Day 1 of Shooting Interwoven: A Journey of Challenges & Triumphs
A Series of Unfortunate Events
The Plan
Sunday’s goal was simple: shoot all the necessary office scenes for Interwoven. I had planned it down to the minute—setting up lighting, arranging props, and ensuring my actors knew their lines. I estimated it would take about two hours, allowing room for minor adjustments and reshoots. None of that went as planned.
The Problems
The problems started even before we arrived on set.
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Weather Woes
I had checked the weather earlier in the week, but not the night before. A sudden storm warning meant dark clouds and unpredictable lighting shifts, completely ruining continuity. -
Sound Issues
Our primary microphone malfunctioned, and my backup wasn’t picking up clear dialogue. The office we were using was unexpectedly noisy, with background chatter and a running AC unit disrupting every take. -
Location Mishaps
The office we secured looked great in photos but was too cramped for our planned camera movements. I had envisioned smooth dolly shots, but the tight space forced us into awkward framing that felt uninspired.
After three hours of fighting through these challenges, I had to make the tough call: we had to scrap the footage and reshoot another day. It was beyond frustrating, but I refused to let it discourage me.
The Production
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Cinematography & Framing Fixes
With a larger space, we could finally execute the tracking shots we originally envisioned. The lighting setup was improved, giving us the moody, noir-inspired aesthetic we wanted. -
Audio Enhancements
Having a dedicated sound assistant meant no more mic placement issues. We ran multiple test recordings before shooting to ensure crisp dialogue without unwanted noise. -
Performances & Energy
With fewer distractions and better planning, the actors delivered stronger performances with fewer takes. The overall mood on set was more focused yet fun, making the process smoother for everyone.
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