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For young creatives, college is a great way to learn your craft while making the connections necessary to survive in such cut-throat industries. If you’re getting ready to head off to film school, take a look at these tips for first-year film students. Just Start Shooting Students who go to college normally need to take a…
As movie theaters start to reopen, many film fanatics are storming the big screens to watch highly anticipated flicks. Though the nostalgia of the theater is certainly one to revel in from time to time, there’s nothing quite like watching a movie on the “big screen” right from your very own home. Creating an entertainment…
Before you cement yourself in history as a cinematic pioneer, learn the different techniques in your toolbox and brainstorm creative ways to use them.
Technology and the film industry go hand-in-hand. After all, cameras and editing systems are forms of technology themselves. As the years go on, technology continues to revolutionize the film industry. There have been some massive innovations over the years, and things haven’t been slowing down. In fact, new state-of-the-art technology continues to emerge. Learn about…
The glitz and glamour of Hollywood pulled you into its orbit. You’re ready to follow in the footsteps of legendary directors like Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg and create your film that takes inspiration from your favorite movies. However, whether you’re on a shoestring budget or shooting your first full-scale indie flick, there’s some behind-the-scenes…
If you want to work in the film industry, especially as a director of photography (DP), you should know about famous cinematographers. The shooting of a movie is only one aspect of production, but it’s still profoundly important. This guide to the top film cinematographers you should know will discuss the DPs who have influenced…
Whether working in film, television, or digital media, visual storytelling requires a vision. The camera must capture the actors and the scenery, but also the right lighting, angles, and effects that tell the story just as much as the people on screen. For creative spirits who want to play a large part behind the scenes,…
With all sports and live events canceled until further notice, what is Gen-Z watching to help pass the time during quarantine?
We go to the movies to enjoy the sights, sounds, and stories that each film offers. Taste and smell fall into the background, however, unless you include the limited culinary options of the snack stand. But popcorn and chocolate-covered raisins only go so far. Unless that movie came with dinner beforehand, no matter how much…
Filmmaking requires a collection of expensive, professional equipment, right? Wrong—that’s not always the case! You may be surprised to learn that an everyday piece of technology like the iPad can be used for many functions of filmmaking. Here are some of the top uses of the iPad in filmmaking. Write a Script One of the…