The Magic of Miniatures - FULL PROCESS: build, shooting & editing of miniature world
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 พ.ค. 2024
- WATCH SLICE OF LIFE HERE: • "Slice of Life" - Awar...
An in-depth demonstration of the process we used to create the world of "Slice of Life". Find out how we built the buildings, filmed them in passes and composited the final shot in post-production.
"Slice of Life" is an original short Science Fiction film inspired by 80's sci-fi.
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:26 CREATING THE BUILDING
9:42 FILMING
18:44 COMPOSITING - ภาพยนตร์และแอนิเมชัน
This is the most inspiring thing I've ever seen. One guy in a garage, an hour in after effects, and you created a shot you could slip right into Blade Runner.
Glad you liked it! ;)
@@sliceoflifefilm >>> Definitely impressive! 👍👍
@@sliceoflifefilmyou’re talking so fast I’m having trouble keeping up I’m trying to learn here! 🤣 jk awesome job! 🤩
There is not enough likes to like this video this is the most amazing tutorial to make a movie scene
31:26 "And nobody will ever see them" perfectly describes visual effects completely.
haha, yes...
I felt it soo deep in my heart. Ye, that's true
I dissagree. Even if most people dont actually notice most small details it still makes the shot subconciously much more convincing.
I always told my clients nobody will see the details unless they're not there.
@@derPetunientopf yes! the fine details are only noticed in their absence.
You taught me more about how movies are made in 30mins than the rest of the internet has in 20 years.
Haha, thanks!!!
More than i learnt at móvie university
That's just sad.
This is exactly how old-school special effects and miniatures guys used to make models and effects for big budget movies - nothing too fancy, just lots of various junk from everyday life and bucket-loads of creativity.
Kinda, yeah. But before CGI, people also worked with photo film instead of After Effects.
Don’t forget optical printers! (Argggghhhh i hated working with them)
@Writer B.L. Alley Really? Wow!
Yep. Almost all models in Star Wars are kit bash models. Same thing with original Blade Runner.
@Jason Lee Barnett Oh, I agree! In-camera over CGI any day!
Massive Blade Runner fan, this shot is better than most CGI shots these days, it feels so real, I always thought digital and practical effects would gel together, I hope there is a resurgence of practice and miniature effects in the future.
Two and a half years of film school in less than 35 minutes. Well done!
that's good to know, i got no training and do similar things for fun, have done all my life in fact.
that wasn't meant to detract from this talented guy obviously, i am not a pro!
"It's little stories like that, that you want to tell, but no one will ever see them." Hilarious! This is superb and I appreciate the attention and love that was put into this. Too cool, sir. Too cool.
haha thank you. yea I always feel like that when I work on details , who's gonna see that=?? :D
Yo my Cajun brother. I'm in lake Charles lol
Calling this fascinating would be a complete understatement!
A comment like this makes us proud! ;)
Im obsessed with you guys! So innovative and brilliant! This is the POWER of imagination, dreams, determination. Most people complain about not having the right material, actors, money... doesn't matter.... just DO IT! There is always a way if you have the passion and imagination for it! Phenomenal job!
Ah yes!! We also go by the immortal words of Shia! JUST DO IT! ;)
th-cam.com/video/ZXsQAXx_ao0/w-d-xo.html
I edit my original comment and ending this inconsequential thread. Acting does matter and a lot. Bad vfx are tolerable, bad acting no. Second, equipment show in these video exceed the pay check of one year of salary of many actors in the world. Then, money matter to. VFX are not made of good will and are very expensive. There are nothing in this video that show lack or constrain of resources. Use of recycle materials are really common in many artistic disciplines. Last, obsessive youtubers are always suckers. Have a nice day.
@@pubdigitalix I believe what @mrKWJones meant was that not having actors (and other stuff) should not be used as an excuse. Of course acting matters but it should NOT prevent you from creating something.
@@pubdigitalix I think your getting your knickers in a twist based on a misunderstanding… The poster meant that you CAN produce SOMETHING whether or not you think you lack the means. Ingenuity, will and action will prevail whatever your means.
His comment is all about positivity. Can't say the same about yours. We all know not everyone is blessed with the same opportunities...
Luka Hrgovic's One Day Builds: Blade Runner Buildings :D
Hahah... Sounds familiar! :D
Flying car: "What the hell man, you're too close." Lmao! Phenomenal job Bro!
Yeah, this video had EVERY element of a great video, humour & good communication included!
"I don't even know what this is, but it looks useful."
The mantra of every physical effects artist.
That and 'now it looks interesting'. It works for them though. After watching these diaries and the short film itself, youtube sent similar recommendations my way. I have seen bigger, independent film making blogs and professional as they may be, they very often ignore the 'now it looks interesting' bit! These Croatian guys really have something special going on!
