Get the popcorn ready and take some time to watch our students’ capstone projects from Seminar in Digital Filmmaking, Department of Digital Media and Journalism. Consider this a self-guided virtual screening.
Our students worked very hard this semester and were mindful of COVID guidelines stemming from the CDC and our professional/academic organizations (at times this meant acquiring footage from documentary participants if it was determined a large group would be present, or filming characters in separate rooms, etc.)
It was no easy task and required limited 50% capacity class meetings earlier in the semester.
Despite these challenges, the students completed some very strong work we’re excited to share with the campus community.
Wishing you all a very Happy Holiday Season and a Bright New Year.
Gregg Bray, DMJ Interim Chair
Road to the White Coat: The First Steps. (Documentary short)
One woman’s journey to becoming a Doctor prompts a number of challenges and the possibility of burnout.
Student filmmakers: Toma Vardhami, John Stimmel, Meng Qian, Kyle Gaynor
https://vimeo.com/479036734/546ccfd2ae
Slightly Fiction (Documentary short)
An indie filmmaker moves from exploitation to children’s media in this engaging personal profile.
Student filmmakers: Matthew Conde, Matthew Conradi, Luis Bencosme, Justin Rampert,
The Backyard Forest (Documentary Short)
A story of how neighbors came together to save woodlands in New Paltz, NY
Student filmmakers: Julie Polack, Catello Franciosa, Thomas Etzkorn
Redwing Blackbird (Documentary Short)
Student filmmakers: Shannon DiRenzo, Isabella Lawkins, Ariela Lozano, Oscar Nieves
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxP8yo1oGc8&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=IzzyLawkins
Crumble (Narrative)
Student filmmakers: Matt Chiarelli, Annarose Vallone, Victoria Garcia, Dennis Brady
Art and Community in Unison (Documentary short)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=RBTgGHm-HqA&app=desktop
A look into the history, contributions and future of Unison Arts Center in New Paltz, NY
A Lot (Narrative Short)
On her way to her final year of college, a young woman must decide whether to continue with her long-enacted plan or toss it all for spontaneity.
Immure (Narrative Short)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6TYIyvL9Zg&feature=youtu.be
With the weight of isolation impeding his mental health, a young man considers taking his own life.
The Jewel Thief (Narrative Short)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUHav2U5IBo&feature=youtu.be