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January 30, 2012 at 3:06 am #45666
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deadlyloofah

Audio is good, I would recommend editing it though, jump cuts and the like. It’s just a personal preference that when people say “Um…” In a video it drives me insane. Because it can simply be edited out.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NOVz7AvqUI

Mine

January 30, 2012 at 4:23 am #45766
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Sen

I found your face really close to the camera, It was just to close for me for the standard shot. It was also quite shaking, though it did suit the question/informal style of the video. Other then that I enjoyed it.

http://www.youtube.com/user/Pruechelan?feature=mhee#p/u/12/f2NkLJN-gRE

January 30, 2012 at 5:51 am #45823
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Nina

To be completely and totally honest, I wasn’t really sure what was going on. There was too much buildup for just not enough stuff. Would have also been helpful if you had told me in the beginning rather than the credits, if this was just footage that you edited together or something. Because it just seemed like a very random video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOvQNDfZNTw&feature=g-upl&context=G2d7068dAUAAAAAAABAA

February 1, 2012 at 5:37 pm #47300
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K. Brown

I loved your content, particularly the Katherine Tate quote. If you angled yourself so that your face was towards the window with the camera in between you and the window, the light hitting the lense wouldn’y obscure your face so much ;) Also, don’t be afraid to look directly at the camera. You’ve got some really great things to say.

My most recent vlog isn’t the most fascinating but it’s pretty short.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=we5zgTJpQhM&context=C30a56b0ADOEgsToPDskIk-mNwQJXoxQRveVBgj6mb

February 1, 2012 at 10:18 pm #47415
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Travis

Review: I am not the best person to judge vlogs but it was not bad and flowed pretty well.

My Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjdvPa-Q3as

February 1, 2012 at 10:49 pm #47439
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Nina

Thanks for those tips! And I actually really liked your vlog. It was honest and nice and it was really personal and that seemed like what you wanted to give to your audience and I felt that. Honestly, if there’s one criticism I’d say shut the door. The door was a little bit distracting, but I liked it! :]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsEdG2vNH8c&feature=g-u-u&context=G2705da7FUAAAAAAALAA

February 2, 2012 at 6:32 pm #47810
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deadlyloofah

Good video interesting story :) Sorry that your day sucked :( It was a good topic for a video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUK2yLOmC8E

February 2, 2012 at 8:50 pm #47855
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Nina

I posted a comment, via my second channel. I really liked it. I think it’s gonna be a good movie. I can’t wait to see it. Umm, it did have kind of an awkward cutout, which once you realized you were just trimming was fine, but for a second there, it was just kind of nargly.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-JuzXc9LQ8&feature=colike

February 2, 2012 at 9:00 pm #47858
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Chloe Pearce

You expressed yourself well and your thoughts were coherent. However, your video was a little blurry, and the fact that the light was shinning much stronger on one side of your face bothered me.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_fXXLCyJ7xM

February 2, 2012 at 10:15 pm #47891
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Nina

yeah, unfortunately getting that light right is tricky business and it’s natural lighting so sometimes it can just wash me out.

Now, your video came out sounding really strong. I liked what you talked about but your voice tone, that anger, might not have been the best way to relay the message. Because you did go in to that magazine only to get the poster, so it would have been a little bit easier to handle if you had been a little bit more lighthearted or surprised by it. Because while those magazines have dumb articles like that some people find them interesting and think there was definitely a risky move to talk so openly with that tone? I don’t know if that makes much sense, but I hope it does.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3C3NapBPLkw

February 3, 2012 at 9:52 pm #48458
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Travis

Awesome video

Here is mine http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjdvPa-Q3as

February 3, 2012 at 11:08 pm #48500
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Nina

It was interesting, the audio got a little silent at times which seemed to be distracting more than anything but other than that, it’s pretty good.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SYAjnO197Q&feature=g-upl&context=G298a598AUAAAAAAAAAA

February 4, 2012 at 7:48 am #48681
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Lisa

I liked it :) My only suggestion would to maybe show a bit more enthusiasm, if I wasn’t listening to what you were saying I’d say it was something serious :P

