What NOT to Say to an Actor (Watch Video)

"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 directing. The actors' advice and amusing anecdotes will help you understand how to build better...

How to Hold an Audition (Watch Video)

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 frankly, all that planning can be intimidating. In this video by Rocket Jump Film...

Easy Light Setup to Improve Your Films (Watch Video)

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 settings, and a homemade tin foil reflector to create a three-point lighting setup....

How to Film a Fight Scene (Watch Video)

Planning a fight scene for your next film?   This video from Tomorrow's Filmmakers walks you through the basics of filming a fight scene, from planning out the different sections of the fight to figuring out which shots you'll need to make it look realistic. The...

John August: Screenwriting Blog

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 Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. He shares his tips and tricks for screenwriting...

Shot Composition Basics (Watch Video)

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 thirds to the different types of shots. An awareness of the impact composition...

IndieTalk: a Filmmaking Community Forum

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 advice on specific problems and get answers from other independent...

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