FroKnowsPhoto Photography Podcasts STRANDED IN DALLAS & My HBO SHOW Is OFFICIAL!!! RAWtalk 187
Feb 24, 2026
A filmmaker stranded in Dallas describes filming a bowling doc series set to premiere on HBO. He breaks down camera choices, 120fps challenges, and gear tradeoffs. Stories about meeting Ben Stiller, filming with a bowling robot, and capturing human-focused bowling narratives come up. He also talks legal clearances, producing press art, and juggling travel delays while chasing creative opportunities.
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Invest In Yourself And Ship The Idea
- Do invest in yourself and act without waiting for permission when you see an opportunity.
- Jared built a sizzle reel, pitched the PBA idea, and pursued production despite rights and development hurdles, landing HBO distribution.
Stranded In Dallas To Capture Slow Motion Glue
- Anecdote: Jared traveled to ULIS (near DFW) to film two PBA events funded by HBO development money.
- He shot creative slow-motion ‘glue’ footage (reactions, ball prep, close angles) that editors could weave into the series.
Match Cameras To Your Shot Requirements
- Do pick gear for the task not the label; Jared mixed R1s, an R6 Mark III and a C80 to match frame rates and looks.
- He used R1s for 120fps, R6 Mark III open-gate fisheye, and C80 for 24/60p cinematics.