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The Long Take in Filmmaking

We're Planning one for Alchemy in Venice to Elevate the Experience

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Jon Fitzgerald
Mar 23, 2025
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During the process of polishing the script for Alchemy in Venice, and working through the storyboard process, I decided to incorporate a long, uninterrupted take in the film. The long take has a rich history in cinema, showcased in classic films like Touch of Evil, The Player, and Good Fellas. See the clips below.

When done well, it can draw the audie…


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