From Novel to Screenplay: Me and Orson Welles
By David Kaminski No filmmaker stands alone, not even Orson Welles. David Kaminski looks at adapting the novel Me and
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The B Team: Working with a Second Unit
By David K. Irving Second unit crews shoot scenes the main unit can’t. David K. Irving explains what a second
First, Beg for Two Cameras: A Film Student’s Start in Stereo 3D
By Hali Gardella Proper stereographic cinematography on a budget isn’t easy. Hali Gardella explains where film students should start when
DP William Klayer Shoots Debut Feature Film and Moves to Directing
By Nash Choudhury DP William Klayer talks about what he learned on Law & Order, shooting his debut feature and
Inside The Office: Editors Dean Holland and Dave Rogers
By Scott Essman Emmy and Eddie award-winning editors Dean Holland and Dave Rogers explain how they cut the comedy series
You Can Do Your Scheduling Without Fancy Software
By Michael Corbett Every production needs a shooting schedule. Michael Corbett shows how to build one DIY-style, from script breakdown
On-Set Convergence for 3D Filming
By Ian Johnson Filming in 3D brings new obstacles. Ian Johnson explains on-set convergence and why correct camera alignment saves
Heart-Warming Asian Pop Cinema for the Global Citizen
By Sky Crompton On the last day of shooting Citizen Jia Li, Sky Crompton reflects on making heart-warming Asian pop
7 Sources of Money for Your Short Films and Videos
By Peter W. Rea and David K. Irving There is no secret formula for raising money. Peter W. Rea and
Working the Festival Circuit Like a Pro
By Phil Hall The festival circuit can drain your emotions and budget if you don’t plan. Phil Hall shares a
The Process Used to Make the Actors into 3D Characters
By Evan Bollig, Ian Johnson, and Dr. Gordon Erlebacher A student 3D project combined stereoscopic live action with virtual reality.
Constructive Advice for Crowdfunding Your Next Movie
By Stacey Parks Stacey Parks shares constructive crowdfunding advice based on what works and what doesn’t in film campaigns, with