Readthrough

We had our first readthrough today! Unfortunately only two of the potential actors could make it, however I feel it was a worthwhile session nonetheless. We had Chris and Michael both read for the main so that we could see who would be the better fit.
We had a non recording runthrough, with Michael as Barney (the main character), and Chris being Dougg (a workmate extra who has the largest speaking role out of the three extras) and Candid, the secondary character. Anya and I played the parts of Desi (female extra), Darrell (small speaking role male extra) and Vera ("tertiary" character) respectively. We then recorded this using a ZOOM sound recorder.  We then all swapped roles and recorded this readthrough as well.


Throughout the readthrough process we came across bits and pieces of dialogue that didn't quite work, or responses that were a bit vague and confusing, and worked out better sentences to replace them. It was also great to see both actors get really into their characters and giving it there all, and it gave me a far clearer picture of Anya's creative vision for her film and the importance of telling her story through the relationship of her characters. We also discussed availability with them to have a better idea of when we could shoot.

We also got a better idea of how long the film would be, which was useful as it is quite difficult to tell from just a script. The dialogue lasted just over six minutes, and as there is dialogue/ voiceovers used constantly throughout the film, I think this a pretty good indication of how long the film will be.

Here are the recording clips. I unfortunately had a bit of a blonde moment while recording and adjusted the levels instead of the volume, which I am kicking myself about now. I realised as soon as we had finished recording but at least I know I won't make the same mistake again. If you're listening to the clips, turn up the volume.