A process trailer, also known as insert trailer and low loader, is a trailer towed by a tracking vehicle for the purpose of being used as a moving camera platform.[1] They are generally very low to the ground to give a realistic perspective of height and can be expanded in width to allow the camera to achieve a wider shot. Process trailers are most often used to shoot dialogue scenes inside cars or other vehicles while reducing risk for actors who would otherwise drive while delivering lines.
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The trailer is composed of a wheeled platform, low to the ground, with the vehicle secured on top. The vehicle on the platform is known as a "picture car". The platform itself is then towed by another vehicle with crew members and camera equipment to film the actors in the vehicle.[2] Although process trailers are safer for actors, there is still a significant risk to the driver and passengers of the towing vehicle - for this reason, process trailers are often led by a police vehicles to prevent traffic accidents. In Australia, process trailers must be accompanied by police and may only be used with a permit.[3]
References
edit- ^ "Camera Cars & Trailers - The Real Movie Cars". The Beat: A Blog by PremiumBeat. 2015-09-02. Retrieved 2022-03-05.
- ^ Hauck, Ben (2017-05-25). "Standing in on Process Trailers -- And What a Poor Man's Process Is". Stand-In Central. Retrieved 2022-03-05.
- ^ "Specialist Filming Vehicles at Contained and Non Contained Filming Sites – Victoria Police Role" (PDF). Victoria Police. Retrieved 7 August 2024.
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