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0:00 - Intro
1:35 - Stop using these mics in your docs
3:14 - Boxing gym tube light sequence
5:19 - Constant movement and action
7:09 - Stability for stability’s sake
9:37 - Too many drone shots
11:36 - Dramatic 2nd camera angle
14:20 - Final thoughts

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