What do those people in the film credits do?

[kenny]

Actors?
Well, that one's a No-duh!

But, for example, what the hay does a "Gaffer" do?
Watch the video here:

Gaffer: Everything You Need to Know - NFI

A gaffer is head of the electrical department and the chief lighting technician on set. A gaffer runs a team of lighting technicians to execute a production's lighting plan.

www.nfi.edu

 

[kenny]

Key Grip?

Key Grip: Everything You Need To Know - NFI

The key grip is the person who runs the grip crew during the production of a film or television series. They also oversee the people who position this equipment.

www.nfi.edu

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

a long time ago in 5th form english we did a study of film making
it was so long ago 5th form doesnt even exisit now, in the states it would be freshman
anyway this was long before lord of the rings and big budget movies being made in NZ
i didnt see the point at all
but i remember us having to learn what all those people did

and i always always stay right to the end of the picture and read all those names

 

[kenny]

... and i always always stay right to the end of the picture and read all those names

One of many things I love about having a subscription to "The Criterion Collection" is they usually don't chop off the ending credits.

BTW, I've always wondered, What is the "Best Boy".
That sounds like such a gay job --- ya know, Hollyweird, and all.

Best Boy: Everything You Need to Know - NFI

The best boy assists the gaffer or the key grip on a film set and specializes in electrical and lighting aspects or provide camera support.

www.nfi.edu

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

One of many things I love about having a subscription to "The Criterion Collection" is they usually don't chop off the ending credits.

BTW, I've always wondered, What is the "Best Boy".
That sounds like such a gay job --- ya know, Hollyweird, and all.

Best Boy: Everything You Need to Know - NFI

The best boy assists the gaffer or the key grip on a film set and specializes in electrical and lighting aspects or provide camera support.

www.nfi.edu

i hate on netflex its a bit of a fight to watch the credits
on real tv its near on imposible because they chop it off now days
i love at the movies when there is a tiny bit more story right at the end of the credits and all the people who have rushed out have missed it