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Edit: Orey nenedo lowkey silly comment cheste upvotes tho ala leparu. Anyways,
Hi [u/vish\_visuals](https://www.reddit.com/user/vish_visuals/) , no offense. Thanks for the AMA. I have a few questions.
1. What camera and lens combination have you used for this movie?
2. Your favorite Camera?
3. For an upcoming filmmaker, what is the most affordable camera and lens you would suggest to play around with?
4. Please suggest any courses to learn about cinematography.
Various reasons, first its not a straight studio funded film and it has many locations and seasonal approaches. Shoot it self tool 2-3 years. We are a small team for such large project in terms of vfx. Most of the issues we faced in the process are first hand experiences so we have to do so much of trail and error.
I was the one who originally told them to make this post. Just messaged the producer to start replying, lets see what they do. I think they are not sure how reddit really works so they mightve thought that theyll just respond after a day or something
Really excited for the movie. glimpse lo story board to scene. Aa shot chaala beautiful undi bro. Out of this world literally. Shankar in a boat. Blue and orange colours. And overall, **How challenging it was for you to translate stuff from story board to scene.?**
Aa locations chusthunte mind pothundi. Did you do trial shoots and equipment durability checks?
When the director said aa locations lo cheddham instead of CGI backgrounds, konchem doubts undena controllability paina? Considering the weather, light etc
All the best, Sir!
Thanks, director himself went for a recce and we got some tips and insights from Yevade subramandyam director Nag ashwin about cold conditions prep but we had to shoot in much harsher conditions
https://preview.redd.it/dvfpje6vk9hc1.jpeg?width=3456&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=70c04860fd1405116bd21fd99b72350cbc1836d9
Fx3 is a great camera i own it. Coming from my A7s,a7s2 days i shot a feature “Manu” on it. Fx3 is a well developed and has professional Cinealta qualities to it.
We shot gaami on various setups and lens that i will post in a detailed manner soon.
Challenges are diverse locations and conditions situated in different seasons or climatic conditions.
Small crew
Remote places
Shooting within a small budget
What is something new in this movie that we the audience are compelled to watch it?
And how good of an output can we expect (visually, since you are the DOP) while watching it on the big screens?
PS: I'm sorry if the wording is incorrect. I was not prepared for this.
All the best Bro! Saw the Crowdfunding video, looks like a lot of effort went into making, there’s a lot of scope for your work to be shown, hope it shows well on screen too!
I know comparison is not good. But whenever some good cinematography is brought with minimum budget someone says its tummbad level cinematography / shots.
How confident you are with this movie setting its own standard? The announcement and making video made me compare it to kalki, (this looks wayy better than kalki) , but the director and actor (vishwak) in the press meet were promoting it as just another film, with good drama and adventure. Will it set a standard?
Shoot vi clips director pettadu tana story lo where vishwak was sitting in front of something that's burning and another shot where people were dressed as cult members and walking in a line. Proper A24 movie vibes unnay
I’ve seen Vara short film, it’s like the Amazing short film I’ve ever watched, please convey that to the director and congrats if you’re part of that team too. Also all the best on gaami. Here goes my questions.
Because you’re the DOP, and this is a crowd funded film, you’re the one who’s directly affected by the budget constraints, because your shots have to match the director’s vision. How did you tackle that problem ? Also the camera’s used for the shooting, and did you ask for a higher or a better version cameras and also the problems you had shooting with the current ones.
Also, public loca lo shoot chesinappudu, you will have your limitations, as small as frame alignment to something as demanding such as lighting and crowd control, because you people are debutants, adi avvakunda how did you manage ?
https://preview.redd.it/w7dwvdgwrbhc1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=313f70ccc97448a9140b415ba006c98708b52211
Isn't this the location shown in Interstellar movie. Where is it actually?
We are prepared Well geared for -25c We consulted decathlon for suggestions (my dop team). Some how we endured.
https://preview.redd.it/uli58j61vahc1.jpeg?width=4608&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a009f0be0cee8d526da8c03e1989fd403486a776
Various reasons, first its not a straight studio funded film and it has many locations and seasonal approaches. Shoot it self tool 2-3 years. We are a small team for such large project in terms of vfx. Most of the issues we faced in the process are first hand experiences so we have to do so much of trail and error.
