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Making Short Films
by Jim Piper
Are you eager to express yourself creatively in short films, but donít know how to get started? Making Short Films will show you how to explore, innovate, and experiment in poetic and visually exciting ways. Throughout this all-encompassing primer, you will be guided and inspired by three hundred stills from actual student films. In addition, thirty of the more than one hundred films discussed are on the accompanying DVD, a veritable mini film festival of artful and meaningful films by beginners. Learn how to:
Develop a story
Write a script (or not!)
Operate digital video cameras and equipment
Compose shots
Use of a variety of angles
Apply natural and artificial lighting
Master editing programs on Mac and PC
Create special effects with the camera or on the computer
Assemble and record a soundtrack with dialogue, narration, and music
Discover the expressive world of story films, art films, and documentary filmmaking
Making Short Films also outlines numerous ideas, projects, and exercises to get you started. Through its minimalist approach and emphasis on smart technique, this indispensable guide will help bring your unique vision to life. |
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Reviews
“At last, a book that tells us thewhys and what ifs rather than the how tos. Brimming with insightful tips and practical, useful examples, Making Short Filmsis written with a deep appreciation for film as art rather than as a commodity. It’s the book I wish I’d had when I started my career. Long live short films!”
—John Kelly, Cinematographer
“If you love movies and want to learn how to make them, here is a book that takes you by the hand and sends you on your way to fulfilling your dream. This book is a direct and practical manual for anyone seriously interested in learning filmmaking at any level. I highly recommend it.”
—Peter Maris, Producer/Director
“Making Short Filmsis unlike any other filmmaking book I’ve seen. If you want to start thinking and working as a filmmaker today, then this is the book for you.”
—John Moses, Film Instructor, Fresno City College
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