The Master of Slow Motion: An Interview with Zack Snider

🎥Zack Snider's love for slow motion filming began with a Super Eight camera given to him by his mom at a young age.

🔍Zack's fascination with slow motion extends beyond capturing visually stunning shots - he sees it as a way to extend a composition and bring a drawing to life.

🎞️Zack first experimented with slow motion by using a button on his Super Eight camera that automatically changed the frame rate to 50 frames per second.

📷Zack's passion for slow motion led him to work with high-speed cameras like the Phantom, allowing for precise control over filming at ultra-high frame rates.

🎬Zack's experience with slow motion filming has influenced his work in commercials and films, creating visually striking and memorable moments.

How did Zack Snider develop his love for slow motion filming?

—Zack's passion for slow motion filming began when his mom gave him a Super Eight camera at a young age, which had a built-in button to enable slow motion filming.

What does slow motion filming mean to Zack Snider?

—To Zack, slow motion filming is not just about capturing visually stunning shots, but also about extending compositions and bringing drawings to life.

How did Zack Snider experiment with slow motion in his early days?

—Zack experimented with slow motion by using a button on his Super Eight camera that changed the frame rate to 50 frames per second, allowing for smoother slow motion shots.

What high-speed cameras has Zack Snider worked with?

—Zack has worked with high-speed cameras like the Phantom, which provide precise control over frame rates, allowing for filming at ultra-high speeds.

How has Zack Snider's passion for slow motion influenced his work?

—Zack's passion for slow motion filming has influenced his work in commercials and films, creating visually striking and memorable moments.

00:00Zack Snider developed his love for slow motion filming at a young age when his mom gave him a Super Eight camera with a built-in button for slow motion.

02:48Zack Snider sees slow motion filming as a way to extend compositions and bring drawings to life, beyond what can be captured in a single frame at 24 frames per second.

05:05In his early days, Zack experimented with slow motion by using a button on his Super Eight camera that changed the frame rate to 50 frames per second, allowing for smoother slow motion shots.

07:43Zack Snider has worked with high-speed cameras like the Phantom, which provide precise control over frame rates and allow for filming at ultra-high speeds.

10:27Zack's passion for slow motion filming has influenced his work in commercials and films, creating visually striking and memorable moments.