A behind-the-scenes video that explores the creative process behind Spacecop, offering a candid look at making an indie movie on a shoestring budget. While not a full-fledged documentary, the video provides insight into the challenges and phases of film production-a stressful yet rewarding endeavor. It delves into RedLetterMedia's history, showcasing their early teenage attempt at creating a Spacecop film and how they revived the project years later.
Viewers are taken through the different stages of production, from crafting spaceship sets using everyday items from local stores to using toys and a greenscreen backdrop to create CG effects. The video captures the team working out of their small studio, highlighting their resourcefulness and creativity in tackling the constraints of a limited budget.
Throughout, the tone is casual and self-aware, with plenty of humorous moments that reflect the team's personality. It's arguably better than the movie itself, which this video even jokingly acknowledges was poorly received. It's a charming, down-to-earth exploration of indie filmmaking that celebrates both the effort and the camaraderie behind the scenes.
