FREE SUMMER OPPORTUNITY

This looks like a great program and it's FREE. The contact person, Da'Von McCune, is a CHS grad and a friend of mine, so please mention you are in my class when you apply. Here is the link: http://buffaloartstechcenter.org/?page_id=1890. If you want more information about the program, contact Da'Von at 716-259-1680 or mccune@buffcat.org.

Independent Study Rationale

I want everyone to post their four films as well as their rationale by the first day of school. If you post over the summer I can read them and help you refine. Also, you can comment on each other's rationales as well...if you have ideas for films or themes. This site might be of help to you as well. Click on the Imagery and Themes tabs for ideas on filmmakers who are known for various themes... http://www.filmref.com/

Interesting David Bordwell Essay

I just found this short essay on the differences between being a film fan versus being a film scholar. If your friends are confused about what motivates us in IB Film versus what motivates your average viewer, have them read this article, Studying Cinema.