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FAQs, Help, and Tutorials (40)
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Sites offering filmmaking FAQs, help and tutorials.
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rec.arts.movies.tech FAQFAQ for the newsgroup : rec.arts.movies.tech
DVFilm's Digital Video to Film Transfer FAQThe top ten questions asked by beginning digital filmmakers: how to shoot digital video tape for transfer to either 35mm or 16mm film.
Film-TechCinema projection tips, equipment manual downloads, projection picture warehouse and a forum for film handlers.
Knowledge HoundLinks to how-to guides, tutorials and tips on motion imaging, screenwriting, soundtracks, sound effects, and sound stages.
Guerrilla Filmmaking 101: MotivationFirst in a series of articles to guide independent filmmakers without studio backing to a successful completion of their film.
Cyber Film School Filmmaking WebsiteInstruction, tips, advice, techniques on how to make, produce, direct, shoot, light and edit TV, films, movies and videos.
Film UndergroundArticles and discussions of practical and theoretical filmmaking.
Film SecretsAn educational resource for indie film-makers, including those with little to no film training.
How to Buy the Right CamcorderA checklist of things to look out for when choosing a camcorder.
Soyouwanna Make a Low-Budget Movie?This article explains how to make a movie on a small budget, from pre-production to production and post-production.
Cinema: How are Hollywood Films Made?Annenberg Media exhibit which presents the moviemaking process, with modules on screenwriting, directing, producing, acting, and editing.
How To Make Your MovieInteractive CD-ROM that simulates the environment of a film school, allowing users to learn about and experience all of the steps involved in making their own films.
Small MoviesThe art and craft of making cinema: the equipment, methods and techniques used by hundreds of thousands of people over the last one hundred years.
Digital Filmmaking SecretsOnline resource center for digital filmmaking, with articles on screenwriting, directing, cinematography and producing.
Dogma 2001: New Rules for Internet CinemaTen rules to follow when creating internet cinema rather than a film for film festivals.
Making The FilmThis site aims to educate and inspire would-be film-makers. Includes the author's filmmaking diary, a quick-start guide to filmmaking, and clips and stills.
Project XResources for beginning digital filmmakers.
Papa TangoInformation and tutorials in amateur filmmaking, including special effects, camera shots, lighting, and equipment.
Sonnyboo: Articles on Filmmaking22 articles to help beginning moviemakers and digital video enthusiasts.
Amateur Cat FilmsThis site explains in an unusual way how to create a movie.
FilmHelp.comAn ever-growing compendium of filmmaking help, pointers, advice, and mistakes from award-winning writer and director Greg Pak.
Film DirectionOnline course with pages on the fundamentals, pre-production, production, and post-production.
LikeAStoryFilmmaking tips including postproduction, budget special effects, blood formulas, in camera technique, physical effects, and zombie makeup technique.
So You Wanna Work in Movies?A real-life guide to working in feature films. Written by Oliver Stapleton, a cinematographer with 28 years experience and 40 features behind him.
10 Minute Film SchoolRobert Rodriguez's explanation of the fundamentals of movie-making.
Film Student ResourcesSmall selection of articles on film theory and pre-production by film student Jon Lillie.
Outside HollywoodIsaac Botkin's weblog on independent filmmaking tools and techniques. Articles and links.
Consolidated FilmsSmall independent film studio weblog providing tips and advice on producing and marketing low budget movies.
Indie FilmmakingTips on camera technique, style, preparation and planning, post-production effects and non-linear editing. Software reviews, glossary, newsletter, and links.
Illiterary FictionWeblog with tips on low-budget filmmaking and directing, with emphasis on using readily available free or very cheap resources.
Film SenseiArticles, tips and reviews for independent, guerrilla and low budget filmmakers, by Mat Nastos.
FilmmakerIQ.comTutorials, videos, and interviews covering all aspects of production, including screenwriting, distribution, and funding sources. Includes a forum and links.
Shortfilmbigshot.comGlossary of filmmaking terms, listing of relevant books, and articles by Andrew Michael Brown.
FilmAnchorOffers tutorials and manuals in PDF format. Also includes links to software and screenplays.
4FilmmakingReference to idea development, screenplay writing, production, and distribution. Also offers a guide to film schools, newsletter, podcast, and links.
Filmmaking StuffProducer Jason Brubaker's weblog with articles covering production, networking, writing, funding, and marketing.
YouMadeMeDoIt.comWeblog chronicling projects in video work and moviemaking. Includes photographs, instructions, and video clips.
Independent Film AdviceBrief tutorials and links for all aspects of production.
The Indie AuteurWeblog by Stephan Vladimir Bugaj covering various filmmaking topics, including production and networking.
Cinema AdvancedWeblog with advice and tutorials by Matt Champagne.
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