The movie industry has long been filled with great talent and stars that draw audiences back to the theater over and over again. For...

For decades, Los Angeles and New York City have been synonymous with the film and television industry. These cities have drawn countless...

Starting the casting process might seem very daunting the first time you do it. You might be looking for someone with a particular skill...

When you’re working with a tight or even zero budget, creativity becomes a necessity. This is the reality for most filmmakers, especially...

The ultimate goal of making a film is to get people to see the film. But how do you do that? You do it through film distribution! While...

Ideally, everyone wants to hire the very best crew for their productions. However, student productions often don’t have that luxury. It’s...

It is so easy to take a picture with today’s technology. In any situation, you can just pull out your phone or camera and snap a picture...

Sustainability efforts have gained significant momentum across nearly every industry in recent years. This shift is driven by a...

The movie musical has long been a popular genre of film. From The Sound of Music  to La La Land  it is clear that audiences love seeing...

The year 2020 disrupted life in every possible way. We couldn’t see our friends, attend school, or go to the movies. The film industry...

Getting on your first set can be scary, especially if you aren’t sure exactly how a typical set runs or what the proper etiquette is....

Budgeting is a vital aspect of filmmaking that is sometimes overlooked in student filmmakers' education. It can be challenging to learn...

When you think of movies with phenomenal cinematography, most think of movies like Citizen Kane (2000), The Godfather  (1972), or...

The art of filmmaking has only really been around for about a century. But in this century, this art form has shifted and changed so...

In photography, one of the most important elements is how the photographer frames the photo. If you are starting your career in...

As much as writing a story may be one of the most rewarding creative endeavors, sometimes it takes some work to find the right story for...

When Harry Met Sally (1989), Sleepless in Seattle (1993), and You’ve Got Mail (1998)– when you think of these films you probably think of...

So you have come up with, found, or made a project that you really love? What do you do next? You find supporters. And the way to do this...

While sometimes it seems that all that matters is making a good film, as a filmmaker you have to remember that there is more to it than...

One of the most essential parts of making a movie is casting. Finding just the right actor is key to any project’s success. You might...