Trial and Error VS. Education - - - BEST way to learn?

[drc]

Hey every one,

In your opinion, which of the following is a better way to learn film making or a particular aspect of it.

1. Trial and Error, making low/no budget films, learning from mistakes and criticisms, watching movies.

2. Learning as much as you can about film making, either through school or on your own, and after you've mastered the theory of it, starting.


I'm very interested to see what people say.


Thanks.

 

[Cracker Funk]

"It's not what you know it's WHO you know."

I've met some great people via trial & error AND through school. Both are invaluable. MEET people and let everyone know that you're involved in film - you might not be talking to someone that is involved but they might know a cousin/friend/brother/grandfather/neighbor that they'll be happy to hook you up with.

Network like Carl Banks.

That's Carlton Banks! Sheesh.

 

[wheatgrinder]

I dont know who that is? google time!