Filmmaking (or, in an academic context, film production) is the process of making a film, generally in the sense of films intended for extensive theatrical exhibition. Filmmaking involves a number of complex and discrete stages including an initial story, idea, or commission, through screenwriting, casting, shooting, sound recording and pre-production, editing, and screening the finished product before an audience that may result in a film release and an exhibition. Filmmaking takes place in many places around the world in a range of economic, social, and political contexts, and using a variety of technologies and cinematic techniques.
How To Make A Smartphone Movie For TV & Cinema Years ago, when I told my filmmaking buddies that I was going to shoot a short film on my smartphone, they laughed at me and thought I was crazy. Cinematographers and directors thought it was impossible to use a Smartphone to create content for television … Read more
Best Low-Light Cameras – Investing in a new camera can be a long process full of research that can be overwhelming. Which style of a camera are you looking at, a mirrorless or DSLR camera? What is your budget for a new camera? How will you be using your new camera? Even though the questions … Read more
Production Gear Tools For Filmmakers As a filmmaker, having the right production gear is essential for bringing your creative visions to life on set. From cameras and lenses to lighting and audio equipment, the right tools can make all the difference in the quality and success of your project. But with so many options available, … Read more
In the wacky world of documentary filmmaking, where reality reigns supreme, there’s nothing more vital than capturing authenticity. That’s where documentary cinema cameras swoop in like caped heroes, armed with features that make them the darlings of the genre. Imagine this: you’re knee-deep in a thrilling real-life event, chasing the perfect shot like a gazelle … Read more
Light Reflector – When shooting a low-budget film, you’ll almost certainly be working with a small team and basic equipment. Lighting is the one aspect of filmmaking that, in my experience, gets overlooked in ultra-low-budget productions. Why? Because the costs of employing professional lighting equipment are prohibitively expensive for some low-budget productions. The number of … Read more
Making Short Films – Are you thinking of starting your career as a filmmaker? While there are several paths a beginner filmmaker can pursue to become a more experienced filmmaker, shooting a short film is one of the most effective methods to get started. When compared to shooting a full-length feature film, why is making a short … Read more
Have you ever worked on a tiny independent film where a mistake was made during a shoot and someone said, “Don’t worry, we can fix it in post”? Today’s filmmakers have access to advanced post-production technologies like Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, which may transform your project. Based on my experience with Adobe creative cloud, this software tool … Read more
A Guide To The Important Stages Of Film Pre-Production Welcome to the wacky world of film pre-production, where ideas come to life and dreams become reality (if you’re lucky). If you’re anything like us, you’re probably wondering what the heck pre-production even means. Well, fear not, dear reader, because we’re about to take you on … Read more
5 Best Mirrorless Cameras For Beginners If you want to shoot a film on your own as a beginner, you need to purchase a camera right away and start developing your filmmaking kit. What kind of camera should you get, though? As your talents and knowledge improve, you’ll need a camera that you can use … Read more
10 Important Tips For Directing Actors On A Film Set Film A director can direct a film in a variety of ways. Some filmmakers are extremely meticulous during pre-production, poring over the script line by line and looking for ways to bring it to life before the camera rolls. Other directors may be more concerned … Read more