WICKED FOR GOOD

Director: Jon M, Chu Cinematographer: Alice Brooks, 2U Director/DOP: Sam Renton

One of the biggest films of 2024. Jon M. Chu's adaptation of the beloved musical — starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande — grossed $759m worldwide and became one of the most talked-about productions of the year.

The HG team was brought in by second unit director and DOP Sam Renton to execute a thrilling woodland chase sequence. Luke Bannister and Will Roth delivered FPV work flying RED's Raptor camera platform that changed the creative ambition of the sequence entirely.

“The speed and accuracy they delivered enabled us to think differently about a sequence that, had they not come with such ability, may have ended up boring and pedestrian.”

SAM RENTON 2U Director/DOP Wicked 1 & 2

Equipment Used

Cinema FPV

Hybrid FPV platforms built for precision control. Used for speed and accuracy, enabling the camera to capture extraordinary shots.

Super Heavy Lift

Freefly Systems Alta X is a powerful super heavy lifter, efficient at carrying heavy camera and lens set ups and lighting.