Filming day 1!!
One of the first scenes in my movie A New Beginning is when Ethan walks down this quiet suburban street. This is when he sees a Help wanted sign pinned to this pole. This part seems small but is still very important because this is where Ethan's new journey starts. This scene helps set the tone for the film.
When me and my partner were looking for the right spot we knew we wanted a quiet street that seemed peaceful and calming. We wanted a simple street to show Ethan's life right now how he's a little stuck and lost but hoping for a fresh start. After looking at a few places in Southwest ranches we found the right one that had no one around and it had this farm in the back to give that country vibe. The trees and quiet sidewalk also add to this feeling of loneliness, Ethan is alone with his thoughts thinking what to do next.
When we were filming we made sure the street was quiet with no one around without noises of the cars. This way, we were able to record the nice sounds of the environment, like the wind through the trees and Ethan's footsteps on the pavement. These sounds helped to create the atmosphere, in a way that the moment was peaceful but also filled with expectation . We also filmed during the golden hour. The lighting was warm and soft. This gave the scene a sense of hope, like something is about to happen for Ethan. The “Help wanted" sign leads Ethan to move forward giving him an opportunity for change, a new start.
Choosing this street was important because it helps introduce who Ethan is and the mood of the film. The peacefulness of the street shows how relaxed but unsure Ethan's life is, and the "Help Wanted" sign gives us an idea of something new coming. This setting is important in building the story, showing the calm before the change that is coming.
This is the street in southwest ranches where we are filming.
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