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I'm a bit confused on the specifics of funding a movie. If you get a script funded by a studio, does that mean it's no longer an independent film? Are there studios that only fund independent films as opposed to blockbusters, or does the phrase "independent" mean "no studio"? If that's the...

I'm editing my first film. So far I've been editing it without wearing headphones, I've just been playing the audio through my laptop speakers (which aren't super high quality). Tonight I tried editing while wearing my very high quality headphones and I don't know if it's just cause I'm tired...

Is it because old film cameras are so hard to operate that directors can't manage it? It seems like with the rise of digital, more directors are operating the cameras themselves. I couldn't imagine hiring someone to operate the camera for me, that's one of the most important parts of executing...

I'm a complete noob when it comes to cameras. I know for sure that I'm going to be filming on digital, so I'm curious about the range of looks and textures that can be achieved on the format. So far that only digital camera that I've done a lot of filming with is my iPhone, which I actually...

I've only made short films on my own so far, I'm looking to make my first real film soon but I don't know anyone who works in film. What's the best way to get the production together? I know it's not a simple process but I suppose I'm just looking for a starting point, since all I have at the...

I'm looking for the best books that talk about the process and such, I guess Rebel Without A Crew might be a good place to start but what are some others? Thanks

Hi, I'm new to this board and I'm just looking to get some insight into the real world of filmmaking. I've noticed through doing research and talking to some people that a lot of aspiring directors' attitudes seem to be that you have to grind for years doing low level jobs just to get an...