Please check out "A Good Life" TV Pilot Episode, launching on YouTube today!
Shot with a Canon 5D Mark III and Panasonic GH2; I would love to hear what you guys think.
Any shares and subscribes are much appreciated!
@stampfli You asked so I will give my two cents.
First, you finished an entire pilot. That is commendable no matter how much praise or criticism you receive. You are already 99.99% ahead of most people. This isn't meant to be patronizing, either e.g. I'm not trying to say "A" for effort. Starting and FINISHING something are both skills, so congratulations.
With that said:
Don't mean to bust your chops, it's still completed which is an AMAZING feat. If you are asking for advice (and I know you're not and won't be offended if you tell me to fuck off), I would take what you have, and cut down to the VERY best things and make a teaser trailer about 2-3 minutes long that's quick and funny. Then go through the episode, see if you can punch it up more and/or what could possibly be reshot.
But if it's done and/or you're done shooting, then throw it out into the world, stand by it proudly, and start working on the next episode or next thing.
I mean this honestly and sincerely: congratulations and the very best of luck to you.
@tfinn Thanks for the in-depth response, I truly appreciate it!
I've been around TV/Film long enough to have a tough skin to handle critique, so I very much welcome it. I also know everyone is not going to agree with everything which is completely understandable. I am, however, curious on your thoughts as to why the Takahashi character was "off-putting." The humor behind the character is not making fun of Japanese people, but rather white guys who are obsessed with Japanese culture; in this case even taking his wife's name. I would also be interested to know what was your favorite part about the show.
I agree with a lot of your technical points. The camera style should be more consistent, editing snappier, and audio mix improved. I think part of what was holding back better quality was in having a budget under $5000. Ideally, we would sell the concept/show and re-shoot the episode entirely. In the meantime, I intend to build the brand online with more content.
Again, thanks for taking the time to provide feedback! It's always good to hear from you guys.
Also, there is a teaser trailer I posted a few weeks ago.
Here's the link:
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