The council-run project, called ‘One Shot at a Time’, urges locals to use video cameras or phones to document in real-time their individual journey through the pandemic, an account that will later become part of the community's story.
Launched on September 14, the community-based activity provides a particular theme each day for a month, and participants are asked to submit a 5-30 second film clip that corresponds with the theme.
When the lockdown is over, a director and cinematographer with 20 years of experience working in television, film and video content, David Franjic, will set about compiling all submissions for inclusion in a special film for the community.
Franjic said the top priority for all films should be voice and style, and not what type of equipment is used to shoot it. He added:
“I think honesty and authenticity is what we are most looking for in the videos - so be expressive, open and curious and the rest should follow.”
The screening of films such as this, which hold great community interest, are often the focus of local flyer printing campaigns to raise awareness.
Daily topics range from ‘A Memory From Lockdown’ and ‘Room with a View’ to ‘A Self-Portrait’ and ‘A Human Moment’. The project will conclude on October 12.