VC2 Top Contenders US | July 02, 2007 | 32 comments

Daughter of Cancer

hisStoryFilms
This is a personal documentary I made for a class assignment. It focuses on dealing with my mom's diagnois with breast cancer a few months ago and how things are now.
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  • shirma3
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      shirma3  

    • It's heart warming that you're able to share such a personal piece with the rest of the world. We pray that your mom makes a full recovery. She must get great comfort knowing she has wonderful daughte like yourself.

    • 2 years ago
  • MrsK
  • cbritain
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      cbritain  

    • This video was very impressive. The emotional story telling was powerful, and I like how this really was an independent endeavor; the self reflection ended up being really empowering. I also liked how we saw a lot of depth to this issue: it wasn't just about how it was hard when your mother was diagnosed, but it was about having to deal with the usual mother-daughter conflicts that exist amongst it all, and in the end seeing the strength that endured in a single mother as she's battling cancer. I especially liked the organization of the story, how we hear everything told by you and then, all of a sudden, we see/hear your mother and get to observe how sweet and chipper she is afterall; we're allowed as the viewer to experience that very strength for just a few seconds. Even the photography was impressive! Very effective film making, great job.

    • 4 years ago
  • islek
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      islek  

    • Thanks for sharing your story. I, too, went through the turmoil of discovering my mother had cancer back in July. Nothing else quite knocks the wind out of you. Your mom has such an aura of optimism, which is evident in her lovely smile. That's really what did it for me in this piece. I have faith that she will successfuly battle this thing. My mom was fortunate to be declared cancer-free after two operations. I wish you the best. Feel free to check out my pods if you get a chance. One is a portrait of my sister, another of my great aunt.

    • 4 years ago
  • santacruzsurf
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      santacruzsurf [removed]  

    • Loved your video. Do you know about the Vespa Go Green Video Challenge ?

      link

      Submit a video about the economic and environmental benefits of scootering (save gas, reduce carbon emissions, reduce traffic congestion, etc.) and win a Vespa or other cool prizes. You should enter.

    • 4 years ago
  • DeanHamer
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  • jennadorn
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      jennadorn  

    • thank you so much for your feedback on more than one of my videos. i think you should make more pods. i know this one was very personal. it was well done and you should consider making another one. i think you've got an honest voice and personal style that captivated my attention.

    • 4 years ago
  • jennadorn
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      jennadorn  

    • There's a trend lately of thinking I GL'd pods and learning that I didn't. :) Anyway, better late than never! I like the personal tone and storytelling, and the pacing is nice. The photographs featured are all really good too. Well done. GL!
      My pod has finally cracked the top 10. I would greatly appreciate feedback.

    • 4 years ago
  • bsundancer
  • SamuraiDave
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  • DavidGeorge
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  • Kwarner
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      Kwarner  

    • I would like to personally thank you for sharing your story on Current with the rest of us. I loved the simple production because you kept it to what matters most = the personal story. Nice smooth editing and small audio, great job and thanks again = GL!

      You really don't need to, but if you want ; Susan’s story, thanks.

    • 4 years ago
  • hfgirl05
  • DonQ
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      DonQ  

    • Thank you for sharing... I Greenlit this. We all go through these moments by our own personal issues ... The video was a moving anecdote. Greenlight, hisStory. Please, take just a moment to return your review on my own CAN ART video. I would personally love your consent for TV. It's not as moving, but I hope it encourages movement.

    • 4 years ago
  • Crank_Design
  • tharvey
  • amaliaterrazas
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      amaliaterrazas  

    • i think the mention of your relationship with your father helps build the case for the piece, and how you feel about your mother - and that she is your everything...well done...hope your mom is doing well...GL

    • 4 years ago
  • simsplicity1971
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  • Print_and_Visual
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      Print_and_Visual  

    • Well made pod, but it didn't take me anywhere. At the end of it all i know that i didn't before was that your mom was diagnosed with cancer, and you're not that fond of your father. I think the emotional journey needs to be explored a bit more.

    • 4 years ago
  • chrispmonkey
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      chrispmonkey  

    • Really cool, great footage and effects throughout the pod. Green Light.
      --------------------------------------------------------------------
      If you have time could you check out my VC2 ad for L'Oreal, its called "Old to Young" please give me suggestions on making it better and please give it a GL. Thanks.

    • 4 years ago
  • direrctrigger
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  • kDrew_Productions
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      kDrew_Productions  

    • This was very well shot, as stated below, great use of b-roll and really well put together.

      You get my GL.

      Please take a moment to check out my latest POD, BIG MEDIA fails again and feel free to give it a GL if you like it.

      Thanks.

    • 4 years ago
  • jensenjw
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      jensenjw  

    • Touching story, which deserves the Greenlight. Excellent use of b-roll/photos to cover the interview...

      Check out Give Em Belle! sometime. It's about politics BUT it's entertaining... ;)

    • 4 years ago
  • One2three7
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      One2three7  

    • very nice pod and very well produced, it is clear that you have film production skills Nicely done
      GREENLIGHT

      please check out my pod " a window to my world" about my life with an inborn genetic disorder

    • 4 years ago
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