David Hoffman
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Unknown Steadicam operator on the set of Paul Schrader's Adam Resurrected (2008). Photo taken (not by me) last week, in Israel:
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The previous Topic is here
Oh, I actually did a search for "strada" on the board and nothing came up. Thanks for pointing this thread.
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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):
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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?
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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.
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It's not a music video but a live performance. Dave Eastwood shot Marc Anthony at Madison Square Gardens a few years ago for a HBO special. He started at the back up by the roof and they flew him down to the stage and he stepped off and shot the whole song by himself. The director had all the other cameras shooting Dave while he did this. I wish that I could see that video. Then at the end of the song they flew him back up and out again. I saw it once and it was pretty awesome considering it was at a live event and he couldn't go back to one if he screwed up.
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 )
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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.
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When i did the Rockport Workshop in 1996 (or 1994? gosh, i don't know anymore) they showed a good video from a group that appeared in all kinds of settings and situations in a studio.
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i don't know the name of the group or the video, but we were all amazed about it.
Does someone remember this?
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).
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OK, there you go: The song's name is Lucas with the Lid off by a group called Lucas.
Watch it online: Click me.
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I think the spice girls "tell me what you want, what you really really, want.. If you wanna be my lover...something something.." Music Video was well done.
Can't believe I forgot about this one. I love the steadicam work there.
The Green Day one is good. IMO, the other one isn't that great.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:
Picking out a favourite is hard. When we first saw Unfinished Sympathy in the editing suite we were really unhappy because the things we knew were supposed to happen didnt happen. It was one steadycam shot and the cameraman got tired throughout the day and missed quite a few things. We were disappointed initially but in retrospect I think that was a great video -
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)
The entire video is a single 3.5-minutes sequence, shot on the street.
Massive Attack - Unfinished Sympathy (January 1991)
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
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are there any operators in tel aviv or other major city? could you call a rental house maybe to find out? get their contact info and possibly do some one on one private lessons?
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.
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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...)
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Hi everyone,
This forum is fantastic and it's quite amazing to see such huge names posting here.
I'm not sure if it's OK to post such silly posts here - among all the pros around - but since I'm a super-newbie, I'll take my chances ;)
Quick introduction: I'm a huge movie-buff from Israel. I've been interested in (and done some) cinematography, direction, editing and score all my life and been a huge "fan" of the Steadicam since a young age. Although I've been very passionate about it - and cinematography in general - I only "practiced it dry", i.e.: "seeing the world" through the movement of a Steadicam and sometimes practicing funny walks (yeah, it's about as silly as it sounds). However, I never came to actually use any Steadicam equipment. Since cinema is not my profession, this remains an unreached field that I can only enjoy as a viewer and a spectator. I guess I will always be amazed by great camera equipment and technology, especially if it's done by excellent talents such as Garrett Brown, Jim Muro and Larry McConkey (to name a few). For the time being, it stays an unfulfilled fantasy.
These were just a few words of introduction about myself, just as a friendly way to say "hi" and give my appreciation to all the great talents who post on this board... and also because my zero experience with stabilizers won't allow me to give any contribution to the professional discussion on this board.
And now a short question, most probably far-fetched: Is there anyone on this board who can give me an advice on how a fan like me can study/experience a Steadicam equipment in Israel?
If not - are there any courses in Europe, which are intended for zero-knowledged guys like me? What price-range should I expect?
In life I'm on a tight schedule, but if anything like that exists and price-range is affordable, I might consider doing it some day.
Meanwhile, I'll stay as a lurker on this board and enjoy all the wonderful work you guys are doing.
Cheers.
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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?