What is Fidelity in Film Sound? Throughout filmmaking, the use of sound is incredibly important. We hear sounds that are incorporated into films in a variety of ways. Dialogue, narration, sound effects, and music all accompany a typical scene and can be used to form sound transitions that draw the […]
What is a “Runner” on Film Sets? Film sets are full of working crew members that have various roles and responsibilities. Throughout the typical production you’ll find runners, cinematographers, the Director, and many other working crew members actively engaging in their responsibilities on the set and behind-the-scenes of the production. […]
What is a Sight Gag? Throughout filmmaking the use of various elements visually and audibly create a level of comedic excitement. In fact, sight gags are commonly used in filmmaking and have a variety of comedic purposes. But, what is a sight gag and how is this visual element used […]
When Did Magical Realism in Film Begin? Various elements of storytelling have the power to remind us of things we know, but may have forgotten for some reason. Like looking through an entirely different lens, the use of various storytelling techniques have the power to deliver a more clearly refined […]
How to Write a Script Outline Writing your script is a big challenge, but before you even begin the process of formulating all of those important details, you’re going to need to organize your ideas. Learning how to write a script outline is a big task for an aspiring filmmaker, […]
How to Write a Script Treatment The screenplay treatment or script treatment represents an integral part of the script writing process that every aspiring screenwriter must accomplish at some point. Whether you’ve got a great film concept or you’re just sitting on a basic idea, the film treatment is what […]
How Do They Make a Soundstage Soundproof? Building a soundstage is an important part of any film studio or set. Depending on the underlying needs for the production, the structure, size and soundproofing of the soundstage make up the key components of importance for the film crew to consider. In […]
What Does Slate Mean in Film? The film slate is a term that will come up frequently on the set and is often tossed around. Like other terms and lingo on the set, the term “slate” is used to describe something entirely different than what you may think. You’ll quickly […]
How to Write Actions in a Script Learning how to write actions in a script represents a big part of the script writing process. There are a lot of working elements to any script, and the actions that are to take place on the screen are equally as important as […]
