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Wideshot, I was reading a couple of articles in various magazines on this new camcorder. Looks interesting... even if it does not measure up to 3CCD units. HDV is getting more affordable that is for sure. Chris

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Hey, Just was doing some research for my own personal use... When directing is this the usual order you would go in? 1. Blocking the scene (aka 'actor blocking') 2. Camera blocking (aka 'telling the DP where you want the camera positioned?') 3. Rehearsals 4. Let's do a take?? Also how would...

WideShot, Do you think the HC1 would be a good first HDCAM to work with? Chris

Hey, That's what I figured the Director should yell "Action!" and no one else. Chris

Hey, Also shouldn't the Director also be the one to yell "Action"? Chris PS: I agree doing a DV short (low budget) is a good idea as well that is what my "A Life..." story is all about. I am working on the design for the website. No links yet. Check it out here @...

Hey, Only one question when shooting digital (HDV, 24p etc.) would you really call out "Sound!"? I mean if you don't have a sound recordist and only a boom operator sound man). Something I was just wondering... Chris

WideShot, You just gave me the info I could not find in my production/cinematography/directing books. I figured you'd block the scenes with the actors first and then do the camera blocking (as it is dependent on the actor blocking). I figured as Director you'd call for places (where the actors...

New Sony HDV HDRHC1 Hey, Sort of thinking of this new HD CAM for use in some of my first projects. Anyone seen actual footage shot with it? Chris

Hey, I am a first time Director that will soon (eventually) direct a short film shot in High Definition! Any tips for the first time director? Like things like when you say action, cut? Place everyone... roll camera... blocking the scene and camera blocking?? I am pretty sure on most of this...