Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Diversity... It Tastes Good

[Posted by Caleb]

This week I had a blast directing IIP’s first-ever scripted “PSA” style video. The comedic piece highlights the diversity of American life and culture through a character who takes a trip around the world via restaurants located in DC.


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(Caleb reviews Tim's performance)

The team was really amazing – a true pleasure to work with. We contracted local legend Sheila Smith as DP. She brought in a sweet Panasonic large chip HD camera with a high speed Fujinon HD lens. Needless to say, I’m pretty satisfied with the look.

We also cast Tim Lewis as the lead character – he was hilarious. He has near cartoon like ability to express very nuanced emotions and ideas.


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(Tim fills up on Tacos at a Mexican restaurant)

My colleagues Ben and Brandon rounded off the team as sound-recordist and camera assistant respectively.


It was fun seeing the creative project come together – but what’s more, it was great hanging out on set. We worked a 14 hour day without a single complaint!
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(The video team, cast, and crew - All smiles at the end of a 14 hour shoot)

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