Cutting Edge develops Alexa workflow

Post-production house Cutting Edge has become the first Australian facility to work with the new ARRI Alexa camera in a feature film context, on Kieran Darcy-Smith’s debut Say Nothing.

“No other digital cinema camera I have graded has come as close to capturing the subtle characteristics of colour and light compared to 35mm film,” said digital intermediate and rushes colourist Adrian Hauser.

Cutting Edge is working closely with DOP Jules O’Loughlin to determine the acquisition method and establish a workflow for the camera. Tests are being performed, from 35mm to the various data acquisition methods available.

Say Nothing is currently shooting in Sydney, and will be completed on location in Cambodia in January.

Rushes are being graded in a film out context and are QC’d daily on Cutting Edge’ five-metre digital projection screen.