What looks like a simple transition was actually one of the most technically complex moments in the film. Outside the living room window, we had a light fading to black just as the camera turns toward the couple in the red room. At the same time, our crew was circling behind camera with a door and a black flat to block any spill—both had to be locked in before the camera completed a 360. Meanwhile, the lovely Evelyn Chen was body doubling the also lovely Marla Phelan, who was circling around behind the camera to appear in the doorway at the end of the shot. Choreography isn’t just for the dancers! Full video and credits at the link in my bio! Want more insight like this?
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