PODCAST: 5 Tough Listener Questions From True Micro-Budget Filmmakers
For the first time on the podcast, I take listener questions that were sent in via e-mail and…
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What All Indie Filmmakers Should Be Learning From French Cinema
The first French film I ever saw in theaters was Swimming Pool by François Ozon, which left me…
PODCAST: Why Making Movies Is Hard With Timothy Plain and Alrik Bursell
For the past two years Timothy Plain and Alrik Bursell have interviewed countless filmmakers on their popular podcast…
Shooting 12 Hours Worth Of Footage In An 8 Hour Day
As many of you know, earlier this year I launched a newsletter titled Micro-Budget Weekly, in which I share…
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…
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: 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…
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…
My Full Review Of Aaron Sorkin’s Screenwriting Masterclass
Having never attended any sort of traditional film school, I’ve always taken it upon myself to self-educate as…
