Case Study
Love , Wasps, and Horror Defined by Peter Hacker in SCRATCH
In a recent interview, freelance colorist Peter Hacker (http://www.fatrat.de) discussed the challenges and workflow of the creature feature “Stung” (2015), a horror love story with wasps, which had its German premiere at the FantasyFilmFest in Berlin on August 14, 2015. Rat Pack Films’ & XYZ Films’ production of “Stung” is a tribute to the golden age of VHS, boasting the bold colors and campy look of the 1980’s horror film genre, while tailored to the taste of today’s audiences. It’s proof positive that monster movies still exist in the world of low-budget horror. The ARRI Alexa 2k with Hawk Anamorphic Lenses were used to shoot the film. The visual impact of anamorphic lenses produces breathtaking intensity, which was ideal for the strong color definition of the 1980’s look and f