If you’ve ever watched a film, you have experienced the cinematic film look. While the aesthetic is hard to describe, you know it when you see it. It is what makes a movie look like a movie. And audiences have been conditioned over many years to respond to this look and feel. As a result, it behooves … Read More
Regarding buying camera lenses, some are better for photography, and some are better for cinema. You are choosing a particular lens, an aesthetic decision based on your needs as a filmmaker. So you will want to become friends with the cameral rental house, rent some lenses and then run many tests. To start the process, … Read More
I recently upgraded my camera to the Sony A7S II. And if you are like me, the last thing you want to do is upgrade your camera. Whatever you’re using now has gotten you through so many video gigs and home movie shoots that you just can’t imagine life without it. But you have a … Read More
These days you can’t go into any electronics store without the temptation to buy some sort of camera drone. This makes sense. Using a drone can be a great way to raise the production value of your film. But if you’re like most filmmakers, you probably feel overwhelmed by all the choices available. In an effort to help you narrow … Read More
One of the first things people ask when they decide to start filmmaking is this: What indie film gear should I get? My first answer is usually “use what you have.” This is because having more expensive gear does not make you a better filmmaker. But continued practice with the indie film gear you already … Read More
The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera is an amazing tool for any indie filmmaker. In this filmmaking article, Bojan Dulabic lays out the pros and cons.