Production

CAMERA Digital Film Production Uncategorized WORKFLOW June 18, 2018June 19, 2018 by Jonathan Hall

2:1 Aspect Ratio for a Feature Film

There are many different aspect ratios being framed for out there, but the one getting a lot of screen time these days is the hybrid format of 2.00:1. It dates as far back as the early 1950’s in a format called SUPERSCOPE. A breakthrough film showcasing this format was the RKO picture “Vera Cruz”, in …

Production March 2, 2016March 2, 2016 by Jonathan Hall

State Film Incentives (above & below the line)

At about the time I started shooting, some states began to offer incentive programs for entertainment, but at that time (2005-6) the main film retreat was north to Canada. Over the years to follow, I did film and TV work in many different states and countries (Louisiana / New Mexico / Nevada / Washington / Michigan / …