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.
PremiumBeat vs. Marmoset
Let’s compare the royalty free music libraries, the licensing, and the pricing models of PremiumBeat and Marmoset.
Choosing the Right Skateboard to Pair with a Gimbal
Find out what type of board is not only smoothest, but safest, to pair with a gimbal for ultra-smooth filming.
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!
Sony Wants You to Fly Your a7S III with Their New Airpeak Drone
Sony sets their sights on DJI with their first drone, designed for filmmakers and photographers using Sony Alpha cameras.
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.
From Filming to Editing: Should You Still Be Shooting in 1080?
Let’s take a look at the pros and cons for filming, editing, and uploading footage in 1080p in comparison to 4K.
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.