Watch Notes on a Scene
- 2018
- 1 Season
Notes on a Scene is a web series by Vanity Fair wherein popular actors and directors discuss the making of certain scenes in their movies or TV shows. In one such episode, Melissa McCarthy and John Krasinski talk about a scene from their movie, "A Quiet Place". The duo talks about a particularly intense scene from the movie where they had to be completely silent as the slightest noise would attract the attention of a deadly creature. McCarthy, who is known for her comedic skills, admits that it was challenging for her to stay quiet throughout the scene but she found it exciting at the same time.
Krasinski reveals that while the scene looks simple, it was actually one of the toughest to shoot. The director wanted all the actors to be completely silent and to use sign language instead of speaking. This made the actors rely on each other and their own body language to communicate with their fellow characters.
During the filming, Krasinski relied heavily on the actors for their creativity and improvisation skills. He also mentions that the scene was shot towards the end of the filming schedule, and by then, the actors had already built a strong sense of camaraderie, which made their on-screen chemistry even more authentic.
McCarthy reveals that while they were filming the scene, there was a moment where she accidentally knocked over a metal bowl, which made a loud noise. She worried that it would ruin the entire scene, but the director told her to keep going as they could edit it out in post-production. Krasinski chimes in, saying that he remembered the moment and how it actually added to the tension of the scene.
The duo also discusses the technical aspects of the scene, such as the sound design and the use of close-ups to heighten the tension. Krasinski notes that he wanted the audience to feel as though they were right there with the characters, experiencing the dread and impending danger.
Overall, the episode is a fascinating insight into the making of an intense scene from "A Quiet Place". Fans of the movie will appreciate the behind-the-scenes look at how it all came together, and those interested in the technical aspects of filmmaking will also find it informative. McCarthy and Krasinski's chemistry and camaraderie is evident throughout the episode, making it an entertaining watch.