The video features filmmaker Peter McKinnon, who reacts to epic cinematic robot shots. He visits Steve, a master of cinema robots, at his studio in New York. Steve showcases his team's work on various commercial shoots, including a burger drop and a coke bottle shot. Peter is amazed by the precision and technology used in these shoots, including the use of robots, phantom cameras, and a liquid cooling system. Steve explains how he got into robots and visual storytelling, and they discuss the work that goes into creating these shots. The video also includes a Q&A session where Steve answers questions about his work, favorite projects, and more.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The speaker, Peter, is reacting to cinematic robot awesomeness in a video.
2. Steve, a guest, has reached out to Peter after a previous video and invited him to his studio.
3. Steve has a studio with cinema robots and a team that helps him create commercial shots.
4. Steve has three robots: Bob the Bolt, Johnny Five, and Robby.
5. Bob the Bolt is a fast and accurate robot that can be programmed to move on its own.
6. Johnny Five is a robot that can be controlled by hand and then repeat the same movement.
7. Robby is a robot that is used for light movements and drinks.
8. Steve uses a Phantom VO 4K camera and a Red Epic Dragon camera for his shots.
9. The Phantom VO 4K camera can shoot at 1000 frames per second in 4K.
10. Steve has been shooting commercially for 12 years, including still photography and video.
11. Steve uses software to program his robots and control their movements.
12. Steve's team uses a liquid cooling system to keep their lights cool.
13. Steve's favorite project is the "burger drop" shot.
14. Steve is a dog person and his dog, Humphrey, often comes to work with him.
15. Steve is planning to start a YouTube channel.
16. Steve's electrical bill is high due to the amount of electricity used in his studio.
17. Steve had to have a custom-made base for one of his robots to fit in the elevator.
18. Steve's favorite camera is the Phantom VO 4K.
19. Steve has worked with big brands commercially for 12 years.
20. Steve has a simple carry and only carries a few items with him.