I easily managed to arrive at the film location on time with my gear only to discover that the key to the building was not to be found. A phone call brought a spare key down after a while, but it broke off in the lock. More phone calls finally brought a handyman who had a key and we were off and running, but only after sitting in the van for two hours. Being so much behind schedule put a bit of a rush on things and the flurry of activity progressed non-stop until I was able to proclaim, “That’s a wrap.” In spite of the fact that I’ve been doing video for about two years now, this was my very first production of a narrative drama. Now it’s “in the can,” in post-production, and I’m confronted face to face with all the mistakes of commission and omission of which I was and am guilty. My cast and crew performed well beyond what could be expected from amateurs. Quite stellar, I think. I think I can make something with the material we created. Non-linear editing programs are quite wonderful. For your enjoyment: a few still from yesterdays shoot.