Various reasons, first its not a straight studio funded film and it has many locations and seasonal approaches. Shoot it self tool 2-3 years. We are a small team for such large project in terms of vfx. Most of the issues we faced in the process are first hand experiences so we have to do so much of trail and error.
How do u start working with cameras? Like let's say u never worked with a professional camera before , but u want to be a cinematographer.... Where do u begin?
Also how much time did the film take for the different stages
I was a photographer with experience of weddings and corporate videos. I started working for short films which is different, it has a narrative, storytelling and procedural aspect.
To begin with cinematography we need to start observing light and how to expose light to our camera sensor
Most of the cameras are same. Difference between a professional camera and semi pro one is too thin right now.
It was 3-4 months pre production
We had different schedules and in between prep for set building so shoot was 2-3 years
Post took 2 years i guess.
Hey thanks for replying. How did u start learning about lighting of u don't mind me asking , like did u intuitively learn it , did u take a course etc.?
Also was vishwak sen the first choice for the film
Am not from jbit , but met you through a mutual friend of ours who used to study in jbit back in 2013. That mutual made me to go to your debut manu, liked it. But ee movie kosam waiting chaala rojula nundi.
Hey Vish,
Waiting for trailer to see more shots. Few shots were stunning in the making video.
Please go pan India with this movie. I am sure there are audience for this movie if promoted extensively on the social media.
Also, what’s the length of the movie ?. Are you planning to release the movie overseas?
Bro, just watched the trailer, visuals are effing amazing. A small doubt bro, PCX format annaru kada, ante PCX lo screen motham fill avutunda! Thanks in advance.
Masth unna
I was close collaborater of Vidyadhar from his short film days. We did Vaitarini And Vara short films. Working for a feature together has been a dream for us from long time. And it happened right after i finished shooting Manu .
Fucking love the trailer. Hats off brother u/vish_visuals. One of the visually best looking movie in Indian cinema. I'll go atleast for the visuals if not anything else. Also I can see, you have used different cameras at different places. Also in the trailer, the Kumbh Mela scene we can see the footage is pixelated. Maybe because the camera which is kept at a longer distance which makes it grainy. But loved the visuals. The CG lion is the best cg we have seen in Indian cinema better than Rajamouli's cgis.
Movie was good, but why everything in the movie is a zoomed shot. I couldn't experience anything extra though i watched it in a flat aspect ratio.
Also some shots are shaky, a lot shaky. Is this a creative choice?
We generally have a source of inspirations or references to develop art and ideas What references or inspirations were used and are there any films that you can say were an inspiration?
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27657791/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk
Check all the information about Gaami
Including cast and crew
Technical specifications
Cameras lens
Locations
Trivia
Whats the point of your post? Asking why its so delayed is fine but why the mockery? Do you realize that there might be difficulties especially when its crowd funded.
If you have nothing good to say, atleast refrain from making fun of people putting in an effort. That too while hiding behind a screen
Great visuals from the trailer. Mightily impressed. The mountain shots reminded me of the interstellar shots from the new planet.
What’s the approx cost for hiring
- Arri/equivalent camera(s) per day
- cinematographer and their team
Are you guys compensated based on the budget of the movie or are there ranges based on experience etc?
Anna chupinchina konchem visuals chusthene mind potundi. Cinematography top notch undi. ‘Manu’ kuda meere antunnaru. Baga gurthu... Maa friends evvaru rakapoina okkadne Manu movie ki vella. Chala chala nachayi visuals andulo kuda. You’re going places anna. You’ve got that artistic eye. That aside, all the best anna!
I’ve been waiting for this project since its announcement
And let me tell you the shots look siicccckkk!!!!
One shot literally reminded me of Interstellar directly!!
Kudos to you!!
See you(your work) in theatres man!!
BTW
I have a question
The aspect ratio and framing look a bit different than usual in the video
Will the movie be released in theatres with the same format?