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wqjec7Mag-U

February 4, 2012 at 9:46 am #48689
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deadlyloofah

That was adorable! :)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjItH23OXOo

February 4, 2012 at 10:06 pm #48957
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Travis

I have not finished TFIOS so i did not watch it but here is my video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjdvPa-Q3as

February 4, 2012 at 10:24 pm #48977
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deadlyloofah

Ok I’ll criticize this as someone who has been working on film since i was about 15.
The audio is all over the place I can’t understand anyone at all, the cuts need to be quicker. Don’t take offense to this but this entire video smells of lack of preparation on everyones part. I don’t know the story on this, i’m so confused. I kinda gave up after about 5 minutes. The actors need to have there lines down and memorized, and if they don’t then I wouldn’t even bother.

That being said good job for a first try.

http://youtu.be/Ld9yKG-xciA

February 4, 2012 at 10:52 pm #48998
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Nina

The editing was obviously good, umm, I wanted more content though. Also please don’t ever drink more than four red bulls period. I fear what effect that has on your side of the world.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zlZUak3FOA

February 5, 2012 at 2:12 am #49060
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Josh Hill

A very good video nina, it was interesting, but you need to get yourself a editing software even if it is movie maker and edit the volume of your voice and jump cut your videos because if you just talk people loose interest even if it is the most interesting video on the planet. :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N29Xb3Wz_f0

February 5, 2012 at 2:45 am #49072
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Nina

I actually really like that video but you do ramble a little bit. That’s the nature of the beast though. I would really like to see a little more brightness but other than that, I really like that. I can’t say too much because my aren’t the brightest.

Also I’m learning how to do the Jump Cut thing-y. It might be a little too prevalent in this video but I like the way it went. And I’ll work on trying to get the volume a bit better tomorrow, but for right now, at least one of those things is fixed.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1e87uMeIbnA&feature=g-upl&context=G298a598AUAAAAAAAAAA

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February 5, 2012 at 6:35 am #49131
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Tom

Well done, Chloe.

A few technical notes:
- when you were inside at the start I couldn’t see you very well, perhaps consider changing camera settings or turning on more lights;
- at least one time while you were outside the wind made it difficult to hear you, not sure what to do about this other than purchase a microphone or film when/where it’s less windy; and finally
- if you can afford to, consider investing a camera which can film in 16:9 aspect ratio (otherwise try to learn how to manually control your camera to get the best out of it).

A few thoughts on the content:
- you spoke very well and had some very original, interesting ideas which came across strongly in the video;
- a few times I felt like you might have mumbled or stumbled on a word or two (no-one’s perfect or can speak perfectly every take/video); remember to enunciate and think about/write down what you going to say before you say it, also try rehearsing and doing additional takes;
- I might have liked to hear a bit more of what was going on around you, but make your own style and stick to it;
- you should be very proud of yourself for openly expressing your views while at the same time respecting/acknowledging other’s – that is a very, VERY good quality to have!

Again, well done.

My video for review:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYu31Yml0gk
(alternatively you can pick one from my channel, just let me know which one you’re watching)

February 5, 2012 at 6:52 am #49132
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Tom

AWKS, sorry I reviewed the wrong video (I really suck at navigating this forum lol). To compound the problem I also have no idea how to edit my other post, so this will hopefully not confuse everyone in the whole world.

So this is the review of Nina’s video:
- cool format for a video and you seemed very open and interesting, it was nice to hear little stories/anecdotes (consider adding more of these for this type of video, or even better: fewer but more in-depth ones!);
- I have a sinking feeling the camera was on auto, try mucking around with the setting and you might get more out of it (depending on the camera though, you might not have many options :S);
- was the camera on a tilt? sorry it was just really annoying me and had to mention :P ;
- sometimes I couldn’t see your face very well because your hair was blocking the light from (I assume) the window, try turning on all the lights in your room (I do, actually, mean ALL the lights) and see what the difference looks like, then you add/subtract light and make your video look nicer, plus we can actually see you!;
- consider having more than just one camera angle (e.g. add a shot of you emptying your bag onto your bed or show a close up of your dog, etc.);
- I love your dog; and
- overall very well done, you spoke clearly, were animated and made going through a bag interesting!

