Sadee + Joey: Same Day Edit Wedding Film

We're so excited to show you Sadee and Joey's Same Day Edit wedding film - it truly was a labor of love! These two didn't want full coverage of their wedding day, just the short video highlighting their ceremony and morning of the big day. It was a wonderful challenge, filming all the most important details and editing on-site to create something special to show at their reception - a big thanks to my editor Jeremiah for some early planning and amazing work!

Same Day Edit films are something we love to offer - it's a wonderful capsule of the wedding morning that offers a peek at the intimate moments with the bride and groom the guests don't usually witness. The excitement of getting ready for the big day, all the heightened emotions during a "first look", and the best moments of the ceremony are woven together to create a personal snapshot of the day just hours after it's happened!

See Sadee and Joey's Same Day Edit video below, and for a little extra fun we've included a video of their reactions to their video at the reception!

Vendors:

Photography: Junshien Lau 
Coordinator: Frances Liu with Charmed Events Group
Florist: Nicole Ha
Makeup: Tammy DO
DJ: Spintronix
Officiant: Reverend Tim

Thinking of adding a Same Day Edit film to your wedding day? We'd love to chat! Contact the studio at info@cinematt.com.

À bientôt!
- Cinematt

5 Tips for Saving Your Digital Wedding Film

How to Care For Your Wedding Film 

If you're one of our wonderful wedding clients who has just recently tied the knot (congratulations!) there's a good chance you're patiently waiting for your Cinematt wedding film. 

After hours and hours of reviewing your footage, editing it down to the most magical moments, and synching it with music to match your amazing day, we add a little of that Cinematt je ne sais quoi and wrap it up nicely for your enjoyment. 

But then it's up to you! Whether you receive your film via digital download, usb flash drive, or DVD, the future of your digital memories are in your hands. 

 5 Tips for Preserving Your Digital Files

1. Save it in more than one location. Upload the files to a computer at your earliest convenience.
2. Save it externally. To make sure they aren't deleted by accident or lost in a computer crash, copy or upload to an external hard drive as well. 
3. Don't toss your original. Keep your original source (USB, DVD, etc) somewhere safe and filed away. It's best to leave it in protective packaging. 
4. Don't keep problems to yourself. If there is something wrong with your file, please let us know at the earliest convenience! The longer you wait, the harder it will be for us to pull your files out of storage, and there may be an additional fee. 
5. Evolve with the digital world. Make sure if a new format becomes widely used, have your video copied to it. There are many services available to copy VHS tapes to DVD or Blu Ray discs, and in the future I'm sure there will be other new ways to save and store files. 

And as always, if you have any questions about your files, don't hesitate to contact us at info@cinematt.com!

Cinematt on Design Aglow Cinema!

Are you ready for a big announcement? We're beyond excited to announce that Cinematt is a contributor for Design Aglow! Joining so many other talented professionals from around the nation, we're going to offer up solid advice for success in the wedding industry. 

If you're a photographer or cinematographer, you probably know all about this uber-modern, design-savvy blog shop, that provides everything from educational guides on posing and business marketing, to photography actions and website templates. Their blog is also a must-follow for anyone with an online presence and services to offer; it's full of tips and tricks for optimal web traffic, drool-worthy contests, and inspirational interviews. 

As part of the brand new launch of Design Aglow Cinema, Cinematt was featured as one of 15 of Design Aglow's favorite cinematographers from around the world! Matthieu chatted about his demo reel, the importance of picking the right audio, and those crucial first 15 seconds of film. 

Click here to see the full interview! 

The Design Aglow Cinema line includes an amazing collection of useful tools for cinematographers. Everything from workflow guides to marketing suites and packaging accessories - all ready to insert your unique branding and improve your business. 

We can't wait to see what Design Aglow has in store, and keep an eye on their blog; you may see us there! 

Kathryn and Alan | Same Day Edit | Casa Real, California

One of my favorite things to do at a wedding is to create a beautiful Same Day Film. There is nothing better than to share those special moments with family and friends within hours of it happening. Watching the film is like going to a show and having access to the backstage. Family and friends are no longer just spectators, they are also actors within the film.   I was ecstatic when Kathryn and Alan asked me to create a Same Day Film to capture their special day and love for each other that has spanned over the past 16 years. This fun-loving couple wrote their own vows about friendship and love; a great beginning for a wonderful storyline. Thank you Kathryn and Alan for making us part of your wedding day.

Merci et bonne journée!

