How to Write the Passage of Time in Your Screenplay
Time going by in film is an amazing opportunity for writers of all levels to put their creativity to the test. Some films opt for simple titles, while others write…
How Can You Kickstart Your Social Media Advertising?
I think we can agree that the ads are oftentimes the most exciting and emotional posts on social media. Good content is good content, plain and simple. As new media platforms…
The Best Werewolf Movies to Watch Right Now
Werewolves predate almost every other fictional monster. So, why aren’t werewolf films very popular? Perhaps it comes down to a practical issue. The make-up is labor intensive. The transformation sequence…
8 Character Archetypes in Literature & Movies: Complete List & Examples
Looking for information on character archetypes? Want a list that provides the different types of character archetypes with examples from popular movies and literature? You’ve come to the right place. This post…
How to Copyright a Script and Protect Your Screenplay
You’ve finished the greatest story ever told. Now how do you protect your screenplay? It’s a good idea to learn how to copyright a script because, as a writer, the…
How to Find and Schedule the “Hidden” Shoot Locations in a Script
You’ve got a script. You’re getting ready to shoot. Before you go into production, you’ll need to figure out how to break down your script. Locations can be tricky when breaking…
12 Secrets to Great Exposition in Screenwriting (w/ Examples)
Exposition in film or screenwriting is one of the most difficult aspects to master. It’s necessary for our audience to understand our characters and plot, but we don’t really want…
Social Media and Digital Communications for Successful Short Films
Navigating our uber-connected, tech-driven world can be overwhelming for filmmakers. Making a successful short film is exhausting enough. But keeping your crew — and followers — up to date, minute…
How to Plan a Film Shoot: 10 Tips for Estimating Times on a Schedule
Scheduling your film shoot is one of the very first steps in making your project come to life. But in order to schedule, it is our job to figure out…
Breaking the Fourth Wall: How to Break it with Impact
We’ve all seen a film or television show break the fourth wall. It’s hard to miss, and that’s why breaking the 4th wall is a really big filmmaking decision that can…
Breaking Down the Contemporary Western: Westworld
As the lovechild of the Costume Drama and the Fantasy Adventure, the Western might have more considerations that go into producing it than any other genre. When shooting a western,…
What Filmmakers Can Learn From Darren Aronofsky Movies
Darren Aronofsky movies show us the most complex regions of the human psyche. As the Black Swan director says, “Because we are filmmakers, we can show where a person’s mind…
Organize Post Production Workflow to Edit Like a Pro
When it comes to keeping a shoot on budget and on schedule, a clean and organized workflow is everything. Film sets are busy places and as workplaces go, they’re pretty…
A Filmmaker’s Guide to Michael Bay’s Movies & Directing Techniques
Michael Bay movies are much more than an assembly of explosions. Filmmakers can learn a lot from his films, so if you’re hoping for another post that attacks Bay as…
The Best Denis Villeneuve Movies & Directing Techniques
Denis Villeneuve, director of such modern classics as Blade Runner 2049 and Sicario, has yet to make a bad movie. His first two features might be flawed but they are…
Paul Thomas Anderson Movies and Directing Style
Paul Thomas Anderson has evolved his style over the last two decades. His early films are chaotic and dramatic, built with extreme techniques and extreme performances. His later films have…
High Angle Shots: Creative Examples of Camera Movements & Angles
The way you frame your actors or subjects conveys your message to the audience. Send the wrong one, and the audience goes packing. Today we’re going to go over high…
Ultimate Guide to Working with Unions: Grieved and Flipped
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…
How to Create a Production Company Business Plan [FREE Template]
Highly successful video companies start with a strong production company business plan. Whether your company has been around for a while, or you’re a freelancer ready to take your services…
What are LUTs? The Ultimate Guide to Color Grading
Color grading can completely transform the look of your video, but unless you’ve spent years inside a coloring house, you may not have the technical know-how to achieve the desired…
How to Write a Car Chase Scene in a Screenplay [with Examples]
T here’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…
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