How to Make an International Ransom Video
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You Will Need
- A cast and crew
- Wardrobe
- A location and set
- A boom pole and microphone
- A camera
- Lights (refer to Howcast's 3-Point Lighting video)
- A skateboard dolly or similar contraption
- A goal
Steps
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Step 1
Assemble a cast
First assemble a cast of willing participants.
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Step 2
Find wardrobe
Find wardrobe that fits their character.
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Step 3
Design the set
Be sure to design the set to help make your ransom video warm and inviting.
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Step 4
Use body language
Body language is important when demanding a ransom.
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Step 5
Get a camera
Find yourself a camera with exposure settings and choice of manual or auto focus. Having these basic options increases the production quality more than you might realize.
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Step 6
Capture sound
Good sound is ubber-critical. Utilize a shotgun mic and boom pole. Hold the boom with fingertips to minimize operator noises. This will also allow you to twist the boom and follow quick actor movements.
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Using a boom provides clear and focused audio without camera noise or dirty sound.
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Check out 3-point lighting videos on Howcast.
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Step 7
Move dolly
We come now to the dolly move. You must begin the dolly move with your feet in a walking decision. Keep it steady, smooth, and further to a stop. The same goes for the reverse dolly: heel toe, heel toe.
