A few weeks ago Elizabeth and I drove up to Dallas for our first script read through for Clombies. Our friend and business associate Zach Hopkins put it together for us. He found all very professional actors and a great location to hold it. I don't know if I have said it enough, but thank you Zach. You did a great job and the casting was spot on.
Of course, with any kind of read through, I'm always a little nervous because it's a true test of the script and the characters, was it all on the page or not. I am very proud to say, the script was solid. There were a few places that needed adjustments and maybe a line of dialogue didn't play or just needed to be tweeked. But these were all minor things. Overall, the script played, the characters came off like I intended and the laughs were there. It was tons of fun listening to everyone read. The actors really got into it and brought it alive. It's what a good read through should be.
I am so impressed with the talent that was in the room that day. Thank you all for giving up your Saturday, we truly appreicate it.
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Camera Test for Clombies
We've been working with Hawgfly (Meredith and Carolyn) a special effects and regular make-up company, on designing our special effects make-up for The Clombies. Meredith, Carolyn and I have been meeting pretty regularly in the last two months to discuss and formulate a look for the film. Through Febuary I organized the actual shoot, gathering crew, getting a little wardrobe, figuring out how it all will come down. At times it got pretty overwhelming and crazy but luckily we've done this enough times, so we got through it.
Now, the reason for the test was to get a look at the special effects make-up and see how it will play on HD. We have two different creatures to deal with. They are similar but definitely different. The fx team did a great job. The make-up looked great and from the test we could see what was working and what wasn't. Meredith, Carolyn, and I will meet and discuss what fixes are needed and what stays. The fx team worked super fast and I really am impressed with how the fx make-up turned out. Thanks, Meredith, Carolyn, Lindsey, Lacy and Mikela. You all did an awesome job.
When we started this test we were going to test with just the Sony F900 but the DP really was impressed with the Red One camera. So, we decided to shoot with both cameras. Standing there on set I could see why people are impressed by the Red. But I was impressed with the Sony's look as well. They actually aren't very different in look. I think time and a few more tests will only tell which camera we end up using. Before I wrap up, I'd also like to say, I was very impressed with all of actors. They all showed up, put on the make-up, sat around a long while and never complained. When it was time for them to get up and get in front of the camera, they brought it. All of them. They made the shoot fun for me. I love directing actors, even if it's just a little direction here and there. With their performances, the make-up actually came alive. So, I'd like to thank, Karen, Rosie, Michael, Derek, and Matthew for their patiences, their time, their energy, and their performances. You guys were great.
So, to wrap up, it was a good shoot overall, worked with fun and professional people and most importantly we're one more step closer to being prepared for the big show.
Now, the reason for the test was to get a look at the special effects make-up and see how it will play on HD. We have two different creatures to deal with. They are similar but definitely different. The fx team did a great job. The make-up looked great and from the test we could see what was working and what wasn't. Meredith, Carolyn, and I will meet and discuss what fixes are needed and what stays. The fx team worked super fast and I really am impressed with how the fx make-up turned out. Thanks, Meredith, Carolyn, Lindsey, Lacy and Mikela. You all did an awesome job.
When we started this test we were going to test with just the Sony F900 but the DP really was impressed with the Red One camera. So, we decided to shoot with both cameras. Standing there on set I could see why people are impressed by the Red. But I was impressed with the Sony's look as well. They actually aren't very different in look. I think time and a few more tests will only tell which camera we end up using. Before I wrap up, I'd also like to say, I was very impressed with all of actors. They all showed up, put on the make-up, sat around a long while and never complained. When it was time for them to get up and get in front of the camera, they brought it. All of them. They made the shoot fun for me. I love directing actors, even if it's just a little direction here and there. With their performances, the make-up actually came alive. So, I'd like to thank, Karen, Rosie, Michael, Derek, and Matthew for their patiences, their time, their energy, and their performances. You guys were great.
So, to wrap up, it was a good shoot overall, worked with fun and professional people and most importantly we're one more step closer to being prepared for the big show.
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