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! đ Creating a budget is one of the most crucial pre-production steps. Have you ever seen a movie and thought âWow, I can really tell they made this on a low budget?â Film budgeting is a big part of the filmmaking process. Itâs just […]
Welcome movie-lovers and filmmakers to this edition of The Indie Filmmakerâs Guide! Today Iâll 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. Letâs start at the […]
Thereâs 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 theyâre less glamorous and publicized than big blockbusters are, they can be just as successful. Take Quentin Tarantinoâs 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 […]
Youâre an amateur filmmaker, youâve just finished your first or second film, and now youâre ready to show off your hard work. But soon you realize that Hollywood doesnât dish out movie deals to any average Joe, so what do you do? The answer: submit to film festivals. Many of […]
Lighting represents one of the most important aspects of filmmaking. Whether you’re shooting short films, documentaries, or even interviews, lighting can makes or break any picture. And if you have a specific lighting style in mind for your project, you can even work it into your pitch. Producing with a […]