Behind-the-scenes
35 unrolled threads about behind-the-scenes, each one readable on a single page.
Valentina Vee@valentinaveeNo, you’re not crazy! Night scenes DO LOOK darker now than they did in the decades prior. But it’s not because cinematographers refuse to light their scenes (common misconception). It’s because the...
SummaryModern night scenes appear darker than older films not because cinematographers refuse to light them, but because contemporary lighting philosophy prioritizes "motivated lighting" (light sources believable within the environment) over older unmotivated approaches. Cinematographers intentionally choose to light scenes realistically, accepting darker silhouettes and lower contrast ratios as artistic choices, though some modern filmmakers are shifting back to adding extra light for visibility.Feb 6, 202513 tweets♥ 246K
W (fan account)@live4gabehind the scenes of iconic album covers — a thread (🧵)
SummaryA comprehensive thread showcasing behind-the-scenes stories and creative processes behind iconic album covers spanning decades, from The Beatles' Abbey Road to Charli XCX's BRAT, featuring artists like Lady Gaga, Björk, Taylor Swift, and many contemporary musicians.Jun 24, 202532 tweets♥ 180KValentina Vee@valentinaveeOkay yeah let’s talk about it. It’s because we literally don’t use those lights anymore to light anything, let alone women. And also because modern actresses don’t want to be lit this way. 🧵 http...
SummaryClassic Hollywood lighting techniques created distinctive sparkly eye effects using hard single-source lights paired with soft lens filters, multiple catch lights positioned just for eye reflection, and lower film resolution that hid skin texture. Modern cinematography uses softer lights with digital high-resolution cameras that make skin imperfections visible, making the old harsh lighting unflattering by today's standards, and tight shooting schedules eliminate time for setting up extra lights just for cosmetic sparkle.Jun 5, 202513 tweets♥ 160K
5 Seconds of Summer@5SOSHappy 7th birthday to our first ever hit song SHE LOOKS SO PERFECT. Here’s the thread 🧵 of the creation and writing process. Thank you to the fans that have been with us since this breakout jam. We l...
Summary5 Seconds of Summer reflects on the creation of their breakthrough hit "She Looks So Perfect" seven years later, recounting how they initially thought the quirky chorus was "fucking stupid" but the song unexpectedly became a massive success after their record label embraced the unconventional concept.Feb 7, 20216 tweets♥ 101K
popcultureangel@lohanisgoda thread of the drama behind the scenes of ‘gossip girl’ (ur welcome!)
SummaryA behind-the-scenes look at Gossip Girl drama, including alleged underage dating involving cast members, on-set feuds between Blake Lively and Leighton Meester, Taylor Momsen's professional conflicts and exit, and producers encouraging real-life relationships and controversy to feed the show's narrative.Aug 21, 202414 tweets♥ 137K
Daniel Ceballos@DCeballos95Was lucky enough to animate these chaotic shots of Zoey :) it had been a while since l'd done something this cartoony, and I had a blast! 🧵 #KpopDemonHunters #KPDH
SummaryAn animator shares their experience animating chaotic character shots for a K-pop demon hunters project, expressing enthusiasm for the cartoony animation style and crediting collaborators who contributed through reference work, brainstorming, and feedback.Jun 26, 20254 tweets♥ 123KValentina Vee@valentinaveeOh I know! First let’s talk about the lights. They’ve got an array of 5 circular trusses. These contain moving beam lights (yellow), moving wash lights (green), followspots on the 3rd/4th rings (pur...
SummaryA detailed breakdown of the professional lighting setup used in the French talk show Quotidien, comparing its theatrical 'round' staging and multi-light array approach to typical American talk show lighting. The key advantages include lower-hanging lights that create eye sparkle, an embedded-light table that bounces and fills shadows, and a higher ratio of rim-to-key lighting that separates subjects from backgrounds.Sep 6, 20249 tweets♥ 123K
Alexandra🌞@Alexalvz12'La Pasión de Cristo' (2004): datos curiosos, accidentes y misterios durante su rodaje. 🙏✝️📖🎬🧵
SummaryUn hilo detallado sobre la producción de 'La Pasión de Cristo' (2004), dirigida por Mel Gibson, que incluye datos curiosos sobre su elenco, accidentes durante el rodaje de Jim Caviezel (incluyendo dos impactos de rayo), y conversiones religiosas inspiradas por la película. La producción fue extremadamente desafiante pero resultó en una de las películas más taquilleras de la historia con 612 millones de dólares recaudados.Dec 5, 202422 tweets♥ 94.1K
Today In History@historiginsVideos you've probably never seen before. A thread 🧵 1. This is what post-trauma looked like after World War I (1914-1918)
SummaryA curated collection of rare historical and behind-the-scenes videos, ranging from WWI trauma footage and German POW returns to first contact with indigenous tribes, space photography, film production techniques, and interviews with notable figures like Steve Jobs and John Lennon.Jun 23, 202511 tweets♥ 71.9K
Blue🦋@LismarblueTodos hablan de Chespirito y sus infidelidades o de Florinda Meza y su ambición y casi nadie menciona a ENRIQUE SEGOVIANO y la dolorosa historia que vivió detrás de cámaras. terminó despedido y hum...
