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2010 Vollies Videos

Best Documentary:



Judge's comments for this category:

Code Pink:
Production Value (Graphics, Video/Directing, Audio, Editing): Multiple interviews were very nice. B-roll footage was very in-depth. Use B-roll footage to cover interview cuts. Edit out scenes that don’t really pertain to the story. Music at beginning doesn't really deliver the emotion of the documentary.
Aesthetic Value (Creativity, Program Pacing, Content): Very creative project. Pacing could have improved by cutting up scenes like the party.

Dishibem: Dancing with Peace:
Production Value: Interview shots were great, very well lit. Two or more cameras during the dancing scene would have been helpful. Instead of one static camera I think two cameras in motion would have made the dance more interesting.
Aesthetic Value: Creativity and pacing were very good. I would have liked to have seen a side story during the documentary. Instead of just informational, it would be cool to see someone’s first experience or something.

Maryland Sustainable Living Fair:
Production Value (Graphics, Video/Directing, Audio, Editing): Audio sounded pretty good especially due to the fact tons of noise and activity was going on. The editing could be tighter. Cut our interviews before they trail off, a few times after the interviewees make their point.
Aesthetic Value (Creativity, Program Pacing, Content): Pacing was very good. Content could have been more directed with a beginning, middle and end.

The World of Rocky DiCola:
Production Value (Graphics, Video/Directing, Audio, Editing): The interviews look nice. Try using B-roll shots to cover up interview transitions. Maybe use music during wrestling setup and performance to add excitement. More than one camera during matches would have been nice.
Aesthetic Value (Creativity, Program Pacing, Content): Very creative topic and people! Pacing could have been improved by montaging the setup or cutting up performances.