The Washington Post December 1996
"In her new, self-produced 54-minute video tape Home Video Hits, Cardozo offers plenty of hints to help videographers produce compelling family histories, travelogues, greetings, tributes and even "movie shorts," none of it demanding any technical ability, training or fancy equipment....The tape also includes a booklet suggesting story ideas for various situations, such as ball games, birthdays, Thanksgiving, first days of school. This is exactly the sort of booklet manufacturers should include with their camcorders--but never do."
Product Description
An entertaining, instructional video and booklet for beginning and experienced home videomakers of all ages. Introduces a step-by-step method that guarantees improvement by turning boring home videos into personal stories that a re entertaining, memorable and fun to watch!
Content is relevant for users of all types of camcorders, old stand-bys as well as the latest digital models.
Includes imaginative examples of home videos about family gatherings, holidays, children, vacations, sports and pets.
Shows how to use a camcorder properly for creative storytelling, effective panning and zooming, dynamic camera angles, good sound using on-camera or external microphones.
Suggests other practical uses for camcorders such as creative expression, personal communication, documenting family history, household inventory, travel, self-improvement, party games and mini-movies.
A handy reference booklet comes with every video outlining important tips for improving home videos. Small enough to fit in any camera bag.
Produced by an award-winning team of writers, producers, animators, camera operators and editors.
