Vanity Fair: Notes On a SceneStagione 2019
A deep dive into the making of your favorite films from Hollywood's elite.
Dove guardare Vanity Fair: Notes On a Scene • Stagione 2019
24 Episodi
- How "Free Solo" Filmed The First El Capitan Climb With No RopesE1
How "Free Solo" Filmed The First El Capitan Climb With No RopesElizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin, the directors of the Oscar-winning documentary “Free Solo,” discuss how they captured rock climber Alex Honnold’s free solo climb (without any ropes, harnesses or protective equipment) of Yosemite’s El Capitan in June 2017. The film crew was challenged to record his incredible achievement without affecting Honnold’s climb. - Fast Five's Stunt Coordinator Breaks Down the Vault Car Chase SceneE2
Fast Five's Stunt Coordinator Breaks Down the Vault Car Chase SceneOn this episode of "Notes on a Scene," Jack Gill, a stunt coordinator on "Fast Five," breaks down the car chase scene in the movie's climax as Vin Diesel and Paul Walker's characters steal $100 million dollars in a bank vault. Jack explains how the stunt team and director Justin Lin created the scene with largely practical effects including a real 9,000 pound steel vault dragged behind two Dodge Chargers. - Animal Trainer Breaks Down Dog Acting in MoviesE6
Animal Trainer Breaks Down Dog Acting in MoviesOn this episode of "Notes on a Scene," Bonnie Judd, the animal coordinator and head trainer for "A Dog's Journey" breaks down dog acting in movies like "Air Bud: 7th Inning Fetch" and "Marley and Me," and explains how she trained the dogs who star in "A Dog's Journey." - Forrest Gump’s Production Designer Breaks Down Lt. Dan’s First SceneE7
Forrest Gump’s Production Designer Breaks Down Lt. Dan’s First SceneIn this episode of “Notes on a Scene,” Rick Carter, Forrest Gump’s production designer, breaks down the “Vietnam” scene from the film. Forrest Gump is now available with a newly remastered 25th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray, as well as on a 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack from Paramount Home Entertainment. - Jon Favreau Breaks Down The Lion King's Opening SceneE8
Jon Favreau Breaks Down The Lion King's Opening SceneIn this episode of “Notes on a Scene,” Director Jon Favreau breaks down The Lion King's opening scene. Jon explains the intricate steps that were taken to make the opening scene as amazing as the original. - Leonardo DiCaprio & Quentin Tarantino Break Down Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’s Main CharacterE9
Leonardo DiCaprio & Quentin Tarantino Break Down Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’s Main CharacterLeonardo DiCaprio and Quentin Tarantino break down how they wrote and developed Rick Dalton, the main character in their new film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Tarantino explains how important early 1960s Hollywood leading men like Edd Byrnes and George Maharis were for the concept of Rick while DiCaprio goes into the challenges of playing him. - Hollywood Stuntwoman Breaks Down Her Career in Stunts (GLOW, Iron Man 3 & More)E10
Hollywood Stuntwoman Breaks Down Her Career in Stunts (GLOW, Iron Man 3 & More)On this episode of "Notes on a Scene," stunt coordinator and stunt double Shauna Duggins breaks down her career in stunts. Shauna explains her path in the industry, from jumping onto a helicopter in Charlie's Angels to becoming the Emmy nominated stunt coordinator on Netflix's GLOW. Shauna also talks about her work on Iron Man 3, Kill Bill Vol. 2, and more. - Renée Zellweger and Rupert Goold Break Down a Scene from 'Judy'E11
Renée Zellweger and Rupert Goold Break Down a Scene from 'Judy'In this episode of 'Notes on a Scene,' actor Renée Zellweger and director Rupert Goold break down a scene from their film 'Judy.' From style to makeup, they explain the artistic process for the film, bringing theatrical tropes to the big screen, and their determination to pay homage to Judy Garland. - Mean Girls Costume Designer Breaks Down Lindsay Lohan's CostumesE12
Mean Girls Costume Designer Breaks Down Lindsay Lohan's CostumesCostume Designer Mary Jane Fort, the designer for the original 2004 film, "Mean Girls" breaks down some of Lindsay Lohan, Amanda Seyfried, Lacey Chabert, Rachel McAdams' most iconic looks in the film. From "on Wednesdays, we wear pink" to the Christmas pageant scene, Mary explains her concepts and inspirations for each design. - Ad Astra Filmmakers Break Down the Lunar ScenesE13
Ad Astra Filmmakers Break Down the Lunar ScenesDirector James Gray and production designer Kevin Thompson break down a few scenes from their new Sci-Fi film Ad Astra starring Brad Pitt. They explain how important it was to create a CGI world that was both futuristic and realistic by using footage of the Moon and Mars and focusing on present-day space technologies. - Joker Director Breaks Down the Opening SceneE14
Joker Director Breaks Down the Opening SceneDirector Todd Phillips takes us through the opening scene of "Joker." He explains how the necessity of an unsettling dynamic tension throughout the film was the driving force that dictated his artistic decisions. Through location, costume, makeup and lighting Phillips created a truly frightening world. - Kevin Smith Breaks Down a Scene from Jay and Silent Bob RebootE15
