Hi Miss Dzeelfa...
The entire process of making this video will always stay in my mind. It was the best-est and most memorable video that i have ever taken part in my 3 years here in UPM. We started shooting on a Saturday evening at about 6pm. It was quite late because I went out to meet my dad and i came back to UPM after that. So Peisha and Khayma waited for me. Not only that, Peisha had prepared the script,the clothes and accessories for all of us so that we can all look like Hip-Hop queens. Khayma had to find sunglasses for me because we were short of 1 pair..
Nisah and Faizah wanted to help with the video making... So Nisah took the video while Faizah held our script for us.. The entire process took 2 hours and thank God it was just in time. We managed to get it done by 8 and at that time i was already so dark... Not forgetting those mosquitoes.. We had many scenes whereby we had to redo it.. This is because the script was so funny that we keep wanting to laugh... We couldn't control ourselves.. Peisha laughed the most during her rapping part.. Haha..But the whole thing was fun as we really enjoyed ourselves filming it compared to the first video.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you Miss Dzeelfa. This class with you is an eye opener. Having you as our lecturer was a truly blessed experience..
Sunday, June 3, 2012
(9) Hip hop video production vs original Macbeth video
Hi Miss Dzeelfa
The first video we did was tough compared to the second video. Using old English was quite tough on me since i was the 'actress'.. Pronouncing those words took some time as i need to make sure it is right. Besides, it was quite taxing on us 'the Hats' as we were quite stressed while taking the video. It was an experience doing it but we persevered with it. We couldn't really relate to the emotions portrayed using Old English.
However, on the second video we really had fun doing it. As you have divided us into 2 groups, i was with Peisha and Khayma for the hip hop video. It was so funny especially when Peisha showed me script. It was much easier. The script is so interesting and it definitely connects with me as i had fun saying it. I prefer the second video more than the first one because even after watching it more than 20 times, i still laugh because it's so funny.
In conclusion, we still have you to thank because this video is like the finale for our course and time together apart from the final material presentation that we did on our last Friday class. I had fun watching all the videos that my friends showed in the class and i couldn't stop laughing. Thank you for the experience Miss Dzeelfa..
(13) Sayonara
Assalamualaikum and Hi Miss Dzeelfa!
And hello people! (Yes, you!)
I guess this is my last post. And yeah, it always hard to say good bye. Isn’t it?
As known, we started this course with Alicia, and it is such a big relieve. Maybe because we already known her for about 2 years (she used to be our tutor)
And then, she announced that MISS DZEELFA will take over her place and she will teach us this subject for the whole semester. Honestly, it is not a really good news for me at that time. I’m afraid that you are one of the ‘not so like’-type of lecturer. Errr sorry Miss Dzeelfa!
And situation become more complicated and worst, when the first time you enter our class. You did give us a really specific explanation on what to expect in your class, and you did mention about our role in class. It is really specific, full of objective, clear, and as far as I concern, after being a TESL-ian for almost 3 years, there are no other lecturers who present their objective in slides! Most of them were just explain it verbally (correct me if I am wrong). But you did that and it freaks me out! fuuuhhhh fuhhhhhh =_____='
BUT...
BUT...
As time flies…
You did prove to us that you are not one of the ‘not so like’-type of lecturer. In fact, you are one of the ‘most likeable’ lecturers! You handled the class very well! And the most important thing, there is no term as ‘boring’ in your class. You know how to attract our attention, and the best part is; the assignments! It is not in the typical ways of assignments-writing,reports,etc. It is really enjoyable! Thank you! :) and and and ...Errr are you mad if I said that you reminds me of Dr Jayakaran a/l Mukundan? No! No! not because both of you look alike! Obviously! (LOL LOL)!, but in term of the way you guys conduct the class, design of the assignments, and the way you guys catch our attention! Thank you.
Last but not least, thank you for brings Macbeth into my life. (haha)
Thank you for being a great lecturer!
Thank you for helps us a lot!
Thank you for being patient with us!
Thank you for everything!
Thank you so much!
Thank you! :)
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Truly,
Nur Hanisah Safian (152604)(11) Last But Not Least
Okay... How did I sync the song with the rap?
1) First, I wrote a few lines that rhyme. Just to get the gist in.
