ADRIAN MAHOVICS
AUSTRIA
I did not know what to expect at first, as “Face to Face” does not mean any hands on shooting experience, rather a very deep, detailed talk about the principles of cinematography and how we may apply it film in general. To my surprise he introduced me to a whole different world and a “new” approach to the concept of videography. He is not trying to convince you to do the same stile of films he makes. He only makes you understand the basic principles of film by systematically analysing and examine all the required steps from pre-production to post production as well as the idea of being able to concept what you want to do with a given situation.
EMMA WILSON
UNITED KINGDOM
I have been filming for over twenty years now for the BBC but moved into Wedding Films about three years ago. When I met Alejandro earlier this year he taught me more than I ever knew there was to learn about audio visual language and the art of cinematography. Alejandro a talented and inspiration filmmaker but also a patient, encouraging and amazing teacher with the ability to share his knowledge with anyone wanting to learn from him. Since I met Alejandro in May my work has changed. I have found a better way to make films and tell stories. I knew I had it in me all along but Alejandro gave me the confidence to actually follow it through.
MARIO SGRO
ITALY
Rientrato dal Seminario REAL&SHORT® Agrigento mi sento rinato, ho vissuto un'esperienza professionale importante piena di contenuti ma sopratutto illuminante, le tue linee guida da oggi per me saranno un riferimento professionale e di crescita. Grazie di tutto.
Luck Oliveira
BRAZIL
Além de um incrível profissional é uma pessoa grandiosa! Aprender com Alejandro abriu minha mente, e percebi o quanto ainda tenho que aprender. Fazer seu congresso foi com certeza um dos melhores investimentos profissional que já fiz, e ainda ganhei um amigo Argentino, que em breve quero fazer um FACCIA A FACCIA com esse mestre de filme de casamento!
JAVIER KRAFTEIN
ARGENTINE
Mi experiencia con Alejandro Calore y su seminario "Cara a Cara" ha sido tan significante que me ha tomado varios días el poder aclarar las ideas y volcarlas en este escrito. Transcurridos algunos pocos minutos del seminario recordé una frase de un escritor francés: "el buen maestro tiene una preocupación constante: enseñar a prescindir de él". Fue la primera impresión y la misma que me acompañó durante toda la jornada.
DANTE DI PASQUALE
ITALY
Ho avuto il piacere di conoscere Alejandro Calore a Corciano (PG), dalla visione dei suoi lavori durante il seminario ho subito intuito che si lui è una persona eccezionale, un professionista vero. Da lì è nato il mio interesse a seguire Alejandro, i suoi lavori pubblicati sul web mi suscitano sempre una grande emozione, ed oggi avendo l'opportunità di fare il FACCIA A FACCIA mi ha reso felice per la sua grande pazienza e professionalità, nel trasmettermi la sua arte ed il suo modo di vedere i films con l'occhio del cinema sentimentale. I tuoi suggerimenti mi hanno aperto una porta che non riuscivo ad aprire, hanno dato forza e corposità hai miei film, mi hai fatto vedere degli errori che i miei occhi ignoravano, mi hai dato la marcia in più per creare del mio lavoro un'arte cinematografica.
Robert Schwieger
USA
Alejandro has a very unique and refreshing approach to his craft. He doesn't chase the latest trends when it comes to gear (drones, gimbals, etc.) but rather relies on a single camera and filmed with a singular point of view. It really is amazing how much more substance you can capture when you are not bogged down with so much equipment. We spoke at length regarding the application of classic cinema techniques that he learned while studying at film school and how those ideas can be applied to wedding filmmaking. He was kind enough to review a few pieces of my work and came prepared with tips and suggestions on how I could expand my craft. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation and found him to be very encouraging and generous with his time.
