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Note to Self

2019

Abstract

Those people who supported me, challenged me, inspired me, and lent their own hands in help have my utmost gratitude, and recognition goes to theme for this film's successes. On difficult days, and in dire times, my friends, classmates, and collaborators made this film possible. Firstly, my thesis advisor, Brian Larson, whose abounding patience and encouragement were matched only by his expertise and insight, gave constant meaningful feedback and advice during my time as his student. As his student, Professor Larson always pushed us to improve and tested our skillsthis was precisely the reason I asked him to be my advisor on my thesis. He certainly delivered: the most meaningful council came in the form of difficult questions meant to challenge my thoughts on my film, story, and characters. This was a vital step to improving my own understanding of my film, and thus creating a better, more thoughtful piece. In addition to Professor Larson, I received a great deal of advice and feedback from other professors and classmates that did not go to waste. I was always grateful for the information and helpful opinions. There were many thoughts and observations that didn't occur to me, and hearing form outside perspectives that usually did not have much prior knowledge of the film's content was extremely enlightening. It is important to note my main collaborators on this project: my voice actress Christa Elliot and my sound designer Zazu Pitts of Sour Note Productions. Ms. Elliot was incredibly diligent in her work and easy to work with. Likewise, Mr. Pitts is a talented and highly professional sound designer, and his skill truly shows in his work in the film. He made many accommodations and worked extremely hard on this very complicated piece. I am very grateful for their hard work, as they treated this piece like it was their own. This is as much their work of art as it is mine. Lastly, I was truly touched and amazed by the many people who lent their help to complete my film in the final days. Among those friends and classmates credited in my film were people who quite literally banded together to help me clean up line work, color shots, finish backgrounds, create special effects, composite shots, and help with post-production and credits.