What is the 30 Degree Rule in Film? Filmmaking and editing has many different rules that cinematographers and film editors are expected to follow or to consider. You might have heard some of these rules such as the 30-degree rule, the 180-degree rule, and the rule of thirds. One of […]
How Much Time Does it Take to Shoot a Typical Scene? Filmmaking is hard work that requires a lot of working parts to come together during shoot day in order for the process to go without a hitch. Rarely is any project the same as the last. In fact, projects […]
Here’s What Documentary Filmmakers in Boston Actually Do Documentary production is exciting and eventful, both for the producer and for the filmmaker. The end result is incredibly engaging for the audience. But if you’re new to the filmmaking process or you’ve never specifically created a documentary before, you’ve probably got […]
6 Powerful Traits All Boston Female Filmmakers Must Have for Success The filmmaking industry has largely been dominated by male workers since the beginning, but times are changing and even the film industry is adapting to the idea of women in the workforce. Now more than ever before, Boston female […]
5 Tips for Joining the Filmmaking Community in Boston The filmmaking community in Boston is a collaborative group of diverse, talented filmmakers that regularly network and communicate with one another on upcoming events, projects, and activities for members of the film community. If you’re an aspiring filmmaker that recently moved […]
How to Start a Film: Story Writing Tips The first few minutes (or seconds for short-films) are absolutely vital for any story. Learning how to start a film (or movie) is all about coming up with the opening sequence that will grab the audience’s attention and hook them in such […]
Top Documentary Camera Choices for Every Budget Are you a filmmaker that’s thinking about upgrading your equipment and adding a documentary camera or getting your first camera so that you can produce documentaries? If documentary filmmaking is on your mind, and you want to capture a mix of impactful interviews […]
Film Production Tax Deductions for Video Creators Filmmakers, video production professionals, and those who produce animations are frequently interested in learning about the ways that they can save money when tax time comes. The truth is, there are several film production tax deductions for video creators depending on the size, […]
Motion Graphics Tips & Tricks Filmmakers Must Know Motion graphics are really something that you probably instantly think of a professional for when considering production, but there are some ways that you can achieve semi-professional looking motion graphics shots on your own. In fact, working with motion graphics doesn’t necessarily […]
How to Make a Snorricam At Home Referred to more frequently in home camera use or by those using a GoPro as a chestcam or a body mount camera, the SnorriCam was used on film sets decades before it became popular for at home use. Today, many aspiring filmmakers, and […]
