Film Crew Slang

Base Camp- A movie crew can have anywhere between 20 and 150 people. It moves around much like an army. Base camp is the main area at a location where all activity is based. It houses the cars, trucks, extra equipment, makeup trailer etc. A little farther down the street you will find the set.

Libra head on 50' Technocrane for my two shoots last week--James Neihouse

10 Best Opening Shots In Cinema History
WhatCulture!
The opening shot of a film is, just like the closing shot, one of the most
important to get right, because while the final shot leaves the viewer with
a lasting impression, the opening shot can be a way to grip viewers and let
them know what they're ...
<http://whatculture.com/film/10-best-opening-shots-in-cinema-history.php>

Kickstarter wins at the Oscars

'Inocente' makes history as first Kickstarter-funded film to win Oscar
The Verge
Fine Films' Inocente made history tonight as the first Kickstarter-funded
film to win an Oscar. Taking the prize for Best Documentary Short, Inocente
follows the story of a 15-year-old homeless and undocumented girl living in
California who refuses to ...
<http://www.theverge.com/2013/2/24/4

Film Slang

Slug Line- In a screenplay it is the Master Scene Heading that describes the basic where and when of the scene.
Example:
INT. ROBERT'S OFFICE-DAY  (Interior of Roberts office in daytime)
EXT. STREET-NIGHT (Exterior on a Street at Night)

Friend's Pics

A perfect day to read "Bananafish for Semour Glass"-Contributed by Cinematographer Leo Jaramillo

Friend's Pics

Clark H. with one of his lovers--Contributed by FBS Grad Bryce Maschino

Friends Pics

Working at Lake Lucern--Contributed by FBS Grad Dan Abbot

Top 5 Farts in Movie History // ShortCuts Fun - YouTube
The best farts in movie history! Wir wollten erwachsen, seriös und
ernstzunehmend ...
<http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyn2g6tqHv0>

News

Quentin Tarantino plans 'rewritten history' trilogy
The Guardian
Quentin Tarantino is considering the prospect of a third "rewritten
history" movie to follow 2009's Inglourious Basterds and this year's Django
Unchained. Speaking to reporters after winning the prize for best original
screenplay at the Baftas on ...
<http://www.guardian.co.uk/film/2013/feb/11/quentin-tarantino-rewritten-history-trilogy>

Contributed by FBS student Petey Pete

Fancy Words

Sequence Shot- A long take that usually employs sophisticated camera movement. It also referred to by the French term "plan-sequence". Examples to look up are the opening sequence in Orson Well's "Touch of Evil" (1958); Martin Scorcese's "Goodfellas"(1990) sequence when Ray Liotta takes his date from the street outside the club and through the restaurant kitchen to a special dining table in the club; the opening sequence in Robert Altman's "The Player"(1993); or Quenton Tarantino's "Pulp Fiction"(1994) where he follows Bruce Willis from his car, past an apartment building (where someone’s radio mentions Jack Rabbit Slim’s), and through an empty lot to his apartment.

Film Crew Slang

Doughnut- A circular piece of foam rubber that fits snugly between the lens and sunshade on the camera. Doesn't taste very good though.

Contributed by Frank Geremia via Kevin O'Neil photo

FullSail Students, Course Director Robert Tuscani will be moderating a seminar for a friend-FS grad Larry Katz on Wednesday, 2/13 at 3pm (for Hall of Fame Week). Larry will be discussing his work as an A.D. Come on out if you have the time. I'm sure you'll enjoy it.
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1097716/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

Brits

I had heard about the BBC series "Sherlock" but hadn't seen any of it until this past weekend. Thank you Netflix! It is a modern day version of Sherlock Holmes. Yes, that has been done in the past and always very badly. I was amazed and surprised by this recent incarnation. It's remarkably good and just weird enough to keep us guessing. Benedict Cumberbatch (is that a Harry Potter mane or what?) portrays the self-described "consulting detective" Sherlock Holmes. He's given up smoking and other unmentioned addictions. Of course, he wears four nicotine patches at a time and has not given up his true addiction...crime solving. The production value and writing are top notch. The most fascinating character though is Jim Moriarty, played by Andrew Scott. Those of us who have read the Arther Conan Doyle stories about Holmes know Moriarty as an evil genius who pulls strings and doesn't get his hands dirty. Not Jim Moriarty. He is a brilliant, unpredictable and utter psychopathic maniac! Andrew Scott shines in this show even above the excellent performances of Cumberbatch and co-star Martin Freeman (as Dr. Watson). Moriarty scares the crap out of the Holmes, Watson and the television audience. "Sherlock" is a must see.

Update 2/8/13: Interestingly enough, it was just announced that Cumberbatch is playing the villain in the new J.J. Abrams "Star Trek: Into Darkness"

History

Exhibit showcases Louisiana film history
Houma Courier
The school just opened a new exhibit, “Hollywood on the Bayou: An Exhibit
of Louisiana Film History.” The exhibit shepherds visitors from the first
movie theater in New Orleans to modern titles, all through the lens of
Louisiana. “Everything that's ...
<http://www.houmatoday.com/article/20130204/ARTICLES/130209868/-1/living?Title=Exhibit-showcases-Louisiana-film-history

Hollywood

Contributed by FBS graduate Brent Martin

Film Crew Slang

Black Wrap: Black Aluminum foil which is used for wrapping lights, to control light spill, and for making small flags for lighting/shading control.

What's the weather like where you are?--Contributed by Kenny Pete

John Belushi movie night! These are just a few of the reasons why Universal is my absolute favorite studio...

Contributed by FBS Grad Xavier Arjis