The idea was suggested simply enough. Boy get girl. We used this classic idea as a jumping off point for the story. The boy tries all kinds of outlandish things that are out of his character to get her attention. In the end he makes a genuine connection with her while just being himself.
I am thankful the first day that Jill discouraged us from acting in our own films. I would have missed out on an incredible experience as a director. Staying behind the camera let me remove my self from the moment and actually watch the footage as it was being captured. I was also concerned that good quality talent would be hard to come by. And I couldn't stand to let this project go down the toilet. I relaxed a bit once we started casting.
We found the most amazing leads. They were excited and fit the story perfectly. When our actors were cast Everything came together. They helped us to develop more complex character relationships and inspired us add depth to the story. Being behind the camera, directing lighting and organizing talent to show up was intense. The filming went on for 3 nights but the shoot felt more like a week.
I am thankful the first day that Jill discouraged us from acting in our own films. I would have missed out on an incredible experience as a director. Staying behind the camera let me remove my self from the moment and actually watch the footage as it was being captured. I was also concerned that good quality talent would be hard to come by. And I couldn't stand to let this project go down the toilet. I relaxed a bit once we started casting.
We found the most amazing leads. They were excited and fit the story perfectly. When our actors were cast Everything came together. They helped us to develop more complex character relationships and inspired us add depth to the story. Being behind the camera, directing lighting and organizing talent to show up was intense. The filming went on for 3 nights but the shoot felt more like a week.
On the first night of shooting we were caught off guard by the percentage of time we had to spend setting up and taking down equipment. Our naivety had led us to believe that we could finish 50+ shots in one night. We stupidly called all the actors to the set at the beginning of the night, then started setting up. People were everywhere without anything to do. Some got bored and left before we had the chance to film them. Scheduling shots according to talent availability was by far the most stressful task.
From this first night we learned from our mistakes somewhat. The shots where decided on and we blocked then called in only the leads for lighting. Then at the last second brought in the extras and let them leave just as quickly. Everything went smoothly after that.
I had no idea coming into this how long it would take or how difficult it would be. I loved every bit of it though and I'm sad that's it's over.
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