Monday, June 30, 2003
ROUGH CUT
Rob C. busted his a$$ and got me a rough cut of POTN. I'm watching it now! Really cool to see the credits. But even cooler is the story that came from my imagination 15 years ago, finally come to pass. It's now REAL.
There's also a trailer - here.
I have two weeks to give notes. I've already come up with over 30!
Rob C. busted his a$$ and got me a rough cut of POTN. I'm watching it now! Really cool to see the credits. But even cooler is the story that came from my imagination 15 years ago, finally come to pass. It's now REAL.
There's also a trailer - here.
I have two weeks to give notes. I've already come up with over 30!
Sunday, June 29, 2003
THAT'S A WRAP
Well, the final day of filming for POTN has come and gone. What an experience. The production staff, cast & crew were not only professional (for an amateur production) but went the extra mile in 92 degree heat to put forth their best performances. I have been assured by producer and editor that I'll have a rough cut with which to give director's notes within a few days. I then have 2 weeks to review the episode and give my notes for final editing. I could do this again, for sure. TV style directing is real journeyman's work - a chance to focus solely on honing your directing skills and set management without the worry or hassle of production management. I highly recommend it!
I should have a rough cut done in a few days. Then, I have two weeks to give the producers Director's notes before the final cut gets finished. It should be released sometime later in the summer.
I have to tell you that it's down right fascinating how the HF crew is able to create an episodic television fan series. I'm really proud to have been able to bring this story - which I wrote 15 years ago during the first season of Star Trek The Next Generation - and get it "on film." And now, after a decade and a hald, it's finally out of my head.
I hope that when it's released you will enjoy it. It's the second episode of the 4th season.
I'll let you guys know when. Meantime, you can catch previous episodes at the Hidden Frontier website.
Up next? Well, I've been working on THE SMUGGLER, however, Universal Studios will be having a tour guide film festival this year and Michele wants to produce FROM THE EARTH TO NEVADA with me directing. I'm all for that. So I reckon I'm shifting gears for that right now ...
Finaly tallies for POTN:
Production 402 "Piracy of the Noble"
Day 3, Principal Photography
Parts of scenes filmed: 20
Pages filmed: 8 3/8
Added scenes: 1
Cinematography setups: 56 planned, 47 actual
Raw stock
Used: 95 minutes today, 262 minutes overall
Remaining for directors edits: 40 minutes
Reserved for Post Group: 45 minutes
Shooting Call
Unit R (First Shot): 10:03a
Unit S (First Shot): 11:18a
Lunch: 12:38p-1:38p
Last Shot: 6:20p, Cast Wrap: 6:24p
Daily summary: 24 minutes behind schedule
Delays
11:33a-11:51a Lunch order verification for cast and crew
Rest breaks
2:33p-2:48p, 4:31p-4:41p, 5:28p-5:43p
Notes
Need to schedule rest break between 3:00p and 4:00p
Outdoor high temp: 92*F (2:28p)
Well, the final day of filming for POTN has come and gone. What an experience. The production staff, cast & crew were not only professional (for an amateur production) but went the extra mile in 92 degree heat to put forth their best performances. I have been assured by producer and editor that I'll have a rough cut with which to give director's notes within a few days. I then have 2 weeks to review the episode and give my notes for final editing. I could do this again, for sure. TV style directing is real journeyman's work - a chance to focus solely on honing your directing skills and set management without the worry or hassle of production management. I highly recommend it!
I should have a rough cut done in a few days. Then, I have two weeks to give the producers Director's notes before the final cut gets finished. It should be released sometime later in the summer.
I have to tell you that it's down right fascinating how the HF crew is able to create an episodic television fan series. I'm really proud to have been able to bring this story - which I wrote 15 years ago during the first season of Star Trek The Next Generation - and get it "on film." And now, after a decade and a hald, it's finally out of my head.
I hope that when it's released you will enjoy it. It's the second episode of the 4th season.
I'll let you guys know when. Meantime, you can catch previous episodes at the Hidden Frontier website.
Up next? Well, I've been working on THE SMUGGLER, however, Universal Studios will be having a tour guide film festival this year and Michele wants to produce FROM THE EARTH TO NEVADA with me directing. I'm all for that. So I reckon I'm shifting gears for that right now ...
Finaly tallies for POTN:
Production 402 "Piracy of the Noble"
Day 3, Principal Photography
Parts of scenes filmed: 20
Pages filmed: 8 3/8
Added scenes: 1
Cinematography setups: 56 planned, 47 actual
Raw stock
Used: 95 minutes today, 262 minutes overall
Remaining for directors edits: 40 minutes
Reserved for Post Group: 45 minutes
Shooting Call
Unit R (First Shot): 10:03a
Unit S (First Shot): 11:18a
Lunch: 12:38p-1:38p
Last Shot: 6:20p, Cast Wrap: 6:24p
Daily summary: 24 minutes behind schedule
Delays
11:33a-11:51a Lunch order verification for cast and crew
Rest breaks
2:33p-2:48p, 4:31p-4:41p, 5:28p-5:43p
Notes
Need to schedule rest break between 3:00p and 4:00p
Outdoor high temp: 92*F (2:28p)
Wednesday, June 25, 2003
Next up ... THE SMUGGLER
Looking forward, I got back to making my shot list for THE SMUGGLER last night. Lots of work! I've also lined up two storyboard artists. So things are moving forward, SLOWLY.
