
Behind the scenes
Putting together a time-warped set on a tight budget can be a huge task, but I've broken down the process in this article.




Virtual Production -- Production Design -- Graphic Design -- Virtual Production -- Production Design -- Graphic Design
Welcome to Sal's Diner
Sal's diner was a film set built on a tight budget at Dreamscreen Australia's film studio. Set in the 1950's, this no-frills American diner is a converted train carriage with an ironic aviation theme. As the production designer, it was my job to bring the look and feel to life and dress the set to tell the story.
What is it that the mechanics at this airbase know about the pilot who just waltzed in for his usual strawberry milkshake?
Virtual Production Designer: Stephanie Bonnes, supported by VicScreen
DOP: David Chan
Technical Director: Ahren Morris
Production Manager: Bridget McNamara
Environment Artist: Jesse Jacobson
Office Manager: Alison Coogan
Art Dept Assistant: Ernie Bonnes
Graphic Designer: Stephanie Bonnes
Cast (in order of appearance)
Waitress: Bridget McNamara
Pilot: Ahren Morris
Patron #1: Alison Coogan
Patron #2: Lucy Jacobson
Eavesdropping patron: Laura Sweetman




