My Identity as a Filmmaker

My mother has exposed me to the older classics.  Through her, I gained an appreciation for black and white films and Old Hollywood actors.


My dad is more than willing to see any movie with me.  This has had an influence on my filmmaking because I have learned from tasting some bitter as well as the sweet.

This book was the first that I remember wanting to write a screenplay for it.  It is a darling book with tons of potential.  Fortunately, things get remade all the time because the film that is out now does not do the book justice.




My old acting coach, Rick Macy, I believe plays a role in how I view acting and film.  Because I recognized him in a church film when I was younger, I learned to appreciate the art of acting as well as the work required going into film.  One memorable experience was when we acted out the teacher's scene from the 6th Sense.

An episode of this TV show was filmed at my home when I was a little girl.  That was my first peek at what it was like behind the set and I loved it.  I remember there was hallway where the Angel reveals herself and how they set up the lighting.




Barbie World Tour  This clip may have inspired what I did with my dad's old camera when I was younger.  I did a lot of trick photography and stop motion.  Besides reverse footage and magic tricks, I filmed our Chihuahuas acting out a play and a full stop motion version of The Fly, as well as other short stories, with Barbies.








The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will always have an influence in my identify.  I want to incorporate that influence into my stories.  I would like to write films that use symbolism or include situations in which good principles may be taught.

My media exposure has included things as diverse as Bringing Up Baby to The Simpsons.  So far, I haven't seen many of the film recommendations from our professors, so I look forward to opening new doors.  I am attracted to period pieces, thought provoking dramas, romantic comedies, comedies, and well-rounded films such as Pirates of the Carribean.