It’s the golden age of the documentary—at least, according to some media outlets. And there is no denying that the genre is growing and becoming more and more accessible to viewers. Simply put, it’s a great time to be a documentary filmmaker. If you want to start getting serious about […]
When making a short film, you should follow this general rule: make your film as brief as possible without taking away from it. In the short film world, nothing is better than a work that keeps you engaged and can move you in mere minutes. Keep in Mind Time Restrictions […]
It’s difficult being an independent filmmaker. As with many things in life, the main obstacle that stands between you and bringing your projects to fruition is money. Fortunately, the internet has made it possible for you to find tons of film grant opportunities of all different types. How Film Grants […]
A film is a machine with many moving parts. In order to function efficiently, or really to function at all, you must run a tight ship. The most important way to do this is to create a production schedule. Creating a production schedule is no trivial task. It requires effort […]
Short films and feature films are often given totally different treatment. This is most obvious when you look at the world of film festivals: the categories are almost always separated in film festivals, and that there is a massive amount of festivals specifically geared toward short films. After all, The […]
Harrison Kwong is a filmmaker funded by The Film Fund. We asked him some questions about filmmaking, his inspirations, and the world of independently-funded filmmaking. Can you tell us a bit about your film, and how you first got involved with it? The film is an exploration into Asian American […]
Lindy Stokes is a filmmaker funded by The Film Fund. We asked her some questions about filmmaking, her inspirations, and the world of independently-funded filmmaking. Can you tell us a bit about your film, and how you first got involved with it? “Where Monsters Lurk” is a short psychological horror […]
Getting funding for your film can be a very frustrating process. Relying on traditional funding platforms like screenwriting contests, grant applications, and crowdfunding campaigns on websites like Kickstarter can be a time-consuming ordeal. That’s where The Film Fund comes in. When you’re trying to get funding from The Film Fund, […]
Izabella Amar is a filmmaker funded by The Film Fund. We asked her some questions about filmmaking, her inspirations, and the world of independently-funded filmmaking. Interested in receiving funding for your work? Submit to our funding opportunities for the chance to win funding up to $10,000 for your short film as well […]
You finished your script, your logline, and maybe even a script treatment. Does that mean you are ready to start pulling together a crew and start working toward production? Maybe not quite yet. When making your film, it’s important that you strive for a particular consistent look and feel. One […]
COVID-19 has changed the game for independent filmmakers everywhere. As we approach herd immunity, there seems to be some light at the end of the tunnel when it comes to the world of film festivals returning to normality. However, in the meantime, you should not miss out on the opportunity […]
You might have a great idea for a short film. However, turning that idea into a script can be a difficult process, especially for those with little to no experience with script writing. If you’d like to know how to write a script, these tips can be of much help […]