Whether you’re an editor, sound editor, Foley artist, compositor, VFX specialist or work in any profession related to the post-production process, this is the place to discuss, share content and offer tips and advice on your chosen craft of the business in general
Last night I watched this AWESOME video breaking down the evolution of the VFX process used when making The Planet of the Apes reboot franchise and how they approached the VFX for the new Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. It's honestly not my favorite franchise. I think the movies are fun, some I e...
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I've been following this and it does feel like a gamechanger for big live sporting events and possibly adventure series and probably a lot that I am not thinking of. What are you thoughts on this and what other ways can you see this tech being used for broadcasts? https://www.telecomtv.com/content/p...
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I thought this video was AWESOME! Niko from Corridor Crew breaks down the behind-the-scenes of their latest video, Graymatter. Specifically, he shares how he created a digital infinite hallway to give the eery feeling of a Lovecraftian setting!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaGcLhhhbDs...
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This is so cool, Ashley Renee Smith ! I agree that Non-Euclidian geometry is scary -- I remember dreams I had as a young child with staircases that went nowhere and other settings that looked like the...
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Reminds me of the Escherian Staircase we have here at RIT.
I have more anxiety dreams than any other and that sounds exactly like one that I’ve had before, William Joseph Hill!
This new to me Ashley Renee Smith
That is a crazy concept to play with, definitely something to mess with your head.
Hey, Post-Pros!
There are 2 FREE Stage 32 in-person networking meetups coming up this Thursday, June 13th! I'm including links to the meetup pages for you all below. If you live in any of these cities or are nearby, be sure to RSVP and seize this opportunity to meet with other creatives in person and...
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These are both gonna be great meetups. I hope everyone in my network in Austin and Phoenix shows up!
I LOVED this week's VFX Artists React on Corridor Crew, because they finally started talking about Amazon's new Fallout series, which I enjoyed so much!
What are your thoughts on the VFX that they discussed?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GeWq6WzGNag...
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FALLOUT FANATIC HERE Ashley Renee Smith
Same here, Mark Deuce!
I love watching recut trailers. Has anyone made a recut trailer? If so, do you have any tips for making them?...
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This was hilarious. Thanks for sharing!
You're welcome, Maia Buljeta. I'd watch an "Elf" type Thriller movie!
Oh same here. Elf is one of my all-time favorites. I even went to the movie theater last December to watch it!!!!
I guess I am curious about people's experiences. Did you learn (Adobe, Maya, Davinci, Blender, Final Cut, Nuke, Avid) at school? Did you teach yourself? Follow a tutorial online? Or did you just wing it on the job?
Sam Sokolow - I remember seeing Premiere on an iMac 27 in Mac Lab at EKU; it's pretty user friendly; Looked like it has great Video and Audio components.
Kerry Kennard - it does. I'm a true novice editor and I am amazed at what I can accomplish on Premiere.
Sam Sokolow - I’ve used iMovie for my drum videos; it’s good … but think Premiere is better handling the Video and Audio together. !!
Started with Final Cut, editing my kids' sports videos, then segued to Premiere Pro and had a talented Editor friend give me a bootcamp-style 2-day training to get underway with a feature film. (I als...
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Hey! I learned some of the software I know in film school, but a bunch of it I actually learned on YouTube! Here’s the link to my free filmmaking guide, free creativity podcast, 50-page free Adobe Cre...
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Would love to hear from post-production folks or producers on how you've been incorporating AI into your post production flow. Any pros? cons? tips? discoveries? I'm curious how everyone is approaching all these new tools that are available.
I use this one https://vocalremover.org
At a Film meeting, a guy showed the difference from before and after w some software last year.
It was interesting and … a little disturbing… as it was for scary type of scene. Also it was more thinne...
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Great ask Amanda Toney, for creators with big ideas, limited funds, and no patrons; only these tools can get our projects finished and available to our intended (niche?) audience.
To be honest, if I could have an AI create a fast and dirty assembly edit of a movie while I'm shooting, that would be most beneficial. Just to have a starting point. I have strong opinions on editing...
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Jeez, Amanda, is AI even Reel?
The Stage32 community welcomes every level of skill and experience to learn and to share so that everyone can be better at what it is that they do. What is the number one tip that you would give to someone just getting into Post-Production? It could be any aspect of post production, but add a little...
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I can't remember what show I got this from but my #1 tip is simply this "Trust but verify". I can remember so many occasions where I thought something was done that would make post so easy, and it was...
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Try to adjust the way you watch content. If you're just starting out, watch some of your favorite movies and shows with specific attention to the editing. Pay attention to where the cuts are, the editing choices that are being made, how the editing affects the story and character beats, etc.
I’ve been working on 2 different music - audio pieces. In writing / editing- leave room in the music for more editing between verse / chorus.
One of my pieces written is a String / drum-Percussion pie...
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Try to become a complete filmmaker. The more you understand not just writing and directing, but basics of cinematography, editing, sound design, and music, the less daunting post-production will be. I...
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This video offers an interesting deep dive into the backgrounds and comparisons of using Marmoset Toolbag and/or Keyshot.
Do you use either program and if so, which do you prefer and why?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dsruq8BENGs...
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Interesting. I don't work primarily as a 3D artist but these tools were both new to me. I have never seen them used in a film pipeline. These days real-time render in film is Unreal Engine dominated....
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Certainly interesting!
A very interesting comparison between two different styles of editing and framing. Certainly something to consider if you also create your content as well as when working with others. Which style do you prefer?
https://youtu.be/VITjAkrzzzc?si=bcJmrgtEvXtsCxeT...
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This is a great watch. I saw a whole doc on the making of Fury Road and the DP reiterated that every moment of the shoot was about center framing. One of my favorite action films and truly fascinating...
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This is so interesting! I'm not sure I necessarily prefer one style over the other because I think it's dependent on what feels right for the particular project or story. But it's really interesting to get a closer look like this.
I also watched this excellent video as I subscribe to his channel. It does bring to forefront how many filmmakers I see ruin their films by failing to understand eyelines, framing, screen direction, c...
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Hey, All!
Don't miss out on tomorrow's fantastic AMA with Arhynn Descy, Acclaimed Film Composer, Producer, and Stage 32 Thought Leader (SEA OF LIES, EYE FOR AN EYE, BLANK) in the Composing Lounge! Arhynn is sharing her time with us to answer YOUR questions about "Composer Workflows: Why They're Impor...
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Thank you, looks like this will be another great AMA!
Yes, some great points Xochi Blymyer -
She has good ideas. I left. Long post. Hopefully, I’ll hear something back.
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I might have seen 1st movie.
I watched up to the 30-40 mins part in CGI.
With all the video editing out there, I think it would be hard to tell if it’s CGI or real filmed areas.
- since they’ll probably be some within the
Created CGI.
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Nice to meet you Ashley. The VFX work was good on the Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. Be sure to read about my screenplay titled Charger.
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this is amazing Ashley Renee Smith !! thanks for the share
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I'm glad you enjoyed it, Chase Cysco!
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very nice share