Monday, February 23, 2009
First thoughts of the class...
When I first heard of the film class being offered this term, I thought immediately to myself that I was going to sign up. I love all kinds of movies and I love to analyze them so this class seemed perfect for me. However, when I sat down on the first day of class and Mr. Bennett went rambling on about all movies I had never heard of, I thought to myself- OMG what have I signed up for! I thought it was going to be the most dragged on, lifeless, and boring class that I have ever "volunteered" to be in. But, to my surprise I was completely wrong. After watching our first movie, All Quiet on the Western Front, I fell in love with the class. Not to mention how entertaining Mr. Bennett is to watch when he acts out a favorite scene. I'm looking forward now to going to 7th period everyday and learn some new and interesting things. Can't wait for the next movie I'm sure its going to be just as good! =)
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Oh my. Such kind words about me. I can't say that the sound of such complimentary words is not sweet. It makes me happy if students are enjoying the class.
ReplyDeleteDon't let some of the "experts" in class, myself included over-awe you, though. You may be a heavy hitter yourself, and not know it yet.
Years ago, I had a girl in my American hstory class who was not good in history and almost failed the class. I mistakenly figured that she wasn't too bright. But, the next year, she was one of the very best in my film class, and her analysis was always on target. It was so much fun to hear her turn to one of the "nerds" in the class and say, "what's the matter with you? Can't you understand the simplest elements of film."
Film class is like that. Some people just have an eye for it.