FILMMAKING

We take you behind the scenes and break down all that goes into making a film. Read our conversations with filmmakers as they share their creative process, tips for frugal filmmakers, equipment they work with and more! We explore every aspect of filmmaking — cinematography, screenwriting, lighting, editing etc.

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What Is B Roll: Everything You Need To Know

The art of storytelling as seen through films and television is largely contingent upon how…

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50 Greatest Scenes In Movie History

From the train wreck scene in Buster Keaton’s classic silent comedy ‘The General’ to Daniel…

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21 Most Beautifully Shot Films Of 2021

With the Academy Awards for the year just around the corner, it’s time to reappraise…

Anamorphic Lenses Explained: All You Should Know

While shooting a film, a cinematographer will have to make a few choices regarding how…

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10 Brilliant Examples Of Montages For Filmmakers

The word montage is derived from the French verb which means “to assemble or put…

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Top Things A Cinematographer Needs To Shoot The Perfect Scene

Shooting a scene for a movie can be a daunting task. There are many things…

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5 Things To Know Before Enrolling In A Film School

In a field that evolves as fast as the film industry, keeping up with the…

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15 Things You Learn As A Cinematographer

Cinematography is an excellent example of learning on the job. One may have an ironclad…

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11 Simple But Impactful Tips For Aspiring Cinematographers

Cinematography can often seem like a daunting field to break into. After all, a cinematographer…

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15 Books Every Film Student Should Read

It may seem rather contrarian to turn to books to learn about cinema, but there’s…

The Best Advice From Seasoned DoPs: 13 Tips From Cinematography Legends

It goes without saying that filmmaking is a thoroughly visual medium. Artists, amateurs and cinema…

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The Top 15 Cinematographers Who Are Changing The Game

Cinema lovers and filmmakers may often find themselves grappling with an existential question: who does…

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Cowboy Shot Explained (With Examples) And Why It’s Used

Picture this: it’s a triumphant moment for the protagonist in a film, and the camera…

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How To Format Your Screenplay: The Ultimate Guide

One of the most crucial elements of film and television, a screenplay is a written…

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What Is Method Acting: Technique And Examples

Method acting is an acting school of thought that has received wide coverage due to…