Riccardo Fassoli
Germany
Itʼs amazing to see what Alejandro is doing with following real cinema rules into his films. This short film is like to drink a nice red wine. You feel unconfortable, curios, amused by watching really simple events mixed with a great pacing. The cinematography is really simple but never casual. Every clip and every moment is studied with meticulos attention. His way to film is one man one camera one point of view. Every footage is steady and fix from a tripod work. Seems all easy and light, but the study that there is behind his films is from a genius.
Giancarlo de Vita
ITALY
Esperienza molto positiva che mi ha fatto capire l'importanza del saper parlare il linguaggio cinematografico e di quello che possiamo comunicare in modo diverso, chiaramente da qui inizia un percorso, fatto di salite, curve e che spero di poter percorrere! Riprendere e raccontare in modo diverso il Wedding. Alejandro, una persona sempre pronta a rispondere in qualsiasi momento a tutti miei interrogativi. Consiglio vivamente questa esperienza a tutti coloro che cercano oggi un modo per distinguersi ed emergere dalla massa. Grazie di tutto ALEJANDRO!
Andy Dracup
UNITED KINGDOM
I recently attended one of his seminars and it completely blew me away. His concept of how to shoot and edit a wedding film with just one camera, Yes! one camera is unbelievable and his storytelling skills would match any Hollywood film director. His entire though process for the wedding day and the way he captures the unique event is so special. I sat through most of the seminar blown away by what one person and one camera can do! I appreciate my progression to the next level won't happen aver night but Alejandro has given me a new found desire and direction to take my business. Alejandro is a master of his craft and to top it all off is a true gentleman. I feel honoured to have been able to share a day with him and truly blessed that he was willing to share his thoughts and ideas with me.
JOSE MARIA CARRERAS
ARGENTINE
Un hombre, una cámara, un punto de vista: conceptos básicos para entender que sos el responsable de registrar cada momento y lo asumís como tal, transformando lo que antes del seminario era un video, hoy es verdaderamente un film de boda, una película, una historia de amor única. Con los conceptos del seminario, la dslr como herramienta y toda tu pasión fuiste mutando y de ser un camarógrafo convencional te convertiste en un videografo contador de historias las cuales están llenas de sentimientos y emociones, las mismas emociones que te invaden en la post producción cuando estas terminado el film para entregar y entonces es ahí donde decis: gracias Alejandro Calore por inspirarme para seguir contando buenas historias.
ANDREA MAZZONE
ITALY
Esperienza unica, la consiglio vivamente a tutti i Videografi che sentono la necessità di crescere e migliorarsi nel proprio lavoro. Grazie Alejandro Calore oltre ad un grande professionista ho conosciuto veramente una buona persona.
ROBERT OBERG
USA
In an industry where so many people are doing the same or very similar work, I believe the best way to be different is finding your own particular style. Alejandro's mentoring session was incredibly helpful for this. Instead of telling me how to do or not to do things, Alejandro talked to me about the language of filmmaking, the audio-visual language, and how to apply it to what I am doing or want to do. He analyzed some of my work, he made me re-think some of my editing choices, we discussed the structure of one of my wedding films, and he was open to answer all of my questions. Honestly, this online session has been one of the best investments I've done in a very long time, and I am sure it will have a positive impact on my business and career.
BIAGIO SIVILLA
ITALY
Incredibile come la tecnologia riesce a farci uscire fuori dagli schemi della grammatica cinematografica. Solo grazie al profondo confronto con Alejandro ho capito il vero punto di vista di un videografo.
EMANUELE TORRE
ITALY
Ho conosciuto un nuovo amico, lui è Alejandro Calore. Lo chiamo amico perchè definirlo soltanto maestro sarebbe riduttivo, non basterebbe sicuramente a dimostrare quello che mi ha dato in questi giorni del seminario "Un uomo, una camera, un punto di vista". Oltre alle nozioni, alle regole e alle strategie per creare un racconto audiovisivo, porterò dentro di me soprattutto un pensiero bellissimo, tante volte sottovalutato: "Prima di premere rec, pensa". E cosi farò.