Write me a paragraph reviewing Girl Walk All Day, andtalk a bit about what challenges the filmmakers may have encountered in their guerrilla filmmaking.
I really enjoyed "Girl Walk All Day" and their approach to guerrilla filmmaking. This film used dancing to create a story through the streets of New York. They weren't limited to space and did not limit their creativity. By that I mean all of their actions and dances were original and seemed unplanned. That's very encouraging for me to see because it gives a sense of no censorship which limits many films in the industry now and days in some cases. Some challenges they may have faced is being kicked out of places due to not having permission, or people not wanting to be on film so they were aggressive or made them stop filming. The filmmakers had to risk ridicule with their dancing, and even faced being arrested for trespassing somewhere.
"Girl Walk All Day" was an interesting exercise in wordless storytelling and guerrilla filmmaking. Though the narrative itself was by and large confusing, erratic and at times thematically inconsistent, the sheer spectacle of the project as well as the impressive continuous remixed soundtrack made the whole experience a simple joy to watch. But as a film student, I also found myself astounded by how much was able to be accomplished through this guerrilla filmmaking style. Certainly, New York is an appropriate setting, as its population is so frequently busy and joyless that already street performers frolic throughout. One can certainly justify the public dancing as such, with a few nerve-wracking exceptions where I feel they overstepped the boundaries of personal space. But the filming of the scenes themselves were utterly confounding. How could you even possibly shoot a single shot of a person dancing without anyone noticing? Especially with a lens that allowed an image so unfettered and crisp as was consistent in the film. Especially when one considers how much of these actions had to be done in sync with the music. My only course of reason is that the New York populace cares so little of public outbursts that they wouldn't have bothered to notice if someone were secretly trying to film it anyway.
The "Girl Walk All Day" series was really interesting in that all of the interactions between the main characters were through dance and movement as opposed to spoken words. Also, I what found interesting about their guerrilla filmmaking was that because the actors were just dancing and there was music playing over the videos meaning that they didn't have to go though the trouble of getting perfect audio in the noisy city. Some challenges they might have faced using guerrilla filmmaking might have been that they were kicked out of some areas because they didn't have permission to be there and they could have been approached by the authorities for causing a public disturbance. Also, some people and establishments could have not wanted to be filmed and may have threatened or acted negatively to those filming.
To me, "Girl Walk All Day" was most commendable for its bravery. the entire time I watched the video I was thinking to myself "I could ever do that.". the way the girl let loose, dancing in what seemed to be a random expression of whatever she felt in that moment. It must have been at least slightly uncomfortable at times, for her and the cameraman. Which was probably one of the difficulties they encountered when filming. Although its NYC where weird things happen on every corner apparently, they must have been judged by the people around them. Which is expected of course, especially when chasing people while dancing expressively, however it still must have been awkward. Although it was potentially a very nerve wracking experience to film it was very interesting to watch.
"Girl Walk All Day" is a unique and unorthodox film that is not only interesting but also uncomfortable to watch. The fascinating technique of guerrilla filming glued my attention onto the screen. The random and almost nonexistent narrative added on to the excitement of the movement in this film. There were three types of movement portrayed in this film, whether that be the movement of the dancing girl, the movement of the people going about the every day lives, or the movement of the camera. The collaboration of all of these movements created a fun and interesting spectacle for the viewer. The wild and erratic dancing of the girl in the streets of New York City felt exciting and fun to witness on screen. However at times it also felt uncomfortable to watch as she got up close and personal with very many people. I think the Music choices were perfectly picked in order to match the mood of the film and the dancing. The music made the film easier to watch and added an element of fascination for the viewer. I think one of the difficulties the filmmakers might have faced was that people might have noticed they were being secretly filmed and felt uncomfortable and confronted the filmmakers. Another difficulty they might have faced was not having enough space to partake in all the expressive dancing in the crowded streets of New York City.
"Girl Walk All Day" is a fascinating exploration of unspoken communication and guerrilla filmmaking, which was executed with great success. Released in twelve parts, "Girl Walk" begins as a simple exposition of "the girl" dancing throughout New York City, but develops to convey more complex themes throughout the twelve parts, all while maintaining flawless choreography and not uttering a single word. This is even more remarkable when considering that the entirety of this project was filmed on the streets of New York City: filming in this manner is difficult to execute effectively, and it is even more difficult to create a plot using the passersby in New York City. "Girl Walk" does just that, however: in the last third of the project, the detachment of the pedestrians in New York creates a feeling of loneliness within "the girl", trying desperately and failing to get people walking by to dance with her. This is resolved in the last installment of "Girl Walk", in which a group of people (including all characters that were introduced in the first eleven parts) dance together as night falls on the city. "Girl Walk" is a surprisingly cohesive project that uses New York City first as a backdrop, then as a plot device, all unbeknownst to the thousands of people that were captured on camera during shooting.
