Leading visualization studio Proof Inc. has released its previs reel for the StudioCanal thriller Something in the Water, which showcases its innovative work on the film’s dynamic and suspenseful sequences. The movie, directed by Hayley Easton Street, follows a group of friends stranded in the Caribbean after a boat crash, battling for survival amidst lurking dangers, including a predatory shark.
The animator and editor in charge of creating some of the film’s most intense scenes, such as the tense boat crash and shark chase, was Proof’s Previs Supervisor, Martin Bell. Under the limitations of the indie filmmaker’s budget, Bell relied heavily on Proof’s sizable library of assets and adapted the existing models to suit the needs of this film. These sequences were difficult because they were fast-paced, action-packed, and the dramatic and perilous moments needed creative thinking to convey just that.
Collaboration was key, working closely with Easton Street and VFX Supervisor Steve Street in aligning the work of Proof with the film’s creative vision. The film’s focus on storytelling over technical precision allowed for a more fluid and narrative-driven approach, delivering visually engaging sequences while respecting the film’s indie roots.
