Flouros for Dramatic work

[dvaddict]

I know a lot of people use the Kinos for interviews and such, but do you think I could get away with a 400 and 200 Diva for dramatic work indoors. Do you think I would need at least one Fresnel or open face? I know I am not giving specific locations that they would be used in, but just looking for a general yes or no answer. Thanks.

 

[Barry_Green]

Of course they can be used for dramatic work. But only as part of a larger kit, unless the entire scene you're planning on shooting can be appropriately lit with just a couple of softlights.

On the movie we're working on now, the Lowel CaseLites are quickly becoming the first light the cinematographer reaches for. But every scene ends up using six to 10 instruments, it seems. Lots of mini-par fresnels for spot accents, and a 650 or 1k here or there. The fluos do a great job of rounding out the kit, but they are not a complete kit in and of themselves.