Production Meetings
04.10.12
We discussed a variety of things with the Executive
Producers today. I'll just write a list
of things I noted down.
Find out accurate info about how long children can
work.
The university owns a box of filters - See of that
can be borrowed.
A little hairspray on the posters will dull reflections.
In 1970s posters were not glossy.
Camera maps can only be done after storyboards and
shot list.
I need to note down any location movements for each
shoot day.
Get in contact with Alan Rolinson - Collector of
70's merchandise.
Let Liam be script super on set - need someone to
deal with continuity.
Sort out final shooting schedule.
Create Call Sheet template.
What I Did This Week
I started script breakdowns with Ben this week. We
went through the entire script and broke down each scene by props, costumes,
music, equipment, cast, location and a few other things. We managed to fill out
breakdown sheets for every scene so on each shoot day, I'll know exactly who
and what is needed. It's funny how I knew nothing about breakdown sheets before
I started research for this module. They are very convenient and I'm extremely
happy I discovered them. Definitely going to be using them on future shoots.
I also made a list of the different needed for the
film and sent this to everyone so they could start looking. It was decided
quite quickly that we would shoot in Hannah's house for all the interior
locations. Conveniently there is also a park near her house so that might be
used for the exterior location after Ben and Web go and scout.
The walkie talkies came this week so we had a bit of
fun playing around with them. I love how excited the execs were about the walkie
talkies, had never seen Chris Leonard smile that much before.
I sent an e-mail to Alan Rolinson regarding the 70's
merchandise and this was my reply.
I told Wobs this and he was quite confused. The
merchandise was a luxury really. we have enough props to pull off a period
scene I think. Regardless I've told everyone to find at least 1 70's looking
prop.
We held AUDITIONS on the 5th. We used a room on the
third floor as the sound stage was unavailable. It went quite well I think. We only
had a few turn up, but I think we'll manage to cast the majority of characters.
The child actors were amazing but 2 really stood out and I had feeling Ben
would cast them for the role of Alex and Elliot. Which he did.
I also created a rough shooting schedule this week.
I tried to keep the days fairly balanced as it's the first proper shoot for
most of us. I have no idea how well and fast we'll work on set so didn't want
to cram too much into one day and fall behind.
I also created a Call Sheet template. I found old
call sheets from wraith in my e-mail and use those as a reference. It didn't
take long to create once I knew what had to be included. I also requested a
CineCitta logo from Liam so I could put it on my paperwork. I just thought it
would make them more professional - which it did.
Thoughts of The Week
This week felt quite relaxed to the previous one.
I've realised that I'll be doing A LOT of paperwork and I've accepted that.
It's kind of fun in a weird way. I can't believe it's been 2 weeks already and
I'm still on top of everything. I thought I would struggle with organisation
but I seem to be in my comfort zone. Everyone keep telling me what a good job I'm
doing which makes me extremely happy.
I'm feeling very positive about this. I'm also
really enjoying myself. This is what film making is all about. It's a
completely vibe from last year. I enjoy waking up and doing paperwork, meeting
with my team and working together to achieve one goal.
"I
hope this euphoric phase lasts because I'm loving every moment of it"
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