I have a question about recording dialogue for a western movie. Specifically recording the dialogue while actors are on horses. I wouldn't want to solely rely on radios or ADR if the shot allows a boom to get there. But If I'm on the ground, seems to me the angle of the pole would not be right.
If budget allows, do you use a Fisher (or two)?
(funny thought) Would the boom ops be on horseback as well? Ya like production would go for that!
Does one build a "platform" on a golf cart (with safely harness of course) or something?
Maybe we "hide" a mic mounted somewhere? On the horse/saddle?....don't laugh at me.
As always, maybe mic choice REALLY comes into play here.....choose wisely
A ladder doesn't seem to be practical unless it's a closeup.
I'm just trying to wrap my head around how you position yourself (providing the horses aren't moving around a lot) in the a good spot to get all the dialogue safely.
What do you guys think....or proven solutions?
Thanks in advance.
The Scott