Camera Movement and Conversation: Capturing the Loosely Scripted Series 'Family Tree'
By:
David Heuring
Christopher Guest’s latest project, the HBO original series Family Tree, features many of the hallmarks of the other “mockumentary” films he’s directed, including This Is Spinal Tap, A Mighty Wind, Best in Show, Waiting for Guffmanand For Your Consideration. All of these comedic films feature actors playing unselfconsciously funny characters with sincere, if somewhat ridiculous, aspirations. Guest’s modus operandi often involves improvised scenes, ensemble casts and Super 16 film. The latter three films were made with the same cinematographer: Roberto Schaefer, ASC.
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