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Hey, I'm currently working on Pre-production for a WW1 Period film. My biggest hurdle, after securing financing (which in its self is a whole other topic) is securing the land for the set. The set is a Front line trench, which I would like to dig into the ground. Now where I want to shoot...

Hey Guys, Well I've decided to take the plunge and try and make money with film. I'm not going to go deep into my business plan but what I need help with is decided what gear is essential that I do not currently have. What I have. VG20 with Kit Lens NTG-2 with XLR to Mini Adapter Boom Poll...

Hello, In my arsenal I have a Canon XL1s and HV40 video cameras and I have a Nikon D3000 DSLR for stills. I am debating selling all three and purchasing a new camera (still in the process of researching). I am just wondering if it is worth selling them, or should I continue to use the XL1s as...

Hello... Me and a small group of friends are in early preproduction on an, as of yet, untitled webseries. Right now we are aiming to have a 10 episode first season and if it is successful make a second. Our goal is to start shooting in the summer of next year for a fall/winter run. I'll forgo...

Hello I have a Canon XL1s camera with a new MA-100 Shoulder mount with XLR inputs. For a microphone I have a Rode NTG-2 Mic. The Mic Records however it is very quiet. I can just barely hear it when I play the tape back as compared to the on board mic which is loud. Does anyone know how to...

Hello, It's been two years since I decided to quit school as a Graphic Designer and persue film... problem... I have yet to persue film, per say. I am a soldier in the CF Army Reserve, I am also currently Deployed. I own three cameras (Sanyo camcorder, an HV40, and most recently an XL1s, which...

Ok, i've been writing a decent bit lately, mostly shorts, and probably all will never be put into production. Basically what I have been doing was practice. I write then I have some people read and tell me what they think. But how long should I wait till I edit the piece? I read somewhere that...

Hello, I am currently on pre-deployment training and will be leaving for the Desert in a few short months. While there I plan on filming as much as I can, and hopefully edit it all into a documentary when I get back in a year. However most cameras I have seen seem like they would be destroyed...

Hello, in March of next year I will be heading off for a desert like place with lots of dust. I want to document my journey there and I am wondering if there are any Flash card capable Dust proof camcorders out there? I don't want a high end camera because I will be in rouged terrain and having...

I'm from Ontario Canada... I am a Reservist in the CF and have a fond interest in films. I have decided to dabble in the art of film making, by starting off writing but its hard to start off, especially with my calendar for the next year. I am wondering what are good resources for film...

I am currently starting to get into the film scene. Doing research and have been reading on this website for the past week and a bit. I am looking for information into this Camera and if it is a good low budget camera for someone who is getting into the field, and is interested in a low cost...