Melisse Sporn // Writer + Cinematographer

Written By Hannah Driscoll
 

Deep dive with us into the Helen Wick funeral scene that opens John Wick one to discuss dialogue subtext, unique camera placements, depth of field, pulling focus, and much more.

QUICK FACTS

Helen Wick funeral scene:

START TIME: 04:14

END TIME: 05:59

In this episode’s scene breakdown, we tackle the funeral of Helen Wick and unpack every singe camera set up as well as the dialogue subtext when Marcus and John talk right after.

GUEST SPEAKER

Melisse Sporn is a writer and cinematographer in Los Angeles, CA. Her latest short The Hermit is making waves at film festivals, and is wonderfully shot. Her writing is phenomenal as well, and I can’t wait for it to be available for you all to enjoy!

After meeting on the set of an indie feature a few years ago, we really hit it off on the set of Pen15, a Hulu show. Her unique perspective on storytelling is what makes this episode really a fantastic listen.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

  • unique camera setups

  • depth of field while pulling focus

  • subtext in action and dialogue

  • the ominous city backdrop meaning

  • the emotions behind slow camera push-ins and pull-outs

  • no filler scenes

  • non-traditional scene coverage

HOW TO FIND MELISSE

IG: HERE

IMDb: HERE

Reel: HERE

Hire her today by sending her a message on IG!

Thanks for listening, and let me know what part of this episode was your favorite.

Be seeing you.

 
Hannah Driscoll
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