https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7 en-us 2023-12-20 00:54:49 UTC 2024-01-14 03:40:27 UTC hello@padlet.com etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832856944 Scene: 9 House Party

The empty alcohol bottles were left over from the previous day if filming at a primary location. 
I panicked when it was time for me to dress the table for the party scene. I wanted it to look as authentic as possible and decided it was best to look up some images for inspiration.

I liked how there wasn't a lot of items needed to achieve this end of party look.]]> 2023-12-23 15:17:02 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832856944 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832858834 2023-12-23 15:21:25 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832858834 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832858836 However, I only used the empty bottles and plastic cups along with a crew members smoking paraphernalia.
The layout looked too organized and disingenuous of a student party.
I didn't think about asking to use additional items from the kitchen and I am overall disappointed with how the table ended up looking.]]> 2023-12-23 15:21:25 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832858836 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832882811 I was excited to be a background actor and was initially told only my back would be in shot. However due to the angle the camera was set at it wouldn't be visible.
The director asked me to change my stance from standing to sitting meaning that my face would be in the scene. Even after the change in levels I still wasn't in shot. I leaned towards Jerome until my face was on the screen and we came up with the idea for me to react to Jerome as he was loudly reciting his lines into my ear. We had to shoot it a few times one of them being my lack of reaction to Jerome.]]> 2023-12-23 16:14:58 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832882811 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832893222 As we were a skeleton crew and cast I was temorarily responsible for the slate for the scene 9 shots that I wasn't in. I had a lot of fun and I was very eager to do it. Whilst we were setting up for the next shot I asked and written the scene number, shot, and take number. I did however forget to write the name of the director and camera people.


]]> 2023-12-23 16:37:51 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832893222 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832894255 The tablecloth was way too long for the table so we folded it in half. Although I only had one bottle and a few plastic cups, myself and our producer saw some items in the location managers recycling bin. We took out empty drinks and food containers and Thomas found a three more alcohol bottles. Our director once again provided us with smoking paraphernalia. 
I tried to make it as unorganized as possible whilst also trying my best to not catch any brand logos on camera.]]> 2023-12-23 16:40:05 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832894255 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832896119 I purchased some cups in preparation for the reshoot.]]> 2023-12-23 16:44:07 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832896119 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832896868 The director asked for a fun tablecloth for scene 9. I searched through a few options and eventually decided on this and ordered it.]]> 2023-12-23 16:45:57 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832896868 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832918402 I was thinking of ways to add some more character and believability to the house party scene. I wasn't sure what kind of party it was and thought maybe I could fill in any gaps with foil confetti. I contacted our director to ensure they approved of my choices. I am very thankful I did as they wanted it to just be a student house party and foil confetti wouldn't be appropriate.]]> 2023-12-23 17:35:44 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832918402 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832919341 I was unprepared when I was told I would be responsible for Hattie's makeup. I used this photo as a reference and asked her what makeup Grace had previously used for her. I wasn't very confident but Hattie bought her own makeup and talked me through the steps. I was closely supervised by the assistant director and a production cordinator. The latter of the two stepped in when I struggled with blusher and the finishing touches.]]> 2023-12-23 17:38:00 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832919341 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832984894 We were filming night scenes during the day so we needed to ensure there was minimal daylight. One of our location managers had put up this bin liner on the back door ( pictured above) and I put one on the front. I put the bin liner on the ou side of the front door in case it was picked up on camera. Unfortunately, I hadn't evenly covered the window and there was a patch that wasn't as dark as the rest. I ran out of tape and asked if we had any more but everyone was satisfied with what I'd done so I left it.]]> 2023-12-23 20:35:19 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832984894 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832993422 Scene 6 called for posters so I thought I'd print a few out at home. My idea was to use these movie posters and I printed them out. Soon after I realized these are copywriten and we wouldn't be able to use them. Regrettably, I didn't leave myself enough time to come up with any replacements. Although frustrating it was a good reminder to ensure I have everything sorted well in advance to avoid these issues in the future.]]> 2023-12-23 21:06:39 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2832993422 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2833002373 I found out the actors were going to wear their own clothes. I was thrown off guard but now I know I need to discuss whether or not costumes will be bought or self provided with the director next time.
I thought about what costume would be best suited for me as an extra in the party and discussed it with the rest of my department.
This is my costume I came up with as it's suitable for the time period and this sort of attire can usually be seen in student night life.]]> 2023-12-23 21:47:08 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2833002373 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2833016622 We had a full cast and crew meeting discussing how far each department had gotten and what else needed to be done. Also, I was asked to be an extra for scene 9 which I happily agreed to.]]> 2023-12-23 23:21:36 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2833016622 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2833018067 We were each asked to select a time for a brief ten minute interview to discuss what roles we would prefer. I said I preferred to do props/set dressing as I had done it the previous year and enjoyed it. I also prefrenced doing costume but I was flexible to do hair if needed. I did disclose that I wasn't great at hair and makeup but would do my best.

We got our roles the same day and fortunately I was given props/set dressing and costume. ]]> 2023-12-23 23:34:52 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2833018067 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2833247442 On what was supposed to be our last day, we filmed scenes 13, 15, 16, and 17. At the time I was relieved our to be finishing but also felt sad it had come to an end. We spent our time filming outside and we had a lot of issues with things such as weather and tardiness. In spite of that we managed to find ways around it and finished on time.]]> 2023-12-24 17:22:38 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2833247442 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2833254233 On our first day of filming we filmed scene 4. I was very excited and nervous to get started. I arrived with my hot water bottle, candle and empty bottle of wine. I should have communicated better with the rest of my department as there were plenty of empty bottles and another hot water bottle.

The room that was used for filming was tiny and had goten hot very quickly. So, we thought it was best to have people who were not needed for the scene to wait nextdoor.]]> 2023-12-24 17:39:22 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2833254233 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2839923470 2024-01-05 18:10:29 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2839923470 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2840000096 2024-01-05 20:29:57 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2840000096 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2840247840 2024-01-06 15:13:02 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2840247840 etmatthew2 https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2840248103 2024-01-06 15:14:00 UTC https://padlet.com/etmatthew2/2ne9ofzvy96ehrv7/wish/2840248103