A WEALTH OF FRUGAL FILMMAKING INFO
Here's 34 minutes of valuable viewing for the micro budget filmmaker.
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FOCAL LENGTH EXPLAINED
An exquisite explanation of focal length by Mike Browne.
MY 720p BEATS YOUR 4K ANY DAY
Stop the madness! Before you go off half-cocked and lay down one dime of your hard-earned income on equipment, watch this. I've said it before, IT'S NOT ABOUT THE GEAR.
BILLY WILDER'S TEN RULES OF FILMMAKING
Sage advice from one of history's greatest producers, screenwriters and directors. READ BILLY'S LIST HERE
THE HAMMER FORUM
Spend any time on a photo or video forum and you'll witness the absolute fanaticism of its users. The same, of course, can be said for most any forum on
THE DISSOLVE
Oftentimes a dissolve is just a momentary transition between shots. But it can also be used to make a powerful cinematic statement. Here we see seven examples of how it's
LOST ORSON WELLES FILM FOUND IN ITALY
A workprint copy of Orson Welles' second film prior to going into production on Citizen Kane was discovered earlier this year. This is a rare find, as the original [unfinished]
5 ELEMENTS OF A GREAT CHROMA KEY
Though there are plenty of chroma key tutorials out there, this one is done very well, as only John Hess at FilmmakerIQ can do.
HOLLYWOOD'S HISTORY OF FAKING IT: THE EVOLUTION OF GREENSCREEN COMPOSITING
John Hess covers the history of chroma key from its earliest days to present. And what a great presentation he always makes.
10 QUICK TIPS FOR MONETIZING STOCK FOOTAGE
Solid advice for those looking to sell their footage. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE