Production Breakdown for Interwoven

 Production Breakdown for Interwoven

1. Pre-Production Challenges & Planning:
   From the start, Interwoven was an ambitious project. The vision was clear—create a gripping, noir-inspired mystery with a unique visual identity. However, bringing this to life required meticulous planning. Securing the right locations was one of the first major hurdles. The investigative office had to feel immersive—dark, cluttered, and drenched in neon lighting. After scouting multiple locations, we finally settled on a small, unused backroom in an old office building. It was far from perfect, but with the right set dressing and lighting tricks, it transformed into the detective’s chaotic workspace.

   Casting the Roles: Finding the perfect actors for Detective Santi and Assistant Maria was another critical step. The detective needed to have an aura of exhaustion—someone who looked like they hadn’t slept in days, completely consumed by the case. The assistant, on the other hand, had to be sharp and structured, creating a stark contrast. After several auditions and chemistry tests, we found the ideal duo who could bring this dynamic to life.

1. Production Days & On-Set Challenges:
   Filming Interwoven came with its fair share of unexpected twists. The neon string, which was meant to be a simple set piece tying the case together, ended up becoming one of the most difficult props to manage. It wouldn’t stay in place, constantly falling or tangling at the worst moments. Eventually, we had to improvise—using hidden tape and fishing wire to secure it while still keeping it visually striking under the lighting.

   The lighting itself was another beast to tackle. The neon glow created an amazing aesthetic but caused technical issues with the camera. Some shots ended up overexposed, while others were too dark. Adjusting the intensity and experimenting with different gels became a constant battle throughout the shoot.

   And then there was the infamous power outage. Halfway through filming the detective’s key monologue, the entire set was plunged into darkness. For a moment, the cast and crew sat in stunned silence—until someone joked that it was just adding to the eerie atmosphere of the film. Production was delayed for hours, forcing us to rethink the entire shooting schedule, but in the end, the reshoot actually gave us a more intense, intimate take of the scene.