Pre-Production Tips: The Basics of Breaking Down a Script
You’ve got your script, your cast, and your crew, so you’re ready to shoot, right? Not exactly. You need to break down your script first.
Cinematography Tip: Working with Unmotivated Camera Movement
Usually filmmakers want their camera movements motivated, but when can you improve your story with un-motivated camera movement?
The Indie Filmmaker’s Guide to Low- or No-Budget Location Scouting
So you’re making a film, and there’s no budget for location scouting and management. No problem — here’s how you handle it yourself.
How to Cut an Effective Trailer for Your Next Film or Video
A good trailer can be one of the strongest marketing tools for your film or video, but a bad one can tank the project altogether.
Cinematography Tip: Working with Motivated Camera Movement
Motivated camera movement helps narrate your film visually. Here are a few examples you can put into action in your own work.
The Cinematic Power of Hitchcock’s Dolly Zoom Technique
The Hitchcock shot is a tricky maneuver, but its results are powerful. So what are the secrets behind this famous filmmaking technique?
What Do Filmmakers Mean When They Refer to Composition?
Shooting a successful film requires more than just technical knowledge. It also requires strong film composition. But what, exactly, is that?
Getting Started in Effective Low-Budget Film and Video Production
Like any film or video project, low-budget projects require effective planning and smooth production. Here are some tips to get you started.
Filmmaking 101: Creating Tension and Suspense in a Sequence
New to filmmaking or video production? Here are a few tips for how to approach creating tension or suspense in your next project.
Filmmaking Tips: The Ins and Outs of Fight Scene Choreography
Effective fight scene choreography ties together filmmaking principles, safety protocols, and proven production techniques in a seamless dance.
Production Tips: Getting Started with Low-Budget Stunt Coordination
Need to (safely) coordinate some stunts for your next project? Here’s what you need to know to get started in the wild world of stunt coordination.
Production Tips: How to Maintain the Stunt Double Illusion
Using stunt doubles can protect star talent and keep a production on track, but you need more than wardrobes and wide shots to pull off the switch.