Things I Learned About Making Movies

Filming of a major film at my work has taught me a few things about the movie biz. I share them with you:

• Big stars sometimes in the same "lunchroom" as the other movie workers.
• The stars sit by themselves and everyone gives them their space.
• Set microphones pick up the tiniest of sounds. Eliminating them was one of our staff's main tasks.
• Every scene is shot many, many times and from various angles to ultimately splice into the final movie.
• The work that goes into creating sets is amazing. I can see why show tickets are so expensive.
• Movie people put in long days.
• Many of their tasks would be very boring after while.
• The food is extremely good. Especially the desserts!

Jim D.