The sky had brightened by the time Isabelle and Rina returned to the set.

The clouds had begun to thin, revealing patches of pale blue above the painted castle courtyard that served as the backdrop for the day’s shoot. Crew members hurried to their stations, the faint whir of cameras and the crisp clack of boots on stone setting the rhythm.

Isabelle adjusted her costume which was a long gown of muted silver as Rina handed her the cloak for later scenes.

From where they stood, the first ...