#25 Filming for Deadpool and Guide to Drone Cinematography with Patrick Weir | Bad Decisions Podcast

Patrick Weir is a UAV Aerial Director and a seasoned feature film and television cinema drone pilot, well-known for his work in top-rated movies such as Deadpool 2, Sonic, and Ghostbusters Afterlife.

The conversation begins with Patrick's journey into becoming a drone pilot, including his early ventures that led to him selling his company. He also offers valuable advice on choosing the right drone for specific requirements, planning drone shots, and shares his experiences from various movie sets.

Episode 25 Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:09:39 Becoming a Drone Pilot

00:25:22 Sold my company

00:32:03 Biggest explosion I saw

00:33:44 Choosing the right Drone

00:42:47 Deadpool 2: Craziest shot

00:47:15 Planning a Drone shot

00:51:10 Modifying Drones

00:58:16 Best Drone for learning

01:01:45 Skills required as Drone Pilot

01:03:18 Regulation and Certificates

01:07:29 Future of the industry

01:09:52 [Ur Questions] Scouting for films

01:10:33 [Ur Questions] Inspire 3 ending heavy lift era?

01:12:17 [Ur Questions] Flying in tight spaces

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