Kevin Smith Breaks Down a Scene from Jay and Silent Bob RebootComic book legend Kevin Smith takes a deep dive into a scene from his new movie "Jay and Silent Bob Reboot." He talks about the different cameos, the use of CGI and his unique filmmaking style. - Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Director Breaks Down the Dinner SceneE16
Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Director Breaks Down the Dinner SceneDirector Joachim Rønning takes us through his process for creating the dinner scene in his new film Maleficent: Mistress of Evil. Joachim discusses the difficulties in filming a sit-down dialogue scene, the costume choices that were made, and the CGI design that went into creating Angelina Jolie's wings. - Puppetry in The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance Explained by CreatorsE17
Puppetry in The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance Explained by CreatorsLisa Henson and Louis Leterrier break down the carriage chase scene from their new Netflix original series, The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. They take us through the process of filming a fast-paced action-scene with puppets. From melding the worlds of CGI and practical effects to the detailed choreography and defined camera movements, both creators give us an inside look at what it took to create this series. - Taika Waititi and Stephen Merchant Break Down a Scene from 'Jojo Rabbit'E18
Taika Waititi and Stephen Merchant Break Down a Scene from 'Jojo Rabbit'Taika Waititi and Stephen Merchant break down a scene from their new film "JoJo Rabbit." They discuss the complications with melding comedic undertones and drama while trying to present the events of World War II in a new light. The film is meant to remind people of the horrible events that occurred during this time and to make sure we never forget. - 'Terminator: Dark Fate' Director Breaks Down a Car ChaseE19
'Terminator: Dark Fate' Director Breaks Down a Car ChaseOn this episode of 'Notes on a Scene,' Tim Miller, director of 'Terminator: Dark Fate,' walks us through a high-speed chase led by hybrid cyborg human, Grace. Miller offers his seasoned perspective on the complexities of crafting a dangerous scene with CGI and the physical challenges faced by Mackenzie Davis and her stunt double. - 'Parasite' Director Bong Joon-ho Breaks Down the Opening SceneE20
'Parasite' Director Bong Joon-ho Breaks Down the Opening SceneWriter-director, Bong Joon-ho, and actor, Woo-sik Choi, break down the symbolism of the opening scene in their critically-acclaimed foreign film, 'Parasite.' They take us through the bizarre moment we first see the scholar stone and explain how scavenging for set materials and costume design helped create a world that highlights the disparities of wealth and poverty. Bong is honored his film coincides with the celebration of Korean film's 100th anniversary. - Elizabeth Banks Breaks Down a Scene from 'Charlie's Angels'E21
Elizabeth Banks Breaks Down a Scene from 'Charlie's Angels'In this episode of 'Notes On A Scene,' Elizabeth Banks breaks down a scene from 'Charlie's Angels' inspired by 'The Thomas Crown Affair.' As the writer, producer, director and star of her new film, Elizabeth explains how she tied together action movie tropes and female camaraderie to pay homage to the 'Charlie's Angels' franchise. - ‘Rocketman’ Director Breaks Down a Scene with Taron EgertonE22
‘Rocketman’ Director Breaks Down a Scene with Taron Egerton‘Rocketman’ director Dexter Fletcher and Taron Egerton break down the swimming pool scene where Elton John meets a younger version of himself during a near-death experience. They take us through the poetic transition of a young Elton John, played by Taron Egerton, coming out of the experience having journeyed to a peak in his career. - Saoirse Ronan, Timothée Chalamet, Laura Dern & Greta Gerwig Break Down a Scene from 'Little Women'E23
Saoirse Ronan, Timothée Chalamet, Laura Dern & Greta Gerwig Break Down a Scene from 'Little Women'On this episode of 'Notes on a Scene,' stars of 'Little Women' Saoirse Ronan, Timothée Chalamet, Laura Dern, and director Greta Gerwig break down the scene where all of the March women are introduced to the Laurence family. With strong emphasis placed on subtle detail, Gerwig compares the complexity of shooting such a dynamic scene with the value of each actor's timing. - ‘The Irishman’ Costume Designers Break Down Dressing 5 Decades of CrimeE24
‘The Irishman’ Costume Designers Break Down Dressing 5 Decades of CrimeOn this episode of “Notes on a Scene,” costume designers Sandy Powell and Christopher Peterson explain how they dressed Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, and Joe Pesci across five decades in Netflix's ‘The Irishman.’ They take us through the challenges and triumphs of reinventing vintage clothes and creating a 50-year-spanning wardrobe for the film’s characters.