1. I love this kind of production footage, thanks so much for posting it 2. I wasn't going to see this movie until reviews said it was great, so thanks for actually caring about quality! 3. I think I'm in love with you
The most impressive thing is seeing a lit and not scary at all scene turn into something of nightmares! The vision a director and the tech team have to have is impressive...
David, please don't forget to do a Director's Commentary for Annabelle! I listened to your (and Lotta's) Lights Out commentary twice already. Thank you!!!
WOW just came back from watching Annabelle Creation, and I wanted to let you know that my theater was packed and EVERYONE was clapping at the end of the film. I haven't seen that happen in a long time! Needless to say, it was AMAZING. Definitely my favorite horror movie of the year!
Omg you are starting to be one of my favorites directors. I'm going to watch the movie the day that it comes up in Mexico with my friends. I'm super excited for that, i hope it doesn't disappoint me, but, i really don't think so. Love your techniques!
I remember making you a Lights Out poster and when I put it on Twitter you liked it! That made my day! Also, this series is impeccable David. Nice to see into the world of directing without all the unnecessary filler footage most videos on RUclips do. Major props!
I just got back from seeing Annabelle Creation at an early screening and I have to say that it was one of the scariest movies I've ever watched. I have to applaud you. You and everyone working on the movie we're great, especially Talitha and Lulu's acting. You seriously did something great here.
I think Annabelle: Creation was honesty one of the best Movies i have ever seen, it was scary it was intense it was sad, for me this is a masterpiece really good work!
Hey David. If you say that working for hours is awesome, that means that you LOVE your job, and that's the key of success. Congrats man, a lot of people wish to be like you. Keep going man. Cheers from Mcallen TX.
David, I just got back from Annabelle: Creation, and it thorough entertainment. You knocked it out of the park. Also, it was great seeing snippets of Attic Panic in the film.
David, I'm so loving these BTS series of Annabelle Creation. I'm learning SO much from you. Thank you for giving back to us and sharing all your thoughts and skills on filmmaking. I'm watching Annabelle Creation tomorrow night! Can't wait!
i'm so glad you got to show more of your skills in this movie rather than just in Lights Out. Annabelle Creation was so well made and terrifying at the same time lol
Hi David. I love your movies and youtube videos. Your work is very inspiring. I was wondering if you are going to make that "Directing ... - Part .." videos on Shazam movie after you are done filming it. Can't wait for it.
Hi, thank you so much for making these videos! I have one question, when you cue certain elements in the scene like saying 'DOOR!' to cue the door slamming, is the audio in the final product not from the actual production and from ADR, Foley Sounds, etc.? Or is your voice/audible cue removed in post with some fancy sound mixing and editing work? Thanks!
Hey buddy. So at what point do you decide you need multiple camera setups? In this barn scene you have used 3 I think? and otherwise it's just 1. Could you explain? Thanks
it's unfortunate that not many filmmakers delve into the behind the scenes and discuss it the way you do, i have not seen lights out, i will soon, i have loved your shorts and i'm excited to watch annabelle! you are an inspiration and have made me appreciate horror much more =)
Can't wait to see this movie. Lights out was a great movie. Its been a while since I've really enjoyed a good horror movie. I wasn't too keen about watching Annabelle until I found out it was directed by you. Wishing you much success in the industry.
A video everyday... Can we make this a regular thing? Thanks so much for the inspiration. Can't wait to see Annabelle tomorrow. The horror genre has always been my favorite.
Went to see the movie yesterday and really enjoyed it. You are a master at making the darkness talk and letting the unseen build the tension. Like HP Lovecraft said: “The oldest and strongest emotion of mankind is fear, and the oldest and strongest kind of fear is fear of the unknown.” The actors also did a great job under your direction. Thank you for these videos as well! Extremely interesting stuff.
