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The other problem I noticed was the definite change in look between footage shot on varying sets. For example, the campfire scenes had a video look to them, whereas the court scenes had a film look to them. Humphreys used two different camera setups when filming – Sony Betacam and Panasonic DV. Using different types of gear to capture footage used within one film can cause the look of the footage to vary throughout and be jarring. This variance should not be underestimated in its ability to damage the final product.
The audio in The Terrible Meek is generally very good. Dialogue is clear and audible. The musical score is also appropriate and supports the momentum and emotion of the visuals. The only changes I would suggest are to add more sound effects to the outdoor scenes so they feel more organic and rely less on music to convey the mood of the setting.
The total budget for The Terrible Meek was $22,500. Here’s the breakdown:
$2,500 – studio rentals
$1,700 – crew
$3000 – music
$500 – food
$17,300 – location shooting (Italy) for 10 days, Betacam rental, grip equipment, tape stock, DV camera rental, DV playback deck
Considering the location of the film, it’s reasonable to see why the budget is so costly. However, this film could have been shot using any studio or wooded area without affecting the resulting footage. In other words, shooting on location in Italy was not required to tell the tale. In my opinion, it would have been a better use of funds to spend the money required for location expenses in other areas of the production or to fund an additional project.
The Terrible Meek deals with universal themes such as spirituality, authority and morality. There has always been and will always be an interest in films such as this because of the transcendent nature of those themes. The fact that the film was adapted from a century-old play supports my assertion. As long as there is civilization, we will continue to grapple with and hopefully refine our stance on such issues. Given all this, I believe the film has staying power.
The Terrible Meek is well made film dealing with very solemn but universal themes. Bill Humphreys does a good job of adapting this very old script for his modern audience and keeping them invested in the plot throughout. Overall, I enjoyed watching this movie and look forward to future submissions from BBT films.
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Jessica Creech is a lighting specialist that has worked in numerous elements of video production for over eleven years. Her clients have included the International Olympic Committee,
Canadian Broadcasting Corp., NFL, NHL, Rolex Equestrian 3-Day Event, AT&T/Comcast, Lexington Legends Baseball, Hammond Communications Group and others. |
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