Great job, Nina!

My video for review:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYu31Yml0gk
(alternatively you can pick one from my channel, just let me know which one you’re watching)

February 5, 2012 at 7:04 am #49135
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Tom

P.S. I have people who are interested or learning about physiology watching my videos, I would be VERY interested to hear what someone without this background thinks and specifically what they did and didn’t understand.

February 5, 2012 at 5:15 pm #49224
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Andrew

I liked the video; it’s very educational.
I think that maybe the audience would be more interested if they could see your face while you were holding up a picture or something.
Overall, very good video.

My video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxhpv4FkUr4

February 5, 2012 at 6:10 pm #49259
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Colin Harvey

Great video! One thing you could improve on would be to have some more cuts so that there isn’t as much pausing and silence. You have a very good camera presence though and good subjects to talk about and I enjoyed the video a lot. Cutting out the silence would help a ton though.

Here’s my video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2bgSJSEPdw

February 5, 2012 at 6:38 pm #49261
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Harry

Good video! I’m not sure I really have any criticism, you seem very confident infront of the camera and it was entertaining. I watched the whole thing, which is quite unusual for me, I usually lose interest in most videos halfway through :)
My video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=563NewlScao

February 5, 2012 at 7:43 pm #49282
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Christi

I thought your video was really well done! I loved the fact that it incorporated the two parts, one kinda like a short film, and one vlogging. Also, I really like your presence in front of the camera, it’s really interesting to watch. The title was fantastic, also. The only thing I would say is there was a lot of silence at the beginning. It would’ve been nice for the voice over or even the music to continue while you were doing stuff. But still, great job! I subscribed. :3

My video: http://youtu.be/O9RGEQ644eo

February 5, 2012 at 10:18 pm #49384
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Nina

It was cute. I really liked it all. The one I will say is that your voice can be very soothing so it might a little hard to sit through while tired. Which is something that I am concerned about because I actually really really enjoyed the video otherwise.

http://youtu.be/5ItUOyLIRvg

February 9, 2012 at 5:18 pm #51363
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Laurel Ann

First off, I love the title. I too am an interrobang enthusiast. I think you should put “interrobang hipster” on your business cards.
Overall, an enjoyable vlog, but you had a couple of somewhat awkward silences and word-trips that could be easily jump-cutted out. And on that note, I think you were a little too focused on doing the whole jump-cut-all-around-the-screen thing, which distracted somewhat from your content and structure.
Also, PUPPPPPYYYYY. He’s adorable.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JSaKOgpwMnA

February 10, 2012 at 3:32 pm #51810
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Saskia Dunn

I loved this! Even though it’s a video about your life, very easy to just jump right into because obviously it’s not insane specific.
I would say though that if it’s going to be a regular thing, maybe try and be a bit more constructive in your reviews of the books. Pick out specific points you like and points you didn’t like, and maybe give a bit of a summary of each one? I’m not familiar with any of the books you were talking about (except TFioS, obviously!), so you didn’t really give me any incentive to read the ones you liked.

I’d really love it if people could take a look at this; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUo0ciwus_Y&feature=g-upl&context=G202e703AUAAAAAAACAA
There’s also my most recent video on my channel, which is all about crazy Americans, but this is about the TFioS tour, so I thought people here might enjoy it more!

February 12, 2012 at 2:39 am #52475
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Nina

Okay so as for enthusiasm and lighting and stuff that was all good. The technical aspects were really good. The content felt a little contradictory, because you say that you are uncomfortable with fangirling and yet you stopped to take footage of the TFiOS van. I also have said this previously to other people so please don’t think it’s just me, but you might want to think about toning down on the like forceful and bluntness of that opinion that fangirling is an inherently bad thing. But I liked the video, i just consider myself a fangirl and I don’t think I would ever bow down to John or Hank and stroke their legs or lick their shoes because that is something else entirely.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IE1GsMCusrc&feature=g-upl&context=G2028a3dAUAAAAAAAAAA
There is a lot of puppy, so prepare for the adorable train. Also I didn’t notice until it was on YT that I accidently chopped too early at two points, so I’m sorry.

