starting production-9/11/08

The start of filming was very successful. I managed to get the interview with my Grandma done, The long shot of her house, and a panning shot of some family photos. I also got some extra stuff filmed that could be useful to put in the documentary, like my Grandma pointing at photos of her grandchildren, which i think will add great comedy value. The interview went on for a very long time,nearly an hour and because we only had one tape, i didnt get to film any other footage that could of been useful.
Before filming are re-wrote the interview questions and planned a shot list:

Shot list

• Interview with Grandma
• Long shot of house
• Panning shot of family photos

Interview questions:

• Why do you think traditions have changedin your Greek family?
• How do you think the younger people in your Greek family see theri culture?
• What is your opinion of Greek food? (Is it important in the Greek culture?)
• How do you feel about cooking for the family?
• Do you think that the younger people in your family are aware of how to cook traditional Greek food?
• What do you think your role is within your family?
• What do you like most about being Greek?

I found that during the interview i didnt stick to these questions the whole time,other questions came naturally, that followed up anything she had mentioned in her answers.

Overall filming was a success, and i have imported the footage on the computer ready to edit.

Looking forward to the next led of filming.