Filming Bright and Early Production

Today was an early start, 8 AM sharp, which felt rough for a weekend, but we had a full schedule ahead. I had to pick up one of our actors while our other team member waited at the park. By the time we all arrived, it was already 9:30 AM, and we wasted no time getting to work. The goal was to wrap up filming in the morning, which gave us about 2 to 3 hours to get everything done. Overall, the shoot went well, but it wasn’t without challenges. The biggest issue? The wind. It was relentless and crazier than I had imagined, making it difficult to capture clear audio. At times, it felt like every good take was immediately followed by a gust of wind ruining the sound. Hair was constantly in the way, and at one point, our script pages and props even flew across the park. It was frustrating, but we made adjustments and kept going. Despite the challenges, the process was fun and rewarding. We worked efficiently, and our teamwork made everything run smoother. There were moments when we couldn’t stop laughing at certain takes, which I know will make for some great bloopers. Once we finally wrapped up, we all felt a sense of accomplishment. To celebrate, we grabbed Dunkin’ and had brunch together. Sitting there, reviewing our footage, we reflected on how much we had learned from the experience. No film shoot ever goes perfectly, but problem-solving is part of the process. It's amazing how filmmaking forces you to think on your feet and adapt. Even when things don’t go as planned, the end result is always worth it. Now, it’s time for the next big challenge: editing. Hopefully, the wind didn’t ruin too many shots, but if it did, we’ll figure something out. Either way, today was another reminder of why I love and learn in the filmmaking process. Every setback or mistake is just a part of the journey.