“Directing actors is one of the hardest things you can do on a film set.” This video by Rocket Jump Film School features real actors discussing their dos and don’ts of [...]
There’s a lot of planning that goes into running an audition smoothly, from the casting call to scheduling to finding a location and creating an optimal audition environment – and [...]
You don’t need a complex lighting setup to achieve great-looking shots. Following this tutorial by Andyax, you will need only a window, a floor lamp, some adjustments to your camera [...]
Looking for screenwriting advice? Why not get it from a professional! John August has worked on scripts for a number of major productions including Go, Big Fish, Charlie’s Angels, and [...]
Instead of going to film school, why not learn filmmaking tips and tricks from your fellow filmmakers on the blog, No Film School? This sleek blog includes countless articles providing advice on [...]
The composition of your shots can have a huge effect on how your audience perceives your characters. This tutorial by Full Sail University covers the basics of composition, from the rule of [...]
IndieTalk provides independent filmmakers a way to connect and offer each other advice. It might not be the prettiest site, but it is incredibly practical. The forum allows filmmakers to ask for [...]
Shaky cam has its place, but stable camera movement is key to creating professional-looking films. While stabilizers have become increasingly accessible and affordable since their invention, they [...]
“Film Riot is the best of the bunch. Serving as an on-demand film school, this series stands out as a prime example of the under-the-radar geeks who carved out a DIY niche that’s both [...]
This tutorial by Armando Ferreira covers many of the different ways to get creative with color grading in Adobe Premiere. Ferreira demonstrates ways to change the look and feel of footage, [...]