February 14, 2012 at 1:24 am #54135
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Colin Harvey

Good video! The only thing that I really have to say is that it was kind of slow at times. There were times when you were filming your dog (who is really adorable) where nothing really happened except him staring at the camera. Besides that, great video. I enjoyed it.

My video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Erz2aS2lU1E
*I used new editing software for this video so the effect is a little messed up sometimes unfortunately…

February 15, 2012 at 11:11 pm #55104
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Ryan Murphy

Okay so I liked this video. It’s about a guys spirit alter ego that goes off on an adventure around his house while the original guy just sits around without any ideas for a video, or really feeling like he wants to make one… I think the effects were really cool even though they were a little off at times, but I still thought it was ace! I would like to do a video like this at some point, but I don’t know how you do the whole split screen kind of thing. The best bits are when the guy is dancing around and stuff… I also noticed a copy of TFiOS in the background to one of the scenes which was nice and nerdfighter-ish! Overall I’d rate this video a 4/5! Keep up the good work whoever you are!

My video (I hope you like it): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qT45SSndxak

Thanks and DFTBA!

February 16, 2012 at 12:00 am #55145
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Christi

I really liked your video! Early on, I was a little bit skeptical about your examples of what you would do as a concierge, because I think that your suitcase carrying went on a bit long, but I think it improved from there. You had me at the cat having the milk delivered. XD I think that having it cut away to different scenes really made the video more dynamic. Also, I like it that you didn’t feel the need to talk on and on about the job. I feel like some vloggers feel the need to say more just to make the video longer if it’s short like this one, and it just ends up sounding forced. I appreciate it that you feel comfortable leaving a video at a minute and a half. It was a really good length for the topic you covered.

Ok, I’ll end my ramble now.

My video: http://youtu.be/34x_sd0nIQ8

February 16, 2012 at 2:51 am #55234
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Alex

Hey, just watched you video. As far as production goes, you’re doing pretty well. The video looked good, the background is neither too boring or too cluttered and your cuts are done well. However, I found the content kind of boring (don’t take it personally, I almost never enjoy hearing about other peoples’ dreams). The ending was a tad abrupt as well. It was good enough to make me watch some of your other videos though, which I enjoyed much more. I hope that wasn’t too harsh, I promise I’m not a mean person.

My video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SlZoJuteGg

February 16, 2012 at 11:45 am #55389
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Josh Hill

Hey there alex I am just gonna give you 4 tips then you can try to make another video. I unfortunately did not enjoy your video it lacked luster, although the concept was very good. Basically.

1. Always be in the light, if i cant see you im not interested.

2. For a show like yours write a script and rehearse it until you know it off by heart.

3. Be enthusiastic, in your video you didn’t really seem to care which doesn’t make me care. So be really enthusiastic!

4. Film from higher ground, this will make the audience more comfortable ( i dont know why I didn’t pass Phycology ) This will help when your idea is generally new. I allows people in.

I hope this helps and i look forward to your new video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgMYNnPump8

February 17, 2012 at 3:16 pm #55913
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Travis

haha i really liked the video i found it very funny to watch

Here is my video i know it is not the best but there was a lot of work put into it

It is in two parts

Part one: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjdvPa-Q3as

Part two: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=iv&annotation_id=annotation_689008&src_vid=OjdvPa-Q3as&v=foaJx4uSmiE

February 17, 2012 at 3:38 pm #55918
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deadlyloofah

I already reviewed it and told you my thoughts, none have really changed. Part 2 looks a little better than part one so at least your getting better

Last Vlog before we FILM THE TFIOS SHORT MOVIE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4kprOsKPiQ

February 18, 2012 at 3:44 am #56106
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Colin Harvey

You seem to be very passionate about this project which is amazing. Great video, you have a great camera presence, all that jazz, but mainly good luck with the movie. Based off of this video I think that you’ll do an awesome job with it and I’m so excited to see the final product.

