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The cheap way is this is CU and as it's IndieTalk, we can get ghetto. My solution is based around: Knife going in several times Shirt with blood then soaking through Need a few takes to get it right. CU - Ultra Close Up. What I would do is: Shoot outside in an identical location. Get some...

Hmm, maybe will forget about the scene shot in front of the giant Coca-Cola sign...

Shooting a feature end of the year... I am the revolution!

Thanks and will take this on board, especially he time thing! I'd forgotten... Incidentally, do you know anyone who could have a quick skim through a screenplay? Someone really cool, looks amazing in their picture, from NJ, writes amazing comments on the IT website and has a fantastic name...

So... Another film maker and I on this forum are directing and shooting our first feature on a shoestring budget using our wit, creativity and blind luck to guide us through. However, I know there are others out there who have already shot features so what advice would you extend? What tips...

You're good enough that you should start taking a jump to the next level of kit. Two elements I would focus on: 1. Stabilise the shot. 2. Sound. Aaaaarrghhhhh. What potato did you record your voice on? In terms of your stuff, I would recommend going to a Canon dealer and buying the best...

Fantastic. Will be in a swamp for a couple of days without access to batteries so this would be good. Next post: What do I do if I come face-to-face with an angry moose?

So if I want to buy a Sound Devices pre-amp (e.g. an MM-1), how do I power this externally? Its 2 little batteries are going to run down extremely quickly so was wondering if there is a solution. Do you know how to do this?

Well done for getting it out there. The humour's not really my thing but then again, I find Trump pretty funny.

Just wanted to wish you all the best. Hope it works out and excited to see the results. Just wish I could be around to give you a hand. Unfortunately, am in Old England...

Thanks for this by the way! So, I could buy a 302 right now and hook it up to a spare DR100 or even buy a DR70. This would then turn it into an awesome piece of kit. Otherwise, I could buy another used Fostex (reason for the Fostex is battery life) and hook it up to a 302. Is this correct...

Question about pres. My thoughts were that if I bought a mixer with good pres and a recorder with good pres, this would be a strong combination as the combination would be strong. Is this correct?

* Edited * The option I like the most is: - Tascam HD P2 because the pres seem to be stronger than the Tascam DR680 - Add an MM-1 I'm comfortable with only 2 XLR ports because that's all I need. However, battery life is a major issue. The FR2-le was incredible and with an aftermarket...

My venerable and formerly trusty Fostex FR2-le (bought used on eBay) has capitulated and now need a replacement. Need it for documentaries and narrative. Use it primarily with boomed mics. Am looking for a like-for-like replacement meaning: - As good an SNR as I can get - Portability -...

Thanks, appreciate it. Delighted with the way it is coming along. Provided the key protagonist comes through, we believe we have a shot at success.

I did this for many decades longer than you. I am only now doing this and finding my release. Go for it.

I don't ask the question 'Do I have talent?' Rather, people with money give it to me and tell me I have talent. In addition, my stuff has played in film festivals in London, Toronto etc... including the London Independent meaning there are film fest who think my stuff stands up against...

There are a ton of ways to get better images out of your Sony. Try these: 1. Autofocus on Sony cameras is a little hit and miss. Manually focus. Results will be much stronger. 2. F7? On what lens? What is optimal for the lens? 3. Try 30 / 60. Shutter speed and fps combo is wrong. 30 /...

I am the middle-aged guy who started this filming journey and am now in a place where I have won competitive pitches and get paid. I don't get paid very much but it is a great feeling knowing that other people are paying me money because they believe I am better (not cheaper, better) than the...

So... no idea about spots. So would you please recommend me an LED spotlight. Looking for something super light and all my gear is moving to LEDs so an LED it is. Am also looking for something under $500 USD including stand and happy to buy used. I want to be able to either light in a...