Bonus Segment 2
Shooting The Scene
Lesson Info
Bonus Segment 2
Class Description
There is no greater filmmaking challenge than translating one’s cinematic vision into a practical shooting plan that produces edit-able footage. In Shooting The Scene, renowned cinematographer Jim Denault, ASC teaches you how to take a production plan and shoot efficiently, economically, and artistically.
Jim’s award-winning work includes The Campaign, Boys Don't Cry, and Game Change. In this class, he’ll share insights from his experience shooting both indie and studio films and teach you how to translate your vision into a series of filmed units (aka “coverage”). You’ll learn how to:
- Set the aesthetic and technical approaches for each shot
- Determine how many shots you’ll need within a scene
- Balance practical limitations and still acquire what's best for the scene
Shooting The Scene will help all cinematographers, camera operators, and filmmakers develop a more systematic approach to planning a shoot. You’ll become more equipped to take an idea that only lives in your mind and turn it into an actionable shooting plan.
Lessons
1The Gear List: What is a Light Meter & Color Chart 2The Gear: What are Flags, C-Stands, & Dollies 3Exterior Shoot: Walk Through the Shot List 4Exterior Shoot: How to Block the Scene with Actors 5Exterior Shoot: Wide Shot Dolly In 6Exterior Shoot: Close Up of Dan 7Exterior Shoot: Position Check & Action 8Exterior Shoot: Close Up of Notebook 9Interior Shoot: Dan Wide Shot 10Interior Shoot: Dan Medium Shot 11Interior Shoot: Dan Close Up 12Interior Shoot: Over the Shoulder & Details 13End of Day: Reviewing Exterior Dallies 14Bonus Segment 1 15Bonus Segment 2Reviews
Kevin Baggott
I had worked briefly many years ago on a shoot that jim was the DP for. I was very impressed with how he ran the set. It was a great pleasure to watch this course. Learnt many things. I would highly recommend it.