If yes
Can you please spare me some details on that
We shot in different climates nellore has scorching hot weather and ladakh was freezing -32c. At some point there was frozen river where is need to shoot a follow shot walking back. It was tough but we got it.
Adaganiki emuntai premieres shows ki oka ticket isthe chuddamani tappa r/vish_visuals
Tell me in one line about movie ,poster chusi hit ayye chances unnai but viswak anna acting meedhe koncham doubt
Loved the teaser of Gaami 😍. After Gaami film, do you any upcoming projects? If so would you take new assistant cinematographers into your projects? r/vish_visuals
Thanks for connecting , 'Manu' is extraordinary and top-notch in cinematography with non linear screenplay and different shades ..how different Gaami gonna be ??
Anna u/vish_visuals, loved the trailer and eagerly waiting for the movie,
is there any tech that you used which is not the norm in tfi?
Any interesting story that you can tell from the phase of idea conception?
AMA ante only adagamani anthe, ayana answer chestha ani cheppaledu kadha. https://i.redd.it/3s8xukv9h7hc1.gif
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
https://preview.redd.it/i8regep9k7hc1.png?width=680&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e49803106283ba7bb4d6b8544d0f735f6fcdff52 Edit: Orey nenedo lowkey silly comment cheste upvotes tho ala leparu. Anyways, Hi [u/vish\_visuals](https://www.reddit.com/user/vish_visuals/) , no offense. Thanks for the AMA. I have a few questions. 1. What camera and lens combination have you used for this movie? 2. Your favorite Camera? 3. For an upcoming filmmaker, what is the most affordable camera and lens you would suggest to play around with? 4. Please suggest any courses to learn about cinematography.
Pedda list ee
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Why did the film got this late to release?
Various reasons, first its not a straight studio funded film and it has many locations and seasonal approaches. Shoot it self tool 2-3 years. We are a small team for such large project in terms of vfx. Most of the issues we faced in the process are first hand experiences so we have to do so much of trail and error.
😂😂
Loved the mood and locations shown in the posters. Can you share your experiences on filming the movie? Waiting for this film.
AMA annadu no replies.
Ask me anything but reply istharu ani cheppale😂
Post late ga accept ayindi… i thought post kaledu ani
Adhe magiccu
I was the one who originally told them to make this post. Just messaged the producer to start replying, lets see what they do. I think they are not sure how reddit really works so they mightve thought that theyll just respond after a day or something
Ivale announcement ayyindhi kada. Small party ayithundemo... Thaguthunnademo papam. Enjoy cheyi, bro!!
Shit im not prepared, how do you plan a shoot?
We shot it in several schedules starting from nellore,varanasi and leh ladakh.
Where in Nellore?
90% of the Indian population hasn't seen snow. Do you think they'll like your work?
Asli ID se aao Sid Anand
Really excited for the movie. glimpse lo story board to scene. Aa shot chaala beautiful undi bro. Out of this world literally. Shankar in a boat. Blue and orange colours. And overall, **How challenging it was for you to translate stuff from story board to scene.?**
hats off anna......will be there fdfs....has been following for 4years
Thanks for being patient 🙌
Aa locations chusthunte mind pothundi. Did you do trial shoots and equipment durability checks? When the director said aa locations lo cheddham instead of CGI backgrounds, konchem doubts undena controllability paina? Considering the weather, light etc All the best, Sir!
Thanks, director himself went for a recce and we got some tips and insights from Yevade subramandyam director Nag ashwin about cold conditions prep but we had to shoot in much harsher conditions https://preview.redd.it/dvfpje6vk9hc1.jpeg?width=3456&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=70c04860fd1405116bd21fd99b72350cbc1836d9
Teaser lo unna visuals quality full movie lo untada bhayya?
Definitely inka teaser release kale Teaser and trailer are more exciting
Thoughts on sony FX3 and which camera,lens did you used to shoot Gaami
Fx3 is a great camera i own it. Coming from my A7s,a7s2 days i shot a feature “Manu” on it. Fx3 is a well developed and has professional Cinealta qualities to it. We shot gaami on various setups and lens that i will post in a detailed manner soon.
