Filmmaking For Dummies^®, 2nd Edition

by Bryan Michael Stoller

• ISBN13: 9780470446256
• ISBN10: 0470446250
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2008-11-01
• Publisher: For Dummies

Summary

Now updated--the step-by-step secrets to capturing great moments on filmWith all the recent advancements in filmmaking technology, more people than ever are trying their hand at filmmaking. Keeping up with the newest information in this booming field, this updated edition of Filmmaking For Dummies features up-to-the-minute coverage of the latest and greatest hardware, software, accessories, and trends--including high-definition technology and new outlets for films such as YouTube and MySpace. It demystifies the nuts-and-bolts of filmmaking, from developing a project and securing financing to hiring a cast and crew, editing, and getting distribution. This new edition also provides new movie examples and updated contacts and resources. Whether people want to become professional filmmakers or simply shoot quality home movies, this practical guide has all the advice and tips needed to succeed.Bryan Michael Stoller (Studio City, CA) is an international award-winning filmmaker who has produced, written, and directed over 80 productions.

Table of Contents

Foreword

Introduction

Filmmaking and Storytelling

So You Want to Be a Filmmaker

Genres in General

Penning and Pitching a Great Story

Gearing Up to Make Your Film

Scheduling and Budgeting Your Film

Financing Your Film

Location, Location, Location

Crewing Up: HiringYour Crew

Assembling Your Cast of Characters

Storyboarding Your Film

Ready to Roll: Starting Production on Your Film

Shooting through the Looking Glass

Let There Be Lighting!

Sound Advice: Production Sound

Directing Your Actors: à and Action!

A Sense of Direction: Directing Your Film

Finishing Your Film in Post

Cut to: Editing Your Film Frame by Frame

Posting Your Film's Soundtrack: Adding Music & Effects to the Mix

Conjuring Up Special Effects

Giving Credit and Titles

Finding a Distributor for Your Film

Distributing Your Film

Exploring and Entering Film Festivals

The Part of Tens

Ten Tips for Discovering New Talent

Ten Ways to Get Publicity for Your Film

Ten Ways to Avoid Murphy's Law

Ten Best Filmmaking Periodicals

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