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Jeff
Sulivan relaxes between setups and inspects his violin. Jeff’s unique
playing style lends an incredible ethereal/energetic composition that truly
defines EMVF
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drummer and percussionist David Sears stands in position during final
blocking. David Sears, a veteran player who has studied from greats like
Ginger Baker, Ed Shannessy and Freddy Gruber, is surrounded by a rare
stainless steel drum set with a complete compliment of temple blocks,
chimes, gongs, and church bell.
2nd
assistant cameraman Laura Thompson stands by Camera “A” prepared with the
tedious task of bump slating during a roll as the scene progresses.
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Steve Chandler sits and observes the set and meditates on his creative
input.
Steadicam
operator John Radzik stands by with the pellicle handheld 65mm mounted on
his steadicam rig. With a full 500 foot load combined with camera it weighs
around 33lbs. A very uncomfortable and hard rig to handle that John flew
brilliantly and with professionalism.
Hard
charging 2nd Assistant cameraman Siddhartha Abbazi stands by Camera “A”.
Sidd was additionally responsible for loading all mags as well assisting
Camera “B” on technocrane.
2nd
assistant cameraman Tom Miligin moves Camera “A” to new position. Tom and
Matt Petrosky dedicated additional time to making sure all cameras were
ready through a week long prep before shooting.
2nd
Assistant cameraman John Orphan and large format specialist James Dickson
discuss the features of the pellicle handheld 65mm. James Dickson is a long
time veteran of large format like Showscan and the Circlevision rig.
System
65 Camera on crane silhouetted by a leeko.
System
65 Camera on crane silhouetted by a leeko.
2nd
System “65” Camera “A” on dolly.
The
gate on the system 65mm.
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stands ready off camera.
Makeup
team Brekkon Wigginton and Kelly Rosvold discuss the current setup. Their
combined talents, efforts and professionalism helped keep talent ready for
camera with minimal loss of time.