Short Film "Aviator" Shot on 5Dmk2 at DVinfo.net

Tabb Firchau · December 7th, 2008, 03:49 PM

I wanted to share this short film I made:

YouTube - Aviator

Make sure to watch in HD

Also if you are curious about some of the aerial sequences check out:

aerialpan.blogspot.com

I will be uploading some behind the scenes photos later today.

Tabb

Jon Fairhurst · December 7th, 2008, 04:42 PM

Very nice. Cool concept - especially owning the helicopter.

Some comments on the experience: First the plane looked a bit static. Partly because of the lock between the camera and the plane, but also because the helicopter has so much more mass than the plane - it doesn't bank, turn and dive like the smaller plane. I would think that green screening the plane could give a freer and more flowing experience. (Of course, you'd still be in post this time next month.)

Ironically, the "chatter" of the wings, while 100% real, was counter to the desired experience. I want to float like magic in smooth air, rather than be buffeted by wind. With a green screened plane you might want a fan on the wings, but it could actually be much softer than reality.

Also, the shallow DOF probably worked to your disadvantage. I would think that the plane could be a bit out of focus, but the ground should be crisp. That's my experience in flight, anyway.

Thanks for sharing this! The possibilities are really inspiring. My comments on the experience could not be made without seeing your short film. That's the difference between theory and practice. In some ways, the flying scenes were *too* real. Often in film, we want to experience things the way we imagine them, rather than the way they actually are.

I look forward to seeing your next projects!

Tunde Anjorin · December 7th, 2008, 10:10 PM

Loved it!!! God flowing over the water by MOBY is one of the greatest songs ever composed!!! The aerial shots were beautiful, i will peruse your blog shortly. All in all very good, I wish i could afford a 5DMK2.... Awesome job bro!!!

Jim Cancil · December 10th, 2008, 07:06 AM

I read all Jon's comments - which seemed pretty valid, once mentioned - but, not knowing what exactly to expect - I figured the first 90sec (which could have been 30 for my ADD) was going to turn into a derivative; Kid becomes F16 Pilot. For my simple mind, it was a nice surprise to see the focus stay on the balsa glider. Nicely done.

Jim

December 7th, 2008, 03:49 PM	#1
Tabb Firchau New Boot Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 14	Short Film "Aviator" Shot on 5Dmk2 I wanted to share this short film I made: YouTube - Aviator Make sure to watch in HD Also if you are curious about some of the aerial sequences check out: aerialpan.blogspot.com I will be uploading some behind the scenes photos later today. Tabb

December 7th, 2008, 04:42 PM	#2
Jon Fairhurst Inner Circle Join Date: May 2006 Location: Camas, WA, USA Posts: 5,513	Very nice. Cool concept - especially owning the helicopter. Some comments on the experience: First the plane looked a bit static. Partly because of the lock between the camera and the plane, but also because the helicopter has so much more mass than the plane - it doesn't bank, turn and dive like the smaller plane. I would think that green screening the plane could give a freer and more flowing experience. (Of course, you'd still be in post this time next month.) Ironically, the "chatter" of the wings, while 100% real, was counter to the desired experience. I want to float like magic in smooth air, rather than be buffeted by wind. With a green screened plane you might want a fan on the wings, but it could actually be much softer than reality. Also, the shallow DOF probably worked to your disadvantage. I would think that the plane could be a bit out of focus, but the ground should be crisp. That's my experience in flight, anyway. Thanks for sharing this! The possibilities are really inspiring. My comments on the experience could not be made without seeing your short film. That's the difference between theory and practice. In some ways, the flying scenes were too real. Often in film, we want to experience things the way we imagine them, rather than the way they actually are. I look forward to seeing your next projects! __________________ Jon Fairhurst

December 7th, 2008, 10:10 PM	#3
Tunde Anjorin Regular Crew Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: atlanta ga Posts: 52	Loved it!!! God flowing over the water by MOBY is one of the greatest songs ever composed!!! The aerial shots were beautiful, i will peruse your blog shortly. All in all very good, I wish i could afford a 5DMK2.... Awesome job bro!!!

December 10th, 2008, 07:06 AM	#4
Jim Cancil Regular Crew Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Salisbury Maryland Posts: 161	I read all Jon's comments - which seemed pretty valid, once mentioned - but, not knowing what exactly to expect - I figured the first 90sec (which could have been 30 for my ADD) was going to turn into a derivative; Kid becomes F16 Pilot. For my simple mind, it was a nice surprise to see the focus stay on the balsa glider. Nicely done. Jim