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The Core Values of Journalism: Lessons in Life and Integrity As a journalism student, I’ve come to understand that the values which shape a good journalist are the same ones that define a person of character. Journalism isn’t just about crafting stories or uncovering facts; it’s about pursuing truth, staying grounded, and reflecting on what it means to live with integrity. In many ways, journalism holds up a mirror to the values we ought to embody as human beings. Journalism, as I see it, is less of a career and more of a guide to life. It teaches you to look deeply into situations, understand perspectives beyond your own, and remain grounded despite challenges. To survive in this world and the world of journalism, three qualities seem essential: common sense, flexibility, and being a good judge. These principles don’t just help you excel as a journalist; they build the foundation of a meaningful life. Common Sense: The Quiet Strength We All Need Common sense may sound like something s...

  Cinematography, often described as the art of visual storytelling, is more than just framing shots or selecting the right equipment. It is an exploration of how we perceive the world and translate that perception into frames that evoke emotions, communicate ideas, and immerse the audience in a narrative. At its core, cinematography is about perspective—the ability to see and show the world in three fundamental ways: through the subject's eyes, the object's eyes, and the audience's eyes. In this article, we will delve deeply into these three perspectives, explore their significance in storytelling, and examine their applications across various film genres. Understanding these "three eyes" will not only enhance your knowledge of cinematography but also provide you with a framework to analyze and create impactful visuals. The "Three Eyes" of Cinematography The "three eyes" of cinematography refer to three distinct perspectives that dictate how t...

Cinematography is the art of guiding the viewer’s eyes and emotions through carefully designed visual elements. Two essential components in this visual storytelling are the subject and the object. These terms go beyond simply describing people within a frame; they encompass any element, living or non-living, that occupies space and contributes to the story. What makes cinematography so fascinating is the dynamic nature of these roles. Who—or what—is the subject or object in a given frame is never fixed. The roles change depending on the composition, narrative focus, and the intentions of the director. What is a Subject in Cinematography? The subject is the main focus of the frame. It leads the audience’s attention and often carries the emotional or narrative weight of the scene. While it’s easy to assume that the subject is always a person, this is not necessarily the case.  A subject can be: A character delivering a line or making a significant movement. An inanimate object such a...

Introduction In filmmaking, everything starts with frames, the fundamental units of visual storytelling. Frames combine to form shots, shots combine into scenes, and scenes form sequences, all working together to create the complete film. The rate at which frames appear and the shape they form on the screen—the frame rate and aspect ratio—are technical choices with significant influence over how a story feels to the audience. This article will explore these concepts in depth, showing how understanding frame rates and aspect ratios allows filmmakers to shape their audience’s experience. 1. The Building Block: Frames and Frame Rates What is a Frame? A frame is a single still image in a sequence of many, and these images are shown in rapid succession to create the illusion of movement. In cinema, a frame acts as a snapshot, freezing moments of time that, when played together, become moving images that carry the story forward. Frame Rates Explained The frame rate, measured in frames per se...

  Cinema is often simplified into a battle of opposites: hero and villain, good and evil, optimism and pessimism. But a deeper exploration reveals that cinema, at its core, transcends these binaries, focusing instead on perspective. It offers us a lens to view life from different angles, to understand choices we may never make, and to feel emotions we may otherwise dismiss. Through its unique blend of narrative, visuals, and sound, cinema can shift our perceptions, offering not just entertainment but a profound commentary on humanity. The Power of Perspective Perspective in cinema goes beyond merely telling a story. It defines how the story is told and who is telling it. A filmmaker crafts a narrative that reflects their worldview, values, and emotional core, and through this, an audience steps into the minds of characters who may be vastly different from themselves. The magic of cinema is that it can convince us to empathize with a range of human experiences, from joy and hope to ...