Filmmaking 101

  • May 12, 2009

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How To Make Your First Movie - Phase 1: Writing

The screenwriter Gene Fowler once said, “Writing is easy: All you do is sit staring at a blank sheet of paper until drops of blood form on your forehead.” Here’s how to make the process a little less painful.

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How To Make Your First Movie - Phase 2: Budgeting

Producing your first movie is difficult enough without running out of money halfway through. Reduce the chances of that happening with these budgeting tips.

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How To Make Your First Movie - Phase 3: Casting

Good casting can bring a script to life. The trick is knowing where to look for the best people.

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How To Make Your First Movie - Phase 4: Gear

First movies are often tight on funding. Learn what gear to look for and you’ll be able to get A-list results from a C-list budget.

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How To Make Your First Movie - Phase 5: Lighting

Novice filmmakers tend to focus on the script and filming, but proper lighting lends a professional quality that can’t be beat.

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How To Make Your First Movie - Phase 6: Audio

You may be tempted to skimp on audio quality in your first movie. Don’t—a single garbled conversation can drive an audience to the exits.

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How To Make Your First Movie - Phase 7: Shooting

Shooting will probably be the most exciting part of making your first movie, and possibly the most challenging, too. Follow these steps to make the best use of your cameras.

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How To Make Your First Movie - Phase 8: Editing

How do you edit a low-budget flick to look like an Academy Award-worthy film? The same way you get to Carnegie Hall: practice, practice, practice.

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