Beschreibung
Everything you ever wanted to know about making a movie but were afraid to ask
Lights, camera, action! We all have at least one movie in us, and the amazing and affordable advances in digital technology makes it increasingly easy to make your dream a reality and share it with the world.Filmmaking for Dummiesis your definitive guide to bringing a project to life, from the comedy antics of loveable pets to the deepest, most meaningful independent film. Bryan Michael Stoller is your friend and guide, sharing his knowledge gained over 100 productions (directing and working with Dan Aykroyd, James Earl-Jones, Barbra Streisand and Drew Barrymore, among others) to show you how to take your movie from the planning and storyboarding stage, through shooting and editing, to making it available to your adoring audiences through television broadcast, streaming online or in movie theaters.
For the do-it-your-selfer, the book includes tips on how to finance your project, a look at the latest software and apps, including advancements in digital technology, and for the passionate director, advice on how to hire and work with your cast and crew and find great scenic locations. Whether you want to become a professional filmmaker or just create great YouTube videos or nostalgic home movies, shooting with your smartphone or with consumer or pro-gear, this practical guide has it all.
Learn how to compose your shots and when to move the cameraMake the perfect pitch to sell your storyTake advantage of helpful contacts and tons of new resourcesGet up-to-date on the latest and greatest digital technologyFind the right distributor, or learn how you can be your own distributor!
So, you really have no excuses to make your masterpiece. Get rolling with a copy ofFilmmaking for Dummiestoday and start shooting for the stars!
Autorenportrait
Bryan Michael Stoller is an award-winning filmmaker who has produced, written, and directed more than 100 productions from music videos and commercials to TV shows and feature films. His movieFirst Dog had nearly a half-million Redbox rentals, and he has directed stars such as Edward Asner, Barbra Streisand, James Earl Jones, Drew Barrymore, and Dan Aykroyd. Bryan's movies have amassed close to eighteen-million views on video on demand platforms. Learn more at www.BryanMichaelStoller.com.
Inhalt
Introduction 1
Part 1: Getting Started with Filmmaking 5
Chapter 1: So You Want to Be a Filmmaker 7
Chapter 2: Genres in General 21
Chapter 3: Penning and Pitching a Great Story 39
Part 2: Gearing Up to Make Your Movie 55
Chapter 4: Scheduling and Budgeting Your Movie 57
Chapter 5: Financing Your Movie 77
Chapter 6: Location, Location, Location 93
Chapter 7: Crewing Up: Hiring Your Crew 109
Chapter 8: Assembling Your Cast of Characters 129
Chapter 9: Storyboarding Your Movie 145
Part 3: Ready to Roll: Starting Production on Your Movie 161
Chapter 10: Shooting through the Looking Glass 163
Chapter 11: Let There Be Lighting! 191
Chapter 12: Sound Advice: Production Sound 209
Chapter 13: Directing Your Actors: And Action! 227
Chapter 14: A Sense of Direction: Directing Your Movie 243
Part 4: Finishing Your Movie in Post 265
Chapter 15: Cut to: Editing Your Movie Shot by Shot 267
Chapter 16: Posting Your Movies Soundtrack: Adding Music and Effects to the Mix 287
Chapter 17: Conjuring Up Special Effects 305
Chapter 18: Giving Credit and Titles 325
Part 5: Finding Distribution for Your Movie 337
Chapter 19: Distributing Your Movie 339
Chapter 20: Exploring and Entering Film Festivals 363
Part 6: The Part of Tens 377
Chapter 21: Ten Tips for Discovering New Talent 379
Chapter 22: Ten Ways to Get Publicity for Your Movie 385
Chapter 23: Ten Ways to Avoid Murphys Law 391
Chapter 24: Ten Tips for Shooting on Your Smartphone 397
Index 405
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