Not knowing what to expect is the biggest source of nerves before a wedding film. In practice it runs in a fixed order, start to finish.
The session starts with a few minutes to settle in and talk through what you’re hoping to get, even if that’s already been discussed beforehand, and from there direction stays constant throughout so there’s no standing around wondering what to do next. Once the shoot wraps, a proofing gallery follows within a couple of days. A first look, before anything is retouched.
Final delivery follows once retouching is complete, with the timeline agreed clearly at the point of booking rather than left open-ended.
See also: Why a cheap wedding film often costs more in the end.
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FAQs
A couple of quick answers.
How soon do we get the film?
A highlights film is usually delivered within four to six weeks, alongside the photography gallery.
How long is the final film?
A highlights film typically runs three to five minutes: the ceremony and speeches lead into the first dance. A longer documentary-style cut is available on request.
Further reading
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- Booking a wedding film for the festive season
The steps
Broken into steps below.
- Settle in and talk through the brief. The first few minutes, even if it's already been discussed beforehand.
- Be directed throughout the shoot. Constant, gentle direction means there's no standing around wondering what to do.
- Review the proofing gallery. A first look within a couple of days, before anything is retouched.
- Receive final delivery. On the timeline agreed at booking, not left open-ended.