Video is like every other form of communication, in that the recipients need to understand how it "works." The examples you gave (person walking off the screen, etc.) are good examples of conventional techniques used in videos. But those are not universally understood. People who've not been taught what these mean won't necessarily follow them. Some videos expect a literate audience. They use sub-titles, for example, or show a close-up of a letter, street sign, or other printed materials that they expect viewers to read for critical information. Documentary films may use charts or diagrams.

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Wow, these are all very good questions! I would say that some videos have obviously been edited for a literate audience. As you have described, some videos tend to use text, and other literate elements to illustrate certain points. However, I have also seen videos that do not use written or spoken words at all. Videos can be a great tool when people are closed to a Gospel presentation. It seams that in most places (based on my own experience and experiences I have heard from others) people are always willing to watch a video, especially one that has a captivating story. We live in a youtube generation. "Hey, have you seen this video on youtube? I have a copy on my phone!" More information about "Film and Story" can be found on this site in the link below. I guess my question originally was whether or not it would be better for me to keep the video on my cell phone for ease of use, or if the larger screen would add more to the experience. But, I guess the answer to that question really depends on the video and what kind of experience the video needs in order to tell the story accurately. The most important part is just that, telling the story accurately no matter what the device. :-) What are your thoughts?

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Hesitations. 1. Video requires a a different type of 'literacy.' Examples: use of a map, or timeline, or printed verse; someone walks off the screen stage right -- Where did he go? 2. Depending on the content of the video, the storyteller is required to 'translate' what he saw into words. Is the video accompanied by a complete storyline audio? 3. We live in a 3D world but videos are 2D. Are these problems, or, from your experience, are these non-issues? Thanks for your reply!

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I am curious. What do other people think about general small video devices, like the GodPod, vs. cell phones for sharing Bible and biblical videos to others?

Where would they be used?
How would they be used?
Which is better?
Etc.

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