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Title: The Rise of Amateur Filmography: An Analysis of Popular Videos and their Impact on the Digital Landscape

  1. Short films: Create a short narrative film using fiction or non-fiction storytelling.
  2. Documentaries: Explore a topic, issue, or theme and create a documentary-style film.
  3. Music videos: Create a music video for a song you love, or for an original composition.
  4. Experimental films: Push the boundaries of storytelling and filmmaking techniques.
  5. Found footage: Create a film using existing footage, such as home movies or public domain footage.

Types of Popular Amateur Videos

1923 – The Turning Point: Eastman Kodak and Pathé released 16mm and 9.5mm film, respectively, designed for home use.

Amateur creators often move faster than studios, capturing cultural moments, protests, or trends as they happen. 2. How Amateur Film Redefines Popular Videos