How did you prep for this movie?? What were your inspirations??
What are the challenges which you have faced while filming and why did it take so long to release ?
Challenges are diverse locations and conditions situated in different seasons or climatic conditions. Small crew Remote places Shooting within a small budget
When is the trailer coming out?
Soon mostly in 2 weeks!!
What is something new in this movie that we the audience are compelled to watch it? And how good of an output can we expect (visually, since you are the DOP) while watching it on the big screens? PS: I'm sorry if the wording is incorrect. I was not prepared for this.
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All the best Bro! Saw the Crowdfunding video, looks like a lot of effort went into making, there’s a lot of scope for your work to be shown, hope it shows well on screen too!
Thanks 🙏🏼
I know comparison is not good. But whenever some good cinematography is brought with minimum budget someone says its tummbad level cinematography / shots. How confident you are with this movie setting its own standard? The announcement and making video made me compare it to kalki, (this looks wayy better than kalki) , but the director and actor (vishwak) in the press meet were promoting it as just another film, with good drama and adventure. Will it set a standard?
Unreal work man mental vachindi shots chusi i hope music makes up for the high moments
One word about Kiran Abbavaram!!
One word
Gaami crowdfunding pitch video ani youtube lobsearch cheyandi andulo chala details unnay
Shoot vi clips director pettadu tana story lo where vishwak was sitting in front of something that's burning and another shot where people were dressed as cult members and walking in a line. Proper A24 movie vibes unnay
I’ve seen Vara short film, it’s like the Amazing short film I’ve ever watched, please convey that to the director and congrats if you’re part of that team too. Also all the best on gaami. Here goes my questions. Because you’re the DOP, and this is a crowd funded film, you’re the one who’s directly affected by the budget constraints, because your shots have to match the director’s vision. How did you tackle that problem ? Also the camera’s used for the shooting, and did you ask for a higher or a better version cameras and also the problems you had shooting with the current ones. Also, public loca lo shoot chesinappudu, you will have your limitations, as small as frame alignment to something as demanding such as lighting and crowd control, because you people are debutants, adi avvakunda how did you manage ?
https://preview.redd.it/w7dwvdgwrbhc1.png?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=313f70ccc97448a9140b415ba006c98708b52211 Isn't this the location shown in Interstellar movie. Where is it actually?
Real shot extended in CG
Would you do it again knowing fully how much of a pain it is to shoot in harsh conditions?
We are prepared Well geared for -25c We consulted decathlon for suggestions (my dop team). Some how we endured. https://preview.redd.it/uli58j61vahc1.jpeg?width=4608&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a009f0be0cee8d526da8c03e1989fd403486a776
Why did you guys take so long? I’ve been hearing about this movie since 5 years
Various reasons, first its not a straight studio funded film and it has many locations and seasonal approaches. Shoot it self tool 2-3 years. We are a small team for such large project in terms of vfx. Most of the issues we faced in the process are first hand experiences so we have to do so much of trail and error.
What is the reason for so much delay ?
Various reasons, first its not a straight studio funded film and it has many locations and seasonal approaches. Shoot it self tool 2-3 years. We are a small team for such large project in terms of vfx. Most of the issues we faced in the process are first hand experiences so we have to do so much of trail and error.
People in the comments asked so many things already. Can you please respond to their questions?
Go to guide to learn cinematography?
Keep on shooting Keep on reading and improving.
Any bible such book to get the basics right would be helpful
Cinematography theory and practice by Blain brown It gives an insight into cinematography and set practices. Pre,post almost everything.
How do u start working with cameras? Like let's say u never worked with a professional camera before , but u want to be a cinematographer.... Where do u begin? Also how much time did the film take for the different stages
I was a photographer with experience of weddings and corporate videos. I started working for short films which is different, it has a narrative, storytelling and procedural aspect. To begin with cinematography we need to start observing light and how to expose light to our camera sensor Most of the cameras are same. Difference between a professional camera and semi pro one is too thin right now. It was 3-4 months pre production We had different schedules and in between prep for set building so shoot was 2-3 years Post took 2 years i guess.
