Censorship, Changed Endings, and the "Big Chungus" of Gear

In this episode, we talk about…

China’s take on Fight Club and whether Fight Club holds up in today’s world
Why Fight Club’s “new” version is going viral, and Chuck Palahniuk’s response
Recognizing late 1990s movies that capture the anticipation of a shift in culture
Shooting with a DJI 4D and why it’s more of a documentary vs. cinema camera
How different lenses impact the DJI’s performance
Creating a 4D Big Boy, shoulder mounts, and other cool tricks
Comparisons between the 4D, 12K, and 6K
Skydio and the sky market for filming
New editing capabilities for drone footage and drone testing experiences
Depth maps and why camera data matters to filmmakers

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