with my time being a film student, i've gotten to know a bunch of films, tech, and materials we commonly use for film productions!
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EQUIPMENTS
GENERAL FILM TIPS
FILM RECOMMENDATIONS
EQUIPMENTS
have used this in film productions, its a decent camera to start of with!
Canon EOS M100 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 15-45mm Lens
tried and true, this is the most common camera we've used in productions! it's a very decent start for student filmmakers
Sony ZV E10 Mirrorless Camera, Interchangeable Lens
my personal lavalier microphone! used mostly for dialogue with the actors and actresses
Godox MoveLink Series II M2, Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone System
the all time favorite, clapperboard! mainly used to track shots for post-production
Clapperboard / Slate
can't forget a good printer for all production papers
Brother DCP-T430W Printer
studio lights like these are so, so helpful with setting the scene
Godox SK400II-V, 400W Professional Studio Light
boom microphones are different from lapels, since they're often directional!
Boom Mic for Audio Production
GENERAL FILM TIPS
love studio binder for all film-related tips! this one is about mise-en-scene, a general skill/tip for filmmakers when framing their scenes
What is Mise en Scène in Film: Definition and Examples
easy tips to start writing scripts!
The Fundamentals of Scriptwriting
shotlisting is a very, very important step in production, handled creatively by both the director and the director of photography
Shotlisting: Examples and Definition
post-production, the last step in film productions! usually where the editing, coloring, sound design, and scoring happens to bring the film together!
Post-Production — Everything You Should Know
production design is just as important as everything else!
Production Design in Film — How to Tell Stories Visually
lighting plays a big part in how your scene looks
The Ultimate Guide to Cinematic Lighting
FILM RECOMMENDATIONS
my favorite short animation film! such a feel good film and it doesn't get old even when rewatching. i love love love the art style and the characters, they're all so charming and cutee!
Kitbull (2019)
as a media and arts student, this is honestly one of the most relatable and realistic films
Frances Ha (2012)
a very interesting look into a niche japanese culture! this film was shown to us in one of our classes and it was such a captivating film, visuals and all.
Departures (2008)
fair warning, this is an experimental film!! it showcases the raw beauty of a mother giving birth. as in a legitimate birth caught on camera by the father. very intimate film
Window Water Baby Moving (1959)
a classic! the iconic, feel-good film
Little Miss Sunshine (2006)
bittersweet film to say the least, gave me mixed emotions when i first watched it
Past Lives (2023)
BEAUTIFUL FILM!! visually stunning and everything! it's about alienation of a korean-american family who moved to an arkansas farm