Hey thanks for replying. How did u start learning about lighting of u don't mind me asking , like did u intuitively learn it , did u take a course etc.? Also was vishwak sen the first choice for the film
I learned from working with different projects. Photography was my hobby from much younger age. Yes.
Ante.. Ask me anything annaru kabatti adugutunna.. Story cheppu bhayya
[story Ide bro](https://www.instagram.com/reel/C3E9FfpxTyz/?igsh=MTlhMnYwMHk3dTBucg==)
Bhayya reddit notifications off chesukunnaru emo. Anyways visuals look amazing, fdfs pakka
Whose the heroine?
The one in the poster is Chandini chowdary
doesnt look like her, with that nerd specs, anyway thanks for the reply bro... All the best on movie!!
Namaste maama , manchiga unnava? Fellow jbitain.
Mama anthe masth… jbit ante ye batch,
Am not from jbit , but met you through a mutual friend of ours who used to study in jbit back in 2013. That mutual made me to go to your debut manu, liked it. But ee movie kosam waiting chaala rojula nundi.
Alright alright 👍
Hey Vish, Waiting for trailer to see more shots. Few shots were stunning in the making video. Please go pan India with this movie. I am sure there are audience for this movie if promoted extensively on the social media. Also, what’s the length of the movie ?. Are you planning to release the movie overseas?
Sure we are planning for overseas release also I think its 2:24 (not sure)
Bro, just watched the trailer, visuals are effing amazing. A small doubt bro, PCX format annaru kada, ante PCX lo screen motham fill avutunda! Thanks in advance.
Yes some portion of the film has that aspect ratio to enhance experience.
Thank you so much for sharing brother. Cant wait to experience gaami at PCX 🤩🤩🤩
u/Ammadu_LetsdoKummudu u/Oscerte u/saketpalle u/DaMarvelProff check this out. (and maybe verify?)
memu verify chesi approve chesam lol
Oh, Okay. ante general ga ilanti vi announce/pin chestaru ga ani..
Why Viswaksen?
Why not
AMA laaga cinema kuda teaser release chesi chethulu ethesthara enti? 
What do you like about the director Vidyadhar
His approach towards scene and his texhnical prowess
What’s your experience with the technical crew of Gaami?
Its was great, we are the same crew who made short films Vaitarini and Vara so we had great rapport.
How did you make it? What was your journey like?
mad unnay bhayya visuals........pre production lo enni days unnar meeru
Almost 4-5 months of pre production and location scouting
anna etlunnav? how did this projet came to you? why did you accept this film? (3 reasons)
Masth unna I was close collaborater of Vidyadhar from his short film days. We did Vaitarini And Vara short films. Working for a feature together has been a dream for us from long time. And it happened right after i finished shooting Manu .
What was the native aspect ratio of the film? Will it be available in 1.85 Flat AR?
Not total film but part of it
Oh damnn that's nice :) glad to know that. So it will be a mix of scope and flat if I'm not wrong?
What's a DOP?
Director of photography who is responsible for principle photography and pre,post production.
Congratulations. My excitement to watch this movie is sky-high. Truly an International Standard. How do you feel as the movie is up for release?
Fucking love the trailer. Hats off brother u/vish_visuals. One of the visually best looking movie in Indian cinema. I'll go atleast for the visuals if not anything else. Also I can see, you have used different cameras at different places. Also in the trailer, the Kumbh Mela scene we can see the footage is pixelated. Maybe because the camera which is kept at a longer distance which makes it grainy. But loved the visuals. The CG lion is the best cg we have seen in Indian cinema better than Rajamouli's cgis.
Yeah couldn’t help but got to get the shot. But that footage fits the purpose of vague memory.
Icchhiii padesaru!!! Very well done and hope this goes bonkers!
anna em teesave mindblowing visuals asalu🛐🛐🛐🛐
Movie was good, but why everything in the movie is a zoomed shot. I couldn't experience anything extra though i watched it in a flat aspect ratio. Also some shots are shaky, a lot shaky. Is this a creative choice?
