In the delightful short The Baker’s Hotline, co-directors Emily and David Schuman explore the culinary advice and unexpected human connection doled out by the expert bakers manning the phones at the King Arthur Baking Company. We posed our Qs à la mode to Emily, and here’s what she shared!
If I had to describe my film using only three adjectives, they would be: Quirky, heartwarming and sentimental.
We wanted to make this film because: Of a need for more hope and humanity — the baker’s hotline gives me hope that we are going to be okay!
The thing that surprised me most while making my film was: To learn that there’s a hotline for baking emergencies!
My favourite moment/scene/sequence in my film is: We loved filming at the hotline and hearing their hearts pour into every call. I also loved getting to meet the frequent callers, and to learn more about their lives and stories.
My most invaluable piece of doc-making equipment was/is: I love using the Cinesaddle for quick handheld shots, filming in the car or getting a shot from the ground. It’s such a versatile piece of equipment.
My must-have snack to get me through hours in the editing room is: We had too many sweets and breads from the incredible bakers when we were filming, so we switched to popcorn during the long edit sessions!
One piece of documentary-filmmaking advice I’d like to share with aspiring documentarians is: Have a great lawyer in your corner. This doesn’t have to be anyone expensive, but someone who can help draft appearance releases, look at contracts, advise on distribution plans and give an overall gut check for your filmmaking plans.
Want to check out Emily’s film or just learn more about it?
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