Category: Free Inquiry (Page 2 of 2)

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First Movie Review

October 7, 2024 / jenna24

For my free inquiry this week, I watched the film, “The Devil All the Time.” The story follows several interconnected characters, each with their own unique arcs. I found the film highly engaging and appreciated its unpredictability, which kept me captivated throughout.

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cinematography: 5/5

All the camera angles were spot on and felt natural. The lighting was perfect, giving the film a realistic look throughout. I appreciated that it wasn’t overly polished, which added to its authentic feel, especially since the story is set in the 1960s. Click this link to read about the camera that was used for creating this film!

dialogue: 5/5

I really enjoyed the script in this film; its raw and gritty dialogue effectively captured the language and tone of the era. The harshness at times added authenticity and depth to the characters and their experiences. I also particularly enjoyed how there was a narrator throughout the film.

Acting: 5/5

This film featured an impressive cast, including some younger actors who delivered powerful performances for their roles. The casting was exceptional, and each actor demonstrated full commitment to their character, enhancing the overall impact of the story.

Plot/theme: 4/5

This movie has a dark tone that might be unsettling for some viewers. I personally enjoyed it because the pacing was excellent, and the narrative was easy to follow. However, the themes and subject matter may be challenging for certain audiences to digest.

Hot Cross Buns

October 7, 2024 / jenna24

Today I decided I wanted to start by learning an easier song. Hot cross buns is a short song and since i’m still getting comfortable learning the notes on the recorder, I figured this would be a good start.

The Devil All The Time

October 1, 2024 / jenna24

This week, for my inquiry, I have chosen to watch the film “The Devil All the Time.” Starring Tom Holland and Robert Pattinson, the film is directed by Antonio Campos, who co-wrote it with his brother, Paulo.

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This psychological thriller is based on the novel by Donald Ray Pollock and is set in the rural American South, spanning the period from the end of World War II to the 1960s. The film follows several characters whose stories intertwine throughout the narrative.

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Plot from Wikipedia

This is the first film I will be watching by the American filmmaker and producer Antonio. It was recommended by a friend so my hopes are kept high as I trust their taste in movies. Next week I will be writing my review of the film, and explain it in more depth.

click here to watch the preview

Before reading the preview and watching the trailer, the title suggested to me that the film might have a very dark tone. While it could be misleading, as it sounds like it might be a paranormal film, I believe the title’s significance lies in its implication that one doesn’t need to be possessed to act sinister. Instead, it highlights that the characters are struggling with their own troubling thoughts and inner demons.

Learning the Recorder

September 26, 2024 / jenna24

When I first started learning the recorder, the very first step was to learn the notes. I picked up the instrument, and before even trying to play a tune, I focused on understanding where each note lived on the recorder.

Learning the notes first gave me a solid foundation, and it felt like building blocks for something bigger. Once I could play B, A, and G consistently, I knew I was ready to move on to actual songs.

Free Inquiry Post

September 21, 2024 / jenna24

I am so excited to do my first free inquiry post next week! Every week I will be watching a psychological thriller and be rating them on several things. Some weeks I will do posts on the history of the film, and the directors, what the inspiration was, if it’s a true story or not. I will be finding these movies on different platforms such as netflix, crave, disney plus, amazon prime and youtube. I will also be sharing some movies I’ve already seen and why I enjoyed them so much. The films I choose will be from a range of years and I will be rating them on: cinematography, dialogue, pace, entertainment and the plot/theme. I chose specifically psychological thrillers because it is one of my favourite movie genres as they often have many twists, uncomfortable themes, and require you to think throughout the film. Stay tuned for my first movie rating next week and what film it will be!