This is what is meant do be FILMMAKING. you guys should open a "Miniature Film-making Company". MfC. Just like ILM for cgi.
This is hugely inspiring. Thank you for keeping the magic of cinema alive and being willing to share all your secrets gained through what was clearly hours upon hours of hard work and trial and error. Might have to make my own miniature city now.
YES, you definitely should!!! :D Thanks man! ;)
it really is isn't it, a dabbled all my life but now i am sat here thinking of upping my game now! i also collect interesting packaging, it's like ocd, then one day i make something and realise why i kept it! also, yes, mate do it, make one, post a video if you want, i will watch!
@@jibicusmaximus4827 I did in fact make a miniature for my film The Abduction of Nancy Watkins that you can find here on TH-cam. It’s not a miniature city but was still some fun!
Thanks for making this 😍
"We're going to do another fog pass where we create a rain effect!"
TH-cam upload compression: "Nuh"
hahaaha, very true... You have to use your imagination with that one! :D
The true genius here is how such simple concepts were combined to make this beautiful throwback. There is a bright mind behind this
If I was a filmmaker on a budget, I am hiring that dude
If you are a film maker on a budget you have to trick that guy to work for you for free, or other types of compensation that don't involve actual payment, like cheap hookers or if you're really broke, hand lotion.
@@pakde8002 genius
Wow! One day I want to give this a go.
Lloyd, you're a legend!
Has Ridley Scott seen this film using old school techniques?! I’m sure he would be impressed! 😍
This is without a doubt, the most fascinating video I've seen on TH-cam. Thanks so much for posting it. Really inspirational stuff!
Just pure eyegasm watching all of this miniature effects, its good to have you all back again
This is how it should be done! Real filmmaking!
Thanks a lot Richard!
I just finished my writing. I had a crazy realization that I could 3D print my landscapes and buildings, etc. AND THEN I find this video.
Phenomenal. I’m gonna go watch the movie now. Just absolutely opened up more creative avenues of approach
Glad to hear that!
“This video tutorial, whatever it is”. Love it.
This video is a master class of vfx, miniatures (art's department), compositing and direction of photografy in one, thanks guys
Haha, glad you liked it!!
I don't know in what playlist to put this, because the gist of it can be used for ANY visual art form where you need to make props from scratch.
Amazing.
“Final shit and nobody will ever see them" was the best part🤣
It's criminal you don't have more subscribers man.
Production Diary is LEGIT, that is better than my cinematography classes ever were.
Well f***ing done boys!
Haha same here man! Learned so much on this film!
I was with you through the model building, painting, lighting, photography, etc. Thinking, "yeah, I could do that!" Then you started compositing and playing around with all those different little controls at lighting speed and … no, I don't think I could ever hope to do that. I mean, I bet I could learn the software enough in a couple years to do that one shot with a couple weeks of endless frustration, but not with that fluency and casual ease. Yikes! Great work.
Haha thanks! Well, to be honest this video is sped up at some points to flow better. I'm definitely not that fast in real life, and if you really do learn the software for a year or two you'll be able to get great results. If you really want to learn AE head over to Video Copilot page and learn from his tutorials. You'll be the master by the end! ;)
Your plot element regarding the traffic and the two drivers nearly getting into a physical altercation was funny as hell. Amazing video.
Glad you enjoyed it!
hahahaha priceless! "i might as well just glue the whole ... telefone on top of the building, because ... why not?" - I love your creativity in this almost stoicist fashion. Never turn away from this hobby!
Wow, what a ride! Watched the movie and then the total of this video. Everything is done just so careful and in a lovely, caring manner. Loads of Blade Runner references and what not. I always wanted to do a little diorama, because ... why not? Now's the time to get started. Thank you so much!
@@phaandorpertwee6981 Thank you Phaandor for checking out the film too! You should definitely do the diorama! Because... why not!!! :D
"Hope You Learned Something" I learned a ton of info.
Using the Cardboard box as the start, was new to me.
You made it look easy, I love the practical over CGI built environment.
This is incredible, the knowledge I've gained from this half-hour video is amazing. Concise, clear, you show us the important stuff without rambling on and on, so well done. I am in the process of starting my TH-cam endeavor, making short films (VERY short) of miniatures in scenes and settings, using gaming minis and terrain that I make and paint, to tell quick stories in a series. The info here has been most helpful, thank you all for making this.
Good luck with your projects ;)
Dear Friend!!!
Well… WON-DER-FUL!
I am still blown away by the LOVE you put into this!
You..(and i mean this serious)… should send it to Sir Ridly Scott‘s Company RSAFilms.
He‘s always interessted in fresh Ideas… even if they‘re done with classic Techniques.
And of course: he WILL BE happy to see…how his Masterpiece still inspires young Filmmakers.
