NO CHANGE

Short Docu-Drama

Job Role: Director of Photography & Colourist

 

“…a great demonstration of Maximillian’s ability, both in available light and lit situations, with beautiful and engaging photography.” - Guild of Television Camera Professionals Bill Vinten Award Judges

No Change is a short docu-drama based on the real-life experiences of ex-rough sleeper Andrew Fraser, and more specifically, his book ‘Invisible’ which is available from Freedom Press.

The director was inspired by his own experience volunteering with the Street Pastors in Newham, London.

Max received the 2020 GTC Bill Vinten Award for his work on this film as Director of Photography and Colourist. The film also won awards from Screen Power and RTS South.

Max and Zak Jaques, the director, have continued to collaborate on other projects, with Zak involved in Brass Button’s ‘Wavelength’, and Max providing development assistance with new scripts on Zak’s end.

 

  • No Change is a short docu-drama based on the real-life experiences of ex-rough sleeper Andrew Fraser and, more specifically, his book ‘Invisible’ which is available from Freedom Press. The director interviewed Andrew and built the film from his vivid descriptions of life on the streets, as he recounts specific interactions with the public, as well as his thoughts and philosophies on the issue.

  • The film was not only filmed in part during a major storm, it was also done on a short schedule and with a very limted budget. Members of the crew pooled their resources and equipment to make it happen. From a cinematography perspective, the director wanted an observational feel without the film becoming too dull, and there were many technically difficult camera moves and lighting situations.

  • Aspect Ratio and Resolution:
    1.85:1, DCI 4K

    Camera:
    BMPCC4K in ProRes 422HQ, Gen 4 colour

    Lenses:
    Canon nFD 35mm F2, Canon nFD 50mm F1.4, Canon L 70-200mm F2.8 USM EF, Samyang 14mm F2.8 Manual EF

    Other Optics:
    Zhonghi Lens Turbo II FD to MFT 0.71x Focal Reducer & Viltrox EF to MFT 0.71x Focal Reducer

    Graded in DaVinci Resolve

  • Completed and released.

TRAILER

 

Side-by-side BTS of one of the film’s dolly shots.

Max having a nice chat while setting a shot with writer George Kroon, 1st AC Jake Savage and gaffer Pete Kitcatt (of www.kitcatt-studios.co.uk).