Production Day 2: The Dolly Zoom shot
Production day 2 was more of a success than day 1. This time we were working with a different group of actors and their scenes. Similarly to day 1, we had to revise and re-evaluate a lot of the scenes camera shots, angles and movement to increase meaning to the shot. A good example of this is when my cinematographer and I were debating between a medium low angle static shot and a medium low angle dolly shot. In order to figure out how to do a dolly zoom properly and effectively we had to do some research.
By watching this video my cinematographer and I were able access how to create the dolly zoom for scene 15. Additionally, we received guidance from a previous Aice Media Studies student who also achieved a dolly zoom on their chess film. After many trials and about 6 takes we achieved a dolly zoom that intensified meaning to that shot. Now that the shot if a dolly shot, viewers are enabled to have a sense for spatial awareness and creates tension between the character and the viewers. It also allowed a smooth and fluid motion, enhancing the viewer's experience. Comparing the Static shot with the Dolly zoom shot quickly helped us come to the conclusion that a dolly zoom shot is more impactful. I am quite proud that we were able to achieve this despite us not having a dolly and it being our first time.
A still photo of Ex-student assisting us with the dolly zoom shot
A still photo of the cinematographer using our sound designer as a test run dummy
A still photo of us reviewing one of the takes of the dolly zoom shot
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