The best cinematographers are artists, technicians, diplomats, and accountants. Choosing the best cinematographers is tough and extremely subjective but this list is full of talented people. If you want your film to look like it was shot by one of the world’s best cinematographers, read on. We’ve broken down the key cinematic techniques that the top cinematographers who are working today actively use. Onto the list!Continue reading The 27 Best Film Cinematographers That Everyone Should Know
Crewing up for a film shoot can mean hiring for quite a few different positions. Luckily, there are tons of talented members of the film and television industry, at every level, waiting to work with you.Continue reading How to Find and Hire the Best Film Crew: The Definitive Guide
The fact is that almost every writer faces writer’s block at some point in their career. Deadlines, storylines or even airlines can be the cause of this intellectual affliction. Writer’s block is real and can greatly affect your output.Continue reading How to Cure Writer’s Block: 23 Proven Ideas that Actually Work
Choosing to work with Hollywood’s unions is a major decision for any filmmaker or producer. There are pros and cons to joining or not joining. The choices you make at the start could have far-reaching consequences for your film. If you make the wrong decision, you may find yourself in unchartered waters. Your crew members may start to dictate demands of their union. I have been on both sides of this and believe unions are a necessary part of filmmaking, so it is critical to understand how they operate. Continue reading Ultimate Guide to Working with Unions: Grieved and…
Pixar shorts inspire imagination. They win awards. They deliver the goods. We’ve watched and compiled the best 21 Pixar short films right here, from the first Pixar movie to the most recent. They’re sure to entertain, trigger creativity, and — for filmmakers — spark short film ideas of your own. Storytellers, take heed: there’s a lot to learn on this list of animated short films.Continue reading 24 Best Pixar Shorts That You Need to Watch
There’s something about a car chase that captivates an audience. Maybe it’s the need for speed, or, perhaps it’s the knowledge that at any moment the scene can come to an abrupt end that gets the heart racing. But is it easy to pull off? Nowadays, sophisticated audiences require more from their action scenes. Car chases are a staple of the silver screen and it takes a true craftsman to pen a great chase. So how does a writer craft a car chase scene that is both readable and cinematic? Let’s first take a look at the evolution of these…
Auditions. Such a simple word has so much meaning and promise. Whether running lines in the waiting room or organizing the controlled chaos that often comes, the audition process is key for casting.Continue reading A Step-by-Step Guide to Holding Auditions [FREE Audition Form]
Everyone has told a little white lie to get a red-hot job, amirite? You do what you have to get your foot in the door. But, telling a lie in production is a gift that could keep on giving as long as there is work to be done or a film that stands the test of time. It can also stop a production in its’ tracks. It is important to know which lies to let slide, which to nip in the bud and which you may have to bounce back from when that happen on your set. There are certain…
One of the most important parts of any project is your cast. A great cast can make or break your film or project. But many filmmakers look at the casting process as a path of least resistance. There are several ways to make the right casting decisions that will drastically improve your chances for success. Here are our best casting tips that every filmmaker should use.Continue reading The Best Casting Tips for Directors and Producers
A script breakdown is one of the most important phases of pre-production. It's usually the first time you start to develop a clear picture of the size, scope, and cost of a production. Breakdowns allow filmmakers to find the balance between telling the strongest story for the lowest budget. Easier said than done, but in today's article (and video!), we'll show you how to budget creatively.Continue reading A Tale of Two Script Breakdowns: Titanic vs. Brooklyn
