RB’s latest Coffee & Content spotlights a Panavision chat with Oona Menges BSC about shooting Ruby Speaking. Her approach is all character first: natural light, honest blocking, and camera choices that put you in Ruby’s world. The takeaway for us DPs is simple: stop chasing “pretty” and let light, lens, and movement serve the emotional truth.
RB also answers a writer's question about character rights. If you sell a script, you probably will not keep the rights to the characters. What you can do is negotiate smart terms like profit participation, backend points, or a consulting role. Know your priorities, learn the business, and get good reps in your corner.
Drop your thoughts:
• What is one camera or lighting choice you use to keep the character front and center
• What is one business question you are trying to figure out this year
Read the Blog: https://www.stage32.com/blog/coffee-content-capturing-characters-on-scre...
