PODCAST: An Interview With Literary Manager & Writing Consultant Whitney Davis
Micro-budget films have increased in technical quality by leaps and bounds over the past decade, but many still…
Noam Kroll
Why Color Contrast Is Essential For The Cinematic Look + How To Capture It On set
Having color graded countless films over the years in collaboration with other filmmakers, I’ve encountered my share of…
3 Story Structures Designed For True Micro-Budget Films
Story structure is the backbone of just about every film, and a true mastery of stucture is critical…
PODCAST: When To Quit Your Day Job And Pursue Filmmaking Full Time
One of the most universal struggles for filmmakers is knowing how and when to quit working at a…
Technique Over Gear, Or How To Continually Improve Your Craft
I write about gear a lot on this blog, and truly believe that having a thorough understanding of…
A Brief Review Of The Fotodiox ND Throttle Lens Adapter With Built In Filter
Years ago when I was first starting to use lens adapters with my Lumix GH2, I remember wishing…
PODCAST: Designing & Discovering The Perfect Cinema Lens With Ryan Avery
Cinema lenses are one of the most crucial tools in any filmmaker’s toolkit, yet many filmmakers have a…
PODCAST: The 5 Most Critical Color Grading Mistakes Made By Filmmakers
Color grading tools have become more accessible than ever, and as a result filmmakers are becoming hyper aware of the role…
Color Grading Rant: Why Protecting Your Dynamic Range Is Killing Your Aesthetic
As we all know, high dynamic range is one of the key ingredients needed to achieve a cinematic…
PODCAST: An Interview With Lift-Off Film Festival Founder Ben Pohlman
As one of the founders of The Lift Off Global Network of Film Festivals, Ben Pohlman has made…
Shooting Super 8mm Film For The First Time On The Beaulieu 4008 ZMII
I’ve made it a point to start shooting more film recently, as I have a Super 16mm project…
PODCAST: Making a Micro-Budget Short Film in 35mm With Ben Garchar
35mm film is still seen as the holy grail for many filmmakers, but from a cost perspective it…
