Well I have two experimental films and a documentary that I’m proud to graduate college with, but now it’s narrative’s turn! It seems almost backwards to be learning all about narrative now but I feel that the timing is good and it just feels right. I’m so excited. I feel like having a blog for this film will help me stay organized and will help me with my assessment later.
So much to get done in so little time!
I had my first meeting with Andy yesterday and I’m so excited because he seems like an awesome person and was so encouraging. We talked about budgeting, and decided that shooting 16mm would be the best option because 35mm would be three times more expensive. We also talked about what crew members I need. I already have my DP, Chris Lymberis who worked with me on our documentary about transgender. Chris needs to find a key grip, first AC, and a gaffer. Brenda agreed to be my AD. I still need a sound person, a boom person, a production designer, and a costume designer. Following Shannon’s recommendation, I e-mailed some theatre professors and asked them to recommend exceptional students who are interested in costume designing and set design. Also, Meghann recommended Blake who worked on the Jaunt with her. I need someone to do location scouting and also someone to help me cast. Rachael seemed interested,
Andy is going to include my script with the other scripts his class has to produce. The three who choose my script with make this very organized binder for me as well as being on set for 2 days each (hopefully I can convince them to be there longer).
Andy also told me basic things that were good to know like that shooting two pages a day would be practical. So that means a 6 day shoot and 2 extra “just in case” days. Also, no longer than 12 hr days! Another important thing is that I’ll need at least 12 rolls of film.
My priorities are assembling a crew then:
1. Casting
2. Locations
3. Schedule
4. Budget
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