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Shooting The Scene

Lesson 15 of 15

Bonus Segment 2

 

Shooting The Scene

Lesson 15 of 15

Bonus Segment 2

 

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

  1. The Gear List: What is a Light Meter & Color Chart
  2. The Gear: What are Flags, C-Stands, & Dollies
  3. Exterior Shoot: Walk Through the Shot List
  4. Exterior Shoot: How to Block the Scene with Actors
  5. Exterior Shoot: Wide Shot Dolly In
  6. Exterior Shoot: Close Up of Dan
  7. Exterior Shoot: Position Check & Action
  8. Exterior Shoot: Close Up of Notebook
  9. Interior Shoot: Dan Wide Shot
  10. Interior Shoot: Dan Medium Shot
  11. Interior Shoot: Dan Close Up

    Watch filmmaking in action as Jim and crew shoot an interior shot and discuss their lighting and camera choices.

  12. Interior Shoot: Over the Shoulder & Details
  13. End of Day: Reviewing Exterior Dallies
  14. Bonus Segment 1
  15. Bonus Segment 2

Reviews

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.

Kervin
 

This was a very informative class. It's great to see the thought process and solutions that go into a well executed scene.