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Flexibility in a Commercial Shoot
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Filming the Musical “An Old Family Recipe” as a Feature
Written by William Donaruma What do you do when you write an original musical production, cast it, rehearse it, but can’t perform it?You make a movie out…
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Directing
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Finding the Right Actors: My Experiences in the Casting Department
Written by Marco Schleicher, MA Working for UK Casting Directors In London, I worked for two leading UK casting directors for about a year. I started in…
Screenwriting
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Screenwriting Tips for Students and FAQ for Aspiring Filmmakers
The world of filmmaking is an exciting and dynamic realm, offering limitless opportunities for aspiring student filmmakers to unleash their creativity and share compelling stories. Crafting a great…
Editing & Post
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10 Editing Tips: Novice Editorial Mistakes to Avoid
As editors, we tend to get into habits. We do the same thing we have done many times before which is often good but, sometimes, the habits are…
Cameras & Gear
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A Conversation with John Simmons, ASC
Shed Some Light Exclusive Interview with John Simmons, ASC You were nominated for Outstanding Cinematography for a Multi-Camera Series (2020) for the…
NightLights: A Feature Shot on RED MX, Panasonic AF100 and DSLRs
Behind the Scenes of MFA Thesis, “Rear View
Multiple Camera Interviews: Basic Rules You Don’t Want to Break
Sound
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Interview with Roy Harter
Emmy-winning New York composer, sound designer and audio mixer Roy Harter shares his experience working on music and sound for television and…
Talking to Your Composer: 3 Important Tips
Getting Mobile: Keeping Your Video Gear Simple, Light, and Dependable
The Power of Ambience: Don’t Overlook This Key Ingredient in Sound
Lighting
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A Synchronized Light Show: Creative Music Video Lighting
Music videos offer a great opportunity for cinematographers to try new and interesting things they would never get to do in the…
Lighting in Small Spaces
Adding ‘Kick’ to Three-Point Lighting: Two More Lights
Lighting for Depth
Documentary
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Getting Personal: Finding Guides for Documentary Interviews Abroad
Short trips leave little time to earn a subject’s trust. Documentary maker Robin Canfield explains how the right local guide gets you…
Tips for a More Successful On-Camera Interview
10 Easy Tips for Students: Filming Short Films on Your iPhones
The Exiled King of Tibet
Film Business
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How to Begin Preparing for Submitting Your Films to Film Festivals
Pictured above: Behind-the-scenes of the independent feature film, "Call of the Hunter." The movie has a folklore/legend-based story. It follows the traditions…
Become an Influencer and Improve Your Branding as a Filmmaker
Crowdfunding For Filmmakers Success
7 Mistakes to Avoid as a TV Staff Writer
Acting
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Casting: Color blind. Gender blind. Age blind.
Casting By Tamar Kummel Think about some recent movies or TV shows starring Meryl Streep, Melissa McCarthy, Sandra Oh, Denzel Washington, Morgan…
Create the On-Set Environment That Your Actors Need
Six Important Tips for Auditioning and Booking A Commercial
Screen Combat with Fight Choreographer Kevin Inouye
Film Schools
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When Creators Collaborate Virtually
From film festivals to school video clubs, everything has become a virtual experience today as the entire world is facing the threat…
Y-CAM at DCIFF: A New Home for the Next Generation of Filmmakers
Blender VFX Masking Tutorial: Fire Power
20 Best Filmmaking Magazines
Festivals & Contests
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Logan Calder and Austin Segal on Their Short “Two of These Things
Logan Calder (Writer and Director) and Austin Segal (Cinematographer) received the 1st Place Award in the Highschool / Junior High Category for…
Why Student Filmmakers Should Take Advantage of the StreamGeeks Summit
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Q&A with Janice Chun on Short Animation, “Crushed In Space
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