Production Status Update

Minor Filming Schedule Delays

Dom and I finished our first day of filming last Saturday and had planned to finish up the rest of our shots today. Unfortunately, due to the complications with online classes just starting up and other related issues, we had to postpone yet again to Friday. Hopefully, the good weather we have had throughout the week will carry through to Friday!

Software for Editing

I have acquired Adobe Premier Pro which I will be using to edit the footage Dom and I have gathered over our two days of filming. Over the next day or two, I will be learning how to edit on the software in preparation for making the movie. 

CCR 

The CCR postings will be uploaded sometime next week after filming is completed. Stay tuned for more updates!

Filming Update

First Day of Filming

So we finally managed to avoid any setbacks or delays, and things went as planned (for the most part) for our first day of filming! The lot we filmed in was completely emptied out with the exception of a few truck trailers parked in the warehouse and was perfect for filming. We shot a few of Dom's scenes and several of my scenes, but we realized that the window of time with the twilight setting that we want is very short which meant we could not get all of the footage we needed. We will be back on Tuesday to get the remaining footage that we need from the business park. To see shots that I used to make a movie promotional poster earlier in the week, please refer to this blog posting.

Promotion

Film Promotion

Earlier in the evening I went out for a drive and I was near the location for the beginning of my opening, so I thought why not get a few shots of the car that can be used in a movie promotion? So I took a few using some of the filters available on my phone's camera and put them into a movie poster template. This is how it turned out:

Promotions like this could be used to advertise the film on paper in public places of interest (once the coronavirus pandemic ends) and can be put in online advertisements to garner attention for the film and get the interest of potential viewers. 

Cast and Crew Update

Coronavirus Crew Issues

Here we are again with more coronavirus issues, as my cameraman is not permitted out of his house for who knows how long. Since I have a deadline to meet and filming has been delayed for almost two weeks now, I have decided to push forth without a cameraman and will make do with a tracking shot tripod that will be supplied by the actor of mechanic B (Dom). 

Location For Shooting

For the first day of shooting, Dom and I will be helping each other film both of our openings in the same location. This is Meridian Business Park in Weston. The area is completely deserted save a few empty trailers that are parked into the warehouse. The area looks suitable for my intended set (an auto repair shop) and Dom's set. We are scheduled to film on Saturday the 28th around sunset. All the locations that will be used in filming can be viewed here.

Filming Locations Update

Filming Location Revisions

Due to the coronavirus, I have decided to make some filming location revisions. These are due to the fact that some of the previous locations under consideration and use are now closed to prevent the virus from spreading, and/or are a risk to the health and safety of my cast and crew. The locations listed below are the ones out of the previous group that will now be used for filming. Previously listed locations can be found here.

Locations For Filming

Alligator Alley Parking Lot

Meridian Business Campus Inc

Title Decision

Title Heading

For the title of the film, I have decided to go with Highway Run. This title reflects the theme of cars and theft, with the main character constantly being on the run with his stolen car. 

Title Font 

I chose the racing sans font for the film title because it gives off a classic muscular feel to it, fitting the theme of cars and racing.

Title Preview

The title preview can be viewed here:

TITLE PREVIEW

Update: Scheduling

Coronavirus Updates

With the Coronavirus cases rapidly multiplying in the US and the closing of schools across the nation, Film has been delayed another week once again. With safety concerns being highlighted and certain areas being closed, as well as transportation, being an issue, filming will be very tight and will have to be completed in one day. I have talked with my cast and crew, and for the most part they are ok with filming. Software and for the most part equipment is not affected by the pandemic, but should I need additional equipment or other supplies, there could be further delays. Overall, I believe that with our revised deadline everything will be completed on time. Further updates will be posted on the blog.