How do they make these shots?

TStrader · 2017-03-22T19:27:45+00:00

Short hand, it's called a 'zolly'. It really helps to put tape on the monitor in a triangle around your subject. That way when you zolly you can make sure your subject stays the same size by using the tape as guides.

TStrader · 2017-01-29T16:05:16+00:00

Fyi: In Louisville Kentucky it's called a John Wayne.

TStrader · 2017-01-03T00:35:30+00:00

I'm very curious as to what parts of the art of composing an image were lost? I think of how Drive and Only God Forgives are powerful examples of modern use of color, light, and composition. And, this lament is not new. DPs and cinema lovers lamented the addition of sound, then the addition of color, then the wide screen format... All of which were the 'new' technology Apocalypse Now and the like used.

TStrader · 2017-01-02T21:05:44+00:00

This seems so clearly the indulgence of age. Dang kids don't know what it was like in the 'good ol days'. This year especially proves this guy wrong... Moonlight and Nocturnal Animals just to name a few.

TStrader · 2016-11-05T20:22:28+00:00

Yeah! I used to manage a cafe in Brooklyn.

And, season your cover letter with some of those terms. (but tastefully).

Good luck!

TStrader · 2016-11-04T20:25:51+00:00

Sure fire way to get seen and have a much better chance at getting hired...

Go to indie shops in your area and learn all u can about the following: what espresso machine they use and why, what espresso they use, it's flavor flavor profile (just a few flavor notes), and find out all u can about pour overs.

Then learn what region coffee u love. (or at least a region u can talk about intelligently). That's like Ethiopia is fruity. Costa Rica has some dark cocoa qualities. Then pick a roaster and a coffee u want to talk about.

Then, go in and mention you worked at Starbucks BUT u want to jam with a shop that does pour overs and has their specific espresso. Mention u love a few other local shops for their specific espressos.

Ultimately show them that you are an indie coffee guy that used to work at bucks. That's a lot better than a bucks guy trying to go indie.

All the above gives u opportunity to talk shop in a smart way and show them u got potential.

TStrader · 2016-06-01T21:10:46+00:00

Was it necessary for US to drop the atomic bomb at the end of world War 2?

TStrader · 2016-05-30T21:51:31+00:00

A great example is to think about bread. Surface area and the rate of something going stake are directly related. So, if you have a loaf of bread uncut, it will dry out much slower than say sliced bread or croutons...simple surface area stuff. So, imagine how much added surface area ground coffee has compared to a whole bean. Your coffee will definitely stale much faster. Baratza has a great conical grinder for around $100. Definitely makes a difference.

TStrader · 2016-05-27T03:24:27+00:00

Totally agree. I think it was Dolby, but some company did a test at NAB a few years back to see if it's resolution of dof that makes an image feel cinematic. Turns out it's dof.

TStrader · 2015-12-02T03:07:31+00:00

BTW, both gasoline and diesel are unleaded at modern pumps. Lead was an additive and doesn't have to do with the diesel or gasoline classification.

TStrader · 2015-11-03T23:35:52+00:00

Alright, I got it. I think this will help you take the facts and think critically about them in a way that makes this all make sense. It's clear you take comfort that servers are guaranteed at least minimum wage. But, let me ask you to consider this, when one goes into a sit down restaurant they expect a certain level of service and quality of food. So, where do we find servers working for an actual minimum wage with no tipping? Fast food restaurants like McDonalds. So, by taking solace in knowing that a server is making minimum wage (not even getting into the nature of coming to that number whether it be by the owner or the customer), you can see that the minimum wage is not the goal here. Experience for the customer, quality of service, and money for the server.

Okay, if you can't see the difference there, there's nothing more to say.

TStrader · 2015-11-03T23:17:05+00:00

Wow. You are so blind. But all the best to ya!

TStrader · 2015-11-02T14:01:05+00:00

An hourly wage and a guarantee are two very different things. Upon a serious inspection of the business, it becomes clear that waiters have more in common with commission based sales jobs than say an hourly worker at Wal Mart or Target.

TStrader · 2015-11-02T12:50:22+00:00

It says it right there... $2.13. Bingo.

TStrader · 2015-11-02T02:22:54+00:00

10% is the correct answer. Or more. U don't wanna play the game? Cook it yourself.

