Panel show scoring expert Richard Osman and newsroom hierarchy insider Marina Hyde discuss the secrets of acting like a corpse, the hierarchy of newsrooms, and how scoring on panel shows actually works. Tune in for an entertaining and insightful conversation!
Filming scenes with corpses involves casting actors who can lie still and using VFX to simulate them not breathing.
TV theme music composers play a crucial role in creating catchy tunes that adapt to different show segments, syncing with visuals and transitions.
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Insights on Filming Scenes with Corpses
Filming scenes with corpses involves casting actors who can lie still, using VFX to simulate them not breathing. Producers audition actors by their ability to remain motionless. By capturing rest moments and using VFX, the chest remains still while the footage continues, enabling longer shots in morgue scenes.
Understanding TV Theme Music Composition
TV theme music composers like Paul Farrah play a crucial role in creating catchy tunes that adapt to different show segments. Composing theme music involves syncing with visuals, stings, and transitions, requiring mathematical precision. Composers work closely with engineers to synchronize music with show elements like The Wheel's spinning speed.
Challenges and Ethics in TV Criticism
TV critics prioritize covering big releases while also spotlighting hidden gems. Critics face challenges like managing relationships and handling potential exclusions due to negative reviews. There's a balance between objectivity and personal opinions in critiquing shows, navigating pressures from industry players while striving for fair and diverse coverage.
Who sits where in the hierarchy of a newsroom? How does scoring on panel shows actually work? What are the secrets of acting like a corpse? More of your questions answered on this episode of The Rest Is Entertainment with Richard Osman and Marina Hyde.