Reborn to Dominate Hollywood

[March 12, 2018]

Recreating a masterpiece is no easy feat. The same goes for Ian Renner.

He made plans for the production of La La Land, the location was set, the cast was ready, and everything was well planned. That's why he's on his way now, ready to shoot the opening scene.

The connection between La La Land and Los Angeles is amazing. La La Land begins with soaring opening numbers, transforming a hot, congested highway into a giant stage for joy, before arriving at some of the city's most iconic locations, often lit up by neon sunsets or starry night skies. For everyone's convenience, the location scout did the job perfectly.

If they go according to the plan, every place will be theirs and there will be no inconvenience.

In many ways, the film romanticizes Los Angeles and show business and then pulls back the curtain on a city built on rejection; Like the town and its promises, this movie lifts your spirits and then slams your instincts.

There are still two days left before the live-action shoot, but for now, they are just practicing in the abandoned parking lot near the live-action location. They put a couple of cars, about 15 places, just like the original world, where choreographer Jenny Mandela was creating dance steps for the crew.

Only 30 people could dance, because Ian knew that with CGI they could fill the rest. CGI stands for Computer Generated Imagery, which is the use of computer graphics in art and media. These can be 2D or 3D animations, objects, or renderings; The genre of art or media can be movies, TV shows, video games, or simulations. CGI can be used for everything from sci-fi epics to fairly intimate feature films. CGI is used in a variety of ways, from animating entire positions to subtle work on characters and environments. In recent years, CGI has been the visual of choice for most major films, regardless of whether its use is subtle or obvious.

Ian hasn't mastered the art of dancing yet, but he still has to show some dance moves and moments because he wants to feel like he's there. A choreographer is someone who is well-versed in the art of tap dancing, which is widely used in La La Land, but it is rare.

The opening scene of La La Land is one of the most spectacular scenes in the film, transporting the viewer directly into an environment where the characters are likely to sing and dance.

Ian had Sebastian, the owner of the record label, sing "Another Day in the Sunshine" and was quickly ready and practiced its choreography in his hands.

The opening scene is six minutes long and appears before the opening credits. It's a huge dance track that doesn't appear to be edited, but takes place on an overpass on a Los Angeles freeway during a traffic jam. Dozens of drivers jumped out of their cars to join a choreographed extravaganza set to the original song "Another Day

in the Sun" "So, at the entrance to Nick, focus on everyone we choreographed in the scene." This scene – this one is designed to look like a shot that is almost six minutes long – but in reality, it's three shots stitched together. Ian said as he rested.

While Jenny is busy practicing the steps and sequence of the dance moves she and Ian have done together; Ian focused on discussing with Nick how the focus of the camera should be. In the original, it says it was modified and storyboarded and so on.

They were able to use the easy access ramp that connects the 110 and 105 highways on weekends, which gave them 2 days to block the road. This is very similar to the original movie.

"Two stitches were stitched in a whipping action, the first at the three-minute mark and the second at 4:45. According to my estimates, we will have to use cranes ... For this, for this, and for this scene. Ian gestured to the piece of paper in front of them.

"Hmm... We can do it, the last shot, we need a Steadicam, right? He asked.

"The last shot, to be exact, starts with Steadicam. It allows us to be more flexible and precise in approaching the dancers. The Steadicam operator was supposed to spend most of the minute sequence running between cars, and then should have jumped up to shoot the last shot of the dancers slowly rising and eventually looking down on the "makeshift crane". Oh, and you know we should use CGI.

"It's smart, I'm going to keep trying, we still have a day, it should be enough. I'll talk to Stephen about the editing part and CGI, this guy is talented

," "yes, of course. I'll check the dancers," Ian said, and walked over to the dancers. It's hot outside, but the dancers are practicing as hard as they can.

He sees Eloise being trained on how to enter the scene as Mia. Jenny was strict and held the best standards for everyone on site.

Although it wasn't the day of filming, many people from the crew were there. While Eloise was busy perfecting her moves, Ian saw red-haired Alexa watching him from a distance.

After watching the scene for a while, Alyssa and the others chatted with Sarah Ward, who played Tracy. Of course, they won't be present for every shoot, but it's special for all of them because it's the first day.

Ian grabbed the radio equipment and said loudly, "After the prom, it's Mia and Sebastian's first scene, Eloise, uh... Let me pass. He said as he walked through the dancing crowd and walked over to her

Her eyes were shining, and she was sweating because it was so hot.

"At the end of the dance, the camera will focus on Sebastian, you know what his character will be, he'll be tinkering with the radio all the time, and then when it's your turn, your phone will be in your hands. You're going to call someone, actually on the phone, but... Actually, you're just practicing your lines, did you catch me for the audition you're preparing?

"Yes, I know. When do we start?

"Now that you know about the drill, you go and wait in the tent, try it, and come back on Saturday." Ian said, opening the door for her. The two entered the tent.

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It's already the second day of blocking the highway. On the first day, thanks to all the rehearsals, the dancers were very accurate in every step, and after about seven scenes, they got the perfect moment they needed to capture.

On the second day, starting from the place where the actual film "WINTER" is screened, only the finishing touches are needed.

...... Has won three Oscars....

Including the 1998 film Shakespeare in Love....

The camera then focuses on several other things. It is clear that it is now close to an impasse. Morning rush hour. The downtown Los Angeles skyline hovers in the distance.

The camera drifts from car to car and hears different people singing along to different songs on the radio. From rock to classical, from disco to punk. In the end, we settled on a car... It's one of the most worn cars in front of you.

Geo Prizm in 1996.

Inside is 28-year-old Sebastian, who wears a worn-out t-shirt and plays Thelonious Monk with his shabby music system. His fingers slid over the steering wheel, mimicking Munch's playing. He snorted.

The costumes, the audio, and everything was done before the shoot (obviously), and Ian is now watching the footage they shot with Camera-02.

Sebastian shook his head and played and rehearsed the same thing over and over again.

*Ta-tee-ta-tee-tee-tee-taaaa...*

"Okay, let's shoot Mia," he took the microphone and said into it, "Are you ready?" He shouted.

There weren't many people in attendance, just the film crew and a few other actors and dancers. Not other characters, such as Tracy and Caitlin.

Eloise nodded, listening to Ian's words. Her scene is where the camera rolls slightly forward behind Sebastian's focus. Older generation Prius.

In 2004.

Inside is Mia, 27 years old. She wears mascara and has shaggy hair. She tries to concentrate on practicing her words in the heavy traffic.

"I mean... We couldn't believe what was going on, and I swear to God, she completely broke down. She was completely devastated! I know, I know. This is pure insanity! "

Cards!" Ian shouted.

"Eloise, it was supposed to be insanity at first, Mia wrote the script wrong because she thought it was insanity, then she read the script and understood that it was insanity, do it again!" Ian said and went back.

The photographer takes the camera back to the vehicle behind and starts rolling. The clipboard that says 'take 2' makes a 'click' sound and starts shooting.

[And so... Filming has just begun].