I thought Girl Walk All Day was so innovative. I've never heard of guerrilla filming before, but I admire their courage and boldness it must have taken to shoot this series. I went and finished the rest of the series, and I just loved how they blended music together so seamlessly. Plus, the unique dancing styles and mini-dramas between each of the main characters was always enjoyable to watch. Overall, I think the series was entertaining in how it gave me a glimpse into the different parts of New York City I don't normally get to see, and even add more depth to the parts I've already seen. Definitely my favorite moment was the subway dance party in Chapter 7.
I have to wonder just how they got other people to partake in their film, whether it was impromptu or planned previously. It must have been a challenge to coordinate all those groups of people who played mini-roles in the series, like during Chapter 11 where a string of people "pass" off the dancing to each other, or in Chapter 12 where those people are literally dancing as a mob from daylight to nighttime. They definitely had to deal with people who didn’t want to be filmed, and getting kicked out of places like the sports stadium must have been a big hole in their plans. Also, just being that open and unafraid of what people might think to see you dancing with a signboard, like in Chapter 10, or having a face-off with your friend in the streets Chapter 7, must have been a challenge at first. (Of course, knowing the general atmosphere of NYC, it must have been easier than pulling something like this in, say, Buffalo.) I really admire that they managed to deal with all that and still produce amazing shots and bonding moments over dance.
I thought that Girl Walk All Day was a very interesting film. It was special as it had less of a scripted feel in comparison to films that weren’t shot guerilla style and as a result, the film was very fun to watch but at the same time it was very bold. Filming in so many different locations with so many different people always kept the film feeling fresh. This film looks like something that anyone can make if they picked up a camera but at the same time it was executed extremely well. Some of the problems that the filmmakers may have run into are being kicked out of locations, people not wanting to be filmed, people ruining shots, and not having enough room to properly film in crowded NYC areas.
Watching "Girl Walk All Day" was a fascinating experience. Having never seen guerrilla filmmaking before, I was intrigued with the raw, unscripted feel. This was somewhat jarring at first, but as I became more invested in the loose storyline, I grew more comfortable with this new style. The indie feel of the film is inspiring and made me feel like I too could make something amazing all by myself. I admire the filmmakers boldness and dedication, filming without permission in the most densely populated areas in North America. The secondhand embarrassment for the actors alone was almost too much to watch, not to mention the likelihood shots constantly being ruined by pedestrians and getting kicked out of locations.
I wasn’t really aware of guerrilla filmmaking until I was exposed to the “Girl Walk All Day” series. I found it to be interesting and I truly admire what can be done with such a low budget. The series gave off a silly attitude, specifically with the costume design, like as with the man in the skeleton onesie. The music was really the soul of the videos though, using bits and pieces of songs that the majority of people are familiar with, making it both fun and accessible. However, I found the series to be a bit too repetitive. The same dances, the same actors, the same general setting, and the same costumes made watching boring after a while. Overall, I admire the dedication and passion when it comes to guerrilla filmmaking. The people involved make themselves vulnerable, risking judgement and being fined for not obtaining film permits.
I was very impressed by Girl Walk All Day, and thought that it was an interesting introduction to guerilla filmmaking. It followed a young woman and two men dancing through the streets of New York City, showcasing the cities many neighborhoods and residents. Although this style of filmmaking can not control as many variables as a production on a film set, the free-spirited and candid nature added to the appeal of the film. Girl Walk All Day did have a loose storyline that was often confusing, but the unpredictability kept me continuously hooked throughout the film. Although the finished product was engaging, shooting the film without permits must have presented problems. It was likely difficult to film without calling too much attention to themselves and risking their production getting shut down, especially when the premise of the film involves running and dancing through the streets. However, in a place like New York City, where street performances are common, the public may not have questioned it. In addition, when you are shooting in a crowded place, it is impossible to control or predict the actions of the people in the background. I thought that the dancers’ interactions with the public were the most interesting parts of the film, but filming strangers can also result in negative interactions. Filming can also be derailed by small uncontrollable factors such as unexpected weather changes or construction. Despite the challenges that they may have faced during production, Girl Walk All Day still feels like a cohesive film that viewers can truly connect with.