Hey, I love this series! I’m curious about the audio in clips that you are directing while the camera is rolling-do you do sound effects simply in post on those specific clips that have your voice in the background? (Or were those clips from this bts video just rehearsals? Specifically from 7:00 and the subsequent takes from that shot). Thanks, I’m an aspiring filmmaker and always love learning about other filmmaker’s workflows.
Parallax Peak Yeah man, they announced during comic con that he will helm Shazam that is due out in 2019. Amazing right? 0 budget short films to superhero movie.
Looks like Leica Summilux - C lenses. Lovely lenses, super sharp and fast! I've only used them once because they're pretty pricey. Pretty perfect for low light shooting. You can usually find the info under technical specifications in the IMDB page of the film.
+Julian Terry: Checking out ASC for info on specific films and what they used or checking out ASC for info on the technical stuff after already identifying what they used?
Thank you for this, it's so interesting to watch, i've learn a lot with you. even if i'm not a film maker i love everything you teach and share. By the way i'm going to see Annabelle tomorrow with my girlfriend :D ! i can't wait !!!!
I was so happy to see Annabelle Creation two weeks ago. I just wish I get casted for any conjuring universe film but I really loved Annabelle Creation. I would also love to get a Annabelle doll
David, Thanks a lot for this series. I was also in the past looking for this kind of content in DVDS within the extras but fortunately internet changed that and is amazing that you are sharing this to all filmmakers or any curious people out there. Is really great since gives you an idea of the feeling that is to be in a film production. Must say that was not planning to see "Annabelle: Creation" but after seeing these videos I think is a MUST. All the best!
I can't wait for tomorrow. Especially after seeing some of the behind the scenes. Everything you touch David it turns to GOLD. Amazing and thanks again for making videos like these for everyone to watch and learn.
This is very enlightening and encouraging for me as a video student. It really made my creative juices flow as I think of my next horror movie. Thank you!
Hey David, when seeeing all the stuff you have to go through during shooting, I wonder what you think of "so called" cinema critics, especially youtube channels like CinemaSins and how many times do you agree with them on pinpointing mistakes and how many times do you actually disagree. Also how does it make you generally feel?
David. These breakdowns are invaluable. Keep up the good work. It has a been pleasure to watch you grow as creator and director as we go on this journey with you. Can't wait to see what you have planned for Shazam!
I love these and I too only buy dvd/bluray for their BTS stuff. Are you allowed to just dump all (or longer and even unnarrated) BTS footage online? I would love to just watch and listen to them.
Watched the movie, posted on the reddit discussion and came here! Thanks for your hard work. My friends and I had a blast cowering in our seats. David, how was going over the script for a film like this?
Why is the 1st AC pulling focus off the cam ops monitor? I feel like since the shot is moving he should have his own monitor to pull focus off of. Weird.
I have always wondered what a new director earns in a production like this. Are you even allowed to discuss your salary? I have heard you get around 1 million dollars, is there any truth to that?
+ankanyeah Bästa rekommendationen är Resolve. Finns gratisversion trots att det är ett program som använd i Hollywoodfilmer (Dolby Vision versionen av Annabelle Creation gjorde is Resolve). Har inget direkt tips på tutorials men finns lite här och där.
This is awesome thanks for sharing the often never seen process. Your work has always blown me away, what you have done on a no budget budget. And now with a big budget simply amazing.
1. I love this kind of production footage, thanks so much for posting it
2. I wasn't going to see this movie until reviews said it was great, so thanks for actually caring about quality!
3. I think I'm in love with you
Thank you for enabling comment. I support you big time on this and you are true inspiration to us small filmmakers :)
the reviews so far from the movie are great! i look forward to seeing it
The most impressive thing is seeing a lit and not scary at all scene turn into something of nightmares! The vision a director and the tech team have to have is impressive...
Dang, i feel so lucky that this channel exists. What an amazing insight into the workings of hollywood! Thank you so much
No way!! I love your stuff!
