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…
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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…
PODCAST: 5 Fundamental Tips For Shooting In Natural Light
Micro-budget filmmakers often utilize natural light as a means to simplify production requirements and reduce time on set,…
Feature Film Update + Why I’m Locking My Film Reel By Reel
My upcoming feature film Shadows on the Road is currently in the finishing stages of post. Final editing…
My Review Of The Fuji X-T2: The Ultimate 4K Mirrorless For Narrative Filmmakers
A couple of months ago I picked up the Fuji X-T2 to round off my current lineup of…
PODCAST: Breaking Down The Budget For a $12,000 Feature Film
Many micro-budget feature films are budgeted around $10,000 – $15,000, and are produced over the course of 10…
Building The Perfect 5 Person Micro-Budget Feature Film Crew
One of the most common questions I get relating to producing micro-budget films is: How big of a crew…