The Final Premiere

It’s crazy to think this is my final film premiere, back where it all started! It you would’ve told little Mary that she’d make seven original films in college, she’d probably cry of excitement!

Throughout each film, I’ve learned new things about myself, my loved ones, and about filmmaking in general. Some lessons I’ve kept track of along the way include:

The Bucket List (2020) - My first film. Taught me how much work making a movie takes, how to film in a pandemic, how to be a director.

Convergence/Why-omissing? (2021) - Taught me how to coordinate more complex camera movements, how to work with bigger casts, how to trust myself, and how to (still) film groups during the pandemic.

Ego/Anx-eye-ty (2021) - These films were made under time constraints. They taught me to not second-guess myself, to push myself to new visual boundaries, and to open up about more personal issues (learning to be more vulnerable with my content was a huge stepping stone for me).

Panic/Dare to Rêve (2022) - These films are very close to my heart. I learned to truly let go during these films. I finally understood that things won’t always be perfect - it’s impossible to make them that way! The second I let go of the pressure I put on myself, I had the most fun yet during the filming of these!!

Having the opportunity and privilege to make films, especially in college, has been one of the biggest blessings in my life! Thank you is an understatement to the casts of each film. To MJ, Madi, Caitlyn, Chelsea, and my family, you save my life every day and I’m forever grateful for you! Thank you Rêve Dance Company and to those who came out to any premiere of mine. And thank you to those who watch!! You hold a special place in my heart and I’ve loved being able to share with you!

While the ~college film~ chapter of my life may be coming to an end, you have not seen the last of Mary Bee Films ;)❤️🐝

(In case you haven’t seen the films I just premiered, I’ve linked them below)!