David, please don't forget to do a Director's Commentary for Annabelle! I listened to your (and Lotta's) Lights Out commentary twice already. Thank you!!!
+Sarah Le I already recorded one so it will be on the DVD/blu-ray this time.
You ROCK, David! Thank you thank you! You're my film school. :)
Man, being an actor/actress is exhausting. Kudos to the kids.
WOW just came back from watching Annabelle Creation, and I wanted to let you know that my theater was packed and EVERYONE was clapping at the end of the film. I haven't seen that happen in a long time! Needless to say, it was AMAZING. Definitely my favorite horror movie of the year!
Omg you are starting to be one of my favorites directors. I'm going to watch the movie the day that it comes up in Mexico with my friends. I'm super excited for that, i hope it doesn't disappoint me, but, i really don't think so. Love your techniques!
I remember making you a Lights Out poster and when I put it on Twitter you liked it! That made my day!
Also, this series is impeccable David.
Nice to see into the world of directing without all the unnecessary filler footage most videos on RUclips do.
Major props!
It’s so weird seeing the footage without sounds, music, effects, and color grading
Just got home from watching this and you did an amazing job mate! Big things from you in the future!
I just got back from seeing Annabelle Creation at an early screening and I have to say that it was one of the scariest movies I've ever watched. I have to applaud you. You and everyone working on the movie we're great, especially Talitha and Lulu's acting. You seriously did something great here.
I think Annabelle: Creation was honesty one of the best Movies i have ever seen, it was scary it was intense it was sad, for me this is a masterpiece really good work!
I got nothing but love for this series ❤️
This is such a great movie. Way better than the first
Hey David. If you say that working for hours is awesome, that means that you LOVE your job, and that's the key of success. Congrats man, a lot of people wish to be like you. Keep going man. Cheers from Mcallen TX.
This looks so much fun... I think I really want to be a director!
Mike Murdok don't want, start now
That wireless boom pole though, top notch
learning a lot from this series, more than what i learn in paid film courses
These videos are a huge help!
Thanks a lot :D These videos are giving me hope. Looking forward to your full interview with Ryan from Film Riot
David, I just got back from Annabelle: Creation, and it thorough entertainment. You knocked it out of the park. Also, it was great seeing snippets of Attic Panic in the film.
Man these videos answer more questions I've had. Great stuff
I'm curious, is the movie mostly shot in chronological order, or in quote on quote "Random" order?
+MBL Designs It depends. Since this was shot on a sound stage all the interiors were shot first and then all the exteriors on location.
neither, Im sure its a schedule for the best way to shoot things.
Also, it's usually a few night scenes will be filmed in a single night
its shot in the order that makes most sense like what days and times are the team and locations available
The gift that keeps giving!
David, I'm so loving these BTS series of Annabelle Creation. I'm learning SO much from you. Thank you for giving back to us and sharing all your thoughts and skills on filmmaking. I'm watching Annabelle Creation tomorrow night! Can't wait!
i'm so glad you got to show more of your skills in this movie rather than just in Lights Out. Annabelle Creation was so well made and terrifying at the same time lol
People here are aspiring to be a director/ filmmaker but for me im really wanting to act in a horror flick so bad LMAO
Hi David. I love your movies and youtube videos. Your work is very inspiring. I was wondering if you are going to make that "Directing ... - Part .." videos on Shazam movie after you are done filming it. Can't wait for it.
Hi, thank you so much for making these videos! I have one question, when you cue certain elements in the scene like saying 'DOOR!' to cue the door slamming, is the audio in the final product not from the actual production and from ADR, Foley Sounds, etc.? Or is your voice/audible cue removed in post with some fancy sound mixing and editing work? Thanks!
I think it's kind of funny how caught up they were on "3...2...1 and lamp". Great video David! Thanks for sharing.
