Pretending is something a lot of people do. I’ve always liked to do it. When I was asked, “Hey Lex, how would you feel about being in my movie?” I didn’t know that it would change my whole outlook on life.
Most people freak out when I tell them I’ve been in a movie, well short film. Yeah, not going to lie, it was pretty cool, but that’s not even the most exciting thing about it. All of those long, cold days of filming really paid off when the movie won first place and was sent out to Hollywood. Here’s a little flashback:
We first walked in. Everything looked elegant. There was a carpet running down the aisle in between about 100 chairs on each side. At the front there was a big stage with a screen to show the films and a microphone so the announcer can talk and the winner can say their speech.
“Jim, we’re going to need you all to come up front with us.” The person who organized everything said in a monotone voice to our director. It was a little scary.
“What’s going on? Oh no, this is not good.” I thought. I actually ended up saying that outloud because everyone laughed at my nervousness. I felt like I was standing in front of the entire crowd of people and they were just staring back at me and everything was awkward.
“How many people are here?” I asked the director. “A little over 1,000. Dont worry Lexi, you did a great job. They moved us up front.” He whispered because the premiere was starting. A little over 1,000? Yup, no worries. I’ll be okay… Not.
All was quiet while I looked down at my lap, waiting for the next video. Then I heard my voice. I didn’t want to look at the screen, I looked at everyone’s face, and by the looks of it they loved it. Looking back, I have no idea why they did. My voice was so high pitched, and quite frankly annoying. Once it ended everyone stood up and began clapping. Everyone was staring at us, some smiling at me, some crying. That was easily the happiest moment of my life. A few other serious movies came on, but no one stood up to clap for them.
“Alright ladies and gentlemen, time to announce the winners!!!” As they called third and second, I remember shaking with nerves, I felt like I was on a very twisty roller coaster. ‘We’re not going to win.’ I thought. “And the winner of the festival is………… SACRIFICE AND BLISS!!!!!!!!!” We all jumped up and hugged each other, my mom and sister were crying. This was the moment, everything we’ve been doing for the past three months, we’ve been working for. We all worked so hard for this moment, and I could not be anymore proud.“Thank you all so much. This movie would not have been possible without the help of our friends and families. Lexi, do you want to say anything?” My co-star asked me. “Um, thank you?” I said more as a question than an actual statement. I was a little nervous, okay? Everyone laughed.
Ever since I was little, I liked to pretend. Whether I was a princess, a pirate, or a spy with my dog sidekick I was happy. Filming “Sac and Bliss” was an extraordinary experience. I got to work with some pretty great people who also helped me along the way. Being shy is a little difficult to deal with. I don’t like talking to people right away. Being in that movie made me realize pretending is what I do best. Pretending to be someone else for a little while and not dealing with my everyday life struggles is like a sigh of relief for me. It made me want to do something similar for a career. I want to be an actress and also a model on the side. Thanks to the cast I worked with, I will always treasure this moment, the moment I made my career choice.
