Filmmaking For Dummies |  | Author: Bryan Michael Stoller
Publisher: For Dummies
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ISBN: 0470386940
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Now updated--the step-by-step secrets to capturing great moments on film With all the recent advancements in filmmaking technology, more people than ever are trying their hand at filmmaking. Keeping up with the newest information in this booming field, this updated edition of Filmmaking For Dummies features up-to-the-minute coverage of the latest and greatest hardware, software, accessories, and trends--including high-definition technology and new outlets for films such as YouTube and MySpace. It demystifies the nuts-and-bolts of filmmaking, from developing a project and securing financing to hiring a cast and crew, editing, and getting distribution. This new edition also provides new movie examples and updated contacts and resources. Whether people want to become professional filmmakers or simply shoot quality home movies, this practical guide has all the advice and tips needed to succeed.
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 The Best Filmmaking Course on a Budget! September 6, 2003
scherf.com (Las Vegas, NV USA)
39 out of 41 found this review helpful
I always love to learn about subjects that interest me, and even though I may have read through dozens of books on a subject to gain the maximum know-how about it, it's always a thrill to pick up a read that is truly superb. Bryan M. Stoller, the author of Filmmaking for Dummies, has accomplished one of the best jobs on this subject matter that I've found so far over the years. He's categorical and precise and I'd call it the best Filmmaking Course on a budget. The reader can learn in this inexpensive book just as much as in many 8-week filmmaking courses that often cost thousands of dollars and the good part is that with this book you already have the notes printed in front of you. The author offers a volume of resources discussing the differences of using actual film vs. video and new 24fps digital camcorders like the Panasonic AG-DVX100 Cinema Camera. He has excellent chapters on lighting, sound and camera filters, as well as on the commercial aspect of idependent film distribution and film festivals, etc. This is a very practical, right-to-the point book and it's an enormous resource from a qualified guy who's been interested in filmmaking for a long time and who has at least 20 years of on-hand in-the-field experience. Stoller also offers very helpful Website addresses for further information, even where to buy or rent equipment, etc., etc. Every aspiring and even professional filmmaker will definitely benefit from this book. Amazingly, this book is so updated as if it was just written a few weeks ago including the newest technological developments regarding digital film formats.
Filmmaking for Dummies July 19, 2005
Gabriel Flores
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
The book is very helpful. It brings a lot of good information for new filmmakers. You can find tricks, terminologies, tips, techniques, and more to start your career as a new filmaker. There are many good material to learn. The author uses recent movies as examples. It covers many aspects of the filmmaking industry and how to make a low budget film. Beside, the book brings a lot of links to interesting web pages related with the filmaking industry.
Excellent refrence book! November 15, 2007
Cristiana DiPietro
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I recommend this book to anyone who doesn't read in a linear sequence. I tend to skip around in books to get the info I need and the way this book is formatted, it allows me to effeciently get the answers I want without any missed beats. Stoller effectively breaks down every aspect, from pre, principal photography, budget breakdown, contracting, scouting, editing, post to distribution and much more. For filmmakers, no matter what your budget or title(s), this book saves you money, time and a lot of guessing. Thank you Bryan Stoller!
the low budgeters dream guide July 12, 2009
D. S. BELL (portland oregon)
An excellent book for making your first second third and any other film after that. Being a big fan of the for dummy series, it was good to have a film making guide that covered every area of film making. From preproduction to postproduction. It is a good investment and a worthy compainion as one works on a size project.
GREAT!!! September 30, 2008
Nik (Brooklyn, N.Y. USA)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
If you want to learn filmmaking, buy this book. Filmmaking is too simple a process for universities and professors, to make a mess of (and they do). I absolutely loved this book and would give this book as gifts to filmmakers, etc. This book is in leymans terms, telling the reader what they need to know straight out. No games, no guess work, no tests... Get this book!!!
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