The Mystery Behind Whodunit Films: What are They and Why are They so Popular?

If you’re a film lover, and you enjoy mysteries, there’s a rather strong chance you’ve watched at least a couple of whodunit films in your lifetime. In fact, most of us have enjoyed these films! Or a classic whodunit novel of the murder-mystery type. Certainly if you’ve ever played the game “Clue” you are familiar […]

How to Choose Correct White Balance for Film

What is white balance and what do you mean white isn’t always white? As a newly aspiring cinematographer, you might have heard people talk about white balance and how to choose correct white balance for film and there’s a good chance you’ve struggled to understand the concept. Since when is white, not always white? To […]

How to Apply for Film Guilds

How to Apply for Film Guilds If you work in the film industry, as a screenwriter, producer, cinematographer, script coordinator, director, actor, editor, or in one of the many skilled trades of the industry. You’re probably considering the idea of joining a union or guild. In fact, in some situations, you might be required to […]

What is Vamping in Film?

Various terms and lingo in film will have you questioning what it all means. This is common to someone entirely new to the industry. And for good cause! There are tons of film terms that have seemingly nothing to do with film. But which somehow are used commonly throughout the industry. Like vamping! But, what […]

Can You Work on a Union Film Without Being in the Union?

Whether you’re new to the industry, or you’re entering a union state. In which you’re facing new challenges in whether you can accept union film work or not. It’s common for questions to come up. Since the film industry is unionized in many states, it’s common for questions to arise among non-union workers. Who wonder […]

Does South Carolina Use Unions for Films?

Does South Carolina Use Unions for Films? South Carolina is a right to work state. Which means that it is against public policy for any member of the state to be denied work if they are (or are not) a member of a labor union or organization. Further, South Carolina states that any agreement between […]

What is the Purpose of a Dutch Angle Shot?

Filmmaking shots and effects are used in different ways to establish different appearances on the screen and to produce the desired illusions for the audience. For example, the dutch angle shot is a frequently used camera shot that can be used in a variety of settings. But what is the purpose of the dutch angle […]

Can a SAG Actor Work as a Producer in a Non Union Film?

As a member of SAG-AFTRA you’re probably pretty familiar with your contract and what it means. You likely realize that there are exclusivity agreements as part of your contract. What this means is that as part of your contract agreement you will maintain limited exclusivity and work only union films. Now, some members will veer […]

Do You Have to be in a Union to Get Health Insurance for the Film Industry?

Obtaining health insurance coverage when you’re working in the film industry could be challenging if you’re not in a union. Which covers all of these essentials under your contract. Most union members don’t worry much about their health insurance because rates, and coverage, are negotiated as part of the collective bargaining agreements covered under their […]

Does Joining a Union Help You Get Work in Film?

As you begin to embark in a career in filmmaking. You may be wondering whether or not you should join a union. Perhaps you’ve even done some research! And heard about some of the perks that come along with becoming a member of one of the various film crew unions that are available to industry […]