My video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiF5H0OEZKQ

February 18, 2012 at 10:07 am #56143
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Robin

Colin, that was great! I enjoyed the pun and the way the words appeared next to you on screen. My only advise is to blur the split screen for the clone slightly.

My video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2ZjMqGr7CU

February 19, 2012 at 9:36 pm #56715
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deadlyloofah

HA I love the fact that you did very simple camera tricks to make this work. :) Kuudos, here is my TFiOS Preview
http://youtu.be/2nmaDHecyyY

February 20, 2012 at 11:30 pm #57186
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Alex Horn

I am definitely looking forward to the TFiOS movie! What a great idea. The movie seems excellent from the preview. I saw a few commenters complained about Hazel’s wig, but I didn’t think it was that noticeable.
my video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9niPURxNlbk&feature=channel_video_title

February 21, 2012 at 2:44 am #57261
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Alex

I liked the creativity of the punishment and thought the montage was going to be a little boring, but it wasn’t. I do think you should have cut out that beginning section though, and just started out with a simple description of why you’re running around IKEA sitting in chairs. Nice song, btw. The cut right before the meatball clip was a little rough too. I enjoyed watching the video overall, but there was one question I had. How long did it take? You don’t mention it and it’s hard to get a sense of time with a montage.

Here’s my video. It’s my first actual review and I’m still trying to find my vlogging voice, but at least the lighting is better.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqTcCgawRAw&feature=youtu.be

Oh yeah, and if you would be so kind as to recommend a movie for me to watch, I’d greatly appreciate it.
http://www.google.com/moderator/#16/e=1e8991

  • This reply was modified 92 days ago by Avatar of Alex Alex.
February 21, 2012 at 5:01 am #57337
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Colin Harvey

I liked your review. My only suggestion would be to be a little more upbeat and have a stronger camera presence. You said that that was your first review so I’m sure the camera presence will greatly improve with time. I suggested a movie though. Keep it up.

My video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiF5H0OEZKQ

February 23, 2012 at 4:04 am #58008
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Saskia Dunn

I really enjoyed it! Work on looking at the camera more, and the split screen was really obvious, but other than that it was well prepared and well edited.

Um… I don’t know what this is, or if it will be understandable to anyone who’s not me, but:
http://youtu.be/KXKUx6GE1z8

February 23, 2012 at 5:04 am #58013
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Syamsul

I liked the belching! HAHAHA Loved the shark eating part. I should send this video to my friend whose nickname is ‘Shark’ :P
Anyways, I’m a film student and the video below is my very first attempt at doing Experimental Filming and the theme is called ‘Cityscape’. It’s just my point of view of my country’s city. :) Enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q00OdiHc884

February 23, 2012 at 5:10 am #58014
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deadlyloofah

I like it, good camera angles good composition, very interesting, it’s one of the better videos I have seen on youtube.

Film Adaptation of the First chapter of TFiOS I hope you enjoy pass it around if you like it :)
http://youtu.be/aH0jItgXGfc

February 24, 2012 at 11:59 pm #58480
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Colin Harvey

I really liked it! The characters weren’t how I thought they would be and some of the camera angles didn’t work as well as they could have but overall I really enjoyed it and think that you did a fantastic job.

My video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8BDKrXqyJUc

February 25, 2012 at 12:33 pm #59012
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Travis

Funny and random but i did like it

The first part of my Portal LP http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQ2cDG-tuGw&feature=channel_video_title

February 25, 2012 at 8:03 pm #59135
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Sam

Thats pretty well made, your commentary is good with a few quite funny comments here and there :) made me smile :) You can ignore that comment on the video I can hear you fine over GLADoS’ voice :) Overall well made and keep up the good work :D

Anyways, my video :)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rG4EoJc0Kgw

February 25, 2012 at 8:14 pm #59151
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deadlyloofah

haha that was fantastic drugs are indeed bad!

Gonna post it one more time
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aH0jItgXGfc

:3

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