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Introductory Note<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Greetings, my name is Benjamin Cornell and I\u2019ve been studying Film for these past two years.  Through Freestyle Academy, I have cultivated my artistic talents and passions for editing, storytelling, cinematography, drawing, graphic design, and animation. Recently, I even got the chance to dabble with guitar.  Although the program is amazing and keeps me busy, I have a plethora of other hobbies such as chess, reading, and hanging with friends. I\u2019m all about learning something new every day, and I\u2019m excited to share a few of my favorite film projects!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I believe that these films effectively display my growth and passion for the medium.  The first is my most prized film, When Life Gives You Lemonade.  It is a short narrative about two highschool boys trying to get into a party at all costs.  I worked with a friend, Tyler Buhr, and together we wrote a twelve page screenplay, constructed a shot list, casted, filmed, and edited just between the two of us!  On set, we shared the role of director while he operated the boom mic and I executed the cinematography. During my Junior year, I made my first narrative film, Contraband,  about a student who starts an underground business where he produces and sells parking passes.  I had a lot of struggles with production, but, as a result of working mostly solo, I am extremely proud of what I was able to produce.  Finally, I have included a twilight-zone inspired film that I made with a buddy, Max Baler, for my Senior \u201cZenith\u201d project. While this isn\u2019t my favorite film, it shows my attempt at departing from the comedy genre, and I think it exhibits a heightened level of polish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I would appreciate feedback on the way I tell stories.  By this I mean the story itself, but also the way my editing, cinematography, and pre-production could be improved to more effectively tell my story.  Any other feedback is welcome too, of course (feel free to roast me!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next year I am going to study philosophy and entrepreneurship at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.  I hope to continue making films, whether it be freelance work or personal projects, but at the very least I\u2019ll continue telling stories and playing with art!
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Benjamin Cornell<\/p>\n\n\n\n

bencornell44@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

(650) 421 – 5868
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