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Best Filmmaking Books for Hollywood-bound Filmmakers

Article by Todd Moreno Movies that are shown on the big screen appear to be seamlessly done. They have no traces of the gaps or discontinuity that happens during film production process. Of course, credit is given to the celebrities and the directors, while the film crew remain under-appreciated. However, movies are made by putting together a number of processes, done by several members of the film production crew. Although the spotlight is … [Read more...]

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Is a Filmmaking School Necessary?

One possible reason why people think they don't need a filmmaking school is when they take the art only as their past-time. The truth of the matter is that movie making is not a hobby that you just work on during free time. It needs more than any fleeting interest and seeks for a perfection of the craft just like in any other profession. Thus, it is important that these schools operate for these individuals with talent in filmmaking to have … [Read more...]

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Foundations of Filmmaking

by State Library and Archives of Florida Pre-production Filmmaking is a unique artistic endeavor that covers visual and auditory human expression. It can be a long and difficult journey. Although some people believe they can complete nearly every task it takes to make a good film, it's often more efficient to employ others to work in sync. Every film begins with an idea. This idea is often turned into a logline created by the writer. A logline … [Read more...]

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Low Budget Filmmaking – Tips For Beginners

Welcome to the world of low budget filmmaking. Where do you begin? Well for one thing, you cannot expect a major 'big boy' company to come in and fund all your projects. Would you lend out a couple hundred dollars to someone looking into starting a major business in less than a year? I am guessing no. Well that is how the major film distributors view most new and untested directors and filmmakers. Anyway if you follow these quick tips, you will … [Read more...]

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Beginners Guide to Low Budget Filmmaking

Article by Lorabella Low budget filmmaking is a good way to start a career in filmmaking. There have been many instances of low budget filmmakers making it big in their own countries and even internationally. So if you believe that you have the potential to make good or even great films then why not prove it by making an effective low budget film. You never know it might just turn out to be your ticket to filmmaking success. But of course … [Read more...]

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Filmmaking For Rookies

Article by Lorabella Want to make a great film someday but not sure how to go about it? Every time you watch a good film you wish that you could make one yourself? Fret not! Filmmaking is accessible to anyone who has the talent and the focus to make a movie. However, filmmaking is not like shooting a shaky home video. It requires time, it needs patience and it needs oodles of hard work and talent. But that shouldn't stop you from acquiring … [Read more...]

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Filmmaking Schools Open in Florida

Article by Matt Hadley Most filmmaking school found in the United States is found in New York or in Los Angeles. Students who are interested in film making, that are living in the states found down south need to travel to these cities to go to school. However, key cities found in Florida have opened film schools. Film schools found in Florida meet or even surpass the film making programs found in LA or New York. One of the benefits of going … [Read more...]

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A Dummies Guide to Filmmaking

Article by Lorabella Most people have a somewhat rough idea of what filmmaking is all about. In this article we will try to go view the art and craft of filmmaking in an organized manner so that you can get a better idea of what it involves. First and foremost, what comes to your mind when someone utters the word filmmaking? Most people relate it to the movies and rightfully so because movies are the most popular expressions of filmmaking. … [Read more...]

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