{"id":164440,"date":"2022-03-01T10:17:51","date_gmt":"2022-03-01T16:17:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/?p=164440"},"modified":"2022-04-25T14:12:20","modified_gmt":"2022-04-25T19:12:20","slug":"denis-villeneuve-clever-workarounds-on-set","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/denis-villeneuve-clever-workarounds-on-set\/","title":{"rendered":"Denis Villeneuve and Clever Workarounds Filmmakers Use on Set"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 id=\"take-a-peek-behind-the-scenes-into-how-even-big-budget-directors-use-some-of-the-same-creative-diy-tricks-that-you-do\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take a peek behind-the-scenes into how even big-budget directors use some of the same creative DIY tricks that you do.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This might be a bit of a controversial statement, but I firmly believe that <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt3397884\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Sicario<\/a><\/em> is the best film <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm0898288\/?ref_=tt_ov_dr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Denis Villeneuve<\/a> ever made. I know, I know, the man&#8217;s directed <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt2543164\/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Arrival<\/a><\/em>, <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt1856101\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Blade Runner 2049<\/a><\/em>, and <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt1160419\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Dune<\/a><\/em>, but there&#8217;s just something about <em>Sicario<\/em> that makes it endlessly watchable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And, while some may argue that it&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm0005683\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Roger Deakins<\/a>&#8216; superb cinematography, or perhaps <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm1289434\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Emily Blunt<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm0001125\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Benicio del Toro<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/name\/nm0000982\/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Josh Brolin<\/a>&#8216;s superb performances, I contend that it&#8217;s still <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/dune-sequel-may-save-cinema\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Villeneuve&#8217;s masterful direction<\/a> and astute visual storytelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also, after recently re-watching the film and going through the behind-the-scenes featurettes on the 4K Blu-ray, I can now report that my love for the film has grown even more significant due to Villeneuve&#8217;s clever workarounds on set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, in appreciation of <em>Sicario<\/em>, as well as a way to explore some of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/cameras-behind-2022-oscar-nominated-films\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Villeneuve&#8217;s other films<\/a> and even some other filmmakers&#8217; contributions to creatively problem-solving onset, let&#8217;s look behind-the-scenes to see how you too can use similar workarounds on your projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"cheating-your-interiors\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cheating Your Interiors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JJABknMafGk?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;start=234&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After watching through the behind-the-scenes features, I found the section above fascinating (starts at 3:53). And, truth be told, while as director, we can assume that Villeneuve was very much a part of this decision. This segment focuses on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/diy-roger-deakins-ring-light\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Roger Deakins<\/a> and his creativity on set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The problem for this filmmaking duo was trying to figure out a way to shoot inside a dark and cramped military vehicle, yet still include a beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/free-god-ray-light-overlays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">god ray lighting<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In comparison, the quick solution for some filmmakers might be to wrestle with getting the widest lens and perhaps adding much of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/add-volumetric-lighting-after-effects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">volumetric lighting<\/a> with visual effects (which is often an excellent option).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Villeneuve and Deakins, their solution was to re-construct the confines of the vehicle on a soundstage\u2014with cardboard. It&#8217;s straightforward, easy, and, as you can see in the featurette and on-screen with the final composition, quite beautiful and practical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"embracing-vfx-when-needed\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Embracing VFX When Needed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BSFb2F9fcmo?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another big takeaway from peeking behind the scenes of <em>Sicario<\/em> was the sheer amount of VFX that went into the film that you perhaps wouldn&#8217;t recognize on first viewing. Taking a page from his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/behind-the-scenes-mindhunter-production\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">David Fincher<\/a> playbook, Villeneuve isn&#8217;t one to insist on everything being in camera\u2014especially if it means compromising his vision or pushing a project over budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead, Villeneuve&#8217;s use of VFX in this example most probably saved money and allowed his team to shoot much more organically and with a tighter, smaller crew, which can often lead to better results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are a couple of sequences you can see in the VFX breakdown above that, while surprising, begin to make a lot of sense to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/practical-vfx-vs-cgi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">use CGI<\/a>, once you think about it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trying to shut down an entire highway to load in some prop mutilated bodies versus adding VFX to footage shot guerilla-style is always going to cause less headache and budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"like-really-embracing-vfx\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Like, Really Embracing VFX<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wxSPdZl5sYw?