Filmmaking

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Let’s take a look at the dolly Francis Ford Coppola developed for some of his most revered films — and how it affected the overall aesthetic.

A look into how digital cameras are continuing to change the landscape of the film and video industry, both nowt and into the near future.

Training montages are central to every sports film. In this video tutorial, we find out what goes into shooting a great one.

We spoke with director Nora Mandray about contextualizing history and keeping a complex political timeline vibrant and legible in short form.

The producer plays an important role in the filmmaking process. In this article, we’ll take a look at the benefits of a dedicated producer.

Autofocus has long been a part of documentary filmmaking, at every budget level, since they often lack the budget for a dedicated focus puller.

Here are two simple-yet-brilliant examples of how costume design can convey — and even dramatically transform — a character’s arc.

Take your video editing skills to the next level by working with source patching in the timeline panel in Adobe Premiere Pro.

From camera selection to personal relationships behind the scenes, discover what you can learn from a director’s commentary.

Set your horizons straight with these quick, savvy tips for effectively correcting crooked footage in Adobe Premiere Pro.

Practical lighting vs. cinematic lighting — this article examines how to use practical lighting to create a cinematic look.

These tools can help you dramatically increase your filmmaking productivity and achieve more than you ever thought possible.