25. Lighting and Last Looks (Part 25 of 34)

The set is really starting to take on a life of its own. Jared has put a lot of effort into the little details, but the last (and arguably the most important) detail is not yet in place: the lighting.

Matthew and Tom work on the light configuration.

Pro Tip: Lighting is everything. It can give a mundane set life, but it can also ruin one. Never skimp on your lighting!

After some 20 years in the film industry, the brothers have made many talented friends. That said, Tom Pritchard might be among the top. His attention to detail when it comes to light is hard to match. It’s almost as if he can see things others can’t.

“So what are you thinking?” asks Matthew. “Maybe a big soft key here? Maybe put the fill on this corner?”

Tom steps back from the set and considers his options. “Yeah, that could work. How many lights do you have?”

“Well, a lot,” Matthew replies.

Tom nods without looking at Matthew. It’s clear that the vision is coming to life in his head.

“Good,” he replies. “Were gonna’ use all of them.”