Lordy, I felt like the behind the scenes Mastermind today as I wrangled this 2nd Unit into shape. My biggest one ever at 250 people was big one to look after, especially with multiple catering points and people to keep happy. I clocked over 20,000 steps marching around set, making friends and solving problems. I found myself shilling out lunch boxes to a tsunami of supporting artists at one point, running up and down a queue throwing boxes into their hands in a desperate attempt to bust the queue. Had a little over an hour to catch up on emails, then I had to return to set in a ceremonial capacity.
A famous piece of film jargon is the 'Martini Shot'. This refers to the final set up of the day, a nod to the fact the crew can all hit the bar after this last beat. We decided to take this phrase literally today. We surprised a cast member one their final day with us by presenting to them a Martini cocktail, in a chilled glass, garnished with an olive. I know this because 24 hours ago I had never made a Martini, but I had to learn fast because I was the chosen one to make the famous drink.
4 Parts Vodka
1 Part Vermouth
Stir through with ice and pour.
For a chap who has never made one before, the kudos I received on set was hilarious when I presented them. The cast loved the gesture and the crew all pointed to me when they asked where this came from. Just another funny story that wouldn't happen in any other industry.
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