Filming of the Deep Dive Blog

Before filming even began, we had a solid idea in mind, at least, that’s what we thought. Our concept seemed simple, but as we started discussing details, we kept reworking certain elements. We wanted to make sure the story flowed well, but every time we solved one issue, another one seemed to appear. The biggest challenge was balancing creativity with practicality. Some ideas sounded great in theory but weren’t realistic to execute with our resources. At first, we were confident in our shot list and overall vision. However, once we got to the filming location, everything felt different. The setting sparked new ideas that we hadn’t even considered before. Suddenly, we were adjusting angles, changing dialogue, and even rethinking the order of certain scenes. The more we filmed, the more we realized that our original plan wasn’t as strong as we had thought. The wind became an unexpected obstacle, forcing us to rethink our audio setup. At one point, we even considered altering parts of the script to accommodate the conditions. Some of the spontaneous changes actually improved the overall feel of the film. What started as small tweaks turned into full-on revisions in the moment. Our vision kept shifting, but in a way that felt natural and necessary. By the end of filming, the project had evolved into something completely different from our initial idea. While it was frustrating to keep changing things, it also made the process more exciting. We realized that flexibility is key in filmmaking; nothing ever goes exactly as planned. Even though we had moments of doubt, adapting on the spot made the film stronger. Now, looking back, I can’t imagine sticking to our original plan. The creative process isn’t always straight, and today was proof of that. It was a reminder that sometimes the best ideas come unexpectedly. Now, as we move into editing, I’m sure our perspective will continue to change. I’m excited to see how everything comes together in the final product. Even if it’s not what we initially envisioned, I know it will be something we’re proud of.