#sfl48hr The 'Elevation' Entry

Elevation #sfl48hr #teambluntspear from Dulani Wilson on Vimeo.

Last weekend was quite hectic. I was up for over 24 hours. And no, it was not enjoyable. No partying or anything fun. Was directing, animating and editing a sci fi short as part of the Sci-Fi London 48 hour Film Competition #sfl48hr. At one point I remember typing a tweet only to realise I was not in twitter, but actually typing the tweet out in google Search. Sleep is serious. Check out some stills on shoot day:

© 2014 Dulani Wilson. "Elevation" short film set. Actors Dita and Loren on set. Kaya by the plastic curtains. All rights reserved.

© 2014 Dulani Wilson. "Elevation" short film set. Actors being briefed on set. All rights reserved.

© 2014 Dulani Wilson. "Elevation" short film set. Me and Loren bullying Kaya on set. All rights reserved.

© 2014 Dulani Wilson. "Elevation" short film set. Dita. The only casuality on set. All rights reserved.

© 2014 Dulani Wilson. "Elevation" short film set. "I feel plasticky". All rights reserved.

Ok, so basic idea behind the competition, is you get a brief, telling you the concept, title, a line and prop to be incorporated in the film on the day. So after receiving this, I wrote a script, got some talented actors and shot the thing. Had to dress up a room at the back of my house to look like a sterile factory / Dexter killroom. It turned out great considering. Better than the alternative. All the locations I was researching apparently want 1000 GBP to 2500 GBP for location fees for a few hours. Thanks Film London. Always good to see you doing your part to raise the next generation of filmmakers.

After shooting, took a little rest, then started designing the elements for the computer screen. The Sunday I woke up was the worse. I went full steam, editing, correlating with two music makers/ composers, sound, sfx, simple grade and export. Didn't sleep until 1.00pm on Monday. But I am overall happy with the result.

Thanks for all the help and support over the weekend, comrades!

Sum up,
Upwards and onwards

King/Wilson Music Vids

Been on set with Remi King on this Phalla C 'Cry' music video shoot and it went well. Stil, DOP and Louise, Producer were a big help. Goddamn troopers. We are in the trenches, bizoy! Went in.Went well. Nothing quite the same as seeing ideas you help birth grow into something great. We're gonna start editing that mofo next week, also along with a promo video we both shot for Phalla C a week or so prior to the shoot. GFX is on its way on that too. I'm trying, dudes.

Sum up,
Hella short after such a long respite, I know. Also designed a book cover and concept art for a feature which you'll soon soon. Promise. Cross your heart.