Looking forward, I got back to making my shot list for THE SMUGGLER last night. Lots of work! I've also lined up two storyboard artists. So things are moving forward, SLOWLY.
Monday, June 23, 2003
LAST DAY OF FILMING ...
This Saturday is the last day of filming for POTN. Thinking of having a screening party once it's in the can. Meanwhile, I have to keep focus on the task ahead and get the best performances I can.
Next is either THE SMUGGLER or THE JEDI'S APPRENTICE. And, of course, I still want to make FROM THE EARTH TO NEVADA.
This Saturday is the last day of filming for POTN. Thinking of having a screening party once it's in the can. Meanwhile, I have to keep focus on the task ahead and get the best performances I can.
Next is either THE SMUGGLER or THE JEDI'S APPRENTICE. And, of course, I still want to make FROM THE EARTH TO NEVADA.
Thursday, June 19, 2003
LOOKING AHEAD...
Have started prepping my THE SMUGGLER short. Breaking down the script, getting an idea of shot lists, etc. I may have a storyboard guy to work with. Waiting to hear about that. I have already cast three parts.
I also have MY NOVEL, which I'm getting back to this week!
I've got miles to go before I sleep.
Have started prepping my THE SMUGGLER short. Breaking down the script, getting an idea of shot lists, etc. I may have a storyboard guy to work with. Waiting to hear about that. I have already cast three parts.
I also have MY NOVEL, which I'm getting back to this week!
I've got miles to go before I sleep.
Tuesday, June 17, 2003
DAY TWO OF FILMING
Day Two of filming POTN came and went with a flash. We ended up wrapping over an hour ahead of schedule and the producer says that this episode is bound to be a fan favorite. I saw a rough cut of day one and I see what he means! VERY HAPPY.
One day to go.
Production 402 "Piracy of the Noble"
Day 2, Principal Photography
Full cast wrap times: 33 minutes AHEAD of schedule (lowered from sixty-six to reflect early start time and shorter lunch break)
Parts of scenes filmed: 16
Pages filmed: 7 5/8
Added scenes: 3
Cinematography setups: 42 planned, 45 actual
Raw stock:
Used: 43 minutes today, 174 minutes overall
Remaining: 180 minutes (120 for Units R & S, 60 for Post Group)
Shooting Call:
Unit S (First Shot): 9:34a
Lunch: 12:48p-1:41p
Unit R (First Shot): 2:17p
Last Shot: 4:21p, Cast Wrap: 4:24p
Notes:
Indoor studio high temp: 12:00p - 97*F, 3:00p - 101*F.
Day Two of filming POTN came and went with a flash. We ended up wrapping over an hour ahead of schedule and the producer says that this episode is bound to be a fan favorite. I saw a rough cut of day one and I see what he means! VERY HAPPY.
One day to go.
Production 402 "Piracy of the Noble"
Day 2, Principal Photography
Full cast wrap times: 33 minutes AHEAD of schedule (lowered from sixty-six to reflect early start time and shorter lunch break)
Parts of scenes filmed: 16
Pages filmed: 7 5/8
Added scenes: 3
Cinematography setups: 42 planned, 45 actual
Raw stock:
Used: 43 minutes today, 174 minutes overall
Remaining: 180 minutes (120 for Units R & S, 60 for Post Group)
Shooting Call:
Unit S (First Shot): 9:34a
Lunch: 12:48p-1:41p
Unit R (First Shot): 2:17p
Last Shot: 4:21p, Cast Wrap: 4:24p
Notes:
Indoor studio high temp: 12:00p - 97*F, 3:00p - 101*F.
Tuesday, June 03, 2003
THE WONDER YEARS
These days, I'm feeling like Kevin Arnold's father. Stuck in a job he couldn't care less about so that he can provide for the family. Hope I don't end up being viewed like the "grumpy old man" by my boy. That would make taking one for the team damn near unbearable.
Thank God I can pursue the dream in my spare time. Wait a minute, I have a toddler. WHAT SPARE TIME?
PS - Tonight, I get to see a rough cut for the plateau scene in POTN.
These days, I'm feeling like Kevin Arnold's father. Stuck in a job he couldn't care less about so that he can provide for the family. Hope I don't end up being viewed like the "grumpy old man" by my boy. That would make taking one for the team damn near unbearable.
Thank God I can pursue the dream in my spare time. Wait a minute, I have a toddler. WHAT SPARE TIME?
PS - Tonight, I get to see a rough cut for the plateau scene in POTN.
