S24 - Ep 10 - F1: The Movie - Assistant Directing

Описание: What does it take to shoot Formula 1 at Formula 1 speed? For 1st Assistant Director Toby Hefferman, it meant precision, improvisation, and a crew running at full throttle.

This week on Below the Line, Toby Hefferman joins Skid to talk about his work on “F1: The Movie”, the high-octane feature that merges scripted drama with real-world racing. From on-track logistics to high-pressure resets, Toby shares how he and the crew captured the energy of Formula 1 without slowing it down.

In our Season 24 finale, we cover:
Preparing for race-day chaos with limited takes and no second chances
Coordinating between production and the F1 organization for track access and safety
Balancing authentic racing with scripted storytelling beats
Working with the F1 broadcast crew and integrating into their existing coverage footprint
Collaborating closely with director Joseph Kosinski to shape coverage and keep pace with the story
Navigating the unique demands of filming alongside professional F1 drivers in active race environments
What it means to “make the day” when the cars set the schedule — not the crew

Toby also reflects on lessons learned from large-scale productions like “Rogue One”, “Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation”, and “Dune: Part Two” — and why every great AD balances structure with flexibility.

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