Scene 15 "NPC Encounter" Shoot Day 1

Everything was set. Guns, swords, costumes, and a whole production crew. All we lacked was preparation. Well, you can blame that on me, I'll discuss that later. For now, I'll write a summary of the happenings last Friday, November the 7th. It was our first day of shooting a scene involving NPCs, and I'm very glad almost everyone was able to come. It was actually the first time that more than half of the crew were together on the same filming day! We set off early morning and headed to UP for location shooting. Everyone got dressed and when we started filming, it didn't go quite as smoothly as I hoped. Also broke a few props including the buster sword, M4 & Sig Rifle, now under repair. Everything was great, the weather was perfect and the cast was quite complete, but like I said earlier, all we lacked was preparation... or maybe I lacked it. Here goes the story the day before that:

November the 6th, Thursday. I woke up early morning and set off to Marikina Riverbanks to scout and confirm the location. As I have observed, there were guards patrolling the riverbanks, and they were on bike too. I didn't care to ask if it was ok to shoot so I decided we should find another location. In the evening we checked out Timberland Heights in San Mateo but the area wasn't suitable for the scene either. So at the very last minute I decided to head to UP and, accompanied by Vanessa, looked for a good spot to film the picture I had in mind. We found a suitable location with no guards to disturb us and not too much people passing by. It was set. Got home late at night where I had two options on what I should work on. A) Screenwriting for the shooting B) Edward's substitute "lightweight" buster sword. I thought option B would be important so I decided to go for it. But I didn't think it would take me all night to complete that 2nd sword. So by 7am the next morning I still sat there sleepless, still finishing the sword while everyone was gathered and ready. I was so embarassed in front of you guys. (Translation: Nahiya talaga ako sa inyo noon, ang aga ko kayo pinapunta tapos ako ung hindi ready). If only I had chosen Option A I would have had 5 hours to prepare the entire scene including direction, choreography plus a little sleep. I still deeply regret not being to make the most of such a beautiful day.

And for that mistake I owe everyone an apology and indeed I am very sorry to each of you guys. The next time I tell you guys to come early I'll make sure everything's set and ready to go by the time you guys get here. It's always been that way every shoot except for this one. Everyone's lack of food, sleep and hydration also added to the decrease in productivity. So in preparation for the succeeding shoots I would like to give out a few announcements:
From now on, (during distant location shoots only)
1) Extra breakfast for those who hadn't eaten yet will be prepared and packed by me on filming days that start in the morning in the form of eggs and bread. Does not apply for halfday shoots.
2) Lunch will also be prepared in a pot along with rice and paper plates and spoons for everyone. Members may select from this menu: Maling luncheon meat, Purefoods luncheon meat or Argentina luncheon meat. More to come soon!
3) Water will be provided in a large gallon container enough for everyone throughout the day.
4) Ice will also be brought in a cooler, you guys might wanna add some cola :)
5) If you need energy drinks or extra stuff for the day, buy it early or the night before. E.g. Cobra, cigs, etc.
6) Come early, the shoot is always as late as the last guy, but never as early as the first guy, so consider everyone's punctuality and don't have us wait.
7) Wash your own costume policy. You can leave the vests, masks & gloves to me.
8) Oh, and try not to break any more props, we don't have much more :(

The reason why I'm preparing lunch is so that we wont have to pack up and return to location for lunch breaks. That way we can save some time and noone will feel lazy to repack, redress and return to location. Like they say, keep the flow going. So, now to wrap things up with a few last lines.

Ultimately, don't take my dissapointment too seriously. All in all, it was a really good day for a first shoot as a team, and I'd like to congratulate each and everyone for that. Good job guys and keep it up! You had more energy than I could ever give out, keep it up and I'll make sure we're all headed for the best!

Salutations to the Crimson Kyroz team!