LitSciMed Video Competition

Well, this wasn’t an easy decision even though there were only two entries (which itself was rather disappointing).  The content, creativity and techinical quality of both productions was remarkable. I would encourage both Paul and Jamie to continue exploring this media because you both have the gift of storytelling in a multi-dimensional format. In the end, the judges decided to award first prize to Paul. Judges comments are as follow:

Carole: Paul’s is an outstanding movie although both are very good. The sheer variety of techniques in Paul’s film – presentation to camera, location shooting, interview with expert, use of images, musem objects, etc - make it a step-up from the average amateur production. Both films are very well written, tell a compelling story and have been well storyboarded.

Mike: I’d go for Paul Craddocks for ambition, variety and professionalism, but Jamie Starks’ piece is really good and nicely restrained (I’d say his is the better structured).  Small turnout, but personally they’re of a higher standard than the Medicine in Motion ones.

Ross: I’m very much in agreement with Mike’s analysis. Paul wins out on ambition and variety, but Jamie’s structure and pace is extremely commendable (and shows how effective images and narration can be when structured properly).

Sharon: I’m very proud of the students’ work. Both are great though very different. If I had to choose I’d go for Paul Craddock’s as the best I think.

Congratulations to both Paul and Jamie. Paul – you win the iPod Touch 8GB; Jamie – you win the iPod Nano 8GB. If you both send me an address (c.reeves@ucl.ac.uk) I’ll mail your prizes.

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