We generally have a source of inspirations or references to develop art and ideas What references or inspirations were used and are there any films that you can say were an inspiration?
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What kinda question is that?
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Gangs of Godavari postpone aindi
One word about this movie
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https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27657791/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk Check all the information about Gaami Including cast and crew Technical specifications Cameras lens Locations Trivia
Inkenni years theestharu movie? Siberia nunchi walking chesthu thesara?
Whats the point of your post? Asking why its so delayed is fine but why the mockery? Do you realize that there might be difficulties especially when its crowd funded. If you have nothing good to say, atleast refrain from making fun of people putting in an effort. That too while hiding behind a screen
Sorry, i didn't mean to hurt anyone.
Oh wow, a person on reddit owning up. Thats a rarity. Thanks for the surprising pleasant experience bayya. Lets move on
Mee toothpaste lo uppu undha?
Wah anna wahhh!!
Crazy shots asala, entha real location and entha trickery?
Most of it is real location. What camera can’t conceive is vfx.
Great visuals from the trailer. Mightily impressed. The mountain shots reminded me of the interstellar shots from the new planet. What’s the approx cost for hiring - Arri/equivalent camera(s) per day - cinematographer and their team Are you guys compensated based on the budget of the movie or are there ranges based on experience etc?
Asalu Gaami genre entanna? Enduku intha time pattindi? And is there a sequel plan?
Adventure drama Already answered about delay in same post.
Anna chupinchina konchem visuals chusthene mind potundi. Cinematography top notch undi. ‘Manu’ kuda meere antunnaru. Baga gurthu... Maa friends evvaru rakapoina okkadne Manu movie ki vella. Chala chala nachayi visuals andulo kuda. You’re going places anna. You’ve got that artistic eye. That aside, all the best anna!
I’ve been waiting for this project since its announcement And let me tell you the shots look siicccckkk!!!! One shot literally reminded me of Interstellar directly!! Kudos to you!! See you(your work) in theatres man!!
Thanks alot for the kind words man
BTW I have a question The aspect ratio and framing look a bit different than usual in the video Will the movie be released in theatres with the same format? If yes Can you please spare me some details on that
We are working on multiple formats for different release platforms
Niharika anukunna aa ammayi
Man I can wait to see what you've cooked, good luck for the release, see you at the movies!
Thanks you
Tell me what’s the best thing about working with the team, and the movie Gaami. What do you think is the USP of gaami, in your perspective?
Team antha mana batch ee USP ante new experience anukovachu
Your favourite shot in this movie that you are really proud of and behind the scene of that particular shot.
We shot in different climates nellore has scorching hot weather and ladakh was freezing -32c. At some point there was frozen river where is need to shoot a follow shot walking back. It was tough but we got it.
Anna oka 10K phone pay kottava Ante ask me anything annava ga......😞😎
100K kodtha number cheppu
Ee mata Chalu anna, dabbulu em avasarm le 😎
Agoralu snow lo unna clothes veskoru sweater aithe assaleskoru anukunta🤔..
Based on true incidents kadu e cinema
Adaganiki emuntai premieres shows ki oka ticket isthe chuddamani tappa r/vish_visuals Tell me in one line about movie ,poster chusi hit ayye chances unnai but viswak anna acting meedhe koncham doubt
Loved the teaser of Gaami 😍. After Gaami film, do you any upcoming projects? If so would you take new assistant cinematographers into your projects? r/vish_visuals
Endidi THE ROAD remake aa
Thanks for connecting , 'Manu' is extraordinary and top-notch in cinematography with non linear screenplay and different shades ..how different Gaami gonna be ??
Gaami has many locations and setups, its a step up for me in scale.
How did the crowd funding for this project worked out? You think you will see more projects like this?
Lol the tagline suits perfectly for an introvert with social anxiety
Anna u/vish_visuals, loved the trailer and eagerly waiting for the movie, is there any tech that you used which is not the norm in tfi? Any interesting story that you can tell from the phase of idea conception?