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    Movie Terms And Definitions

     

    Set Up
    On-Set Term; Each discrete position of the camera, excluding those in which a dolly or crane is used to move the camera during filming.

    Line Producer
    Player; The person responsible for keeping physical production on time and budget, as well as allocating resources and supervising the production on a day-to-day basis to make sure production targets are met. The Line Producer works with the Unit Production Manager, First Assistant Director, Director, Art Director, Editor and Composer in preparing the budget and production schedule. All final budgets and schedules have to be approved by the Line Producer before going to the studio for ultimate approval.

    Cinematographer or Director of Photography
    Player; Also known as the DP (or DOP in England). The DP is responsible for the look of the film, and often shoots the picture. He/she helps the Director translate the written word into the visual in close cooperation, supervising and operating the lighting and camera crews in the most efficient manner possible. Selecting the type and quantity of camera equipment for the production and the film stock for the overall photographic look of the picture. Determines the quantity and type of lights to be used in the production. Supervises and works with the gaffer to control the intensity, color balance and placement of all lighting. Supervises the gelling of windows, areas and lights for proper color balance and/or effect. Works closely with the Director in setting up the shots to create continuity of action, screen direction, energy level lighting and effects, etc. Works closely with the Director in selecting angles, camera height, and movement, whether on a tripod, dolly, panaglide, crane, skycam, vehicle (land, air or water) or hand held.

    Long shot
    On-Set Term; (LS) A camera shot where the main subject appears small among its surroundings.

    Flame Bar
    On-Set Term; A pipe with holes cut into the top through which gas runs. Think of it as a giant pilot light the gas comes out of the holes, providing a convenient place to ignite a large, controlled blaze. Perfect for simulating a fire behind a window for a movie scene, or scaring the crap out of your roommates when they come home drunk.

    Location Scout
    Player; Scouts out locations for the film to be shot. Most start by making a list and getting feedback from the director on the size, feel and dynamics of each location. The scout will then photograph the different possibilities and report back to the director who in turn chooses the ones he or she likes and goes to visit them.

    Stunt Coordinator
    Player; Straight from the horse's mouth, Stolen Summer Stunt Coordinator Rick Lefevour describes his role. As a stunt coordinator, part of my job is to work with the director to get the action sequences to work for the scenes he wants to shoot. I also work with all the departments from special effects to wardrobe. This includes preparing the budget, hiring the stunt people, checking all the rigging and setting up the shots for the scene.

    Post-Production (Post)
    Industry Term; The phase of film production that takes place after shooting has been completed. Post-Production involves editing, the addition of titles, the creation of special effects and the final soundtrack.

    Set Piece
    Production Term; Scene involving a large set. Often the plot points of an action film, since the action is more important than the story. In James Bond films, the goal is always to have new groundbreaking set pieces (in addition to hot chicks).

    Principal Photography
    Production Term; The main photography of a film and the time period during which it takes place.


     


    Process Trailer
    - On-Set Term; A process trailer is a truck with a camera on the trunk. A trailer pulls a car that is low enough to the ground so that it actually looks like it's driving along. One can shoot in the car while it's moving around and the actors don't have to worry about actually driving. Problem is, it's a complicated and time consuming process to get everything rigged up properly. Also, by shooting with the process trailer you've six more variables other than people remembering their lines, the camera working, and the light being right.

    Filter
    - On-Set Term; DPs use different filters on their cameras to add or take away certain aspects of a given shot (light, color, etc.).

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    Did You Know?

    Movie theaters can be classified by the type of films they show.
    First-run theaters are theaters that run primarily new movies from the major film companies and distributors, during the initial release period of each movie. Second-run or discount theaters are theaters that runs movies that have been pulled from the first-run theaters and are shown at a lower ticket price.

     

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