Were can we find audtions for your movies
Hey buddy. So at what point do you decide you need multiple camera setups? In this barn scene you have used 3 I think? and otherwise it's just 1. Could you explain? Thanks
it's unfortunate that not many filmmakers delve into the behind the scenes and discuss it the way you do, i have not seen lights out, i will soon, i have loved your shorts and i'm excited to watch annabelle! you are an inspiration and have made me appreciate horror much more =)
Can't wait to see this movie. Lights out was a great movie. Its been a while since I've really enjoyed a good horror movie. I wasn't too keen about watching Annabelle until I found out it was directed by you. Wishing you much success in the industry.
Priceless BTS. You're so amazing for putting these together. Connected so much with this episode. Thanks!
A video everyday... Can we make this a regular thing? Thanks so much for the inspiration. Can't wait to see Annabelle tomorrow. The horror genre has always been my favorite.
Splendid.
Well tbh u and James Wan r the best horror films makers I really like what u do and I’m waiting for more 😊
They are doing Aquaman (Wan) and Shazam (Sandberg).
that movie was the best anabelle movie and one of the best horro movie since 2010
Thank you SO MUCH for this content, it's truely awesome to be able to access such precious information. You're awesome for doing this :D
Your work schedule is essentially my everyday, being self-employed.
I wish I was an actor
Went to see the movie yesterday and really enjoyed it. You are a master at making the darkness talk and letting the unseen build the tension.
Like HP Lovecraft said: “The oldest and strongest emotion of mankind is fear, and the oldest and strongest kind of fear is fear of the unknown.”
The actors also did a great job under your direction.
Thank you for these videos as well! Extremely interesting stuff.
Wow, this is awesome of you to make/share this. Saw you on Film Riot for the first time today, I'm not into horror but I've become an instant fan.
Why didn't they put the 'It's not real' scene from the trailer in the movie. I thought it was great.
i lost 6kg at my last feature :D film making is hard work!
Hollywood directors have to give up child play horrors which they are being produced believing that top horrors.!!
Thank you so much for sharing!
COOL🎥👍
This movie is FANTASTIC... I LOVE IT 👻👻👻👻👻👻👻🎓
when will it be in cinemas coz some people are saying that it's out in 11 Aug and some day in 17??
Who is the guy with the walkie talkie and what's his title? Is he a producer of some kind?
Hey, I love this series! I’m curious about the audio in clips that you are directing while the camera is rolling-do you do sound effects simply in post on those specific clips that have your voice in the background? (Or were those clips from this bts video just rehearsals? Specifically from 7:00 and the subsequent takes from that shot). Thanks, I’m an aspiring filmmaker and always love learning about other filmmaker’s workflows.
You are a true inspiration David. Will you be doing the same for Shazam? Because I want it so bad now that I've seen this.
wow he's directing that?
Parallax Peak Yeah man, they announced during comic con that he will helm Shazam that is due out in 2019. Amazing right? 0 budget short films to superhero movie.
Im next
What's the name of the instrument you are holding ? Please tell me
What type of lenses did you guys use?
Looks like Leica Summilux - C lenses. Lovely lenses, super sharp and fast! I've only used them once because they're pretty pricey. Pretty perfect for low light shooting. You can usually find the info under technical specifications in the IMDB page of the film.
Then again it can be reported wrong on IMDB. It's worth checking out different magazines such as the ASC for more info :)
+Julian Terry: Checking out ASC for info on specific films and what they used or checking out ASC for info on the technical stuff after already identifying what they used?
love this production..
Thank you for this, it's so interesting to watch, i've learn a lot with you. even if i'm not a film maker i love everything you teach and share. By the way i'm going to see Annabelle tomorrow with my girlfriend :D ! i can't wait !!!!
Just discovered ur channel and its awesome!
Fucking Nice mane
Hi David! I was wondering, what do you use to edit your short films?
You're awesome!
im really glad uve made ur favorite carrier
Will these be part of a DVD special features.
+Antonio Rivera That's the plan yes. I had to do some minor cuts and alterations for that though (like blurring soda cans).
