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The Tailgate Office: Mastering the Art of the Truck Setup
The Tailgate Office: Mastering the Art of the Truck Setup
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Operating out of a mobile space takes an incredible amount of organization and discipline. When you are moving locations constantly, you don’t have the luxury of a permanent office; your... Read more
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The Art of the Crafty Raid: Timing the Perfect Set Snack
The Art of the Crafty Raid: Timing the Perfect Set Snack
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If you spent any time on a location over the past day, a silent race was likely playing out near the snack table. The second a department head calls a... Read more
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The Mystery of the Vanishing C-47: Where the Gear Goes
The Mystery of the Vanishing C-47: Where the Gear Goes
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This disappearing act has turned tracking your personal tools into a sport. Veterans on the crew have developed a sixth sense for protecting their equipment, often marking their items with... Read more
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The 3 AM Caffeine Protocol: Pushing Through the Wall
The 3 AM Caffeine Protocol: Pushing Through the Wall
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The atmosphere on a movie set completely transforms once the clock hits the early hours of the morning. Over the last night or two on locations everywhere, hundreds of technical... Read more
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The Art of the Silent Side-Eye: Deciphering the Grip and Electric Language
The Art of the Silent Side-Eye: Deciphering the Grip and Electric Language
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If you spent any time on a location over the past day, you probably witnessed a masterclass in silent communication. In the middle of a high-pressure setup, words become luxury... Read more
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The Unsung Leaders: Navigating the Roles of Key Crew Members
The Unsung Leaders: Navigating the Roles of Key Crew Members
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While the director and actors dominate the public spotlight, the actual execution of a film production rests on the shoulders of the department keys. Over the last twenty-four hours across... Read more
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