What is Film Marketing — How to Sell Movies to an Audience

Film Financing Film Production Pre-Production Post-Production Film Distribution Film Marketing Making a movie is an extraordinary accomplishment that requires skill, perseverance, and a little bit of luck. But just because you’ve made a movie doesn’t mean anyone is going to see it. That’s where marketing comes in. What is film marketing? And what marketing approaches… Continue reading What is Film Marketing — How to Sell Movies to an Audience

What is a B Movie — Definition, Examples and Legacy

Cinematography Terms Screenwriting Terms Film Terms Film Crew Positions Have you ever stumbled upon a movie that, while it might not have the glitz and glamour of big-budget Hollywood productions, still managed to captivate your attention and provide an entertaining experience? If so, there’s a good chance you’ve encountered a “B movie.” But what exactly… Continue reading What is a B Movie — Definition, Examples and Legacy

What is Product Placement in Movies and TV — With Examples

Cinematography Terms Screenwriting Terms Film Terms Film Crew Positions Ever noticed how your favorite character in a TV show always seems to be sipping from a certain brand of coffee or how the hero in a blockbuster movie never fails to drive the same flashy car? It’s not by chance.  This is the subtle art of… Continue reading What is Product Placement in Movies and TV — With Examples

What is a Film Festival — Everything You Need to Know

Film festivals are everywhere. There’s a festival for every niche you can imagine, and every niche you can’t. Today, festivals can take many shapes and sizes, from massive industry mainstays to scrappy yet exciting startups. A savvy independent filmmaker understands the festival circuit, knowing what to apply to and how. In this article, we’ll tell… Continue reading What is a Film Festival — Everything You Need to Know

What is Digital Distribution — Film, Music, and Gaming

The digital realm has fundamentally changed the way media – music, film, television, video games, and more – are distributed. But what is digital distribution? We’re going to break down digital distribution by looking at how various industries bring their content to the masses. By the end, you’ll know what digital distribution is, and where… Continue reading What is Digital Distribution — Film, Music, and Gaming

Tutorials – Shoot – Intro to Call Sheets

Get started Write Breakdown Visualize Plan Shoot Support Desk  ➚ Youtube  ➚ Contact  ➚ Tutorials  →  Shoot  →  Intro to Call SheetsIntro to Call SheetsIn this course, we walk you through the process of creating, sending, and tracking delivery of call sheets created in StudioBinder. Lesson 1 — Add Contacts to Your Project Contacts are the… Continue reading Tutorials – Shoot – Intro to Call Sheets

Tutorials – Breakdown – Production Reports Explained

Get started Write Breakdown Visualize Plan Shoot Support Desk  ➚ Youtube  ➚ Contact  ➚ Tutorials  →  Breakdown  →  Production Reports ExplainedProduction Reports ExplainedThere are many production and scheduling reports that are created during the pre-production stage. In this course, we’ll explore how to generate various reports in StudioBinder — DOOD reports, breakdown summaries, one-liners, and more.… Continue reading Tutorials – Breakdown – Production Reports Explained

What is Post-Production — The Final Steps in the Process

BasicsOpen menu What is Post-Production What is VFX What are Special Effects What is Virtual Production What is SFX Makeup What is CGI What is Mocap What is Compositing What is Matte Painting What is Chroma Key What is a Green Screen What is a Blue Screen What is Practical Effects What is Motion Graphics… Continue reading What is Post-Production — The Final Steps in the Process

Academy Award for Best Live-Action Short — The Complete List

Major Awards:Open menu Best Picture Best Director ActingOpen menu Best Actress Best Supporting Actress Best Actor Best Supporting Actor WritingOpen menu Best Original Screenplay Best Adapted Screenplay TechnicalOpen menu Best Film Editing Best Visual Effects Best Cinematography Animated & InternationalOpen menu Best Animated Short Film Best Animated Feature Film Best International Feature Film MusicOpen menu… Continue reading Academy Award for Best Live-Action Short — The Complete List

What Does Greenlit Mean in Movies — A Filmmaker’s Dream

Cinematography Terms Screenwriting Terms Film Terms Film Crew Positions Welcome to the exciting world of film industry lingo, where words like ‘greenlit’ float around as commonly as ‘action’ and ‘cut’. Understanding these terms is not only a must for industry insiders but also for avid movie fans, who wish to gain a deeper understanding of… Continue reading What Does Greenlit Mean in Movies — A Filmmaker’s Dream

Tutorials – Breakdown – Intro to Scheduling

Get started Write Breakdown Visualize Plan Shoot Support Desk  ➚ Youtube  ➚ Contact  ➚ Tutorials  →  Breakdown  →  Intro to SchedulingIntro to SchedulingA shooting schedule is an outline of which scenes will be shot on every shooting day of a production. Schedules include granular details like prep and shoot times, lunch, travel time for company moves,… Continue reading Tutorials – Breakdown – Intro to Scheduling

What is a Grindhouse Movie — Definition & Iconic Examples

Best Horror MoviesOpen menu Best Horror Movies of All Time Best Christmas Horror Movies Best Zombie Movies Best New Zombie Movies Best Vampire Movies Best Jump Scare Movies Best 1980s Vampire Movies Best Werewolf Movies Best Stephen King Movies and TV Shows Best Underrated Horror Movies Best Scary Movies Best Horror Movie Soundtracks EssentialsOpen menu… Continue reading What is a Grindhouse Movie — Definition & Iconic Examples

What are the Major Film Studios — Hollywood’s Big Five

Hollywood – a single word that instantly conjures up images of glitz, glamour, and the silver screen. It’s the birthplace of countless cinematic masterpieces and home to some of the most influential entities in the global film industry – the ‘Big Five.’ But what exactly are these major film studios? Let’s dive in and uncover… Continue reading What are the Major Film Studios — Hollywood’s Big Five

What is a Boom Operator in Film — Role Explained

Camera & Lighting DepartmentOpen menu Best Boy Camera Operator Director Of Photography Focus Puller Key Grip Gaffer Grip Sound DepartmentOpen menu Boom Operator Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions A Boom Operator, a key player in the film, television, and radio industry, is entrusted with managing the boom microphone, an instrument critical for recording superior,… Continue reading What is a Boom Operator in Film — Role Explained

What Does a Prop Maker Do — Job Description Explained

Art DepartmentOpen menu Art Director Production Designer Prop Master Prop Maker Storyboard Artist Concept Artist Scenic Artist Set Decorator Set Dresser Set Designer Weapons Master Ultimate Guide to Film Crew Positions C inema and television are riddled with iconic props. Think Indiana Jones’ whip, the Rosebud sled in Citizen Kane, or Wilson in Cast Away. But… Continue reading What Does a Prop Maker Do — Job Description Explained

What is Pre-Production in Film — A Blueprint for Success

Film Financing Film Production Pre-Production Post-Production Film Distribution Film Marketing Pre-Production can be overwhelming even for the seasoned producer. It requires knowledge of many facets of production, as well as an ability to prevent potential crises down the line. It’s not always easy but if you stay organized, it’s pretty simple. So what is Pre-Production… Continue reading What is Pre-Production in Film — A Blueprint for Success

What is a Film Still and What are They Used For?

Cinematography Terms Screenwriting Terms Film Terms Film Crew Positions A still is not merely a static image; it captures a single frame of a movie, encapsulating a world of emotions and stories within its boundaries. These seemingly simple snapshots hold immense power within the realm of cinema. In this article, we explore the captivating complexities of film… Continue reading What is a Film Still and What are They Used For?