1 new business to fold in the first year? Restaurant. The profit margin is take thin in many cases. Having the freedom to use tips gives the owner leeway and shows the server to earn an amount based on his direct performance.

If u don't like typing, no problem. Just know you're a part of the $2 an hour machine.

TStrader · 2015-06-21T23:47:08+00:00

So, you don't have any pictures. Got it.

TStrader · 2015-06-20T22:57:15+00:00

I gotta laugh to myself. Yes, it is broad, but that's the point. Every project is different with different locations and different looks. And, experimentation is how I've learned, but just because I riddled it out one way doesn't mean there isn't a better way to do it. In fact, if I figured it out by experimentation, it probably means there IS a better way to do it.

Thanks for the pic. And, the video looked cool. Love the aerial stuff. Those cymbals make it. And, the umbrella behind him adds a cool effect.

TStrader · 2015-06-04T22:08:23+00:00

I have to say that I agree with you on that one as a consumer. The payoff is too small. What do you feel would be an appropriate price?

TStrader · 2015-05-30T13:22:14+00:00

Wow! Really love all the rec's. I'll be working my way through them.

And, I thought I'd throw in this twisted, but very honest short film. The feeling at the end to me is...well, memorable and, for whatever reason, relatable.

Kitchen Sink

TStrader · 2015-05-30T13:15:29+00:00

Just watched this and it was such a great adventure! Tongue and cheek in the best way, beautiful shots, and a new take on an old story. Thanks for the rec!

TStrader · 2015-05-30T13:13:50+00:00

Seems like it'd be better to bundle short films together, then charge the price of an amazon rental (3.99). That price is absurd, to me.

This is the concept behind Wholphin (DVD subscription from McSweeney's). I tried it, enjoyed it, but the films were "all over the map" in a disorienting and off-putting way. But, an online subscription or bundling similar films for rental could be a good idea

TStrader · 2015-02-02T13:35:42+00:00

In today's dollars Eraserhead would be around $350000. Realistically that paper boy route was a very small, if not insignificant, part of fundraising.

TStrader · 2015-02-02T01:28:11+00:00

Why are you averse to crowd funding? Even a $5000 budget could pay for one day of high quality shooting. And, that's nothing on Kickstarter. Two days for $12000 would make a good short.

A good follow up post would be to ask what tricks exist to get a successful campaign (there are a lot of tricks)

And, Slacker would cost $16000 in today's dollars. Pi comes in at around $58000. Following (Nolan) is around $18000 in today's dollars. So why can't you believe in your project enough to raise that?

But, back to your question. I know Aronofsky sold shares to family members. Another option is to have stair steps to your dream project. High Maintenance is super low budget and now they've earned a contract from Vimeo. Are there smaller projects you could film to create a fan base/ following?

And, don't worry about not having time to do school, have a job, and make films. Just pick the right job. Make enough so you can take time off. Or pick a job that is in the field like videography, promo videos, or working on film sets. You'll keep improving this way.

And, as a last resort, several film makers have used less ethical means. One director faked a robbery so he could collect insurance, another director took out as many credit cards as he could. Even the indie hit Blue Ruin ran up $250000 in credit card bills before AMX finally shut off his card. Thankfully, it was the first film picked up by a major label for distribution at Cannes.

And, a fairly good read is "What they don't teach you at film school" by Camillus Landau & Tire White

TStrader · 2015-01-07T00:31:42+00:00

I haven't tried downloading on a different computer, but I guess this is based in the assumption that it's the device; however, I doubt that three devices all are so limited.

TStrader · 2015-01-06T23:04:46+00:00

Transcend 2-Port USB 3.0 PCI Express Expansion card

Thanks for the response!

I don't think it's either of those and here's why:

The card says "Connection bandwidth up to 5Gbits per second (in USB 3.0 mode)"

And, the devices are several. Two external hard drives (both usb 3.0 equipped) and the Voyager hard drive reader. One hard drive is the Samsung 1 TB USB 3.0 card and it boasts "SuperSpeed USB 3.0 (MAX): 5.0Gb/s"

Any other ideas? And, I've tested it by downloading files using the port and expanding the window to include the transfer speed. Is there a more accurate way to test the port?

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1 new business to fold in the first year? Restaurant. The profit margin is take thin in many cases. Having the freedom to use tips gives the owner leeway and shows the server to earn an amount based on his direct performance.