New Lens, New Level


Ahoy mateys! It’s Neha—now equipped with a new personality and officially in 12th grade.
It's crazy to think I’ve finally reached the year that once felt galaxies away; time is sprinting, and honestly, post-2020 nothing feels real anymore.

The whirlwind that was AS level gave me experiences I know will be my secret weapons moving forward. Even though we each had specific roles, we somehow ended up becoming all-rounders—helping each other, problem-solving, and learning as we went.

After realizing how much work goes into a two-minute film opening, I think my mind is at least somewhat prepared for what’s coming next (…hopefully). Every step has been a new learning curve, and I’m genuinely excited to start this chapter—especially because it means bringing our laptops to school, which low-key feels empowering.

Rather than branching into multiple media forms—which would’ve been a whole adventure on its own—I feel film is more my forte. It’s something I understand, something I’m good at, and hopefully something I can continue training in to build a future in the field.

Here’s to new frames, fresh chaos, and a lot of editing ahead.



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