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Revealing How Long it Really Takes to Write a Screenplay

Revealing How Long it Really Takes to Write a Screenplay

Craft October 29, 2023
Aspiring screenwriters often wonder—how long does it actually take to go from blank page to completed script? Can you crank out a draft in just two weeks, like the experts? Or will your first feature film script be a marathon effort spanning years?
How to Introduce a Character in a Screenplay

How to Introduce a Character in a Screenplay

Craft November 17, 2023
In all forms of storytelling, a character's introduction is a defining tableau, setting the stage for narrative impact. This article examines the craft of creating memorable character debuts that captivate and reveal core traits.
Mastering the Art of Screenplay Structure

Mastering the Art of Screenplay Structure

Craft November 07, 2023
Writing a screenplay is no easy feat. It requires a unique blend of creativity, structure, and storytelling skills. One of the most crucial elements of a successful screenplay is its structure.
Exploring the World of Virtual Production

Exploring the World of Virtual Production

Craft, Production October 10, 2024
Discover how virtual production revolutionizes filmmaking by blending real and digital worlds. Learn about the evolution from green screens, the technology of LED walls and motion tracking, and key technical considerations.
Getting Started with Timecode?

Getting Started with Timecode?

Craft, Production, Post-production October 23, 2024
Timecode is an essential system in professional video production, acting as a digital fingerprint for every frame of your footage to ensure precise synchronization between multiple cameras and audio recorders. This is crucial for streamlining the entire post-production workflow.
Best Anamorphic Lenses for Sony FX3

Best Anamorphic Lenses for Sony FX3

Gear, Camera November 11, 2023
Looking to make your Sony FX3 footage stand out? Anamorphic lenses are a great answer. They're perfect for creating that cinematic, wide-screen look, and nowadays, they are available without costing a fortune or compromising on quality.
What is a Treatment?

What is a Treatment?

Craft October 24, 2024
Learn how to write a compelling film treatment—the 2-5 page prose summary that outlines your story, characters, and plot points. Essential for pre-script development and pitching to producers.
Film Budgeting

Film Budgeting

Craft, Development, Budgeting June 05, 2022
Filmmaking requires money, whether you’re making a short film for your final project in film school or a blockbuster movie, filmmaking always costs something. Even if you already own a camera a
Film Safety: How to Keep Your Cast and Crew Safe on Set

Film Safety: How to Keep Your Cast and Crew Safe on Set

Production, General June 08, 2022
Filmmakers can get lost in the moment when trying to get that one perfect shot, focusing on making their days, etc., the sort of stuff that seems like the most important thing in the world at that moment. But nothing is more important than the safety of your cast and crew!
Pre-Production Overview

Pre-Production Overview

Craft, Pre-production, History May 19, 2022
Pre-production is the process of planning and organizing a film before shooting begins. This phase is critical to the success of a film, and it involves many different aspects of filmmaking.