Kitting Out the Red Epic/Scarlet
Posted on February 3, 2012 in Cinematography | No Comments
Mitch Gross from Abel Cine takes us on a tour of a battle tested configuration of a RED Epic/Scarlet package available for rental.
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How to Make Sure You’re Ready Before You Walk on the Set
Posted on February 1, 2012 in Directing, Pre-production | No Comments
As a filmmaker, be it as a producer or director or both, you are like a captain of a ship. Once the production day starts and the ship has left port, everyone will be looking to you for guidance and direction. Nothing will sink your project faster than indecision – an issue that can be mitigated with proper pre-production work.
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Zombie AK-47 with Chainsaw Attachment
Posted on January 26, 2012 in Effects and Stunts | 1 Comment
Yes this is a real gun. It’s the ultimate AK Zombie gun made by DoubleStar Corp with a chainsaw, drum mag and aimpoint red dot. I’m not sure how well it would work against zombies, but I hear it is the current frontrunner in the Republican Presidential Primary.
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DIY Flexible Top Handle DSLR Rig
Posted on January 26, 2012 in Cinematography | 3 Comments
In this video, by Caleb Pike, he shows you how to build a simple yet efficient handle rig for your DSLR camera.
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Up with Cameras: eye3 Helicopter Drone for $999
Posted on January 25, 2012 in Cinematography | 1 Comment
Kellie Sigler and her husband have spent the last two years developing a low priced helicopter platform for aerial photography. Launching through Kickstarter, the basic 6-blade hexacopter with 24lbs of thrust can be yours for a cost of just shy of a grand.
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3 Simple Tips for Filming Indoors without Lights
Posted on January 24, 2012 in Cinematography, Lighting | 1 Comment
In a follow-up to 3 Rules for Shooting Outdoors, Chris Weaver gives 3 Simple Tips for shooting better footage when the action moves inside.
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3 Simple Rules for Shooting Exteriors with Available Light
Posted on January 13, 2012 in Lighting | No Comments
Call them guidelines if you want, Chris Weaver sets up three practical tips for shooting outside with available light.
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The Best Budget Lenses and Accessories for DSLR Filmmakers
Posted on January 10, 2012 in Cinematography | No Comments
Those new to filmmaking may get sticker shock when they realize they could easily spend as much or more for glass as for a camera body itself. Luckily, there’s a plethora of options out there that won’t break the bank.
Sure, you can spring for the autofocus lenses but they’re not always the most affordable [...]
Tarantino Directing Bruce Willis in Pulp Fiction
Posted on January 10, 2012 in Directing | 1 Comment
In this clip provided by Lions Gate for the Blu-ray release of Pulp Fiction,Tarantino directs Bruce Willis on set; Willis likens Tarantino’s directing to theater work.
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Creating the Impossible Mirror Shot from CONTACT
Posted on January 9, 2012 in Digital Effects, General Production | 1 Comment
In this DVD audio commentary for the movie Contact, Robert Zemeckis discusses how they created the impossible mirror effects shot.
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$15 DIY ‘Silver Flyer’ DSLR Steadicam
Posted on January 9, 2012 in Cinematography | 1 Comment
Jorge from Vimeo shows you how to build a DSLR Steadicam from parts bought at Home Depot. Quick Release plate is optional but it really helps to have one. Cost with Manfrotto Quick Release 577 is $60 without under $15.
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$25 DIY HDMI Port Saver for DSLR Cameras
Posted on January 9, 2012 in Cinematography | No Comments
HDMI Locks for DSLR cameras can be expensive. In this video Kenrik March shows you a easy way to lock down your HDMI cable for around $25.
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Anatomy of a 60 Minutes hidden-camera interview
Posted on January 8, 2012 in Cinematography, Filmmaking 360, General Production | No Comments
The classic ‘60 Minutes’ hidden-camera story has been done for more than 40 years, although according to CBS News this reporting technique is only justified in special circumstances today. Regardless, as you’ll see in this video, it’s also very difficult to pull off.
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Kodak on the brink of bankruptcy
Posted on January 6, 2012 in Cinematography | No Comments
The stock price of the Kodak camera company fell below 50 cents a share. Anthony Mason of CBS News looks at the iconic U.S. company formed in 1880, which now appears to be on its last legs.
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Kamerar Cinema Skater Flex Dolly Review
Posted on January 5, 2012 in General Production | No Comments
Olivia Speranza takes a look at the Kamerar Cinema Skater Flex Dolly – a three wheeled dolly that can do full 360 degree turns while supporting a DSLR or ever medium sized camercorders.
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