If you’ve ever heard “we’ll fix it in post” and immediately felt a chill down your spine… welcome to the club. In this episode, Chuck and Victoria dive headfirst into the chaos of visual effects gone sideways—and yes, they have receipts.
From masking mishaps and chroma key nightmares to trying (and failing) to replace street signs in moving shots, these indie filmmakers aren’t afraid to admit that sometimes the biggest VFX emergency… is themselves.
What you’ll learn (the hard way, through us):
Why color grading is a VFX technique (surprise!)
How masking can go hilariously wrong
Tips for lighting your green screen without ruining your footage
When not to show the monster (hint: always?)
Why practical effects might just save your indie film soul
Whether you're trying to specialize in VFX or just trying to survive post-production with your sanity intact, this episode is for you.
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