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And, it&#8217;s not just from <em>Sicario<\/em> where you can see Villeneuve&#8217;s preference for using VFX either. Like myself, many might be a bit shocked to find out that even on films like <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/shoot-interior-locations-limited-lighting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Arrival<\/a>,<\/em> Villeneuve used a minimal amount of props or in-camera effects for his alien visitors and their ominous crafts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This time shot in collaboration with another terrific cinematographer, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/iconic-cinematography-bradford-young\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Bradford Young<\/a>&#8216;s contributions to Villeneuve&#8217;s <em>Arrival<\/em> also made heavy use of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/bradford-young-cinematography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">organic cinematography<\/a> with overlaid VFX, almost as if they were working with the matte paints of the old production worlds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While tricky for those just starting out, when working with creative artists, and with the proper intentionality in mind during production, these types of shots can become as close to seamless magic as possible, as extraordinary characters can genuinely appear as if they were shot in-camera.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"bringing-indie-film-sensibilities-to-blockbusters\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bringing Indie Film Sensibilities to Blockbusters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4g-GG_1qQ7M?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ultimately, one of the biggest reasons I consider myself a fan of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/symmetry-color-cinematography-blade-runner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Villeneuve&#8217;s work<\/a> is his ability to remain faithful to his indie film roots despite helming some of the biggest blockbusters of recent cinema. From <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/sound-design-blade-runner-2049\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Blade Runner 2049<\/a><\/em> to <em>Dune: Part One<\/em> (as well as the upcoming <em>Dune: Part Two<\/em>), Villeneuve&#8217;s films still feel as if you&#8217;re watching an intimate character study laid on the back of major theatrical adventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you can see in the behind-the-scenes footage from <em>Dune<\/em> even, Villeneuve&#8217;s influence over the cast and crew feels more like an indie film collaboration than a studio-produced and directed superhero feature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s cool to see Villeneuve on set with the camera in-hand (or on shoulders, to be more exact) as he and his team are simply looking to problem-solve their film shot-by-shot and scene-by-scene as beautifully and creatively as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"other-creative-workarounds-on-set\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Creative Workarounds on Set<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZLZOPcbJ7yc?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For me, it&#8217;s hard not to feel inspired after watching a Denis Villeneuve film. However, when you start to throw in these behind-the-scenes featurettes and peek a bit into how Villeneuve and his talented DPs and crews get things done, it&#8217;s downright frustrating not being able to shoot big-budget feature films with your friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My biggest takeaway from these revelations is simply that the projects that you do get to work on, no matter what level you&#8217;re at in your career, are great opportunities to develop your creative workarounds. And, if you&#8217;re talented and dedicated enough, these problem-solving skills and workflows are going to remain pretty much consistent throughout your career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suppose Denis Villeneuve and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/roger-deakins-new-cinematography-podcast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Roger Deakins<\/a> can still piecemeal together a fake military truck in <em>Sicario. They<\/em> can digitally matte paint in alien spaceships to your atmosphere exteriors in <em>Arrival<\/em>. In that case, you and your friends can figure out how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=sF7e1ZRzjlE&amp;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">create your own horror special effects<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=A1LqhYgpGlc&amp;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">build your own wireless china balls<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=f6N6cFrjxw8&amp;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">record your own high-impact shootout scene<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The real question is: What&#8217;s stopping you from getting out there and doing it right now?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more filmmaking inspiration, tips, and tricks, check out these other great articles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/developing-characters-serial-vs-episodic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Developing Your Characters: Serial vs. Episodic<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/long-form-youtube-content\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Mastering the Art of Long-form YouTube Content<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/peacemaker-storytelling-success\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">The Secrets of Peacemaker\u2019s Storytelling Success<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/pg-vs-r-rating-summer-action-films\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">PG vs. R Ratings: What\u2019s the Difference for Summer Action Films?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premiumbeat.com\/blog\/understanding-pov-in-film-and-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Understanding Point of View in Film and Video<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Cover image from<\/em> Sicario <em>via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lionsgate.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Lionsgate<\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Take a peek behind-the-scenes into how even big-budget directors use some of the same creative DIY tricks that you 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