2012: The End of the World

2012: The End of The World

I chose this vlog because not only was I entertained, I was educated about how many people have come to believe that on Dec. 21, 2012, the world as we know it will come to an end. The editing techniques for this 5 minute video included the use of a countdown, so immediately, the viewer is pulled into the video and ready for the message. Using quick cuts and quips, the vlogger gives a vibrant and vital lesson in Mayan calendar history and mythology along with a psychology lesson.

I believe the audience for this vlog is educated, open minded people who value good information, while at the same time want to be entertained. This vlog is successful because it crosses the lines of age and gender.

I think this vlog truly is an example of how messages can be crafted using video. Using few graphics, this video sent a message using just a "talking head" that in the 5 minutes did not become boring at all.

I was so impressed with this work that I posted it on my Facebook page as a good example of a vlog.