Trailer Process
I decided that it was time to create trailers for both films and also put out a few clips that would draw viewers in and get them to ask questions. I’d put a clip of Charise on YouTube just to let people know this film existed and I’m finding that people are starting to ask questions. This is wonderful!
It made me think of more ways these films can be of value to people and families. It also made me think of how I can present these films in many different settings and about the work I could do to prepare documentation and other learning aids to go with them.
I originally decided I wasn’t going to do trailers right away but changed my mind. It’s always a good idea to just make them right away and have them floating about for some time. I also find that they help me clear up any doubts or uncertainty I might have about what the films are really about.
Right now I’m going through the first trim of “Our Side of Joy” and it’s currently seven hours long. As I go through it, I’m seeing so many “lessons” and subjects I can address with this film. I also realize that this film is extremely valuable to our society and it doesn’t include a negative angle to be valuable. I’m happy that I was able to shoot a film that didn’t need to have a “problem” to make it interesting or of value.
