The film industry is ever-growing and has never been hotter than it is today. In fact, in 2020, the industry is expected to gross 50 billion dollars in the United States alone. That’s quite the increase from 2016’s 38 million dollars, to say the least! Because of its popularity, more people are […]
Besides our blog, there are tons of great books and websites every screenwriter should become familiar with ASAP. You’ll find some of the most essential ones listed below. These range from the most established of classic screenwriting literature to modern websites updated regularly with new content. It’s all right here. Check […]
Finding the right crew for your film is like finding the right employees for a business or the right crew to fly a plane. Without them, success is not possible. To find the best crew for your production you have to be smart, outgoing, and willing to negotiate. So here […]
Note: this post isn’t sponsored. Yet! 😉 Creating a budget is one of the most crucial pre-production steps. Have you ever seen a movie and thought “Wow, I can really tell they made this on a low budget?” Film budgeting is a big part of the filmmaking process. It’s just […]
You should always try to pay people’s day rates, but in indie film, sometimes you need to negotiate for the sake of the project and your vision. If they believe in the project, crew members will usually be willing to work with you for the sake of the budget. Always […]
Welcome movie-lovers and filmmakers to this edition of The Indie Filmmaker’s Guide! Today I’ll be discussing a part of pre-production that has the ability to slash unnecessary film expenses and allow you to stay one step ahead of pesky production problems. Can you guess? Location scouting. Let’s start at the […]
There’s no one successful way to fund a short film. You can apply to grants, submit to a script competition, a screenwriting competition, run crowdfunding campaigns, and more. However, one method may be better than another depending on the details of your project and the filmmakers involved. 1. Short Film […]
One of the most important pre-production steps is figuring out your budget. How much money do you need to produce your film? Without an accurate budget in place, you’ll have no idea how much funding you’ll need for your project, and you’ll have nothing to restrain you from overspending. Before […]
There’s no denying the impact that low-budget and short films have on cinema today. Low-budget and short filmmaking have been shaping movie trends and starting careers for generations. Though they’re less glamorous and publicized than big blockbusters are, they can be just as successful. Take Quentin Tarantino’s Reservoir Dogs, for […]
When learning how to become a filmmaker, it is important to understand how and why film festivals are relevant. Festivals exist to showcase and praise films but also to generate and create publicity and popularity towards films. Festivals can also present gifts to filmmakers who win awards or have films […]
Yes, there are ways to make your film look professional if you’re not a professional (yet)! Especially when your specialty is guerilla filmmaking, you’re probably always on the lookout for the best tips and tricks to make your movie look more professional and to shoot your name into the spotlight. […]
You’re an amateur filmmaker, you’ve just finished your first or second film, and now you’re ready to show off your hard work. But soon you realize that Hollywood doesn’t dish out movie deals to any average Joe, so what do you do? The answer: submit to film festivals. Many of […]