MMS 120 - The Sama Bajau Culture - GROUP 16 - FINAL PROJECT

Video Description
The Sama Bajau, also known as “sea gypsies,” are renowned for their deep affinity with the sea, with many aspects of their culture deeply intertwined with the life that the ocean provides. However, there are other aspects of the Sama Bajau that should be celebrated, and in this short video, we introduce the vibrant and spiritual culture of the Philippines' maritime indigenous ethnic group.

ROLES:

Visual and Video Editors:
Mendoza, Anarica Mae
Mondejar, Sophia Edlin
Montealegre, Ma Elisha
Mora, Noriz

Imagery Researchers and Generators:
Mendoza, Anarica Mae
Mendoza, Ayessa
Missiona, Raphael Yuan
Montealegre, Ma Elisha

Visual Artist:
Mendoza, Ayessa

Editorial Researchers and Script Writers:
Mendiola, Jerswin
Mendoza, Johan Immanuel
Mendoza, Piolo
Mercurio, Adrianne
Mondejar, Sophia Edlin

Proof Readers:
Missiona, Raphael Yuan
Montealegre, Ma Elisha

File Item Organizers:
Mora, Noriz


AI Declaration Clause

In this project, the Motion Array AI Voiceover was used to generate clean and dynamic voiceover. Another AI tool, namely Grammarly was used to assist with grammar checking. All substantive content, including concept making, script writing, and final editing were conducted by the authors.

Media Credit Clause

Some images and video clips featured in this project, particularly those depicting landscapes and the Sama-Dilaut people are sourced from external creators. These materials remain the property of their respective owners, and are used strictly for educational and non-commercial purposes with full acknowledgement. All videographed artworks, illustrations, and original creative materials presented in this project are owned and produced by the authors themselves.


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