filmmaking within a real-time, 3D virtual environment
convergence of filmmaking, animation and game development
interactive virtual space where characters and events are controlled
Create cost effective, scripted animations with creative control
Free software - accessible to broad range of people
Character creation using Fraps and the World of Warcraft Model Viewer
Actioning the model against a WoW screenshot background
The Academy of Machinima Arts and Sciences
Virtual Videos for Social Good! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VAzM8Hq3V30
Response video: Global Kids' DISCOVERED: a machinima on sex traffickinghttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_bID58UlLo&feature=watch_response
Praise for Global Kids
Human Trafficking
Risk
kuaho with voice over and song lyrics by Avenue Qhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlFnjOwqowk
DemographicsResponse Videos
Creative Control
Creative CritiquesCharacter Models
Avenue Q
Sexuality
Hero http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&v=mojouNmW-C8&NR=1
Alienation and BullyingFinding Your Own Power
Empathy and Advice
Be a Hero!
A Serious Talk With CrAiZy GuNnErhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QpKoAl8Vr8I
Personal Experience
ConnectThanks and Inspiration
assistiveware https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BhHwk9qSvI
Affected by SMA
or Cerebral Palsy
Technology
Encouragement and Awe