Learn how films are made, from the first idea to the cut
Find filmmaking teachers and publications for direction, cinematography and production.
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No Film School
No Film School is a filmmaking site with stories on film, TV and technology, aimed at helping filmmakers improve.
Why it is here: Practical advice and gear news for people who make films.
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Philip Bloom Blog
Philip Bloom's blog from a director of photography and filmmaker, covering filmmaking and camera gear.
Why it is here: Hands-on camera and filmmaking notes from a working cinematographer.
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FilmmakerIQ.com
FilmmakerIQ is a resource on film and photography fundamentals for people learning how images are made.
Why it is here: Film theory and practice lessons for aspiring filmmakers.
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Raindance Blog
Raindance is an independent film organization, and this is its blog with film and filmmaking articles.
Why it is here: Independent filmmaking advice and news from a film organisation.
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Prolost Blog
Prolost is a filmmaking blog by Stu Maschwitz that mixes filmmaking, visual effects and a love of camera and software tech.
Why it is here: Technique and tech write-ups for filmmakers and those working with video.
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Freelance Video Collective Blog
A blog from a freelance video group with articles on film theory, screenwriting, cinematography and editing. Aimed at people learning to make their own films.
Why it is here: Practical articles on cinematography, editing and screenwriting for people making films themselves.
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Independent Magazine
A magazine about independent film, with features, editor picks and a print archive going back decades. Useful for filmmakers and viewers following work outside the major studios.
Why it is here: Features and interviews on independent film production, useful for aspiring and working filmmakers.
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Film Riot
A YouTube channel from the Connolly brothers with filmmaking how-tos, effects tutorials and behind-the-scenes looks at their own productions. Useful for low-budget filmmakers.
Why it is here: Hands-on tutorials on effects, shooting and editing from working indie filmmakers.
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FILM CRUX
A YouTube channel with filmmaking tutorials, free resources and breakdowns of technique. Aimed at people who want to improve their own short films and videos.
Why it is here: Tutorials and free resources on technique for people improving their own filmmaking.
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Media Division
A YouTube channel for filmmakers that covers the technical, practical and emotional sides of filmmaking. Useful for people studying how films are shot, edited and structured.
Why it is here: Videos on filmmaking technique and storytelling aimed at people who make films.
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Indy Mogul
A YouTube channel for independent filmmakers hosted by Ted Sim and Dave Maze, with videos on making films cheaply and creatively. Useful for beginners working with small budgets.
Why it is here: Do-it-yourself filmmaking videos that show how to build gear and shots on a small budget.
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