David Hoffman

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O63LaPIsrFU#t=2m40s How was it shot? Here is the answer: Amazing work. Anyone knows the name of the operator?

Unknown Steadicam operator on the set of Paul Schrader's Adam Resurrected (2008). Photo taken (not by me) last week, in Israel:

Oh, I actually did a search for "strada" on the board and nothing came up. Thanks for pointing this thread.

Question: How crazy do you have to be to do that? From stradacranes.com

One of the operators (either Marcus Pohlus or Jörg Widmer) on the set of Perfume: The Story of a Murderer (2006): Kenji Luster on the set of Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003):

Heh, I just found out about the "Fig Rig". Check this out: http://services.manfrotto.com/figrig/ "Revolutionizing DV Camera Support"??? "Mike's idea + Manfrotto's technology = pure genius"??? Looks like cr*p to me. And who would pay $320 to carry a steering wheel on the street?

Are you familiar with video stabilization softwares? Check out Steadymove - I'm quite impressed by the results. You can see a few examples here (in particular, check out "Mirage Boulevard"). Would love to hear your opinion. P.S.: No, this is not an ad. Just something I found. Wasn't aware of such a software, but I'm sure there are more out there.

I think you can find the entire show here (it's from the DVD): http://www.youtube.com/results?search=%22M...e=search_videos Do you remember the name of the song? P.S.: Concerning the Janet Jackson clip - that one gave me a good flashback. I remember I was very impressed by the Steadicam on that one (can't say the same about the song itself, though :P )

Or try this: http://webdisk.planet.nl/jobschol/publiek/...rsdaysChild.wmv

The video doesn't play for me. Here is the same clip on youtube: Masia One - Split Second Time. And here is Spice Girls - Wannabe And another source for Lucas - Lucas With The Lid Off Enjoy.

yes, I believe I know the clip you're referring to. It was directed by the amazing Michel Gondry and the song was by a French group. I can't remember the song's name. I'll try to do some more search on the web to find it (see this if you're not familiar with the director's work). EDIT: OK, there you go: The song's name is Lucas with the Lid off by a group called Lucas. Watch it online: Click me.

Can't believe I forgot about this one. I love the steadicam work there. I agree that the work on both Unfinished Sympathy and Amor de mis Amores is not very precise. Still, the overall work is very nice and the resulting atmosphere of both clips is great. I always loved the way both clips are made - the shot that keeps going and going when you expect a cut. Both seem to have a difficult production - closing an entire street and putting all those extras (especially Unfinished Sympathy). Concerning Unfinished Sympathy - correct me if I'm wrong, but I think the singer is walking relatively fast. It seems to me like the Steadicam operator had a really tough job following her in that speed. Also, see this:

I just thought of posting some of my long-time favorite steadicam shots in music videos. If you find it interesting, I'll be happy to hear your comments about the steadicam work in them (and the names of the unknown operators!) and maybe see some of your own favorites. I put direct links to online sources, so you can watch 2 of the videos. I also wanted to put images from all video clips, but the forum only allows 3 images on the post, so I'll have to link the others. Paco - Amor de mis Amores (1988) More images: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 The entire video is a single 3.5-minutes sequence, shot on the street. Massive Attack - Unfinished Sympathy (January 1991) More images: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Watch it online: youtube The entire video is a single 5-minutes sequence, shot on the street. Green Day - When I Come Around (1994 or 1995) Watch it online: Yahoo Music, Quicktime

Well, there are definitely steadicam operators in the area, since there are quite a few TV programs and sport events that use them. I admit that I haven't done a "full research" in my area yet. I just thought of asking it here - while introducing myself to the board - because there are so many professionals around, so I thought someone might know something. In addition, I asked this question 2 guys that I happened to meet, who were loosely connected to the film industry, and they didn't know were I can study it. Maybe one of the possible leads is Accessories for Cranes for Film and Television, who seems to be an importer of such equipment. Maybe they can refer me to contacts in the area. I also found a Video Service that claim to have a Steadicam; I don't expect them to be very cooperative (after all, they make money out of their services), but I might give it a try.

Thanks a lot for all your info, guys. I'll consider participating in something like that sometime. @Robin: Yeah, I noticed many people here use their real name. I'm a shy guy :) (and not from "the industry", like the others). I see everyone here talks about "workshops". With or without a relation to my original question: Is that the only or the "proper" way to learn how to use a steadicam, or is it just a way to introduce the equipment to people like myself (i.e.: with zero knowledge)? Assuming, hypothetically, that someone wants to be a professional Steadicam operator, not just as a hobby - what would be the "proper" way to do that? Are there long-term studies or only workshops and self-practice (how can someone practice without buying the equipment? renting it for a long-term must be way too expensive)? (and again, sorry for asking such basic questions...)