Halo Nightfall: Teaser Trailer

343 Industries .  Halo Nightfall . July 2014

San Diego Comic Con Trailer 2014

The environment is conflicT  

The narrative of "Halo: Nightfall" encompasses a plethora of conflicts encompassing internal struggles, intricate group dynamics, as well as socio-political and gender disparities. Our task was to identify a compelling struggle that would evoke deep emotions within the audience, while maintaining an element of surprise in the forthcoming months. Ultimately, we decided to center our focus on the conflict's geographical setting and the enigmatic nature surrounding an ancient ring, which should rightfully remain forbidden to all inhabitants of the galaxy.


Filming for "Nightfall" concluded on July 9th, 2014. Subsequently, the product was unveiled on July 23rd, 2014, exclusively during San Diego Comic Con.

Director: Dan Chosich
Editor: Dan Chosich
Camera: Dan Chosich
Music + Sound: Paul Lipson
Motion Tracking: Dan Chosich
Nightfall Logo Motion Graphics: Eric Dies
Final Compositing: Dan Chosich
Executive Producer: Kiki Wolkfill
Production Company: Scott Free
Nightfall Director: Sergio Memmica-Gezzan


Behind the Scenes . The Full Tracking Shot

In the initial stages, it was contemplated that this teaser would comprise a single, uninterrupted, and continuous shot, culminating in the dramatic reveal of the Halo ring. However, upon meticulous editing, it became evident that fragmenting the sequence injected a higher level of dynamism and intrigue into the teaser. While the teaser provides more narrative depth than a conventional one, it deliberately withholds certain elements to ensure subsequent glimpses into the film's content remain fresh and captivating.


One notable aspect of this shot lies in its utilization of practical items, imparting a sense of realism and authenticity. Even the presence of smoke was enhanced through the addition of composite smoke to heighten its impact. Furthermore, each individual element was meticulously tracked and subjected to color correction, accentuating the metallic highlights in the weapons and costumes. Additionally, careful integration of composited lights onto the guns and helmets further embellished the overall visual composition.