SummaryEste hilo cuenta la historia de Enrique Segoviano, el productor y creador que fue fundamental en el éxito de Chespirito y El Chavo del Ocho, pero fue despedido y humillado cuando su amigo Roberto y su prometida Florinda Meza comenzaron una relación. A pesar de perder todo en un año, Segoviano se levantó como un fénix para crear éxitos posteriores como 'Odisea Burbujas', 'Anabel!' y especialmente '100 mexicanos dijeron', demostrando su genio creativo sin victimizarse nunca públicamente.Jul 30, 202518 tweets♥ 71.2KToday In History@historiginsMusicians playing their greatest hits before becoming world famous. A thread 🧵 1. MGMT plays "Kids" to a crowd of 25 people on their college campus
SummaryA thread showcasing iconic musicians performing their future hit songs in tiny venues before they became famous, including MGMT's 'Kids' to 25 people, The Killers' first 'Mr. Brightside', Nirvana announcing 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' to an unresponsive crowd, and many others like Ed Sheeran, Kendrick Lamar, and Maggie Rogers performing in small clubs and informal settings.Jul 12, 202511 tweets♥ 69.5K
Manish Kumar@manishkhosiyaMovie Industry is over-rated! The Untold Secrets Behind Your Favorite Movies. Exposed 🧵
SummaryA thread showcasing behind-the-scenes secrets and filming techniques from iconic movies like The Dark Knight, The Godfather, Harry Potter, and Avengers, revealing how special effects, stunts, and practical filmmaking created memorable cinematic moments.Aug 15, 202416 tweets♥ 67.5K
Earth_Seeker@Earth_Seeker1Facts you didn't know about the film industry. A thread 🧵🧶🧶 1. Angelina Jolie had her real cute daughter act in Maleficent because all the other kids were too scared.
SummaryA collection of lesser-known facts about the film industry, covering everything from production budgets and actor salaries to behind-the-scenes improvisations and special effects innovations. The thread highlights notable moments from classic and modern films including Maleficent, Cleopatra, Terminator 2, Taxi Driver, and Star Wars.Sep 1, 202512 tweets♥ 61.7K
Cinefilia Cult@cinefiliacult“Apocalypto” (2006) es una película escandalosa👌 La obra maestra de Mel Gibson sigue brillando, y por eso les traigo este HILO de CURIOSIDADES de la película♥️👌 Vamos😉👇🏼🧵 ...
SummaryEste hilo detalla curiosidades de la producción de 'Apocalypto' (2006) de Mel Gibson, incluyendo su financiamiento de 40 millones de dólares, rodaje en Veracruz México con dificultades climáticas, escenas de riesgo real con actores y animales, y el exhaustivo proceso de casting y preparación que abarcó 3 continentes. Gibson y el guionista Farhad Safinia buscaban revolucionar el género de acción-aventura con actores nativos mayas, investigación histórica profunda y un enfoque en la sofisticación de la civilización maya.Apr 13, 202521 tweets♥ 48.8K
Chelsea Saunders@PIXELATEDCROWNIt's been just over a year since Deltarune chapters 3 & 4 released! I did the 3D work, which mostly means Tenna 📺 I figured it's been long enough to share some "behind the scenes" stuff, starting...
SummaryA 3D artist shares behind-the-scenes work on creating the character Tenna for Deltarune chapters 3 & 4, including their process of modeling poses in Maya, rendering sprites, creating animations with mocap, and developing the intro movie sequence. The thread showcases concept sketches, render progression, and collaborative workflows with game designer Toby Fox.Jun 8, 202620 tweets♥ 38.8K
َ@aangbianindigenous characters in animation — the thread 🧵
SummaryA comprehensive thread showcasing indigenous characters and cultures featured in animated films and TV shows, highlighting examples like Lilo & Stitch (Hawaiian), Avatar: The Last Airbender (Inuit), Moana (Polynesian/Māori), and many others, with notes on cultural consultants and indigenous voice actors involved in their production.Oct 13, 202521 tweets♥ 42.4K
dana 🫧@selslovrtrying to find the 100ish easter eggs in the fate of ophelia music video: a thread
SummaryA fan documents Easter eggs found in the "Fate of Ophelia" music video, identifying references to Shakespeare's Ophelia story, showgirl aesthetics, classic Hollywood, the artist's other songs, personal details like her cats' names, and more.Oct 7, 202529 tweets♥ 30K
dre@v2TokyoGhost🧵 here’s a thread on each individual that participated on the “Avatar: Aang, The Last Airbender” movie and their previous works. I’ll be updating this as more people from the staff come out and annou...
SummaryA comprehensive thread documenting the individual artists and crew members who worked on the upcoming Avatar: The Last Airbender movie, with links to their previous works and portfolios. The list is being continuously updated as more staff members announce their involvement in the project.Apr 16, 202631 tweets♥ 15K
Freezie ⋈@Real_Freezie1FNAF MOVIE 2 SPOILERS Every Lighting Test Photo of the Animatronic Cast of Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 🧵
SummaryA comprehensive thread sharing lighting test photos of all the animatronic suits from the Five Nights at Freddy's 2 movie, including various characters like Springtrap, the Withereds, Circus Baby, and others. The thread notes differences between suit versions and hidden easter eggs in the photos.Dec 14, 202531 tweets♥ 12.9KValentina Vee@valentinavee