Lights, Camera, Knowledge! Ever dreamt of transforming your wildest ideas into a captivating short film? Welcome, aspiring auteurs, to the thrilling world of film production! Taking that first step can feel like diving headfirst into a cinematic abyss. Been there, done that (with shaky camerawork to boot) during my own 48-hour film festival frenzy. Let’s … Read more
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Reasons To Buy A Smartwatch For Those On The Go – A smartwatch is a computerized wristwatch with functionality that goes beyond timekeeping. While early divisions can perform basic tasks, such as calculations, translations, and game-playing, 2018s smartwatches are effectively wearable computers. Many run mobile apps, using a mobile operating modus operandi. Some smartwatches function as…
Introduction: The Success Story Imagine yourself as an amateur filmmaker with a great idea and a shoestring budget. You’re passionate about storytelling and visual expression, but you’ve always felt limited by the tools at your disposal. Your smartphone captures moments adequately, but when it comes to bringing your cinematic visions to life, you find yourself … Read more
Are you passionate about filmmaking and ready to embark on the exciting journey of starting your own micro-budget film production company? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the key steps and essential aspects of establishing a successful micro-budget film production company, offering valuable insights and practical advice tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities … Read more
A Beginner’s Guide to Creating a Low-Budget Short Film I’m Trent Peek, and my journey in the world of filmmaking spans over 15 years. Throughout my extensive career, I’ve worn numerous hats in the industry. I’ve been in the spotlight (IMDB), acting in 15 short films, orchestrating the action as the first assistant director in … Read more
Welcome to the world of nomad filmmaking, where the journey is as important as the destination, and every moment is an opportunity to capture cinematic magic. I’m Trent Peek, a fellow filmmaker on the move, and I’m thrilled to share with you the ultimate guide to creating captivating travel content with the Nomad Filmmaker Kit. … Read more
Major Challenges Facing Independent Filmmakers As an independent filmmaker, you’re no stranger to the challenges that come with creating and distributing your work. From securing funding and finding distribution to marketing your films and navigating the competitive landscape of the film industry, there are many factors that can impact your ability to succeed as an … Read more
Location Scouting For Film – Guidelines For Choosing And Preparing Your Film Location To make the scenes easier to film later, I am guilty of intentionally limiting myself when drafting film scripts. As tempting as it is to go all out, why not make it easy on yourself? Shooting on location (especially exteriors) can be … Read more
Film Terminology List and Film Set Jargon A person who is new to the industry could become overwhelmed by the volume of film set jargon that is used on an average workday. I’ve listed some basic film terminology below just in case, even though you’ll quickly become familiar with all of these phrases used in … Read more