30 Questions
What is a crucial consideration when planning a film shoot abroad?
Awareness of local laws and customs
What is the primary focus of a storyteller when they are unsure about what is important to their story?
The creative possibilities and narrative development
What can be a limitation to creative control in filmmaking?
The unfolding chain of events captured on camera
Why is it essential to plan ahead when filming abroad?
To ensure a smoother passage for the film crew
What is the primary goal of an investigative film?
To probe the seamier side of life and shock the audience
What might be a necessary arrangement when filming in a foreign country?
Local fixers and interpreters
What is the result of using integrity in storytelling?
A story that is honest and straightforward
What should be considered when planning a film shoot abroad to avoid potential miscommunication?
All of the above
Why might it be unwise to film in a war zone or area of civil unrest?
It may pose a safety risk to the crew
Why is it important to consider combining imagination and innovation in storytelling?
To make a film that stands out from the crowd
What is the key to telling a story that stands out from the crowd?
Combining imagination and innovation
What should be arranged in advance when filming abroad?
All of the above
What type of imagery is used to reflect an abstract timelessness in recreations of performances by great magicians?
Diffused imagery
What is used in place of photographs in theatre programmes, press clippings, and billboards?
Recreated moving imagery or archive footage
What is the source of detailed information on the craft and history of magic?
Hundreds of books and memorabilia
What is the primary focus of the Smoke and Mirrors series?
The art of magic and its practitioners
What is the atmosphere maintained in the recreations of performances by great magicians?
A sense of mystery, suspense, and drama
What is the significance of the lives of great magicians, according to the creators of Smoke and Mirrors?
They are a testament to integrity, resourcefulness, and ingenuity
What is the main purpose of the communication hit list?
To avoid misunderstandings during the production
What can be seen in the background of the INT DAVID'S FLAT Night scene?
A set covered in graffiti and broken furniture
What is the significance of the '18 INT DAVID'S FLAT Day FACING WINDOW & DOOR' scene?
It is a daytime scene with a specific camera angle
What is the role of the first assistant director in the production team?
To support the director in overseeing the production
Why is it important to communicate with the location owners and proprietors?
To get permission to use their location
What is the purpose of the 'BREAK FOR PAINTING OF SCENE FLATS' instruction?
To pause the production to paint the scene flats
What is the primary reason to discuss visual treatment early on in the filmmaking process?
To ensure the camerawork and lighting team share the filmmaker's vision
When is it often best to finalize a film's visual treatment?
In the editing stage, after filming is complete
What is a key benefit of distributing a shooting schedule to the assembled group?
To provoke debate and raise concerns about the filming process
What can recce photographs and rough 'floor plans' help answer?
Questions about the filming schedule and logistics
What might be a consequence of deciding on a specific visual treatment during the meeting?
Additional edit days and cost implications
Who should share the filmmaker's vision for visual treatment?
The camerawork and lighting teams, as well as others involved in the process
Learn about the essential considerations when planning a film shoot abroad, including logistics, accommodations, and contingency planning.
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