Book Description:
A complete low-budget filmmaking guide for beginners
From the Publisher:
The book has an accessible layout, with examples taken from student films as well as real-world blockbusters. Projects are included to enable you to master each step of the process taking you through different aspects of filmmaking today. Gradually you will find out where your strengths lie and how to make the most of them. The book includes a discussion of theoretical approaches to film, in particular an outline guide to current film theories, encouraging the budding filmmaker to get to grips with the contemporary scene. Also detailed are 100 must-see films that demonstrate the principles of filmmaking and a glossary of DV filmmaking terms. Also covered is the role of the Internet and the effects it has had on the filmmaking industry, looking in particular at how to make and sell Internet movies. Numerous links to websites are provided throughout the book offering more specialized and in-depth information. Actively encouraging you to further your career the book investigates how to apply for entrance for film festivals, while the CD-Rom offers 3 different tryout versions of editing software, comprehensive lists of films courses and festivals around the world, information on promotion and publicity and how to build a website, a film budgeting template and interviews with some of the key figures in the industry today. The book, which assumes no background knowledge in either technology or filmmaking, is split into four key areas: Development: This section looks at format and equipment. It shows how to develop an idea into a workable script, storyboard and schedule. Projects lead you through the conversion of ideas to images and looks at basic ways of sequencing images. Production: An opportunity to develop skills to shoot original short films, projects cover a range of approaches and show what can be achieved with a simple camcorder. You will be encouraged to use a zero-to-low budget environment to your advantage. Post-Production: Covers basic editing techniques to structure and enhance the original idea using iMovie, Premiere and Director. Free tryout software is included on the accompanying CD-ROM. Distribution: How to set up a broadcast web site, using the Internet to promote your film, what streaming software does and how it works, getting funding for your production.
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