Stars turn homes into film sets

TV actors resort to smartphones, remote direction to produce new original content

Stuck With You cast members Alyssa Lie and Luke Pereira. The reality series was filmed using gadgets such as smartphones. PHOTO: REFINERY MEDIA AND EYE CREATIVE GROUP
Actors Elvin Ng (left) and Shane Pow (right) filmed in their own homes for short drama 14 Days. PHOTO: MEDIACORP
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Forget professional equipment and big-budget sets.

In a time of coronavirus, the television production industry is turning to everyday gadgets such as smartphones, tablets and laptops to film original content.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on July 01, 2020, with the headline Stars turn homes into film sets. Subscribe