The Dutch angle shot–which is also known as the Dutch Tilt, oblique angle, German angle, or canted angle–is a type of camera shot. When employing the Dutch angle, the camera is set at such an angle that the horizon line is tilted, not running parallel to the top and...
Have you ever committed to something you didn’t want to do just because you didn’t know how to say no? I know I have. Saying no can be difficult. For some people, it almost feels impossible. The truth is, there’s an art to saying no, and while it can be a...
A low angle shot, simply put, is when the camera is positioned below the subject’s eye line. The camera points upwards towards the subject. Why use a low angle shot? A low angle shot can convey a wide range of mood and emotion. It can be used to express...
What is an independent filmmaker? Simply put, an independent filmmaker is someone who creates independent films, which are commonly referred to as indie films or indie movies. Independent filmmakers create films outside of the major studio system. Some indie...
So you are wondering how to become a filmmaker. You’ve come to the right place! Our company has a huge focus on educating new and emerging filmmakers so they can make art and live their best, most creative lives in an ever-changing industry. If you want to become a...
Making movies is expensive. I’ve written about micro budget filmmaking, but what if you’re wondering how to make a short film with NO budget? Here are my thoughts on how to produce and film a short film if you have literally zero dollars to put towards it. Remember...
What does a film producer do? When I first started working in film, that was a big source of confusion for me. I’d always thought that the producer was the one who funded the movie, but my producer friends were always making phone calls and updating spreadsheets… and...
It’s a question that comes up a lot in our DMs. Everyone wants to know how to make money as a filmmaker. I’ve written before about independent film funding, but paying for a creative project is very different from paying yourself… and paying your bills. Everyone...
Social media is a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, it’s a free way to self-promote, connect with audiences, and get your work out in the world. On the other hand, it can be a lot of work, the algorithms can be opaque and confusing, and it can at times be...
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