Most of my friends consider themselves to be somewhat of a film buff. Whether it is from them working at a movie store, families routed in movies, or have just taken a few film classes their college offers; they simply know how to watch a film. Yet, none of them can really be considered “experts.”
During the trial of my post production on my mini documentary I am going to need critical, unbiased feedback. As much as I like having friends tell me “It looks good.” or “Yeah, I’d watch it.” Their input will not really alter how the final product will look.
That is why I decided to have Dr. Suzanne Prestien as my on campus expert to review Life on the Road. Dr. Prestein teaches Public Relations, English, and Film Studies courses at Westminster College. I’ve had Dr. Prestein for a few classes and know she is capable of constructive criticism, yet, can give credit when she likes something.
Dr. Prestien received her PhD at Case Western in American Studies with an emphasis on Film. When most film studies minors, such as me, come to Westminster they are usually introduced to the film program by taking Film Studies 101 with Dr. Prestien. She also teaches a cluster course incorporating gender studies and film. In most of Dr. Prestien’s classes, even ones not regarding film, she effectively utilizes in class films to highlight important lessons.
However, Dr. Prestien, isn’t foreign film and film noir, she has a particular soft spot for documentaries. Some of her favorites are The Thin Blue Line and Hoop Dreams. I’m sure Dr. Prestien’s background, love of documentaries, and expertise will provide me with helpful feedback. I’m planning to let her see progress when I reach about the halfway point and then again at full completion.
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