I am 65… studied Photo-Film-Design in Dortmund/Germany… back in 1980.
And i get a grin on my face… to see sooo much similarities in the making, even 40 Years later.
Of course… we… had NO Aftereffects back then.
Finally:
Many, many THANKS for showing me, showing US… what you did HERE!
Last, but not least:
Where the hell can i get a „Splice of Life“-T-Shirt?
Greetz from Germany,
Reinhard
I've never felt so unskilled in my life. This was amazing to see.
I absolutely love your work! You guys inspired me do build some miniatures myself. The moment it gets sprayed grey is so satisfying. I could watch your videos all day long if I haven't had a thousand fibre optic cables to install as lights inside of the miniatures, lol.
Haha, yes primer is the best part! Good luck with fibre optics! Patient you must be! ;)
This all is just fascinating, you are great guys for such a nice, simple, but still great looking work!!!
That super glue/powder tip is worth 10 thumbs up alone! This is really informative and fun to watch.
Glad it was helpful! Its a lifesaver :D
Not a single dislike. This is very tough especially for a video that has almost 14K views. WOW. That just shows you the quality of the work you guys have. Very, very, very impressive!
oh wow, didn't realize that, haha! Thanks a lot!! ;)
Fuck I jinxed them lol
Beautifully done! You let the good work, the process, and your clear description be the star of this feature without any gimmicks. I used to teach this content at a film school, and this was a real pleasure to watch. Congratulations to the whole crew.
Thank you very much Dan! Glad you liked it! ;)
Never worked on post production so I'm getting quite an education.
Zvjerski fantastično. Hvala!
That software is insane. So powerful.
Amazing!!!
Also, keep posting more!
This was wonderful. You've revamped my filmmaking spirit. Thank you guys for bringing us along the way and teaching us how you created this beauty.
Our pleasure! Thank you for taking the journey with us! ;)
vfx + special effects = deadly combo
Guy just dropped a master class....best on youtube by far
Thank you so, so much for your release of the film (just watched, a few times, ha ha) and for this tutorial. A most informative and well explained outlay of talent.
I have been following you for so many years now, and tonight was such a wonderful culmination, unexpected as well. I am sure you have created an entire generation of budding creators with your videos these past years, the love and energy of your work is palpable, and inspires. I cannot wait to see future work, you make the world a better place to be.
Daaamn man! We're getting all teary-eyed here! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Mogao bi ovo gledati danima, Luka jel ti se da napravit ovakvu emisiju? Svaka emisija drugi kadar :D
HAhaah, dobra ideja! :D :D
Smoke and volumetric light shafts makes everything looks like 80s retro futurism! I love it!
You have an awesome name :D :D
@@sliceoflifefilm Thank you :D
❤️this is what i call passionate filmmaking
I open my trash can and it looks like a “miniature city” just as it is.
Awesome Luka! Very entertaining and engaging, as always! There are some great tips here, I look forward to using in my own work, thanks pal :D
You are welcome Russel!! Glad it was of help! ;)
As someone who in later years has decided to turn his artistic (painting) craft towards making a film based on his paintings this has been one o& the most informative videos I have yet seen to date... I think I will be watching this often, mining it for every gem in it! Thank you 🙏
Thank you Sean, good luck with your project!
You can now watch Slice of Life on this link!!! → th-cam.com/video/5eDQ2SSsmEk/w-d-xo.html
AMAZING is there any info on what type of lens you used? I actually have a Black Magic Pocket 4K but only have a Meike 16mm lens for it
i have sent you an email regarding a proposal. please check and reply.
I just watched your film. Excellent!
wow man.... just watched the short film.... i love it, you should do more thinks like that, you are really really good the mix if miniatures and the practilcal effects, really one of the best looks that i saw for this kind of aesthetic, better than altered carbon or total recall 2012 for example.... saludos de argentina
Absolutely brilliant....I know a lot of artists i want to share this with....but I'm not sure if I should issue a "spoiler alert" and tell them they need to see the movie first. So i'm going to watch again for the third or fourth time and see if knowing this affects my viewing. P.S.;I put your flick right up there with"Orbit Ever After", and that's one of the best ever.
"I might as well just glue the whole telephone onto the top of the building because why the hell not." After the painting it makes complete sense.
I love miniature effects!
I think what makes this video even better is that the movie is actually pretty damn good.
I was studying this for the last 5 years, why is this better presented than all my lections combined ?
Thanks a lot!
The whole time while watching this video I was like "Wow what the hell, that's freaking amazing!" You are freaking talented!
This might be the best video I've ever seen on youtube!
Never stop doing this
31:21 Perfect definition of this line of work lol
I come back to this every now and then just to get inspired.
Magnificent ! Old school filmmaking !