2) Then, I search for the right hip-hop drum instrumental that fits the lines I wrote.
3) I found a few instrumentals that were good, so I tried rapping my lines to the song.
4) Found the perfect one, so I continued writing to suit the tempo of the song.
5) Then I recorded myself doing the entire rap along with the drum instrumentals.
6) Then I memorized the tempo.
7) While shooting the video, there were no music, all I had were just my rap lyrics.
8) I had to remember the tempo as I was rapping.
9) During the video editing, I just made sure that I insert the song at the right point so that it syncs with my rap.
10) That is how it is done :D
I actually enjoyed both the videos. Of course we can't deny that the one done in old English was tough. But I find it equally laughable. It was just different, and fun in their own ways. I personally enjoyed both because I think both videos highlight different aspects. The language, the setting, the mood, the tone, the expectations, all and all they were just a load of fun to watch and do. It is definitely a great idea to get the next batch of this course to do as we did. It is really a lot of fun, plus, I had fun learning Macbeth this way. And it is definitely wayyyyy faster learning through the production of videos.
In a coconut shell, it was all goooooood~ *Happy Wappy*
Thank you Ms Dzeelfa :)
1) First, I wrote a few lines that rhyme. Just to get the gist in.
2) Then, I search for the right hip-hop drum instrumental that fits the lines I wrote.
3) I found a few instrumentals that were good, so I tried rapping my lines to the song.
4) Found the perfect one, so I continued writing to suit the tempo of the song.
5) Then I recorded myself doing the entire rap along with the drum instrumentals.
6) Then I memorized the tempo.
7) While shooting the video, there were no music, all I had were just my rap lyrics.
8) I had to remember the tempo as I was rapping.
9) During the video editing, I just made sure that I insert the song at the right point so that it syncs with my rap.
10) That is how it is done :D
I actually enjoyed both the videos. Of course we can't deny that the one done in old English was tough. But I find it equally laughable. It was just different, and fun in their own ways. I personally enjoyed both because I think both videos highlight different aspects. The language, the setting, the mood, the tone, the expectations, all and all they were just a load of fun to watch and do. It is definitely a great idea to get the next batch of this course to do as we did. It is really a lot of fun, plus, I had fun learning Macbeth this way. And it is definitely wayyyyy faster learning through the production of videos.
In a coconut shell, it was all goooooood~ *Happy Wappy*
Thank you Ms Dzeelfa :)
(12) Macbeth VS Meqbeh
Assalamualaikum and Hi Miss Dzeelfa! ;)
Phewww... the moment I write type this entry, I just got back from my grandma’s house. Thank god I managed to come back to Upm before midnight! Hehe
Your question:
The
My answer:
My answer:
YEAH! There are huge differences in making the first and second video! Obvilusly!
so, here it goes!
VIDEO 1 VS VIDEO 2!!!
The first video: (MACBETH)
Ehem, Ehem,honestly, I don’t really understand our script, and not only that, I also had a hard time to digest the meaning of the script! We need to retake some of the scenes because the usage of old English. I still remember the part where the actors said the line and we were like…(emmmm what is she/he means?) And because of that, we need to refer to the only literature lover in the group. Khaymalatha Balakrishnan it is! :) Oh ya, in the first video, I am not really understand the storyline of itself! Tskk.Tskk T___T (Pathetic!) At that time, I need to ask Khayma to actually explain to me which scene we are working on and the reason why the scene is important! As the result, while we are recording our video, I can’t contribute much idea! I am half blank!
The second video: (MEQBEH)
Oh yes! This is the interesting part! I think I already told you how much I love this video at the previous entry. Didn’t I? The major different between the first and the second video is that, we know what we are talking about! And it allows us to feel the characters more. In fact, in the second video, all the group members had wonderful ideas on how to enhance the scenes, improve the acting (facial expression, movement) to make it as real as possible. In my opinion, it is because most of us know what we are working on, and we have a better understanding about the story. And of course, the language used which is the northen dialect make it lot easier! :D In the second video, we also need to retake quite a number of scenes, why? Because we can’t hold the laughter! It is so funny! HAHAHA
However, it is an interesting journey for me. From the first until the second video, from totally blur, until half blur, to quarter blur, and until now, quite clear *claps*! :P
Till then!
Thank you.
