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FILMMAKING STUFF Tactics.

If you're seeking advice on how to fund, produce and sell your movie, these filmmaking articles will help you. You'll find that each article provides creative ideas and tips, with links to further information about filmmaking.

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digital film cameras

How Affordable Digital Film Cameras Make Your Vision Possible (On a Micro-Budget)

Christopher Nolan’s first film, the 1998 picture Following, was shot on black and white 16mm film. To conserve money on expensive …

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indie_film

When Trailers Lie: A Friendly Reminder to (True) Indie Filmmakers

For years I’ve seen a disturbing trend in the true indie film community that hasn’t much abated—true of course meaning that …

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market your movie

Here Are 10 Ways NOT To Market Your Movie

If you are looking to market your movie, I would like to provide you with a list of what not to do. The reason for this list is simple – Most filmmakers are screwing up. Find out how.

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beeple

The Tools Beeple Utilizes To Create Awesome Videos

My fascination with video began in college, where my personal style led me to abstract, weird, 3D-animated projects that were more …

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theatrical release

How To Plan Your Theatrical Release

If you're planning a theatrical release for your film, you are not alone. Many filmmakers dream of having their movies on …

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Produce An Independent Movie

3 Surprising Reasons Why You Need To Produce An Independent Movie

So you want to produce an independent movie? Great. I think this is the best time in history to finally make your indie movie.

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magic of filmmaking

How To Keep The Magic of Filmmaking Alive

There is just something totally magical about the creative process. When you're making a movie, it isn't about the outcome. I mean, yes, you want to do great work. And you want people to enjoy your show. But in the process, like the night before the first day of production – when you stare at your ceiling until 4AM, too excited to sleep. Wondering if you have enough equipment. Wondering if you're crazy for choosing such a creative path in life. Dreaming of first film festival success, then a career in Hollywood when people ask you to work, instead of you asking for work… I mean, all of these thoughts flow through your mind.

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Film Investors

The Secret of Pitching to Film Investors (Shhhh. Don't tell.)

“How do you plan to sell this movie and return my investment?” That's the question prospective film investors are going to ask you.

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