I really enjoyed "Girl Walk All Day" and their approach to guerrilla filmmaking. This film used dancing to create a story through the streets of New York. They weren't limited to space and did not limit their creativity. By that I mean all of their actions and dances were original and seemed unplanned. That's very encouraging for me to see because it gives a sense of no censorship which limits many films in the industry now and days in some cases. Some challenges they may have faced is being kicked out of places due to not having permission, or people not wanting to be on film so they were aggressive or made them stop filming. The filmmakers had to risk ridicule with their dancing, and even faced being arrested for trespassing somewhere.
ReplyDelete"Girl Walk All Day" was an interesting exercise in wordless storytelling and guerrilla filmmaking. Though the narrative itself was by and large confusing, erratic and at times thematically inconsistent, the sheer spectacle of the project as well as the impressive continuous remixed soundtrack made the whole experience a simple joy to watch. But as a film student, I also found myself astounded by how much was able to be accomplished through this guerrilla filmmaking style. Certainly, New York is an appropriate setting, as its population is so frequently busy and joyless that already street performers frolic throughout. One can certainly justify the public dancing as such, with a few nerve-wracking exceptions where I feel they overstepped the boundaries of personal space. But the filming of the scenes themselves were utterly confounding. How could you even possibly shoot a single shot of a person dancing without anyone noticing? Especially with a lens that allowed an image so unfettered and crisp as was consistent in the film. Especially when one considers how much of these actions had to be done in sync with the music. My only course of reason is that the New York populace cares so little of public outbursts that they wouldn't have bothered to notice if someone were secretly trying to film it anyway.
ReplyDeleteThe "Girl Walk All Day" series was really interesting in that all of the interactions between the main characters were through dance and movement as opposed to spoken words. Also, I what found interesting about their guerrilla filmmaking was that because the actors were just dancing and there was music playing over the videos meaning that they didn't have to go though the trouble of getting perfect audio in the noisy city. Some challenges they might have faced using guerrilla filmmaking might have been that they were kicked out of some areas because they didn't have permission to be there and they could have been approached by the authorities for causing a public disturbance. Also, some people and establishments could have not wanted to be filmed and may have threatened or acted negatively to those filming.
ReplyDeleteTo me, "Girl Walk All Day" was most commendable for its bravery. the entire time I watched the video I was thinking to myself "I could ever do that.". the way the girl let loose, dancing in what seemed to be a random expression of whatever she felt in that moment. It must have been at least slightly uncomfortable at times, for her and the cameraman. Which was probably one of the difficulties they encountered when filming. Although its NYC where weird things happen on every corner apparently, they must have been judged by the people around them. Which is expected of course, especially when chasing people while dancing expressively, however it still must have been awkward. Although it was potentially a very nerve wracking experience to film it was very interesting to watch.
ReplyDelete"Girl Walk All Day" is a unique and unorthodox film that is not only interesting but also uncomfortable to watch. The fascinating technique of guerrilla filming glued my attention onto the screen. The random and almost nonexistent narrative added on to the excitement of the movement in this film. There were three types of movement portrayed in this film, whether that be the movement of the dancing girl, the movement of the people going about the every day lives, or the movement of the camera. The collaboration of all of these movements created a fun and interesting spectacle for the viewer. The wild and erratic dancing of the girl in the streets of New York City felt exciting and fun to witness on screen. However at times it also felt uncomfortable to watch as she got up close and personal with very many people. I think the Music choices were perfectly picked in order to match the mood of the film and the dancing. The music made the film easier to watch and added an element of fascination for the viewer. I think one of the difficulties the filmmakers might have faced was that people might have noticed they were being secretly filmed and felt uncomfortable and confronted the filmmakers. Another difficulty they might have faced was not having enough space to partake in all the expressive dancing in the crowded streets of New York City.
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ReplyDelete"Girl Walk All Day" is a fascinating exploration of unspoken communication and guerrilla filmmaking, which was executed with great success. Released in twelve parts, "Girl Walk" begins as a simple exposition of "the girl" dancing throughout New York City, but develops to convey more complex themes throughout the twelve parts, all while maintaining flawless choreography and not uttering a single word. This is even more remarkable when considering that the entirety of this project was filmed on the streets of New York City: filming in this manner is difficult to execute effectively, and it is even more difficult to create a plot using the passersby in New York City. "Girl Walk" does just that, however: in the last third of the project, the detachment of the pedestrians in New York creates a feeling of loneliness within "the girl", trying desperately and failing to get people walking by to dance with her. This is resolved in the last installment of "Girl Walk", in which a group of people (including all characters that were introduced in the first eleven parts) dance together as night falls on the city. "Girl Walk" is a surprisingly cohesive project that uses New York City first as a backdrop, then as a plot device, all unbeknownst to the thousands of people that were captured on camera during shooting.