Venue: casa real
Photographer: Danny Dong
Make up artist: The Glamourist
DJ: Big Fun DJ
Cake artist: Sweet tooth confection
Florist: Asiel Design

Gene and Braja | Short Film Feature | San Diego, CA

When Gene saw   during their first look, the first word that came out of his mouth was "Holy, then an expletive, then another expletive!”  If you know Gene and Braja, then you shouldn't be surprised. Gene is a passionate person. He is passionate about his friends and family, and about being an amazing photographer, but most of all he is passionate about Braja!

I wanted to ensure that their film captured the unconditional love they have for each other and the passion behind it.  My favorite moment of their day was during their photo session.   Jim, their photographer, handed the camera to Gene to shoot Braja's portrait session. In that instant, Gene was the photographer, the person who has an eye for beauty and capturing the emotions of the moment; the same person who was shooting my wife and I when we got married the year before.

I’ve always loved shooting alongside Gene, as he is an inspiration for creativity and art. When Gene asked me to film his wedding, I felt honored and nervous all at the same time. And to have Jim Garner, a world renown photographer, working alongside me for the day was mind-blowing and icing on the cake. What an amazing experience!

Thank you to Isabel Gonzalez, long-time friend and cinematographer from Long Beach, for assisting to capture all the special moments and details of the day.  And lastly, thank you to Gene and Braja for trusting me with the most important day of their lives!

Please enjoy the film as much as I enjoyed witnessing their union and capturing their love on film. 

A bientôt ,

Matthieu

venue: La Estancia
coordinator: Thomas Bui
photographer: Jim Garner
Florist: Jennifer Cole Florals
Officiant: Dharmasetu Das
Hair stylist: Daniel Lowry
Make-up artist: Madhavi
DJ: Daniel Peterson

Tips from the pros: How to capture amazing moments for your wedding film

Capturing the special moments of the wedding day on film is a top priority for most brides and grooms. Over the years I've gathered great tips from other film experts such as Joe Simon, Ray Roman, Matt Davis that have proven to result in amazing films for my clients.  Here are my top ten tips that I always like to share with my couples to make sure we capture stunning shots.

1. Remind your bridal party that although it's cool to chew gum, it's even cooler if they don't while filming is happening. 
2. Have the makeup artist set up by the window so the film crew can capture you under natural light.  Trust us, you’ll like the results.
3. Ask your makeup artist to use a director’s chair.  The height will allow you to standout even more in the room as well as give your film crew a clear field of vision.
4. Don't be afraid of the cameras. Although it can be a bit overwhelming to have so many cameras around you, try to forget about it and allow your happiness to show through.
5. Turn down the music. We know you love to listen to music when you are getting ready, and it's cool. However, if the music is too loud, it can overpower special moments captured by the film crew such as the moment your mom or dad come into the room and saw you in your gown for the first time.
6. Make time for your cinematographer. Although most of the time your cinematographer can work around photographers, it is much better if you can allow 10 minutes in your schedule to cinematography only so they can capture those extra moments that will make your film a masterpiece.
7. Don’t run away! I know some people get nervous when it comes to giving a speech at the reception, but it would be great if your MOH or BM or who ever is giving the speech just relax and stand still while giving their speeches. We love it when they address you, and don't run around the room.
8. No talking. The ceremony is a sacred moment and we do not want to disturb it so make sure that phones are turned off, bridal party is not in chatting mode, and enjoy YOUR ceremony.
9. Unplug! Lately it has been very easy for people to snap away during the ceremony, especially during important moments. Consider having a sign that invites your guests to not click away while you are walking down the aisle and to stay put in their seat. You have paid a lot of money for your professional crew to do their job, so don’t let it be ruined by eager guests.
10. Give your cinematographer time. Remind your mc that in order to get the best shot possible they will need time to set up.  So 3 to 5 minutes before a major event is happening, such as the first dance, have someone notify your cinematographer so they can set-up.

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About Cinematt

CINEMATT is the fruit of many years of soul searching in order to create a brand that couples can identify with.   As the creator and artistic director of CINEMATT, Matthieu put his ten years of expertise to craft a unique wedding film for you.

Along with Dennis, who he has been working with for five years, Joshua and Sean, they strive to capture every little detail you have so uniquely chosen to make your dream wedding a true masterpiece. Filming your wedding is not only showing up on your special day. It is about getting to know you and find out what your particular interests are in order to transcribe them into YOUR film... Merci et a bientot!