If you’ve ever been confused about the concept of Depth of Field (DOF) and achieving a shallow depth of field cinematic look, you gotta see this. The purpose for using a shallow depth of field, is to isolate or draw attention to specific things (in focus) while excluding other stuff (out of focus) – this [...]
Ok, it’s been a while since I posted anything worthwhile – mostly because I’ve been busy with a project and celebrating my birthday and anniversary over the weekend This is definitely worth talking about! It sounds pretty cool. Haven’t read the rules, but could be a great way to get exposure, for your completed FILM [...]
Hey everyone, on Windows and Mac, here’s a free plugin — I just downloaded mine! For After Effects, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Motion, & Final Cut Express Giving Away Boris Continuum Glitters Unit to Plug-In Post Readers – $99 Value! First 500 Downloads! For After Effects, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Motion, & Final [...]
And here’s another great article by my good friend Eric Sherman, On Acting. This is a very good distinction between Stage and Film actors, but also a reflection on the importance of actors, without whom, even animations would be lackluster (i.e. voice actors). If you’re a brand new actor reading this, you may also want [...]
Here’s a really funny, and very well put together, trailer for the prequel to The Birds by Alfred Hitchcock! Warm thanks to FilmmakerIQ.com for posting this, and to NYSUfilms for producing it! Share on Facebook
I just came across a wonderful set of interview clips on FilmmakerIQ.com on an interview with Alfred Hitchcock. Personally, adore Mr. Hitchcock’s work, and find it nearly impossible to sit and observe his work objectively. Even with the sound off, I find myself being pulled into the story being told, and before I know it, [...]
Even if you don’t have a Glidecam, but another similar stabilizer like the Steadishot sold on Ebay or the Steadycam Merlin, the principles are probably similar. Big shoutout to CanonFilmmakers.com folks for the awesome tutorial! Whereas I don’t own one at present, steadycams are my tool of choice and will get one as soon as [...]
No question… film still has a better dynamic range, but you might be surprised at how close the Canon 5D, 7d and 1d, the Panasonic GH1 and the Nikon D3s look in comparison. As a proud owner of a Panasonic HVX200 and the Canon 7D — this is amazing to see. There are no technical [...]
