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Thanks guys, this is all great advice. So far it's been a real eye-opener, and a steep learning curve, and I'm still some way from starting to film. From the little I've experienced so far, it's ambitious to say the least. There are just so many things to think about.
I saw the advice about shooting all the dialogue both close-up and a wider shot, on an earlier thread. That makes a lot of sense, and it's not something I would have necessarily thought of. I do plan on using a lot of closeup shots for many of the scenes, as this means I can get away with not being on location for a lot of it.
Also I wouldn't have thought about the difference in sound when you use different mics. That's good to know - though I would have been wary of using the on-board mic anyway, because of the camera's motor sound.
All in all, what started out as an offhand idea - 'Wouldn't it be fun to make a film?' - has snowballed to say the least. And that's keeping it as simple as possible. I've already spent weeks writing and rewriting the script, storyboarding etc. And I think the biggest obstacle of all will be organising the actors (all friends, working for nothing) as I'm under no illusion about the amount of effort they will have to put in.
The wrap party seems like a very long way away, but it's going to be fun trying to get there!
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