About this episode
Discover how FINCH cinematographer Jo Willems ASC SBC overcame the challenges of filming the relationship between Tom Hanks, a dog, and a motion capture robot. Jo and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss the film's unique look and creating intimacy with the camera. Learn how Jo filmed the desert scenes practically, the decision to shoot handheld, embracing lens artifacts, and so much more. Jo and Go Creative Show host, Ben Consoli , discuss Subscribe Now! What you will learn in this episode Intimacy through cinematography (00:53) Warm inviting approach to lighting the bunker (10:47) Ignoring negative reviews (14:04) Finch visual approach and references (17:03) Filming desert scenes practically (19:38) Heavily artifacting the lenses (25:21) Challenges with filming an actual RV (30:56) Filming a motion capture suit while handheld (34:02) VFX approach of the robotChallenges of filming dogs (40:58) Why night exteriors are so difficult (45:21) And more! Go Creative Show is supported by: MZed - Education for Creatives Subscribe + Follow Go Creative Show Twitter Facebook Apple Podcasts Stitcher Google Play Podcasts iHeart Radio YouTube Show Links FINCH IMDb FINCH on Apple TV+ FINCH trailer Jamie XX Video Reference Arri S360C Follow Our Guest Jo Willems' IMDb Jo Willem's website Jo Willem on Instagram Follow Ben Consoli BC Media Productions BenConsoli.com Twitter Instagram Follow Connor Crosby (producer) Ignition Visuals' website Ignition Visuals' Instagram