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Greetings- Assuming a good story and solid production values, would shooting with anamorphic lenses for the 2.35:1 screen ratio provide a big "bang for the buck," specifically in terms of marketing? I really like the looks of it and may be doing pre-pro for a teaser soon, so doing some...

@jax_rox +1 "...These days, even the most experienced DPs can find themselves getting lip from Hair and Make-Up, which simply wouldn't have happened 10 years ago." I find it amazing DPs get treated like that, even if they're inexperienced. As AD on about a dozen film sets, the DP is one...

rayw: I think filmmaking IS hard. Maybe an ingredient missing in your formula above is *unique.* Seems even a good film will struggle unless it captures the audience thirst for "new." Perhaps "good story" should be replaced by "great story?" And on this day after Thanksgiving, also wanted...

It was the happiest day of my life watching my daughter come into the world. Congratulations to all three of you!!!!!

Indie- jax_rox's experience jives with mine, I would hire an AD (not necessarily paid if you wow them with your script). In the past as AD, I've found it goes back and forth. Budget, then schedule. Then after a hard look at the schedule, there's another look at the budget to see what can be...

(Been away from IT for awhile, hope all of you fine folks are doing well....) I'm about to hack my GH2. Do you think I can use my new-ish Macbook Pro (backlit LED screen) to really see the differences between unhacked vs. hacked footage? Also, I'm going cheap for now and using iMovie to...

Would agree with Directorik. While it can depend on the "waters" you swim in, sincerity about what you're after works wonders (and it has for me). Many people LOVE the idea of their location being in a *film.*

d- Try it with action: <Sunny day, etc.> Robert, 20's, sits on the end of the dock dressed in a business suit, working a fishing line and pole. He darts back-and-forth looks to the woods behind him. His fingers try to quickly thread a fishing hook. His fingers fumble the line...

Thanks for all the experience-based comments. I'll keep all this in mind. --One thing I remembered today is that the earlier in the day the lunch, the better, which kind of jives with your post, Aegis.

Very much enjoying all the recent topics and posts on achieving a film "look..." But I'm wondering: - From the perspective of an audience member watching d's clip above, why *would* a director want a black/green palate in this scene? What good does it do the story? Why do this instead of a...

Thanks, guys, now that I know it's normal I'll try a different perspective. Of course, it's also part of the 1st AD job to motivate. I agree with PaulG on setting an example on Day 1. Also like the idea of constant coffee and light lunches (as opposed to BBQ with beans and potato salad-...

Greetings, As 1st AD on several productions, I've been aggravated and perplexed by this situation: How slow the crew performs after lunch. My God (the actors seem to do far better). One shoot was so bad I wanted to "forget" lunch from that day forward and make them work until dinner (Of...

For years (and years) I have tried to write the truly original story. Creating something "unique" has both brought me gain and pain. Tried hard to do something unique in my short film a couple years ago, and got this overwhelming response from audiences: "We don't get it." Now I'm trying an...

Okay, but still think you're asking a lot for the audience to infer. I dunno, what if he's really tall?? Eeek! Missed it, my bad. Yes, got that, but that whole sequence read to me a bit too low-key on the emotional scale. No doubt you'll shoot it just fine. I'd be wary of adding...

Thanks, PaulG, you captured what's been rambling around in my head for a couple years watching the local scene. I'll be using this approach on my next film, even if it's a short. Yet I see filmmakers refuse to put the time and effort into these things, or simply don't think they matter! I...

I think a lot of filmmakers simply see a look somewhere and say to their DP, "yeah, make it look like that." It's easy and not always a bad way to go. However, what seems *really difficult to me is creating a NEW look or filmic style. I'm not a cinematographer or DP, but isn't it possible...

Along with my general agreement with the other posters, here are some comments: You might have George react in some way to the end of the missile/explosions montage by cutting himself or something, otherwise we don't know HE was in that battle sequence. There are no shots to connect the two...

Based on the film and what you've posted, this seems like to be an emotional journey for you. That's fine, make it the way you want, as long as you want. But when you involve an audience, and want their approval (aka festival programmers), that's different. You don't get the opportunity to...

Here are some comments after watching your film: - Like other posters said, the opening title shot is too long, although I didn't mind the shot itself. I'd jump in strong to the story, and then a bit later bring in the title. - It never seemed like Korea, especially with the German soundtracks...

NewSlang, I'm a relative newbie to making films, but do think all the responders are on point, and wish I would've had their advice years ago AND listened... -- Also recommend entering screenwriting contests that give you feedback. -- If you can afford it, find a good reader with industry...