DeleteI thought Girl Walk All Day was so innovative. I've never heard of guerrilla filming before, but I admire their courage and boldness it must have taken to shoot this series. I went and finished the rest of the series, and I just loved how they blended music together so seamlessly. Plus, the unique dancing styles and mini-dramas between each of the main characters was always enjoyable to watch. Overall, I think the series was entertaining in how it gave me a glimpse into the different parts of New York City I don't normally get to see, and even add more depth to the parts I've already seen. Definitely my favorite moment was the subway dance party in Chapter 7.
ReplyDeleteI have to wonder just how they got other people to partake in their film, whether it was impromptu or planned previously. It must have been a challenge to coordinate all those groups of people who played mini-roles in the series, like during Chapter 11 where a string of people "pass" off the dancing to each other, or in Chapter 12 where those people are literally dancing as a mob from daylight to nighttime. They definitely had to deal with people who didn’t want to be filmed, and getting kicked out of places like the sports stadium must have been a big hole in their plans. Also, just being that open and unafraid of what people might think to see you dancing with a signboard, like in Chapter 10, or having a face-off with your friend in the streets Chapter 7, must have been a challenge at first. (Of course, knowing the general atmosphere of NYC, it must have been easier than pulling something like this in, say, Buffalo.) I really admire that they managed to deal with all that and still produce amazing shots and bonding moments over dance.
P.S. I love how I'm always the longest post. Why do I do this to myself? *walks away smh*
DeleteI thought that Girl Walk All Day was a very interesting film. It was special as it had less of a scripted feel in comparison to films that weren’t shot guerilla style and as a result, the film was very fun to watch but at the same time it was very bold. Filming in so many different locations with so many different people always kept the film feeling fresh. This film looks like something that anyone can make if they picked up a camera but at the same time it was executed extremely well. Some of the problems that the filmmakers may have run into are being kicked out of locations, people not wanting to be filmed, people ruining shots, and not having enough room to properly film in crowded NYC areas.
ReplyDeleteWatching "Girl Walk All Day" was a fascinating experience. Having never seen guerrilla filmmaking before, I was intrigued with the raw, unscripted feel. This was somewhat jarring at first, but as I became more invested in the loose storyline, I grew more comfortable with this new style. The indie feel of the film is inspiring and made me feel like I too could make something amazing all by myself. I admire the filmmakers boldness and dedication, filming without permission in the most densely populated areas in North America. The secondhand embarrassment for the actors alone was almost too much to watch, not to mention the likelihood shots constantly being ruined by pedestrians and getting kicked out of locations.
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I wasn’t really aware of guerrilla filmmaking until I was exposed to the “Girl Walk All Day” series. I found it to be interesting and I truly admire what can be done with such a low budget. The series gave off a silly attitude, specifically with the costume design, like as with the man in the skeleton onesie. The music was really the soul of the videos though, using bits and pieces of songs that the majority of people are familiar with, making it both fun and accessible. However, I found the series to be a bit too repetitive. The same dances, the same actors, the same general setting, and the same costumes made watching boring after a while. Overall, I admire the dedication and passion when it comes to guerrilla filmmaking. The people involved make themselves vulnerable, risking judgement and being fined for not obtaining film permits.
ReplyDeleteI was very impressed by Girl Walk All Day, and thought that it was an interesting introduction to guerilla filmmaking. It followed a young woman and two men dancing through the streets of New York City, showcasing the cities many neighborhoods and residents. Although this style of filmmaking can not control as many variables as a production on a film set, the free-spirited and candid nature added to the appeal of the film. Girl Walk All Day did have a loose storyline that was often confusing, but the unpredictability kept me continuously hooked throughout the film. Although the finished product was engaging, shooting the film without permits must have presented problems. It was likely difficult to film without calling too much attention to themselves and risking their production getting shut down, especially when the premise of the film involves running and dancing through the streets. However, in a place like New York City, where street performances are common, the public may not have questioned it. In addition, when you are shooting in a crowded place, it is impossible to control or predict the actions of the people in the background. I thought that the dancers’ interactions with the public were the most interesting parts of the film, but filming strangers can also result in negative interactions. Filming can also be derailed by small uncontrollable factors such as unexpected weather changes or construction. Despite the challenges that they may have faced during production, Girl Walk All Day still feels like a cohesive film that viewers can truly connect with.
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