There has been a lot of excitement around the DJI Ronin 3-Axis Brushless Gimbal Stabilizer ever since it came out in the spring of 2014. A number of shorts have already shown off its capabilities. As another great example, the filmmakers of “Boo” have created a nice-looking short that – literally – took the DJI Ronin on a super rough test ride. The end product is very impressive. Continue reading Short film “Boo” shot using DJI Ronin
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Gear Deal: Softbox
B&H Photo Video has a good deal today for a softbox (dimensions 16″ x 22″). You can combine it with a light you already own or you could even use it with cheap work lights. Continue reading Gear Deal: Softbox
Indie Filmmaker Spotlight: Khalid Mohtaseb
Today I’m going to talk about a super talented filmmaker – director and cinematographer – Khalid Mohtaseb. Tom and I actually had a chance to work with Khalid back in 2010 when we shot together a project for the Risor Festival of Chamber Music in Norway. Continue reading Indie Filmmaker Spotlight: Khalid Mohtaseb
Looking back at “Famous Movies In One Take” Music Video
Today I wanted to look back at one of our most interesting videos – a music video we did with DeStorm Power entitled “Famous Movies In One Take”. This was a very challenging project and it came out even better than what we hoped for. We are super proud of it. Continue reading Looking back at “Famous Movies In One Take” Music Video
Why you want to shoot flat and then colour-correct in post
The makers of the indie feature “The House On Pine Street” have posted a great video on Vimeo showing the importance of colour correction when shooting digitally. Continue reading Why you want to shoot flat and then colour-correct in post
DJI Phantom With GoPro Mount at B&H for $379
B&H Photo Video has a good deal on a DJI Phantom, but it lasts only till midnight. Continue reading DJI Phantom With GoPro Mount at B&H for $379
Umbrella Lighting Kit for $50
Here is a very affordable lighting kit for a beginner in filmmaking and photography… or someone experienced but who wants something cheap and small (so that you can take it on small shoots). Continue reading Umbrella Lighting Kit for $50
Is Canon Forgetting Indie Filmmakers?
When Canon released the 5D Mark II in 2008 and then followed up with the 7D in 2009, indie film and video production was revolutionized. These cameras combined great optics with full HD recording. Just as importantly, their cost was within the reach of many indie filmmakers. The Canon DSLRs were all the rave. Continue reading Is Canon Forgetting Indie Filmmakers?
Is insecurity intrinsic to screenwriting?
Here’s a short but interesting interview with Francis Ford Coppola that discusses the challenges of filmmaking. The surprising revelation is the fact that Coppola feels insecure about his writing, despite his many great accomplishments. Continue reading Is insecurity intrinsic to screenwriting?
“Russian Roulette” – £50 short film with the International Space Station
“Russian Roulette” is a short directed by Ben Aston that has been very popular online. In fact, it won the 2014 Sundance London online short competition. It is a fun and clever film that shows once again that it doesn’t have to take a lot of money to entertain an audience. Continue reading “Russian Roulette” – £50 short film with the International Space Station