My first filming blog

 As a high school student, my partner and I are working on a short comedy horror film project for a class assignment. We're focusing on shooting just the initial two minutes of our film, aiming for a captivating start. Our filming location of choice is the mall, and we've scheduled it for this upcoming Saturday. The challenge lies in the tight timeframe, as I'll need to rush to work four hours after we wrap up filming. One major obstacle we're encountering is the need to cast another actress for a crucial role in the movie. Despite our efforts in spreading the word, the perfect fit for the role still eludes us. We remain hopeful that we'll secure the ideal actress before the scheduled shoot this weekend. It's essential for the success of our project that we find the right person to bring our character to life. The pressure is on to finalize the casting before we hit the mall set. We're excited about the potential of our film, and we're determined to overcome these obstacles. With persistence and creativity, we believe we can tackle any challenges that come our way. The collaboration with my partner has been both fun and challenging, but we're working well together to make our vision a reality. The anticipation of filming at the mall adds an extra layer of excitement to our project. Juggling this film project, schoolwork, and a job has been demanding, but I'm committed to giving my best to each aspect of my life. Despite the hurdles, the process of creating this film has been rewarding and enriching. The support and encouragement from our classmates and teacher have been invaluable in motivating us to push through the difficulties. We're determined to make the most of this opportunity and deliver a stellar first two minutes for our class project.


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