Pre-Production

The visual language was developed through location scouting, camera and lighting tests, visual references, and detailed shot planning.

Lookbook created by Carrie Glassman, Director of Photography, in collaboration with Esther Ancrum, Director. Scouting included Carrie Glassman, Esther Ancrum, and James Swartz, Gaffer.

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SHOT LIST

A look inside the visual planning behind the film

Every shot in ESTHER’S INTERSTELLAR VISION was planned with a detailed shot list covering camera movement, lenses, frame rates, equipment, composition, coverage, lighting, and visual references.

For those interested in the filmmaking process, the complete three-page shot list is available below.

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On-Set Filming

Production

Filming took place on location using controlled lighting setups to create the film’s stylized night environment. The telescope serves as both a visual and symbolic element, reinforcing the film’s themes of exploration and connection.

On-set night shoot

Refining the film in post-production

Post-Production

Post-production brought the film together through editing, color grading, and sound design.The film was shaped through collaboration with an Emmy-winning editor, who also handled sound design, along with a professional colorist. The final presentation also included custom design, such as the film poster and slate.

A Look Behind the Scenes

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