How To Get Sh$$ Done Without Hollywood Agents
In this filmmaking article, actor, writer and producer Gregor Collins talks about getting his movie made without Hollywood Agents.
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Six Steps to a Reel Crowdfunding Success
In this filmmaking guest article, crowdfunding expert John T. Trigonis shares his six steps to a reel crowdfunding success.
Do Actors Really Kiss? Well, I Kissed An Actor And I Liked It
Getting actors to kiss is sometimes awkward for directors to ask. And if you find yourself in this position, you might be wondering: Do actors really kiss?
Make Corporate Videos (So You Can Actually Pay Your Bills)
Sometimes paying the bills can be tough for a filmmaker. Have you ever thought about finding ways to make corporate videos? This article tells you why.
Who Else Wants a Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera?
Looking for your next camera? Perhaps the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera is worth researching. Read what filmmaking team, The Diamond Brothers has to say.
What To Do When Filmmaking Falls Apart
In this filmmaking article, film director Matt Mahoney shares tips on what to do when filmmaking falls apart.
You Are the 30% – How to Set Your Crowdfunding Goal
One of the more difficult things in crowdfunding seems to be choosing the right crowdufing goal amount for your project. For me, it’s …
Overview of Sony RX10
Have you heard about the 5K Sony Cybershot with video? According to Imaging Resource, the new RX10 can read all 5K data from …
Overview of Blackmagic Production Camera 4K
When you think about it, the most magical word for beginning and low-budget filmmakers is: 4K. Mention of it brings to mind the …
Film Education In Your Pocket
If I were to teach a formal course in filmmaking, I would call it “Never Has So Much Been Done With So Little, …
Advantages Of Using Stock Footage
In the following article, guest filmmaker Jerry Kokich explains the advantages of using stock footage. There was a post on a Facebook filmmaking …
iPad Filmmaking On A Budget
Many filmmakers waste years saving up to have the “right” equipment before attempting to make a movie. However, filmmaker Jerry Kokich says you …
Selling the Movie You Haven’t Made
For years I’ve said that the best part about going to the movies is the very beginning. No, not the opening credits, I’m …
Filmmaking the Hard Way
If you’ve been visiting filmmaking stuff for any length of time, you know that I am relatively bullish on the ways new methods …
5-XSW: My Best Moments at SXSW 2013
This year marks my first time attending the world-renowned South By Southwest Festival, which features film, interactive and music events. Did I have …
How To Overcome Doubt And Make Your Movie
As a filmmaker, sometimes the biggest obstacle to overcome is your own negative self-talk. In today’s guest filmmaking article, independent filmmaker Dimitri Morantus …
Maintaining Image Quality With Your Documentary
Capturing moments in life, and all that plays into making the moment true to its existence, can be nearly impossible when shooting with …
Here’s What Film School Doesn’t Teach You
In this filmmaking article, filmmaker John Case explains What Film School Doesn’t Teach You and shares tips on how to make your first feature film.
What Is Your Film’s Competition? Everything.
As a filmmaker, unless you’ve got a pocket full of superfluous cash and you’re setting out to make a one-off passion picture that …
Five Steps to Make a Living in Filmmaking
If you want to make a living in filmmaking, you’re in the right place. The one thing I absolutely love about being a …
Screenwriting Tips For Low Budget Filmmaking
In this guest filmmaking article, you will receive screenwriting tips that will help you produce your low budget movies.
Crowdfunding Total Frat Movie
Anyone that’s ever worked on a film knows that money is always tight and can only be stretched so far. That’s one of …
How To Hire Actors And Attach Talent To Your Film
Attaching the right talent to your movie can be the difference between long term success or failure. And for a filmmaker gaining experience, this process can be daunting. Back when I started out, I had no idea how to find a casting director or what to say to them. But it is important to remember that many industry professionals will take on smaller jobs in-between bigger projects…
Filmmaking Camera For Your Movie
As a filmmaker, here is the one question that is most often asked – What filmmaking camera should I buy? This depends on …
Don’t Lose Your Movie : How to Avoid Data Loss
Everyone’s worst nightmare is getting that call from your editor: “Something is wrong with the hard drive and I cannot view the footage.” …
How To Make A Web Series
All you need to make a web series is probably in your pocket. And today’s guest filmmaker blogger would know. His name is …
Film Finance In Europe
Travel to Europe and you will find many independent filmmakers are feeling the pinch brought on by the lack of public funds, subsidies …
Top Filmmaking Apps
As a filmmaker, one of my favorite devices in the entire world is my iPad. Last summer it rarely left my body. I …
Filmmaking Tips For Beginners
Growing up in Nigeria, I remember watching movies and wondering how could I be one of the actors in the film or how …
How To Create A Viral Web Series
You no longer need Hollywood to get your work distributed and seen. Thanks to the internet you have a readily accessible option for creating a web series and reaching a global audience. All you need is a camera, some creativity and internet access. Read this filmmaking article…