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trac32

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I would like some feed back if possible.
the web site is www.qc-trac32.com click on (click here for osiris page) click on music video link.
unfortunately you have to use internet explorer to view this site
 
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I watched this in class, so I couldn't turn the sound up, but I will listen to it again when I get home and give you a more detailed opinion.

I do like the boxes and the aspect ratio (with the cropping) though. The only problem I see right now is that the footage seems a bit repetitive, but since I can't hear the song, maybe that opinion may change later. Nothing to get to upset over though, as I did a recent music video with no budget and very little time, so I understand working with the cards your dealt.

But yeah, I will reply again once I get home and listen to it with the sound blasting. I just didn't want you to think nobody was interested in your video. ;)
 
yeah, your shots are way repetitive. also, a lot of the way you're framing your subjects is sooo distant - it makes us as the viewer feel distant. the song is decent, but your video isn't exactly doing it justice. some of the beginning cuts are alright* keep at it -

(p.s. i want to emphasive how it might benefit you to work on your framing - get closer, make us feel like we're there)
 
Okay, after finally getting a chance to listen to the song, here are my thoughts:

First, what kind of budget, equipment and time did you have? It probably wasn't a lot, but it'll help (me atleast) know how you used what you had.

As I said earlier, the footage was kind of repetitive, and it doesn't help that the song is kind of long too.

With this type of song (rapping about nothing), the big boys probably would have done something along your way but of course, with more money. Stuff like lots of cars, money, women, because the song doesn't really allow for a good solid storyline. I saw what you were trying to do with the woman who was ignoring all the guys and driving to go see her man (the artist), but I think you could have dove more into that story to make the video less repetitive. Maybe show what both of them went through to see each other (maybe he was nearly killed "getting money", she has to escape all the dudes trying to get at her), or something like that. The only shots I didn't like were him at the table with the guys playing cards or counting money (couldn't really tell because my video window was so small), and some of the driving shots were shaky. I saw what you were trying to do with the wide, distant shots (you were compensating for the areas you were going to crop). I think one thing that would have made it a little better would be to shoot at a high shutter speed. Something around 1/250 and higher.

I know from personal experience that with the way rap is going, that it is getting harder and harder to do videos with some sort of plot, instead of flashing stuff everywhere.

I do love the boxes however, and I may have to steal that from you. :happy:

No really, it was cool, and I see you worked well with what was given to you. As long as the artist was happy with the end result, and yourself, then it's all good. Just try to learn from this experience and apply it to the next video.

Good job, though!
 
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First I would like to say I haven't opened up internet explorer in over 4 months and you should change that asap. Second the video wasn't bad, but it didn't stand out at all. If this was something to go on a promo cd or website then it is fine. If you are planning on 106 and Park or MTV then no it still needs work.

Constructive criticism is what you probably want so
1. Get better lighting (even in the daytime you should use at least reflectors.
2. Dolly or pan shots. That always kicks up the production value.

3. Depth of field. Try to get further away from your subject to blur the background or add slight blurs to your footage while editing.

4. Color Grade - I did shot 1 for about a $500 budget to bad I was the DP,Director, and Talent. You can see it here. LINK I did a slight color grade.

5. Find a local group that has a really really good song and shoot there video for cheap. You can lose money on this project because you will be renting lights hiring a DP,PA, etc. Make this video the stuff. Then everyone will be amazed and you can charge what you are worth next time. 5k-15k then go up.

6. This is the one I am doing next. Shoot a video exactly like a professional video you have seen that had limited locations. Same setups, wardrobe, even the same type of music. This should really get you were you need to be. Here are some videos that a director shot on limited budgets.
http://www.ethandirector.com/

I think next video you shoot you might want to hire a DP to help with getting the look you want. Ask him or her a million questions. Hope this helps. PEACE
 
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