How to Describe a Fisheye Shot in a Script
Scriptwriters have a lot to consider as they plan out the details of a script for a film. As a newly aspiring screenwriter, or a filmmaker that’s interested in planning out all of the important details of a film including the shots that will vividly deliver the visuals to the audience, you may be wondering […]
Why are Some Film Roles Uncredited?
In filmmaking, there are times when an actor’s name will not appear in the beginning or end credits for a variety of reasons. When this occurs, we reference an uncredited or unbilled role. Actors can be uncredited in a film for a number of potential reasons. Including their own choice, or at the discretion of […]
What Does Tubthumping Mean?
The term tubthump comes up in filmmaking frequently. And is commonly used to describe the conduct of publicists or advertisers and agents in the film industry. But what does tubthumping mean in film? And why is it such a common term in the film industry? This is a question that comes up rather frequently. And […]
What are Zoptic Special Effects?
Over the years, many different styles of special effects have been used in the production of films. In fact, some of the earliest uses of special effects date back nearly 50 years when filmmakers first started to incorporate 3-D processes to create the illusion of movement in depth known as zoptic special effects. The zoptic […]
What are Rhythmic Transitional Devices in Film?
Transitions represent a unique part of the filmmaking process that can drive the rhythm and pace of a film. In fact, the use of film transitions and various devices to drive the film’s pace representing rhythmic editing, is incredibly common and important. But, what are rhythmic transitional devices in film and how do they work […]
What is a Room Tone in Film?
When a filmmaker is set to begin a film shoot, they will often enter the designated production space ahead of time and study the room tone. In fact, room tone is important to a film’s continuity. And is typically recorded for use in post-production. But what is room tone in film and how does it […]
What is Fable Like Tone in a Film?
Every fable has some sort of a moral lesson about it that comes in at the end of the story. You might recall fables from literature, or from the Bible. As well as from the stories that we all grew up with as children. But what about in film? Knowing how to recognize when a […]
What are Utopian Elements in Film?
Reference to both utopian and dystopian elements in mise-en-scene is common in the film industry just as utopian and dystopian elements are common to fiction literature. In fact, we’re probably all seen films that had some form of either utopian or dystopian elements to them. You know, the films that represent the end of the […]
What is Turnaround Time in Film?
Various film terms are commonly misunderstood by newbies and those just entering the film industry, and for good cause! They sure can be confusing. For example, you might have heard the term turnaround time. It’s almost guaranteed that you think it means the amount of time from when a film project is ordered until it […]
How are Transitional Devices in Film Used?
Film transitions represent post-production editing techniques that combine shots and scenes for various purposes. Many different transitional devices in film are used in post-production editing for a variety of purposes. In fact, the use of various transitional devices in film represents many important features. From controlling a film’s pacing and rhythm to maintaining continuity, transitional […]