+ponysmasher. Yeah the logo thing i get it.
I fallow this guy since lights out
I was so happy to see Annabelle Creation two weeks ago. I just wish I get casted for any conjuring universe film but I really loved Annabelle Creation. I would also love to get a Annabelle doll
I am loving these series wow. It even makes me wanna watch the movie and i hate horror films hahaha
David, Thanks a lot for this series. I was also in the past looking for this kind of content in DVDS within the extras but fortunately internet changed that and is amazing that you are sharing this to all filmmakers or any curious people out there. Is really great since gives you an idea of the feeling that is to be in a film production. Must say that was not planning to see "Annabelle: Creation" but after seeing these videos I think is a MUST. All the best!
I can't wait for tomorrow. Especially after seeing some of the behind the scenes. Everything you touch David it turns to GOLD. Amazing and thanks again for making videos like these for everyone to watch and learn.
This is very enlightening and encouraging for me as a video student. It really made my creative juices flow as I think of my next horror movie. Thank you!
Hey David, when seeeing all the stuff you have to go through during shooting, I wonder what you think of "so called" cinema critics, especially youtube channels like CinemaSins and how many times do you agree with them on pinpointing mistakes and how many times do you actually disagree. Also how does it make you generally feel?
David. These breakdowns are invaluable. Keep up the good work. It has a been pleasure to watch you grow as creator and director as we go on this journey with you. Can't wait to see what you have planned for Shazam!
You are great David. Like all your videos. Hope one day I will follow you path ))))
This is incredible
So interesting
For all inspiring filmmakers
Thank you so much
Those 20 people are the ones who bought masterclass videos for 500 bucks.
I'M GOING TO SEE IT TONIGHT!!!!
I love these and I too only buy dvd/bluray for their BTS stuff. Are you allowed to just dump all (or longer and even unnarrated) BTS footage online? I would love to just watch and listen to them.
Thank you for sharing this insight. It's really something special! Keep it up!
Watched the movie, posted on the reddit discussion and came here! Thanks for your hard work. My friends and I had a blast cowering in our seats. David, how was going over the script for a film like this?
Hi, this concept of video I like the most bcoz it's own of its kind.... I m really looking for that in online for a long time... thank u very much
woow it's awesome. keep updating all making videos..... u all so one off my best director...
Why is the 1st AC pulling focus off the cam ops monitor? I feel like since the shot is moving he should have his own monitor to pull focus off of. Weird.
Excited to re-watch Annabelle! Thanks for still uploading on your youtube channel.
I have always wondered what a new director earns in a production like this. Are you even allowed to discuss your salary? I have heard you get around 1 million dollars, is there any truth to that?
Random question: When a director yells a cue in the middle of a shot, does that get picked up on microphones at all?
I think those were just rehearsals.
Hej David. Har du något tips gällande Color grading. Typ program och tutorial
+ankanyeah Bästa rekommendationen är Resolve. Finns gratisversion trots att det är ett program som använd i Hollywoodfilmer (Dolby Vision versionen av Annabelle Creation gjorde is Resolve). Har inget direkt tips på tutorials men finns lite här och där.
How heavy are those cameras?
This is awesome thanks for sharing the often never seen process. Your work has always blown me away, what you have done on a no budget budget. And now with a big budget simply amazing.
Bra jobbat! Har också en dröm som du hade när du var liten. Hoppas jag kan göra det som du gjorde
The best movie of this saga
watching this BTS makes me wanna work in a Hollywood movie so bad. Like being on set and doing all these cool things.
Can't tell you how much these videos mean to me 👍
Amazing Job @Ponysmasher Keep Up The GOOD Work !!!!
I want to work with you
learnt alot!!
I just saw Annabelle: Creation, this movie was really scary I was the only one I the theater,
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eu sou do brasil e meu nome e ana. julia gosto de. se filme
eu sou do brasil e meu nome e ana. julia gosto de. se filme