Filmmaking
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Documentary Tips for Filming Undercover and Undetected
From hidden action cameras to improvised espionage tips, use this run-and-gun guide to filming documentary projects on the sly.
5 Unique Camera Angles to Incorporate in Your Next Shoot
From negative space to odd framing, explore this video to discover five camera angles you’re probably not using—and should be.
Breaking Down Quentin Tarantino’s Iconic Trunk Shot
From Reservoir Dogs to Kill Bill, we open up about what this director’s iconic trunk shot means and how he (and others) achieve it.
An Interview with “Assassins” Cinematographer John Benam
Cinematographer John Benam shares his experience filming the controversial Sundance feature documentary “Assassins.”
The 10 Best YouTube Channels to Follow for Filmmakers in 2021
From cinematographer to editor, here are ten YouTube channels worthy of your subscription that will help you learn more about your craft.
From ARRI to Sony: The Most Exciting Camera Rumors of 2021
Another new year, another round of juicy camera conjectures. Here’s your officially unofficial 2021 camera rumor roundup!
Soviet Montage Theory: Exploring the 5 Types of Montage
We discuss the core historical tenets of Soviet Montage Theory, then explore the main types of montage for your film and video projects.
5 Edit-Friendly Tips Every Filmmaker Should Know
From cutaways to framing, let’s examine five filmmaking methods that can enable you to shoot like an editor.
Take Your Production to the Next Level: Photo vs. Cinema Lenses
From size and weight to price range, let’s examine the pros and cons of the photo lens versus the cinema lens.
5 Things I Learned From My First Time Shooting 16mm Footage
From loading the camera to adapting old Canon lenses, here’s what you need to know about shooting on Kodak motion picture film.
Rewriting for the Big Screen: “Script Doctors” and the Art of Revision
There are many moving parts in the world of screenwriting. Let’s explore rewrites by examining this role in any screenplay’s development.
Why It Doesn’t Matter That WW84 Failed at Storytelling
The Wonder Woman journey has been a long and arduous one. Let’s take a look at her history and what brought WW84 to the big screen.