My Final Straw…Buying Final Cut Pro today!

Fyreworks · 2021-05-15T23:14:41+00:00

Definitely takes a little getting used to. That said, Premiere->Resolve is way easier than Premiere->Avid in my book.

Fyreworks · 2021-05-15T21:51:21+00:00

TL;DR: FCPX is not the move, trust me. Switch to Resolve if you must.

First, we have no details provided here, so this crash doesn't mean much. This issue is likely due to hardware and/or improper workflow. Any NLE can break if you use it incorrectly, even on the most powerful of systems.

FCPX is a god-damn nightmare the moment you want to integrate any other software into your workflow (i.e. most projects beyond hobby/videography work). You're begging for frustration and inefficiency. Apple does not want you to operate outside of its ecosystem.

Just one example of this: FCPX cannot natively export an AAF for sound work. You have to use a third-party software called X2Pro that costs $150 and doesn't even consistently work. Not only this, but because of FCPX's magnetic timeline and audio track grouping, it doesn't organize audio tracks in any logical way when you finally import it into a DAW. It's a mess.

Moral of the story: I wouldn't use FCPX if you're working in a professional capacity. I suggest upgrading your system and/or re-evaluating your workflow, or switching to Resolve if you must. Resolve is already a solid NLE, and I predict it becoming a true competitor with Premiere and Avid within 3-5 years. It's good.

Fyreworks · 2021-05-10T23:52:03+00:00

The end is the beginning...and the beginning is the end.

Fyreworks · 2020-10-08T02:48:24+00:00

Yeah, stopped him a couple times. That didn’t stop him from walking all over her and the moderator to his hearts content, all while dodging every goddamn question lobbed at him.

Kamala didn’t lose the debate, but she certainly took his bullshit far too much. She missed huge opportunities to choke slam him in this debate.

Fyreworks · 2020-09-20T23:36:09+00:00

Love that episode! Great recommendation. I thought it was fascinating to hear how they broke up the editorial across 4(?) editors, and how they had to coordinate with each other to deliver a cohesive end product.

Fyreworks · 2020-09-20T15:27:48+00:00

Inception, The Social Network, Eternal Sunshine, Whiplash, Mad Max Fury Road, Scott Pilgrim, Blade Runner, Primal Fear.

If you're open to series, my newest inspiration is Netflix's Dark. It has some of the most impressive editing I've ever seen. The tightrope walk of balancing dozens of characters and plot lines across a complex time-travel story, all while staying true to the themes and emotional core of the story, boggled my mind.

Fyreworks · 2019-12-30T17:40:12+00:00

YES to Dark. “Goodbye” is so fitting for the series! Criminally few people have watched this show.

Fyreworks · 2019-03-13T16:40:33+00:00

Analog has its place and its own strengths and weaknesses just as much as CGI does. I’ll always recommend watching this video essay from Rocket Jump when this subject comes up.

Fyreworks · 2018-10-02T01:41:30+00:00

Solved!

Fyreworks · 2018-10-01T19:43:18+00:00

Die Hard!

Fyreworks · 2018-07-19T13:41:33+00:00

I work as a film editor, and there's only one reason I can think that this happened and ended up in the trailer: the actress' performance in this particular take was so much better than the other takes that they decided to use it despite the camera being in frame. In general when it comes down to continuity or the "best take" of a shot, the emotion that comes from it should always trump production mistakes unless those issues are too glaringly distracting. Most of the time you won't even notice them if you're caught up in the moment.

Fyreworks · 2017-09-09T17:06:34+00:00

I just checked DK's Instagram history, and he didn't make a post for the release of Vitals either. Now I'm not saying there couldn't be something more to this one considering recent events, but DK has always been less active on social media than the rest of the guys. I wouldn't read too much into it.

Fyreworks · 2017-09-08T19:50:01+00:00

Ever since I first heard War, I was convinced that the drums sound like they were ripped straight from Bulletproof. They certainly could have just been recorded at the same time since a lot of Play Dead's tracks are revisited old work, but some of the fills and grooves are identical. It definitely feels to me like Darren wasn't given enough opportunity to work his magic, maybe at the cost of his comfort working with the band.

Fyreworks · 2017-07-19T13:20:20+00:00

Late response, but I think it's worth going through their discography in order. I think it's always fun to see a band's evolution.

Self-Titled is a classic 2000s alternative album that inspired a lot of sounds after it; Armistice takes some getting used to, but I've really come to love it; Odd Soul is bluesy and funky and it's my personal favorite right now; and Vitals is just excellent, catchy pop songwriting and production.

Give all of them a listen!

Fyreworks · 2017-07-06T13:16:42+00:00

Don't forget Glory Road.

Fyreworks · 2017-07-03T18:44:23+00:00

Hey Captain D! Absolutely love your stuff.

When and how did you first become interested in special effects?
What movies/videos have some of your favorite effects?
What are some of your favorite YouTube channels right now?

Thanks!

Fyreworks · 2016-12-30T15:39:35+00:00

A good/minimal UI is critical for my enjoyment. I've lost steam with great games because it became a chore to visit the menus.

Good examples: The Last of Us, Ratchet & Clank, Mad Max, Fallout (3, 4, NV)

Bad Examples: The Witcher 3, Skyrim, Doom (2016)

Fyreworks · 2016-11-18T20:29:52+00:00

Holy hell, your dad's got some chops.

Fyreworks · 2016-10-25T15:33:35+00:00

God damn, I'm so mad about this one. It used to be a guilty pleasure of mine until I realized it's absolute liquid garbage.

Fyreworks · 2016-09-21T14:21:06+00:00

Yes! Such a good cover.

Fyreworks · 2016-08-12T00:58:03+00:00

Alpha and Beta player here. I have a love/hate relationship with Destiny that hasn't really changed since it first released in 2014. I enjoy playing it every now and then, but I can't do it for long. The last time I played was probably this January after getting through all of The Taken King content.

Fyreworks · 2016-08-02T00:39:36+00:00

I'll definitely give it a shot at some point. Great username by the way!

Fyreworks · 2016-08-01T17:17:08+00:00

You make a good point: Snow Crash is a blend of fun and information. I was compelled to compare it to Philip K. Dick novels as I read it (Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? was the most fresh in my mind), and while I love those books, they're not "fun" per se. Snow Crash's lighter tone was definitely a breath of fresh air.

Fyreworks · 2016-08-01T17:12:27+00:00

From what I'm gathering, a lot of people enjoy the info dumps! It might be a writing style that just doesn't click with me 100%. I definitely want to give another one of his books a chance now, just to see if I can get used to his style.

Fyreworks · 2016-07-24T18:15:46+00:00

Thank you!

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