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As we further the specifics of our discussion in class, we begin searching through the "behind-the-scenes" parts of movie making. Many regular movie goers may not appreciate the detail and mechanics and technology it takes to make movies-especially those with extensive computer imaging. This past class we looked at the behind the scenes features of Star Wars and The Lord of the Rings. Both are extremely intricate and such is proven by the amount of time and work, but most importantly the skill that went into making these movies. Preceding these contemporary movies, comes the classics and innovative films which facilitated film development. One of these being "Citizen Kane." Orson Welles directed and acted in the film. He was the leading mind behind the novel transitions used in the movie and the novel types of shots utilized.

I was not very interested in this part of movie making before. Acting was the only part which was attractive to me. However, after realizing how these masters of art actually create the images and sounds I see in theaters and at home, I find it hard not to be intrigued. The imagination each player has to use and maintain in order to come through with the best possible product is fantastic.

It is obvious that the intricacies of film making are quite interesting to me and probably most other individuals who learn about what goes on with the cameras and computers rather than in front of them!

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The world of film is full of a variety of viewers. There are the avid lovers and critics. There are the simple enjoyers. There are the followers who are merely attracted to the films which they hear are worthwhile. Among others, there are also those movie lovers who lack the awareness of the extent of their passion. These individuals (like myself) enjoy films and all that encompasses the making of films, however, lack the full motivation to extend their passion. I feel that this class will improve my standards and understanding of the film community and ideas.

I have never really delved into the history of film and the motivation/progression of the early stages of film. It would seem to me that such technology would inevitably develop eventually. This idea does not take away from the interest which sparks from the actual progression that occurred. From still pictures, to multiple, chronological still pictures, to the idea of motion pictures and so forth. Such a timeline represents not only the history of film but the very essence which film has become today: a constant development.