Looks far, far better than CGI
The comic sans lettering at the end is what makes it perfect
YES! Finally someone with the same refined taste as me! :P
@@sliceoflifefilm It will outlast Times New Roman. We'll have the last laugh and it will look comic.
@@gu4xinim Hahah totally! OMG man I just got an idea! It's a perfect font for a tombstone! Gotta remember that!
@@sliceoflifefilm I had to search and found lots of examples. Looks fabulous.
Stan Wilson has nothing on these guys. Love this channel leaned so much for stop motion movies I’m marking
Thanks for continuing the Blade Runner Universe!!!!!!
So amazing. Awesome behind the scenes. 87 hours later. 9 second shot. ... worth it? Fuck yes!!!!
These miniatures are so cool! Big reason why this movie looks so good!
I'm glad TH-cam kept on pushing this video to me!
Please update the title so more people can understand what a goldmine this is before watching 😃 Right now it's too anonymous
Add something like "full process: build, shooting & editing of miniature world"
@@DominusFeles You know what! I'll do that! Thanks for the suggestion ;)
@@sliceoflifefilm Haha! You're welcome! ^^
I had no idea about the "Slice of Life". This video was fed to me by TH-cam and I am happy that is was.
Glad to hear that! Thanks for watching!
So now that means I have no choice but to go dumpster diving. Amazing and inspiring stuff.
That real-rust technique is very clever. The whole video was pretty fascinating. Thank you for sharing it.
Randomly came across this video and the moment I saw "prašak za pecivo" I yelled "FELLOW CROATIAN!"
Awesome channel!
haha Prašak za pecivo povezuje ljude! :D
The Miniatures came out amazing within the film, it all looks real. Thank you for your patience and professionalism.
This is the best miniature tutorial I’ve found on TH-cam and I’ve been searching for so long.
I'm almost embarrassed that I just found this. My new favorite channel!
Weclome! ;)
Great stuff. It’s all in the fun of letting the creation tell you what it wants to be and being patient with it. I love it.
Miniature sets are very fascinating as there is a physical feel of shooting something real and then compositing later , its best of both worlds ! GREAT JOB
I’m in this dystopian future now 3 years later 🤣. Holy moly this is insane. I’m just honestly speechless 🤯🔥
Thank a lot!
And here I thought 3d modeling and setting up realtime environments in Unreal was a long process...man, this was awesome!
This is the perfect combination of miniture effects and CGI, and it looks absolutely magical.
So much better than the complete 100% CGI mess we get in major studio films today - Marvel, DC take note!
A really inspiring video, thanks for sharing the experience with us.
Wow, thank you! Glad you like it!
That is impressive. One minute he's hot gluing an office phone to a plastic crate and spray painting it and, half a hour later, we're immersed in a dystopian city of the future.
So this is the laboratory of a mad genius. I'm gonna take notes.
The attention to detail is insane!
I didn't know Diego Luna worked in visual effects. Awesome! 😁
that's beyond any short film done these past few years! really all of this is practical effect, even the rain! amazing!!!
Admirable. Definitivamente son unos especialistas, mis respetos.
You know, you ran through this lickity-split, but you have conveyed more information about production in 34 minutes than hundreds of other videos on YT. CONGRATULATIONS!
“What the hell, man-you’re too close!” You even created ‘air rage.’ This is insane. Just spectacular. I wish I could afford to hire you to do environmental stuff for a short film….
Thank you! ;)
The miniature work these guys did for this legit looks better than a lot of the cityscape miniature work that WETA did in Villeneuve’s Blade Runner 2049 and looks much closer to the feel of the Douglas Trumbull miniature work from Ridley Scott’s original.
I've had a film I've been looking to make for a while, but wasn't sure how to do it on the cheap. This looks fantastic, and doesn't break the bank! Thanks for putting this out there, and keep up the good work!
It will take a lot of time though! Haha. But its worth it!
How generous of you to explain all this.
I've just finished watching the final product and all I can say is WOW!!!! There are so many tiny details in the film that you could've rushed but you didn't and every moment looks amazing and gives me a sense of nostalgia I didn't even know I had, and although there are no sad parts I wanted to cry after seeing years of work that I've closely followed coming together magically
Edit: I am definitely going to make my own miniature city now
YES! Thank you for the awesome comment! And we are totally happy we inspired you to make your own city! There's no better feeling then to be standing like Godzilla among your buildings! :D
Absolutely amazing work. When Johann Strauss composed the music in the 1860s he could not in his wildest dreams have imagined it being used on TH-cam.
Haha, true :D
Amazing work, truly inspiring.
Imagine making a sci-fi movie in a garage with a box of scraps.
I'm speechless! I had no idea these softwares could do all that so quickly.
I was a bit skeptical about the building you built but it really blends well.
Thanks! This building was built really fast just as a demonstration, usually we worked for a few days on one building as they were much more detailed.