Welcome to the Filmmaker Notes page. GREAT notes on filmmaking from every angle. A fountain of knowledge for filmmakers of all levels and practices. ENJOY!!
The BEST MOVIE MAKING NOTES ON THE INTERNET TODAY!
FILM PRODUCTION From development to distribution, what you need to know for movie production. Also check out the many LINKS on this page...
FILM CREWS On-set film crews and the duties they perform. Check out the PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT link on this page.
DIRECTING A FILM Notes on the process of directing a film. Check out the FAMOUS FILMMAKERS' QUOTES link, too.
DIRECTING ACTORS What you need to know when dealing with the all-important director/actor relationship. Good for directors and actors to read.
SCREENPLAY WRITING What you need to think about when writing a script. Check out the LINKS on this page on WRITING PLOT and WRITING CHARACTER.
PITCHING Tips and actual experiences of the fast-and-furious process of pitching your ideas.
THE WRITERS WAY Learning to handle your inner creativity, and how to express yourself in your art. Check out the MANY LINKS on this page
FILM PHOTOGRAPHY Cinematography in film, and the art of manipulating light and shadow. Check out the LINK on LENSES and FILTERS.
FILM EDITING What you need to know about editing a film, and how this unique art can make or break your film.
Check out the LINK on FILM EDITING COMBINATIONS.
SOUND DESIGN They say that sound is a third of your film. The rules of sound design, and what you need to watch out for.
ART DIRECTION The filmmaker's guide to a great film begins with ART DIRECTION
DOCUMENTARY FILM What you need to know about making a DOCUMENTARY FILM
WRITING A GRANT How to increase your chances when WRITING A GRANT.
FILM FUNDING Ideas on techniques to collaborate and cooperate to get your film made.
FILM DISTRIBUTING After your film is completed. Dealing with distribution. Self-distribution or hiring a professional.