For this character based piece we drew-up a shot list based on ideas of a typical harbour without a doing recce. Although accurate, details such as the restaurant, crane and boatyard could have been explored further with more preparation. This would have given our character greater distinction.
Having filmed our other two films earlier in the day, the Mylor shoot required quick responses to fading light and a change in approach from fictional to factual story telling. We achieved this by splitting-up the group to cover more ground, and mainly used static shots to let action unfold before the camera.
The order of shots in post was decided for us by the restrictions of the rushes. We made a natural progression from light to dark scenes. Although welcomed for this collage of shots, if a more specific narrative was required continuity could have been a problem.
In the future I will continue to have presumptions of a character or place, as they are convenient when a quick shoot is required. They may also be used as a good starting point to a piece which aims to test conventions.
Michael Hall
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