By Robert S. Pearson
I was in my fourth quarter at the Art Institute when I first met Theodore Harris. I was working on the original version of Behind the Bulb, and needed some photoshop help. Although I had never met Theo before, he overheard that I need assistance and soon my question was answered. I didn't need to know Theo for long to know that he was a intelligent and generous student, who enjoyed seeing other realize their visions. Since then I have become friends with Theo, and have recently had the pleasure of working with him on a film that I am directing. I am glad he agreed to step into the "Spotlight," and like the other filmmakers before him, I asked Theo, why film?
Theo:
Film is the art form that I am able to translate my artistic vision to the masses. Freedom of expression is essential to my well being.
I am always interested to talk to filmmakers about their favorite movies, so I asked Theo to name a few of his favorite films.
Favorite Films
Crash, American Beauty, Coming to America
I was surprised to see such a diverse selection of pictures, so I asked Theo who some of his influences, outside of filmmakers, are.
Theo:
My Family, Dr. Cornell West, and Tupac Shakur
I also asked Theo what his goals as a filmmaker are.
Theo:
My goal as filmmaker is to incorporate old-fashioned storytelling with new age film technology.
His answer inspired another favorite question of mine, who are your favorite directors?
Favorite Directors
Perhaps no other film student I have interviewed has shared so many of the same favorite filmmakers. I always like to find out what the AI Tampa professors think of their students, so I asked professor Greg LeSar to share his thoughts on Theo.
Professor LeSar:
Theo Harris is a competent cinematographer and a pleasure to be on set with. He has a unique visual style and a personal touch that always enhances his work.
I asked Theo if he had anyone he wanted to thank?
Special Thanks
Mom, Dad, Robert S. Pearson, Jay McGee, John Muehl & Tom Hammond
I want to thank Theo for his time, and professor LeSar for his thoughts. Check back next month for the next Spotlight!
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