Saturday, March 1, 2025

Day 1 of Shooting Interwoven: A Journey of Challenges & Triumphs

 

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.

  • 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


  • 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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