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Episode #1 of RavensFilm Productions' web series DEAD OF NIGHT.

FBI Special Agent Cyrus Vendelin is a criminal profiler who delves into the psyches of violent criminals to determine their motives, and to predict their actions in the pursuit of justice. Special Agent Christopher Mannix is his superior and friend, but the two clash over Vendelin's strained mental state while working a case together.

Starring
Stevan Vujic as "Cyrus Vendelin"
Charlie S. Jensen as "Christopher Mannix"

All dialogue was improvised by the actors.

Shot, Edited, Produced, & Directed by
Nicholas J. Michalak

Featuring the music of Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com) and Apocalypse Cow (www.callthecow.com).

www.ravensfilm.com/deadofnight
www.facebook.com/deadonightmovie

This series is compiled from additional footage and scenes, both scripted and improvisational, shot during the production of the 30 minute short film, DEAD OF NIGHT. The full web series will be available, in both black & white and color versions, on the upcoming 2012 Special Edition DVD.

©2010 RavensFilm Productions

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PLEASE WATCH IN HD FULL SCREEN w/SOUND. It is a much better viewing experience. Hopefully you have a 1080P monitor and good connection. If not, bug a friend or colleague that does. It is worth it.

Landscapes: Volume 2 is the second of a three part series (probably). Every frame of this video is a raw still from a Canon 5D2 DSLR and processed with Adobe software. In Volume 2 I again show off my beautiful home state of Arizona and I also made several trips to Utah. This video has some iconic landmarks that we have seen before. I felt that showing them again with motion controlled HDR and/or night timelapse would be a new way to see old landmarks.

Sales Pitch: I would now have to say that my timelapse skill set is very complete. The amount of knowledge I have gained through research, testing, and shooting experience is astounding. From moon phases to high dynamic range to motion control rigs to noise reduction, you would have a tough time finding someone with more overall knowledge of timelapse. If you need help with your next timelapse project you can reach me at 888-444-2739 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. document.getElementById('cloak32617ac9d37939070f3575e3640fe9b6').innerHTML = ''; var prefix = 'ma' + 'il' + 'to'; var path = 'hr' + 'ef' + '='; var addy32617ac9d37939070f3575e3640fe9b6 = 'DustinF' + '@'; addy32617ac9d37939070f3575e3640fe9b6 = addy32617ac9d37939070f3575e3640fe9b6 + 'crewwestinc' + '.' + 'com'; var addy_text32617ac9d37939070f3575e3640fe9b6 = 'DustinF' + '@' + 'crewwestinc' + '.' + 'com';document.getElementById('cloak32617ac9d37939070f3575e3640fe9b6').innerHTML += ''+addy_text32617ac9d37939070f3575e3640fe9b6+'';

Most of the motion control for this video was done with the Stage Zero Dolly by Dynamic Perception. Once I got comfortable using the DP dolly I fell in love. I can set up shots now in much shorter times. More importantly for me, it is much smaller and much more portable than my homemade motion control. Without it, shots like the Delicate Arch shot in Utah would be nearly impossible due to the length of the hike. Buy the Stage Zero Dolly if you are looking for quality, inexpensive, easy-to-use motion control. http://dynamicperception.com/

In addition to the Stage Zero, I also used a three axis motion controlled CamTram. The CamTram is the most versatile dolly I have ever used. Its applications are only limited by your creativity. The CamTram has virtually no weight limit. I was able to achieve shots that dolly-in with the camera just over the ground because of the CamTram's ability to hold heavy counter weights.
CamTram Motorized Options Video: http://www.vimeo.com/30385088

The amazing graphic work at the beginning and end was done by Chris Pettit of Digital Skye Media Development. Check out Chris' other work here: vimeo.com/user8750744

Music is "Sunshine (Adagio In D Minor)" by John Murphy. #15 here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/sunshine-music-from-motion/id297702863

Thank you to the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff for allowing me to shoot there. They were very friendly and helpful. http://www.lowell.edu/

Saving the best for last . . . thanks to my wonderful wife Laura. Not only does she put up with and support this crazy passion of mine, she helped out on many of these shots. I think I'll keep her :-)

ENJOY