Rainbow Cafe
Inspiration:



Shooting techniques:
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Tomatoes: A panning shot from left to right captures the tomatoes being washed in slow motion, highlighting water droplets falling and enhancing their freshness.
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Beer Pouring: A close-up of beer being slowly poured into a glass, creating a sense of joy and satisfaction.
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Baking Cupcakes: A time-lapse shot shows cupcakes rising and changing color as they bake, evoking a warm and soothing feeling.
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Coffee Grinding: A slow-motion shot captures coffee grounds being pressed and scattering, adding a dynamic and visually striking effect.
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Coffee Roasting: A close-up of coffee beans being stirred during roasting, using warm lighting to create a rich and comforting atmosphere.
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Coffee Dripping: A slow-motion shot of coffee dripping, capturing the moment when two droplets merge, adding rhythm to the scene.
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Latte Art: A close-up of milk foam forming patterns in the coffee, making the visuals more engaging and satisfying.
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Final Coffee Shot: A rotating 360-degree shot of a finished coffee cup placed on a bed of coffee beans, enhancing the overall aesthetic.
Lighting & Color Design
Natural light and the café’s own lighting were used to add depth and highlight details during coffee and beer preparation. For example, spotlights and vertical lighting focused on the coffee roasting scene, making the beans appear rich and aromatic under warm light.
The color palette, inspired by vintage tones—red, yellow, blue, brown, and green—enhanced the café’s ambiance, creating warmth and comfort. High saturation was used on certain elements to make the food look more appetizing.
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Music Selection
The jazz piece “You Can’t Go Home Again” by Chet Baker fits the café’s vibe, with its slow rhythm evoking solitude and relaxation, like enjoying coffee and dessert alone. The nostalgic tune whispers "Let’s get lost."
The music was synchronized with the film’s pacing, using slow, rhythmic sections for scenes like washing tomatoes, making coffee, and pouring beer, adding a relaxed feel.
During the slow-motion coffee-grinding scene, the music swelled at its climax, adding a dynamic, storytelling element.