Film Production Quiz

What did Orson Welles say a filmmaker needs?

• A pen

• A brush

• An army

• A script

What are the two categories of film crew positions mentioned?

• Creative and Technical

• Above the line and Below the line

• Pre-production and Post-production

• Script and Screenplay

What is the main focus during principal photography?

• Editing

• Filming

• Scriptwriting

• Casting

What does the 2nd Assistant Director (2nd AD) usually do?

• Directs the film

• Manages the budget

• Stays at base camp and coordinates with actors

• Writes the script

What is the main function of the base camp?

• To film scenes

• To edit footage

• To serve as a place for crew meals and breaks

• To store equipment

What is the role of Production Assistants (P.A.s) on a film set?

• Directing the film

• Overseeing the actors

• Anticipating needs and communicating between departments

• Writing the script

What is the primary responsibility of the Script Supervisor?

• Oversee lighting

• Manage the script

• Handle sound recording

• Organize electricians

What is the primary responsibility of the Electric Department on larger crews?

• Manage the script

• Oversee lighting and power

• Handle sound recording

• Organize actor dialogue

What might the Wardrobe Department have for different scenes?

• Different versions of the same outfit

• Different scripts

• Different directors

• Different soundtracks

What might a film with a very small cast have in terms of makeup and hair styling?

• A separate artist for each actor

• One person for all makeup and hair styling

• No makeup artist

• Only a hairstylist