Going Rogue Going Rogue V: The Reshoots
Aug 21, 2022
Discover the tumultuous journey behind the making of The Bourne Identity, which faced major budget overruns and multiple reshoots, resulting in a successful outcome despite director disputes. Dive into the fascinating behind-the-scenes tales of Rogue One, where Tony Gilroy's pivotal role transformed the film during its reshoots. Learn why some reshoots enhance narratives, while others stumble—highlighting the iconic Vader corridor as a standout success. This episode takes you through the art and challenges of filmmaking in an entertaining way.
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How Tony Gilroy Joined Rogue One
- Tony Gilroy joined Rogue One to rewrite dialogue and possibly direct second-unit reshoots.
- Alison Shearmur, not Kathleen Kennedy, brought Gilroy onto the project.
Editing Around A Central Theme
- Gilroy reshaped Rogue One in the edit around a single theme: sacrifice.
- He prioritized purity of motivation to make character actions coherent.
Post Production Can Remake Story
- Editors can recontextualize footage by punching, flipping, and reordering shots.
- ADR offers the cheapest path to add or clarify story information in post.
