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Pictures From Set
CASH and KEYSHIA prepare for a romantic evening that turns complicated. Is CASH hiding something?
Director, Cassandra Riddick gives her real life nephew and character JARREL in the film some direction, "Just sit here and play with your toys". He had no problem doing that! :-)
TYRELL prepares to wake up sister TROI in the most annoying way. Sorry no beauty rest for you TROI!
SHINING STAR PRODUCTION PUSHES FORWARD
The month of July marks the half-way point of film production and with a finished product in sight the cast and crew pushes forward with energy and anticipation. A steady rhythm has manifested on the SHINING STAR set and each day of filming moves smoothly like a well-oiled machine.
In the recent weeks principle characters TROI (Yvonne Orji), QUENTIN (Micah Thomas), TYREE (Khafre Powell) and RANSOM (Tyrell James) were welcomed to set. Without scheduled rehearsals, the actors were forced to establish long friendships, family bonds and romantic chemistry just moments before the shout of "Camera rolling...ACTION!"
Though a challenge, actresses Ashlei Dabney (KEYSHIA) and Yvonne Orji were able to establish a trusting and playful college friendship on screen beautifully. Actor Micah Thomas and Yvonne, who portay a newly in love couple, also developed a connection quite naturally in front of the camera. And without missing a beat Khafre Powell, who portrays TROI'S little brother TYREE in the film, was able to capture the essence of an annoying little brother effortlessly. Though watching TROI beat up her little brother brought a great deal of laughter on set, at times the crew was a little nervous that little TYREE might actually get hurt! Haha! :-)
Though filming progresses smoothly, production has not been without minor set-backs. At times SHINING STAR is no match for the uncontrollable weather elements forcing the crew to improvise during rain and cloudy days. Other days lighting difficulties eat away at the set time causing filming to run over into the late evening/early morning. However, with the addition of Production Assistant, Da Ibanez who has proved to be a lighting guru, illuminating the set has become much easier these days.
With about 3-4 weeks of production remaining a few of the largest and plot advancing scenes have yet to be filmed. These scenes involve a large party, a church and character MARTY'S biggest secret revealed to the audience. Though a lot of work remains the cast and crew are anxious to complete the project. And with post-production drawing nearer the crew is beginning to focus on publicity and promotion of the film.
This month be on the look out for details about the "Get Your Shine On" film promotion party as well as a trailer to be viewed online!
In the recent weeks principle characters TROI (Yvonne Orji), QUENTIN (Micah Thomas), TYREE (Khafre Powell) and RANSOM (Tyrell James) were welcomed to set. Without scheduled rehearsals, the actors were forced to establish long friendships, family bonds and romantic chemistry just moments before the shout of "Camera rolling...ACTION!"
Though a challenge, actresses Ashlei Dabney (KEYSHIA) and Yvonne Orji were able to establish a trusting and playful college friendship on screen beautifully. Actor Micah Thomas and Yvonne, who portay a newly in love couple, also developed a connection quite naturally in front of the camera. And without missing a beat Khafre Powell, who portrays TROI'S little brother TYREE in the film, was able to capture the essence of an annoying little brother effortlessly. Though watching TROI beat up her little brother brought a great deal of laughter on set, at times the crew was a little nervous that little TYREE might actually get hurt! Haha! :-)
Though filming progresses smoothly, production has not been without minor set-backs. At times SHINING STAR is no match for the uncontrollable weather elements forcing the crew to improvise during rain and cloudy days. Other days lighting difficulties eat away at the set time causing filming to run over into the late evening/early morning. However, with the addition of Production Assistant, Da Ibanez who has proved to be a lighting guru, illuminating the set has become much easier these days.
With about 3-4 weeks of production remaining a few of the largest and plot advancing scenes have yet to be filmed. These scenes involve a large party, a church and character MARTY'S biggest secret revealed to the audience. Though a lot of work remains the cast and crew are anxious to complete the project. And with post-production drawing nearer the crew is beginning to focus on publicity and promotion of the film.
This month be on the look out for details about the "Get Your Shine On" film promotion party as well as a trailer to be viewed online!
Monday, June 8, 2009
Second Day of Shooting Brings Deep Emotions
At a slightly later 8;30 AM call time, the SHINING STAR crew assembled on set to shoot from the character Cash’s apartment. The shooting schedule included solo scenes with Cash, played by Marty Martin, along with scenes with Cash and his little sister Alexis, played by Chevee Crafton.
Though it was both Chevee and Marty’s first shoot for the film and their first shoot together, they were forced to tackle a very emotional scene involving a dark secret. Don’t want to give away too much…so can’t go into detail. You will have to watch the movie to find out! :-)
However, both actors dug deep to bring forth raw emotion to truly capture the moment. Significant dialogue changes were made during this scene, but Cass (Director) allowed the actors creative freedom to do so.
In addition to the actor’s challenges, the crew was challenged with working in a small space. As a result the bathroom served as the holding area, storage space and office. However, the small space allowed the crew to bond and have fun times when the camera wasn’t rolling.
The amazing talent of both Marty and Chevee made it possible to complete scenes in few takes. Also, the crew did an excellent job with set design and lighting, specifically a scene captured beautifully on the rooftop.
Another great shoot team! Can’t wait for next week!
Though it was both Chevee and Marty’s first shoot for the film and their first shoot together, they were forced to tackle a very emotional scene involving a dark secret. Don’t want to give away too much…so can’t go into detail. You will have to watch the movie to find out! :-)
However, both actors dug deep to bring forth raw emotion to truly capture the moment. Significant dialogue changes were made during this scene, but Cass (Director) allowed the actors creative freedom to do so.
In addition to the actor’s challenges, the crew was challenged with working in a small space. As a result the bathroom served as the holding area, storage space and office. However, the small space allowed the crew to bond and have fun times when the camera wasn’t rolling.
The amazing talent of both Marty and Chevee made it possible to complete scenes in few takes. Also, the crew did an excellent job with set design and lighting, specifically a scene captured beautifully on the rooftop.
Another great shoot team! Can’t wait for next week!
First Day of Shooting Pictures
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The Assistant to the Director, Charise Lanier takes detailed script notes for Cass. There is so much detail going into each shot. “Did any of the dialog change?” “Was the pillow on the actor’s right or left in the last shot?” It’s a tough job, but somebody’s got to do it! And you do it well Charise!
SHINING STAR Director, Cassandra Riddick gives 1st AD a few quick tips on operating the boom. Later in the day the crew would experience boom technical difficulties, but no worries the boom just needed new batteries! The show must go on!
Unit Production Manager, Nia Barge and Associate Producer, A’Leighsha Butler review production notes. “What props are needed?” “What should the blocking be?” All work and no play….well at least for right now!
The Assistant to the Director, Charise Lanier takes detailed script notes for Cass. There is so much detail going into each shot. “Did any of the dialog change?” “Was the pillow on the actor’s right or left in the last shot?” It’s a tough job, but somebody’s got to do it! And you do it well Charise!
SHINING STAR Director, Cassandra Riddick gives 1st AD a few quick tips on operating the boom. Later in the day the crew would experience boom technical difficulties, but no worries the boom just needed new batteries! The show must go on!
Unit Production Manager, Nia Barge and Associate Producer, A’Leighsha Butler review production notes. “What props are needed?” “What should the blocking be?” All work and no play….well at least for right now!
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