Mentors. Behind the most accomplished minds in any business is a great mentor. How does one find a mentor in the industry? Mentors Provide Connections You have probably heard that in order to succeed in the entertainment industry, one needs connections. Essentially,...
It’s often said that in order to become a good filmmaker, one needs to watch a lot of films. Filmmakers have always been inspired by their predecessors, colleagues and competitors’ works. As a result, one can learn a lot through analysis and observation....
The filmmaker today. It has never been easier to make films. As of 2021, pretty much anyone can be a filmmaker. As with easy access, one can make a film due to the democratization of camera technology. What once required significant funds and crew members years ago,...
Truth be told, shooting days on a film set can be arduous and demanding. With early starts and late finishes, a film production can be just as physically demanding as it is mental. A shooting day is an element of film production that reaps the rewards following days’...
5 Skills to Become a Successful Filmmaker What does it take to be a successful filmmaker? It takes a lot. But the rewards are limitless. Filmmaking requires plenty of time, motivation, and strength. Being a filmmaker can be stressful. A profession where one is faced...
