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The Essential Back to (Film) School Reading Guide + 3 Free EBooks
No need for film school. Here are some essential book recommendations for every film department — and three free eBooks to get you started.
Get $7,000 from Robert Rodriguez to Make a Film in 14 Days
5 amateur filmmakers have the chance to make a feature film funded by Robert Rodriguez. Can you shoot and edit in 14 days? Enter now!
What Is the Life of a Camera Body, and Should You Buy or Rent?
We chatted with AbelCine President and CEO Pete Abel about the life of camera gear — and the most exciting new technologies.
HBO’s Game of Thrones: Your One-Stop Film School
One of the best ways to learn anything is to study the masters. Go behind the scenes of Games of Thrones for insight into every aspect of …
3 Tenets to Consider When Taking on New Video Projects
Let’s take a look at the “Three P’s” of taking on new filmmaking or videography projects: passion, prestige, and profit.
Interview: Director of Photography Behind HBO’s The Defiant Ones
Charlie Parish of HBO’s The Defiant Ones gives us an inside look at creating the unique visual style of HBO’s new documentary series.
How to Write Better Commercial Treatments
Writing a solid treatment is the key to landing your next big commercial or music video gig. Check out these tips to improve your chances.
This New Augmented Reality Film Uses a Magazine Cover for a Screen
Augmented Reality is becoming more common on film sets and productions, and now it has joined forces with traditional print publishing.
You Can Now Buy a Robotic Camera Arm That Plugs into an Outlet
You can own the same style of robotic camera arm used to capture epic commercials and Thor: Ragnarok.
The Formula Behind Every Summer Blockbuster Trailer + Free Epic SFX
This hilarious video shows you the recipe for making a blockbuster movie trailer, and we’ll give you the SFX you need to make one.
Build a Mobile Suite to Edit Your Projects on Location
To cut footage on set, you’ll need some specific gear and video accessories. Check out our recommendations in this roundup.
Tips for Aspiring Directors from Indie-Maestro David F. Sandberg
This uber-successful horror director dives into his latest project and what future directors should expect on set in this writeup.