Hanisah Safian( 152604)
(11) All Hail MEQBAH!
Assalamualaikum and Hi Miss Dzeelfa!
Alhamdulillah, our video’s presentation went just fine and perfect! As usual, you always gave a very positive feedback to each of the group. It is so exciting and relieve to see the laughter from members of the floor. Feels like everything was paid off! Thank you.
And…and…and… you know what Miss Dzeelfa, I keep repeating watching the video. “MEQBEH” is just something for me. Yes, we done quite a number of videos before but Meqbeh is totally different. Special indeed! And again, thanks for the golden opportunity Miss! :’)
Geng UTAGHA :P
And you did ask us before whether we are still going to ‘be with’ Macbeth, or just close the book and don’t bother about it anymore. As for me, Yes! I will! I won’t give up on him. Oh ya! And if you still remember, after you read my persona poem, you did ask me to inform you if one day I change my opinion towards her. errr does it ring a bell?
My answer: I still hate and hate and hate and hate her! and it won’t change!(as for now) ;P
And…
Sorry Sammy!
Why Sammy?
Because she mad at me!
Why she mad at me?
You wondering huh?
Because the fact that I hate her beloved Lady Macbeth! HAHAHAHAHAHA ;D
(True story)
That‘s all for now. Thank you!
Hanisah Safian (152604)
(13) Faizahaishah and Shakespeare...no joke...:)
# I should find this T-shirt
Yaaa..I love Shakespeare's works.That's what I mean...HAHAHAHA....
Is this considered as the last post??Warghhhhhh…so sad, I loved this
blog. Okay…no need to be melodramatic faizah….yes and yes, I truly loved this
blog and all post in it. You know…this LAST post basically is my reflection on
what I’ve learned and post.yaaa...about the title, i have no idea what to named this post but i wanted to relate it with Shakespeare as a tribute....HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
I re-read all of my previous post. From the first time I post until
today post. You know..I compare my first post with the latest post. I’m shocked.
I saw a different perspective from my own thoughts. I’m shocked to see, how I
develop from my first post until this moment.
The first post, I can see how clueless I am about Macbeth. How
frustrated I am when you assigned us to read the original text. I’ve never
thought I will read Macbeth till the last page. I also think I might screw up
because I thought Macbeth is really tough…silly me, right? I think…just because
of Macbeth is in old English, I started to demotivated to read it…I start this
post with none…zero knowledge about Macbeth. Remember you give us the pre-test
about Macbeth? I don’t know what I read, and I have no idea what I’ve answer in
that test. Then I read my second and the next post, how I develop in reading
Macbeth. From zero knowledge….Until today, not that I mastering Macbeth but I
can say that I have an input about Macbeth. So, now…no one can lie to me about
Macbeth..HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH….
Now, I’ve come to the last post. Not to brag about myself but…I glad to
realize that I’ve develop in knowing Macbeth. I start this semester without any
information about Macbeth, but today I know Macbeth..but I’ll never stop from
knowing Macbeth. If before this, I’ve never intended to read Shakespeare old
English works but today..I’ve finish Macbeth and I’m proud of myself. Now, I am
looking forward to read his other works. Remember my post how I looking forward
to read Twelfth night and Midsummer Night’s Dream? I’ve started reading it.
Yaa..one thing, it is about Hamlet. For your information..before this I’ve
heard about Hamlet but I’ve never interested to read it. Remember when you tell
the class the gist of the story..and shown us the video. I makes my own effort
to search for it in the internet. When internet is not enough for me, I asks
Khayma about it…pity her, have to entertain my questions about Macbeth,
Sometimes I argue with her about the relevant of Hamlet’s mother married her
own brother in-law when her husband just died..hahahhahahaha....anyway thanks a lot to Khayma, cause she willing to share what she knows. You can asks her
to know, how am I excited to talks about it when before this, I don’t give a damn
at all about it. I tell you this because I want to share with you, how I develop
my interest towards all these.
If before this, I know nothing about Macbeth and hate Shakespeare old English
works….but today, I change my mind…I’ve heard and know more than that.
Thank you for giving me this opportunity…Insyallah, I’ll never stop what
we’ve started.
p/s:do we have to close this blog after this semester end?? i really love this this blog....*just wondering*
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