The Theater II and III classes spent the past four months writing, casting, directing, filming, and producing short films. The 41 students made 10 films that were 10 to 15 minutes each. The students did all the work themselves to come up with the final product.
“I think they turned out pretty good considering the short amount of time we had,” junior James Monreal said.
Each film conveyed a message, from serious issues like human trafficking or bullying to more humorous themes like zombie romances and space adventures.
“We each had different ideas for themes,” junior Beth Hunter said. “But after a discussion we came to a decision, and it was something that was interesting to all of us.”
The project required a lot of work, with several unexpected difficulties.
“Shooting outdoors was a problem,” Monreal said. “We also had problems with cutting out scenes, actors’ commitment, and language.”
This experience helped the students better appreciate the amount of work that goes into making real movies.
“Now, I’m not as quick to judge movies,” Monreal said. “Now I really understand all the hard work and dedication that goes into it.”
An exhibition for the films was held Tuesday, May 3 at “Hollywood Night,” complete with a red carpet, “Oscar” awards, and the students dressing up for the occasion.
“I think that theatre was kind of an outlet for everyone,” Hunter said. “There’s a sense of acceptance, and I hope that remains even after we graduate.”
HOLLYWOOD NIGHT AWARDS
Best Screenplay- Wedding Bells
Best Sound The Adventures of Captain Snugglesworth and Interstellar Koala In Z Day
Best Costume Design I Love You Too Much To Eat You, Dear
Best Film Editing Move Making Is Hard
Best Supporting Actress Gabby Carpenter
Best Supporting Actor Joseph Cartwright
Best Actress Leslie Tate
Best Actor James Monreal
Best Camera Work Dead Dreams
Best Cinematography A-Phon-Ic
Best Director Behind Closed Doors
Best Overall Film Love, D
Dead Dreams – Chelsie Varhalla, Shylo Ray, and Danielle Stone
A-Phon-Ic – Deborah Meece, Laurens Kaltenbach, Michelle Grote, Kristin Young, Chelsey Lansford-Brenner, and Katherine Pareso
I Love You Too Much To Eat You, Dear – Taylor Tullio, Paige Smith, Nathan Davison, and Taylor Jones
Wedding Bells – Shelly Spencer, Kayla Harrison, and Joseph Cartwright
Movie Making Is Hard! – Alix Anderson, Gabby Carpenter, Seleska Gill, and Justin Grant (with help from Dylan Kinnibrugh and Austin Bednorz)
A Sister’s Justice – Vanessa Adragna and Taylor Harden
Rouse High School – Kayleigh Hanna, Kalena Hendricks, Stephanie Bilderback, Danielle Guilhas, and Andrea Garzonie
Behind Closed Doors – James Monreal, Sarah Brown, Karina Adams, Erika Kelley, and Payton Green
The Adventures of Captain Snugglesworth and Interstellar Koala in Z Day – Victoria Allen, Jessica Messer, Joe Quaschnick, and Katy Awbrey
Love, D – Leslie Tate, Beth Hunter, Adryelle Villamizar, and Kiana Labrador
