Practical DV Filmmaking - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0240516575 ISBN 13: 9780240516578

Publisher: Focal Press, 2002

Synopsis

A guide for the complete beginner, Practical DV Filmmaking provides a practical guide to the process of making a film with low-cost digital equipment: from development through to production, post-production and distribution. Whilst the technical tools you need are fully explained, the book concentrates on filmmaking principles throughout, illustrating how these tools can be used to achieve stylistic approaches for innovative filmmaking. The book assumes no background knowledge in either technology or filmmaking and is divided into four key areas: DEVELOPMENT: turn your idea into a workable script, storyboard and schedule. PRODUCTION: develop skills to shoot original short films and turn a zero-to-low budget to your advantage. POST-PRODUCTION: learn basic editing techniques to enhance your original idea using iMovie, Premiere and Director. Free tryout software is included on the accompanying CD-ROM. DISTRIBUTION: set up a website and use the internet to promote your film. Includes numerous links to useful websites. Plus top tips for how to enter a film festival. Projects enable you to master each step of the process taking you through different aspects of filmmaking today. Gradually you will find out where your strengths lie and how to make the most of them. The book also encourages stylistic development by introducing theoretical approaches to filmmaking as well as a summary of 100 must-see films that demonstrate the principles of filmmaking. A glossary of terms plus an appendix of resources make this guide a one-stop essential handbook to DV filmmaking practice for beginners and students filmmakers. Actively encouraging you to further your career the book investigates how to apply for entrance for film festivals, while the CD-Rom offers 3 different tryout versions of editing software; comprehensive lists of international film courses and festivals; information on promotion and publicity and how to build a website; a film budgeting template and interviews with some of the key figures in the industry today.

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Review

"...A very useful book that....features extensive technical information, but is concerned with aesthetics as well. - American Cinematographer 'Practical DV Filmmaking will be of interest to many people I feel but especially those who find themselves asking questions like; Where do I start?; Whats a storyboard?; What is DV?; How does the Camcorder work; and what sort of movie can I put together? Practical DV Filmmaking does an excellent job of answering these questions and maybe a couple of thousand others (I kid you not).' - Des Owen, Creative Cow

About the Author

Russ Evans is a Film, Video and Multimedia Lecturer, internet broadcasting advisor and freelance writer on video production. Previously a graphic designer Russ has a degree in fine art and multimedia. Currently he is involved in setting up an internet broadcasting site for students in further education to broadcast their work.

Edition details

• Publisher: Focal Press
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0240516575
• ISBN 13: 9780240516578
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Editor: Evans Russell