Re: Would using a star filter for cinematography be too weird?
 

Do you think:
A) The pandemic got him to think about something other than his movie.
B) He switched to another forum.
C) He’s busy watching movies to get additional ideas for his film.

Re: Would using a star filter for cinematography be too weird?
 

I think he's thought about changing his career direction and has applied to NASA be an astronaut!!

Roger

Re: Would using a star filter for cinematography be too weird?
 

I did wonder if I should visit some of the local tourist spots and shoot stock footage of bright sunny days with absolutely nobody about. Would be great for making an apocalypse video next year. Shopping centres, car parks, beaches, the Norfolk Broads - all deserted. Trouble is it's against the rules so such a shame. We'll never see this again I hope.

Re: Would using a star filter for cinematography be too weird?
 

How illegal is it in the UK to impersonate a police officer and say you're filming just to prove people are staying away from those places? Just an idea.

Re: Would using a star filter for cinematography be too weird?
 

Well - it's just illegal. AND my son who's a Police Officer would kill me! I could wave my press card which would sort it - but I hate doing that. The members of the public you meet hate you! They see the national media outside all sorts of places in lockdown and they deem it not remotely essential, so you get the flack.

Re: Would using a star filter for cinematography be too weird?
 

LOL! I can see the whole telephoto lens thing, maybe you’re right.

I’ve been shooting a couple asmr videos lately. Today i’ll be gardening enjoying the sun and warm weather after yesterday’s snow.

Re: Would using a star filter for cinematography be too weird?
 

Oh I just was busy working on some other people's projects, as well as doing pre-production for one of my own during the pandemic. That's why I haven't been on as much lately.

Re: Would using a star filter for cinematography be too weird?
 

The answer should also includes B.