall and that is Max Frito.
Gentleman 1 (to Bartender): I think these young fellows would enjoy the same drink as well. To friends! (toast)

ACT III
Lily: Where are we?
Stranger 1 (in the distance): Jay! Get back in the house!!
Max: Jay...Gatsby?
Ellie: Why is he a child... The house looks a lot better than before...
Lily: We did not just go back in time, did we...?
Ellie: Well, we found Mr. Gatsby

Artistic Review - Green Lantern Animation

   This sci-fi animation is a cinematic experience filled with beautiful animation. In this hour long episode, Green Lantern: Beware My Power, we go on an action packed odyssey in a creative extraterrestrial environment. With action, humor, and drama, the movie leaves the audience intrigued and engaged.
   We follow Hal Jordan's (Green Lantern)  journey. He is the first human to become a Green Lantern, and is considered to be the best. As part of the Green Lantern Corps, a "Green Lantern" is part of an interstellar organization of police overseen by the Guardians of the Universe.
  The animation appeals to a wide range of audience, regardless of age. It's appeal comes from each character's obvious charisma, making them interesting and relatable. Each character has their own different distinct personalities, which help create a more balanced story.
     Hal Jordan's confidence paves his decisions and how he delivers his actions. For example, when Hal Jordan flamboyantly flirts with a computer. He says, "Aiya, what a pretty name." And also when he talks to the lady overlooking his mission, she is overjoyed to see him while Hal Jordan is rather indifferent.
   Overall, there is an interesting story, with action and a climax.

Movie Monday: Privacy and Vulnerablity

1. What is the difference between empathy and sympathy?
Empathy fuels connection, sympathy drives the connection.

2.What does Brene Brown mean by "silver lining it?" (short animation video)
To "silver line" something means to show a positive side to something negative.

3. What is one tip for writing about a character who is smarter than you?
Do your research on the subject you are writing about.

4. Share one internet meme (that is appropriate for this class)
First World Problems

5. What three surveillance philosophers did Glenn Greenwald discuss during his presentation?
Jeremy Bentham, Michel Foucault, and George Orwell

6. Why does privacy matter even if you nothing wrong?
It goes against humans' freedom and breeds conformity and submission..

7. Did Brene Brown originally like being called a story teller?
No, she laughed at the idea at first.

8. What did Brene Brown's research professor tell her? (complete the quote) If you can't measure it, ____?
If you can't measure it, it doesn't exist.

9.According to Brown, what is the difference between courage and bravery?
Can you selectively numb feelings?
Courage is to ability tell the story of who you are with your whole heart. No, we cannot selectively numb feelings.

Spock - That One Character From Our Past

[Briefing room, Time Period: 1920s]

ELLIE: Spock, dear, I could not find a thing we did in the vortex that could possibly have changed the future.
SPOCK: It seems so, Ellie, I am the only one affected. The mission, the party, the crew, except for myself, remain the same.
ELLIE: But I know who you are, and no one else here does.
BATES [on monitor]: Mademoiselle, we've checked the Starfleet records.
ELLIE: And the findings?
BATES [on monitor]: There is no Vulcan named Spock serving with the Starfleet in any capacity.
ELLIE: Is the research on the Vulcan family completed?
BATES [on monitor]: Yes, mademoiselle. I can relay that to your screen. (showing relevant images) Sarek of Vulcan. Ambassador to seventeen Federation planets in the past thirty years.
SPOCK: That is invalid.
ELLIE: It is in this case.
SPOCK: I wish to ask a question. What of Sarek's family, his wife and son?
BATES [OC]: Amanda, wife of Sarek. Born on Earth as Amanda Grayson. The couple separated after the death of their son. (on monitor) The wife was killed in a shuttle accident at Lunaport on her way home to Earth. Ambassador Sarek has not remarried.
SPOCK: My mother. The son, what was his name and age when he died?
BATES [on monitor]: Spock. Age seven.
ELLIE: Good heavens.