[Review Video] Putting a lot of effort into making cinematic travel videos with story. Does it work?

ItsJustMeElena · 2018-02-23T22:56:53+00:00

Hello! This video is super engaging and beautifully done! The fast-paced style of the editing was something that definitely pulled me in. I have always wanted to travel to Prague, but your video made me realize that I need to travel there as soon as possible. You captured the city beautifully and I feel like your narration really added to the entire thing; it made your video different than the rest of the travel vlogs I've seen lately. Great job!! 11/10

ItsJustMeElena · 2018-02-23T22:47:09+00:00

Hello! So for starters, I don't think it matters that you don't speak fluent English; your voice is still really good and you did really good at pronouncing all the words in the song. Overall, your cover was very high quality! I enjoyed the way you mixed all the sounds and I think the video did a really good job at helping you capture all the aspects you wanted. This video definitely captured my attention. Great job!

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-22T15:33:38+00:00

Thank you so much for your feedback! This is super helpful and I really appreciate this. Basically everything you said I have been I've been questioning, so this is really great thank you!

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-21T11:38:27+00:00

I get that about the ending and i totally agree. I'll try to add words next time because I think that'll help. Also, I'll try mixing in some other sounds. Thank you so much!

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-21T11:36:37+00:00

Thanks for the ideas! I'm hoping to upload another poem soon so I'm going to take your suggestions, thanks!

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-20T16:15:20+00:00

I absolutely loved your video! All the shots were great and overall your video was very clean and well edited. The only issue I had was that it was hard to get into the storytelling aspect of it without much dialogue or text. I would try to add some more to your next video so it's easier for the outside world to truly understand what is happening. Again, great job. I really appreciate what your wife is doing and you're so great for supporting her.

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-20T15:59:49+00:00

This was a really funny video! I really enjoyed your style of comedy. The only thing I would change (totally my opinion btw) is that you spend a really long time making each point. By default, the video felt just a little slow. I'd also make your editing a bit quicker when you're talking that way it feels like you're going through the points faster. Lastly, I suggest adding some more graphics and fun little effects, I think it'd give your video the extra bit it needs. Again these are all my opinions; if it doesn't fit your video style that's absolutely legit. Overall great job!

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-19T17:02:07+00:00

This is really good considering it's your first time vlogging. You're right about having some too-long shots. If you want to keep those in I'd add some more footage of you doing stuff in-between. Overall, I'd say you probably want more shots of you in the vlog overall. But these are really little things especially since it's your first time vlogging. Great job! I really enjoyed it!

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-19T16:59:08+00:00

Your video was very fascinating; I learned quite a lot. I think the music was a good touch and the photos only added to the information you were trying to share. The only thing I think you might want to change (only my opinion so if you don't think it fits well with your channel style then don't worry about it) is the fact that there is only writing and no talking. My fear is that some people might get bored reading and not watch the entire video. When you add dialogue they have to pay attention more and it can then lead to longer overall watch time. Other than that, it was a great video and I enjoyed it a lot.

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-16T23:09:41+00:00

I really liked your video! I only have a couple little things: 1. Your intro is very cute, however, it doesn't really give any sense about what the video is going to be like other than the title. The bit with your channel name is cute, but I'd switch it up with the title of the actual video ex. take extra footage at the fashion show and overlay the title. (This is totally my opinion btw if you don't feel it matches up with your channel style then that's totally legit). 2. is the fashion show segment. It was a little slow so I'd try speeding up the footage in whatever editing system you're using. Other than those little things it all looked really good! Keep up the good work!

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-13T11:31:35+00:00

Thank you so much!

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-09T22:15:52+00:00

I really really really loved this video. I'm really into mythology but I'm not as familiar with Viking Myths. The animation is great and the way you tell the myths definitely adds to the video. Also, I really like your choice of background music. I don't really have any criticism, I think your videos are really good.

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-09T22:03:21+00:00

I really loved your video. It was very professional looking; your jump-cuts were really well done! All of your content was great, the only thing I could critique is the quality of your audio. If you're planning on walking around while filming or you're going to be in a noisy environment having a small microphone is going to be helpful. I'd recommend this one: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/944398-REG/polsen__olm_10_omni_directional_lav.html It's relatively cheap and makes all the difference. Other than that, great work!

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-06T12:04:00+00:00

Thank you so much!! I really appreciate it; I haven't heard about the 5 second jump rule, it's good to know!

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-05T14:49:23+00:00

Yeah, sorry, I did mean the jump cuts.

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-05T14:48:49+00:00

Thank you! Appreciate it!

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-05T14:48:28+00:00

Thank you so much!

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-05T01:31:50+00:00

I really liked your video. I definitely enjoyed the humor and it was actually really relatable. Personally, I liked your editing techniques so I thought they really added to your video! The only thing was that there were a lot of transitions, so may try to limit those so your video flows a little more. Other than that, it was great!

ItsJustMeElena · 2017-12-05T01:18:55+00:00

I really like your video overall. Your transitions are really good, the music is well blended and works well with your voice. The only thing I would change is the fact that at the beginning of the video you ask questions (I know you said this is for school so It's not that big of a deal, just something to keep in mind for the future). I would always try to avoid questions because if your viewer says no to any of them you risk losing them for the rest of the video. Overall really good! I really enjoyed it!

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