1. Who uses 24p?Anyone who wishes to capture a sequence of images with a "cinematic" look or feel can use 24p to accomplish that effect. Independent film producers, film school students, and others may utilize 24p digital technology. The AF-DVX100 also has the option of being applied as a B Roll camera, which complements the HD video camera or 35 mm camera. This is also a smart way to shoot multiple camera coverage in 24p.2. If I don't plan on … [Read more...]
Documentary Film Schools
Documentary filmmaking is a different branch of the filmmaking industry. In order to make a documentary film, an individual is required to understand every single aspect of the subject. These include the historical, social and cultural backgrounds, production requirements and technical necessities. Obviously, it is a very difficult option to choose and needs proper research and guidance to reflect the expertise and perfection in the film.The … [Read more...]
Sacramento Film Schools
Article by Alex Baker The film, American Beauty from 1999 although seemingly set in a Chicago, Illinois suburb is another example of "film magic" used by filmmakers throughout the world. The aerial shots taken all over this film were actual shots of Sacramento, California not Chicago. Initially, the producers wanted to film these shots of San Jose, California but the police department did not … [Read more...]
3 Biggest Film School Myths
by The Library of Congress American Film Schools cost anywhere from $ 15,000 to $ 42,000 a year. When famous alum like George Lucas and Martin Scorsese went, the industry was very different, and their programs did not cost even a fraction of this amount. As a graduate of NYU Film, I learned the hard way of the gross disconnect between what is taught there, and how little it prepares a graduate for either working in the industry or making … [Read more...]
Film Training for Anyone Who Is Interested in Filmmaking
by State Library and Archives of Florida Article by Seth Peters The art of filmmaking requires talent as well as skills, be that technical or otherwise. If you want to be part of this industry, you would have to undergo film training. There are quite a lot of outfits that provide training on filmmaking for those who are interested in it and those who want to be future filmmakers.There are … [Read more...]
Factors to Consider when Selecting Your Washington Film School
Article by Alex Baker There are a lot of factors to take into account when searching for a Washington film school. The first one is to identify what part of the state you want to reside. Mind you, various regions have several significant differences. Would you prefer the hills and plains of the interior and eastern regions of Washington, or the forests and rocky coastlines of the western side … [Read more...]
Why Taking an Online Film Making Course is an Excellent Idea
by State Library of New South Wales collection Selecting an online film making course is easier now than it was a few years ago. As the popularity of the internet grew, more businesses were making their services available online. And as people grew more familiar with online businesses and their trust in doing business on line grew, many began to look to the internet as a valuable learning resource as well.There are many advantages to taking … [Read more...]
Film School – Hollywood’s Breeding Ground
by The Library of Virginia When we watch movies like Spiderman, King Kong and Star Wars, we often wish we could make movies like that. Especially people with a do-it-yourself bent of mind have this craving within to try and duplicate something that attracts them very much. Well, a Film School is their best bet to start learning the tricks of the trade, and check out their skills at film making.Special Effects is one of the main highlights … [Read more...]
Movies and Entertainment – The Definition of the Documentary Film
A documentary film is one of several creative modes, including narrative fiction and experimental avant-garde. Documentaries have a purpose, viewpoint and approach, and evolves from the formative process - as either scripted or spontaneous. Documentaries are limited to reality or actuality.Most of the production requirements for documentaries refer to the fact that there are no sets, actors are not used, and real people, not actors, play … [Read more...]
Filmmaker Fundamentals – What You Need to Know About Film Production Insurance
As an independent film producer, part of your job is cutting expenses. Can you get away with two days at that location instead of five? Can you get by with fewer production assistants? But there are some costs a filmmaker just can't afford to cut, and film production insurance is one of those costs.Actually, producers don't just need a single type of insurance. They need several kinds of insurance because each policy covers a different aspect … [Read more...]
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