“The Florida Project” From iPhone to 35mm film camera, the visual power brought about by the ever-changing shooting method

A film technique that searches for the best filming method for each subject and budget.

One thing to keep in mind here is that director Sean Baker is by no means a filmmaker who only believes in 35mm. The Graduate of New York University's film department, he is a creator who is open to all kinds of filming methods, and he takes into account various conditions such as the world view of each work and the budget. Decide which is the best way to shoot.

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A good example of his stance is `` Tangerine ,'' which was filmed just before ``The Florida Project.'' The film, which depicts the love and friendship of transgender women living on the streets of Los Angeles, was shot using three iPhones. Nowadays, everyone can become a filmmaker thanks to the improved video capabilities of smartphones, but Baker's cinematography is still impressive. It is impressive that the sophisticated professional skills and editing techniques shine through, creating an extremely organic world with a sense of non-stop speed that closely follows the interactions and breathing of the main characters.

According to director Baker, the decision to shoot ``Tangerine'' on an iPhone was purely for budgetary reasons, but in the end, the result was unexpected. For example, shooting with an iPhone, which everyone is familiar with, was effective in not putting unnecessary pressure on the cast who were new to acting, and of course was perfect for shooting in small spaces or on busy streets. Let's do it. Another great benefit is that it can create the sense of being ``witnessing'' what is happening right in front of your eyes, which is unique to the street.

Explosive iPhone shooting (*Note! Contains spoilers)