LEAN PRODUCTION AND ANIMATED PREVIS

When it comes to shooting, the clock is always ticking.
Faced with employees unable to work overtime and a budget that only accounted for one day of shooting, we found ourselves in a real bind. Add to the mix a live horse on set and a specific twist in the plot, and you have a recipe for a challenging shoot. So, how did we overcome these obstacles?

First, we had to think creatively about how to fit two days of shooting into a one-day budget. The solution? Carve out a few specific scenes that could be handled on the second day with a lean, three-person team.

The horse, along with the necessary cameras, lights, and riders, presented a more complex challenge, especially under the pressure of an 8-hour day. We needed something specific, a clear vision to guide us. That's where previsualization came in. By creating a previs, we were not only able to present the concept at the Pre-Production Meeting (PPM) but also to fully understand if our idea could actually work in reality. It was a bold move, but it paid off, allowing us to execute our vision efficiently and effectively.