UWOL29 - The Frozen North by Finn Yarbrough
I am starting this thread for Finn, since he is away and I don't know when he will be back.
Watch his film, and in true UWOL spirit, give him your feedback. Finn, when you see this, maybe you could describe your film. Hope you don't mind me posting on your behalf. |
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Finn,
First of all, welcome to the UWOL family! The blowing snow, the wind noise, the blue'ish color cast... It all reminds me of some of the ski trips I have made in similar weather conditions. First I thought you were far out in the wilderness, and then suddenly you revealed how close to the road you were. Really cool! Thank you for sharing, and I hope to see more films from you in the future challenges. Stay with us! |
Re: UWOL29 - The Frozen North by Finn Yarbrough
Howdy, Finn. Welcome to UWOL! I watched this one first and I’m glad I did because it left me with a big smile. The composition of the snow drift “mountain” is excellent and the timing of the big reveal is perfect. Under tough conditions you really made lemons into lemonade. Gingelamigia nod8tlokad. Hope to see more soon.
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Re: UWOL29 - The Frozen North by Finn Yarbrough
Here is my synopsis:
"Trekking high in the frozen northern Kwajimiwi, I pit myself against the failing light and deadly cold. A true testament to the terrible beauty that perches on the threshold between life and death. An allegory for the journey that all must make, no matter how we rage against the dying of the light." Thanks, Trond, for helping me post this submission! |
Re: UWOL29 - The Frozen North by Finn Yarbrough
Hi Finn,
I add my welcome! I enjoyed the story . the opening was epic! - I would have liked the VO to continue, instead of the titles, but it is a very well executed film! |
Re: UWOL29 - The Frozen North by Finn Yarbrough
Hi Finn my welcome also.
Well you had me until the end, well done! Gordon |
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Next time I won't hold back, I promise. |
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Hi Finn,
Interesting journey, very concise. Epic shots, well done. Mick |
Re: UWOL29 - The Frozen North by Finn Yarbrough
Thank you, everyone, for your comments and the welcome. If you're curious, the Abenaki Wisdom at the beginning translates roughly to: "Outside in Wintertime: It is important to remember to wear a coat, a hat, gloves, and of course, warm winter boots."
"The Kwajimiwi" means "the outdoors." |
Re: UWOL29 - The Frozen North by Finn Yarbrough
Now he tells us- after I spent two hours with the Abenaki dictionary! My own Abenaki phrase was meant to be “I much enjoyed your work, storyteller.” (-but I probably got that wrong too!) ;)
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Your entry is very well executed Finn. The sound makes this film.
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And then, of course, there was the color grade, because I really shot it in the morning. Thanks for the Sound compliment, Marj. I did spend a while timing it to go with the picture and layering it to seem more immersive. |
Re: UWOL29 - The Frozen North by Finn Yarbrough
Hi Finn and welcome to Uwol.
Great approach to theme, and exciting too :) Sound is often underestimated in movies. Your film is a good example of how sound can play the lead role. All the best and thanks for sharing. |
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