What are the challenges that independent filmmakers + people working in the industry (actors, crew, etc) face today? What tools do you use currently for the different stages of your production? What do you like about them, what do you wish for? [more inside]
posted on Jul 4, 2008 - 2 answers

How do I age someone for a film? Looking for something relatively cheap/easy. We don't have any proper makeup experience. [more inside]
posted on Apr 22, 2008 - 11 answers

Suggest online or DVD resources for a new filmmaker to learn about lenses, film formats, shot composition, camera moves, dialogue staging, and other aspects of cinematography & directing? [more inside]
posted on Apr 17, 2008 - 7 answers

What is the scariest horror movie scene - but taken out of context? [more inside]
posted on Apr 16, 2008 - 81 answers

Can I use my computer monitor as an HD production monitor? [more inside]
posted on Feb 21, 2008 - 5 answers

Looking for recommendations/opinions about programs in digital media, such as Boston University's Center for Digital Imaging Arts (CDIA). [more inside]
posted on Feb 2, 2008 - 0 answers

What do I buy a 15 year old kid who wants to make movies? He already has a camera, lenses and Final Cut. [more inside]
posted on Jan 8, 2008 - 36 answers

Can anyone identify a specific documentary that details a film maker's work with wolves? [more inside]
posted on Dec 30, 2007 - 9 answers

wanted: help with the source of and exact wording for a quote. [more inside]
posted on Oct 28, 2007 - 3 answers

A question for camcorder experts: Tell me what camcorder has these precise characteristics... [more inside]
posted on Oct 4, 2007 - 10 answers

What I should buy for $1,000 in the way of equipment to make a decent-quality documentary film? [more inside]
posted on Sep 27, 2007 - 10 answers

What would be a good, compelling subject for a short (7-15 minute) documentary film on an (for all intents and purposes) average college campus that hasn't been done a million times before?
posted on Sep 5, 2007 - 20 answers

Why do dumb videos have a knack of being popular online? [more inside]
posted on Aug 3, 2007 - 13 answers

We, a group of amature filmmakers, are in post and looking for festivals. [more inside]
posted on Jul 11, 2007 - 13 answers

What stories (short or otherwise) are begging to be adapted into a low-budget film? And, what camera should be used to film it? [more inside]
posted on May 13, 2007 - 34 answers

I'd like to sell some HD footage. Are there stock libraries that deal in video? [more inside]
posted on Apr 9, 2007 - 4 answers

How do I become a great video freelancer in NYC? I graduated from college last year with a degree in filmmaking. I know how to make videos - I've used decent cameras (vx2100, pd150) and I know my Final Cut Pro. Through personal connections, I was recently approached by two non-profit organizations asking me to submit proposals to do their promotional videos. I did and I am waiting to hear back. In the meantime, I'm freaking out that I may be in over my head. Any Advice? [more inside]
posted on Mar 14, 2007 - 9 answers

Which movies have the most interesting moments of specific, sudden dramatic turnarounds/"surprises"? (PLEASE, TITLES/RECOMMENDATIONS ONLY -- please keep this thread spoiler-free, thanks!) I'm interested in watching these movies with an eye toward what happens in design terms (sound design, camera movement, lighting, etc.) both during and just before the turnaround/revelation. [more inside]
posted on Nov 29, 2006 - 142 answers

Does anyone know of a good book for info on getting short animations funded? [more inside]
posted on Nov 28, 2006 - 3 answers

I recently bought a used Bolex H16 Reflex Motion Film Camera. Now my problem is. . .I have no idea how to load the film. [more inside]
posted on Jul 26, 2006 - 6 answers

How have different tv shows or movie franchises dealt with the death of actors between episodes/seasons/films? [more inside]
posted on Apr 17, 2006 - 53 answers

For people interested in film-making, which DVD's come with director's commentaries that are truly insightful and a cut above the norm? [more inside]
posted on Nov 16, 2005 - 41 answers

GonzoFilmakingFilter: So I am a student filmmaker with a script and actors and a camera and a crew and lights and... [more inside]
posted on Aug 2, 2005 - 14 answers

Resources for student or amateur filmmakers. I'm updating [my film site] to list useful resources or little known tips such as DIY equipment, free music scoring, free software, how to articles, etc. What can you recommend that is helpful? [more inside]
posted on Jun 26, 2005 - 4 answers

Can anyone point me to a helpful movie glossary that has a list of movie shots (pan shot, establishment shot, close-up, etc)? Looking for as comprehensive a list as possible with good explanations. Thanks.
posted on May 30, 2004 - 4 answers