Question by Eric E: What is a good video camera for short films? I am a short film maker in California, and I really need a better camera. I've been using a Sony DCR-SR62, but have been looking to upgrade for a while. I do not care about price, brand or size. I just need a better camera so that my short films come out looking their best. Thanks for any advice. Best answer: Answer by justbanmeagainRecommend JVC Everio GZ-HD40. AVCHD/MPEG-2 … [Read more...]
What is a good camcorder to be filming short action films with?
by vancouverfilmschool Question by Leda: What is a good camcorder to be filming short action films with? I'm starting to love to make short action films, but the camera right now I have has very bad quality and it's just... not good for any kind of short films at all. Please recommend a good quality HD camera for me? I can only go into the budget of up to 500-600 dollars. Also in my short films I tend to not use a tripod in shots for more … [Read more...]
Q&A: How can somebody with a film degree be good at advertising?
by See-ming Lee 李思明 SML Question by noetic: How can somebody with a film degree be good at advertising? I graduated college with a BA in Film Production. On Monday, I have a job interview with an advertising company and I REALLY want to get this job. I'm afraid when they ask how can I be an asset to the job, I might not give a convincing response. The company pretty much advertises other companies like Disney, The WB, and DARE... So how can I … [Read more...]
What is a good, “indie”-ish film or story I could remake for a filmmaking class?
by copycatko Question by Lo♥e²O: What is a good, "indie"-ish film or story I could remake for a filmmaking class? I'm searching for ideas but to no avail. Basically I'm looking for a story with memorable characters and interesting plot, but also simple (like Juno, but not that). Thanks so much in advance. Best answer: Answer by Amber Mive always thought it would be interesting to make a short film like the urban legend movies,explore different … [Read more...]
What is a good camera for a beginning filmmaker?
by miss karen Question by DP: What is a good camera for a beginning filmmaker? I'd like to film things I've written and have them acted out...what's a good camera for a beginning filmmaker? Best answer: Answer by gareth lcheck this page out it should give you a bit of info. http://www.filmmaking.net/faq/answers/faq20.asp Give your answer … [Read more...]
A Good Story Transcends Film Production Costs
by h-bomb A Good Story Transcends Film Production Costs If you have a good story to tell there is no reason why you should not make it into an independent film. With the right film production techniques, the right script, the right people working with you and a relatively small amount of money you can make a low budget movie that can compete with the best of them on the festival circuit at places like Cannes, Toronto, Telluride and … [Read more...]
I am looking to become an independent filmmaker and I need a good camera for less than $600…?
Question by coolkiddtm: I am looking to become an independent filmmaker and I need a good camera for less than 0...? So, I really want to make a movie, but I need a good camera first. Ideally, I would like something HD, that easily transfers video to the computer for editing. Also, I would like it to perhaps have manual focus and as many other manual settings as possible. Another feature that I've heard of is "24p Cinema Mode." It sounds like … [Read more...]
‘Alpha and Omega’ – a good time from beginning to end
‘Alpha and Omega’ – a good time from beginning to end Well it’s no Pixar or “How to Train Your Dragon,” but for Crest Animation Production’s debut film, this weekend’s “Alpha and Omega” was a lot of fun. Read more on Rexburg Standard Journal National Award is a godsend for AB Corp: Amitabh Bachchan Amitabh Bachchan says four National Film Awards for 'Paa', including the best actor honour for him, are a morale booster for his company AB Corp … [Read more...]
Good website for filmmakers and photographers?
Question by Eric G: Good website for filmmakers and photographers? I'm trying to make a personal website to display my photos and films for business. I can't afford to get the software to make one or pay someone to make one right now and I don't want a myspace. What is a good website where I can really customize the layout and provide full quality video and photography? Best answer: Answer by LurpJRvimeo.com What do you think? Answer below! … [Read more...]
Q&A: Where are some good resource to find available grants for independent filmmakers?
by redcap3000 Question by blivit9: Where are some good resource to find available grants for independent filmmakers? Best answer: Answer by imisidroYou can go to the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) http://www.cfda.gov and Grants.gov http://www.grants.gov - these are two FREE sites created by the federal government to provide transparency and information on grants. Browse through the listings and see if you can find any grant that … [Read more...]