This fall I am completing two major projects, both revolving around my personal interest in film production and studies. The first, and soon to be released project is a 20 minute documentary examining the juxtaposition between hydraulic fracturing and the natural phenomena within a small town in northwestern PA. The piece was filmed between two cameras - chiefly the Sony AX2000 and less so on the HDRFX7 model - over a period of about five weeks. Both of these cameras I purchased myself with savings specifically for the production of the documentary. Now, after a month of editing, critical feedback, and revision the film has been burned onto a DVD and will be presented to a large audience in Kiggins on October 12th. I plan to speak before the showing and answer questions afterwards.
The style of the film itself was inspired by two documentaries - first Baraka, created by the cinematographer of Koyaanisqatsi, both wordless films produced between 1987 and 1993. There is no narration and very little background noise. The piece is both highly personal and publicly relevant.
For my thesis regarding Kubrick, I am examining three of his films through a filter highlighting his statements about human nature. The first film, 2001 a Space Odyssey approaches the human spirit. A Clockwork Orange addresses the evil bureaucracy of modern day human interaction. Lastly, Eyes Wide Shut is an examination of relationships, intimacy and the animalistic piece within the human psyche.
