Drone Filming for Arte and ServusTV: Documentary Series “Im Bann der Jahreszeiten”
For the 20-part documentary series “Im Bann der Jahreszeiten” (In the Spell of the Seasons) by Gebrüder Beetz Filmproduktion – broadcast on Arte and ServusTV among others – VR-Copter delivered aerials from Baden-Württemberg.
Project details
- Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany
- Project: “Im Bann der Jahreszeiten” – 20-part documentary series
- Client / production: Gebrüder Beetz Filmproduktion – broadcasters incl. Arte, ServusTV, MDR, SWR, NDR
- Services: Aerial filming in 4K
- Shoot date: 2015
Brief and execution
The series shows how the seasons shape landscape and life – and portrays people whose everyday lives are closely tied to nature’s cycle. From the air you can see how meadows, fields and forests change over the year.
Nature documentaries need calm and patience: slow camera moves, light at the right time of day and respect for wildlife and protected areas.
Equipment and permits
DJI S1000 with Panasonic GH4 in 4K – the setup of the time for camera drones with interchangeable lenses.
Pilot and camera: Jochen Riehm.
FAQ
Are drones suitable for nature documentaries?
Yes – aerials show landscapes, seasons and connections you cannot see from the ground. Calm flights and respect for wildlife and protected areas are essential.
Does VR-Copter also fly for documentary series?
Yes – for example for “Im Bann der Jahreszeiten” and the documentary “Crankos Traum” (SWR). On series we make sure look and moves match across all episodes.
What does a drone shoot for a documentary cost?
A shoot day with a drone crew starts at €1,300 net, with Inspire 3 and cinema setup from €2,900 net, and as a combined drone, FPV and car-to-car package from €3,900 net – each including pilot, equipment, insurance and permit coordination.
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