Omar Sharif Talking about the future of film making

I need to make a love story film for my film making class. I decided to do it on middle school love because I “loved” this guy in the sixth grade, but he dumped me for the slut. I was wondering how a sixth grade girl makes herself “sexy” for her boyfriend.

Discussing Zen film-making with Kevin Smith as I try to make it through a conversation short on sleep and long on caffeine… Be the film maker.

The national film festival of Cannes is celebrated for about 12 days in May. More than 200,000 people which includes film makers, film fans and many star gazers gather at the Croisette to take part in the national film festival. On the 12th and the final day around thousands of film are screened and many careers are launched and like another film festivals disappointment shows. More than 200,000 people gather. Also many stars form all over the world come here and grab attention.

The filmmaker has to do many things like writing a script, shooting the film, editing and then it has to be distributed to the public. This totally depends on how complex the subject is and also various problems that would come up while making the film.

Development: The idea of the filmmaker or any story that a producer finds is first transformed into a script. The source of the story can be many like it can be from a book or some play, or it could also be remake of a older movie. An outline synopsis is prepared as soon as the story is chosen. This breaks the movie down into various scenes, which are of one paragraph each. This is made into a treatment of 25 to 30 pages, which describes the characters, and the mood of the story.

Based on the story a screenplay is then developed which is then edited again and again until the story becomes viable. At this time the filmmaker would want to contact the film distributors to know how these films are doing in the market to make sure the film becomes a success. The film is now presented to its financiers. If they are impressed with the film then they will offer financial backing for the movie. This may be major film studios or a major film council or even independent financiers.

Pre-production: the production company banner is made and an office is opened for it. The company is made and then a life is given to the story on a story board and is drawn out using the help from concept artists and illustrators. The estimate budget for the movie is laid at this time.
The film maker then hires the crew which is determined by the estimated budget for the film.

Production: the filming for the movie starts now and more and more crew will be required. To help manage this stage in a film making process a director is hired and he will in charge of everything that happens.

Post production: The film shot will be of more running time and hence has to be edited and the best scenes are chosen and are made into a proper movie.

Distribution: the movie is then released in theatres and then is formatted according to the need. The press releases, posters and other materials are published and proper advertising is done. Now enough publicity is given to the movie and then it is launched.

However, for the independent filmmaker, all you need is a working script and you are on your way!

The competitions in the film festivals are usually open only to normal narrative films, but sometimes documentaries are also introduced. For example: Michael Moore’s controversial documentary ” Fahrenheit 9/ 11″ walked away with the prize in year 2004. The film makers are welcome to enter both features and shorts. There are awards in each category.

Mamma mia film making – Christine Baranski, Julie Walters, Meryl Streep, Amanda Seyfried, Dominic Cooper, Colin Firth, Stellan Skarsgard, Pierce Brosnan

This is the behind-the-scenes making of video for the highly anticipated short film titled, Train de Nuit starring acclaimed actress Audrey Tautou, directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet. This artistic piece will launch at 12:00AM on May, 5, 2009 exclusively on www.chaneln5.com. N˚5 the film is a tale of chance and fate a brief encounter between a man and a woman traveling to Istanbul on the Orient Express night train with an intertwining of two destinies that will be brought together by a scent …

Film industry is the probably the broadest and most creative field. In fact, film making field is highly competitive. There is much scope in this field  In order to be successful in this field, one must be artistic with technical skills and ability to express ideas. There are many Film and Television Institutes to realize the dreams of people interested in movie  making industry. After successful completion of the course in these institutes, you can find employment with Production Companies, Film Studios, Advertising Agencies, Government film making Department.  You can also start your own career as film producer, film director, film editors, soundman, cameraman, assistants, etc.

The curriculum in this field  is mainly based on the technique of digital film making. The programs include Animation, Visual Effects, Digital Design, Film & TV acting, Game Design, Film Production, Sound Design, Visual Art & Design, Makeup Design, etc.

Vancouver is a wonderful place for making films. Vancouver also owns the pride of having excellent educational services for film or media related courses. Vancouver has been widely used as a fantastic location for filmmaking from 1930. These film schools have been educating filmmakers and artists for the past 20 years. They offer an intensive one-year course that covers both theory and practical training in this  area . They prepare you excel in the this creative   field. They teach the nook and corners of film making using their established and respected industry professionals who are masters in film making field.

British Columbia (BC) has been known as an excellent production centre for making feature films since 1999. BC film making schools or institutes enable their students to learn the best and newest digital techniques. Once you complete the program at BC  schools or institutes, you can gain diverse talents for making a feature film. British Columbia serves as a leading filmmaking center due to its diverse locations and temperate climate, and also due to the depth of production infrastructure. Movie creation  schools teach you techniques in this field and procedures with the help of highly professional experts in this arena  

There are online courses in film producing, film directing, screenwriting, editing, Cinematography and film sound effects, to help people looking to start a career in movie production  field. Such online film making courses are ideal for aspiring filmmakers and film school students aiming for competitive career in this interesting  field.

This  industry is a vast industry.  You can make documentaries, promos, Tech videos, entertainment films, motivational films, art films, emotional films, etc. You can actually make a life out of it. Only if you make an effective movie or film you can shine ever last in this field.  Only then you can impress different people. Whatever is the type of film you make, it is very important to communicate your message effectively so that it reaches the audience.  An effective film incorporated with your idea and message can attract and reach lots of different audience.

Corporate films, ad films and TV commercials are one of the best way for any business promotion or product promotion. A Corporate film provides the complete essence of any company’s corporate image and strategy to its customers or clients.

Corporate Films have number of benefits like:-

1. Corporate films help in demonstrate products and services in a simpler way.

2. Corporate films help to add creditability and trust to  marketing campaigns.

3. It can be used to boost up corporate appearance at conferences, on exhibition stands and in reception areas.

4. Corporate films can also be used as part of corporate presentations.

5. Corporate films can show the the corporate image of your company, products and goals of your company.

As we all know that ads are made to impose the brand identity, to obtain brand awareness and brand association and to retain loyalty for the company’s products and services. Ad films, also known as TV Commercials  provide a complete image of the company in a very short period of advertising time. This will show your product, company’s image, and all standard services provided by the company in different sectors. Advertisements of this type are used to sell every product imaginable over the years, from household products to goods and services, to political campaigns and so on. These ads help in company presentation as well.

These ad films may include catchy jingles like songs or melodies that will completely attract the customers or clients for the company, which may remain in the minds of viewers for years after the span of the advertising campaign.

These ads can also be web cast on your website if you don’t publish them over any TV channel. Ad films can also be posted on video submission websites like YouTube and other video submission sites.

Ad film production companies help in making and promotion of ad films and corporate films. You can go to any professional ad film making company for the production of any ad film or corporate films. These days there are number of professional companies providing these services.

A film is a mode of entertainment that not only entertains us but also provides us with valuable messages and topics to talk about. A film is probably the broadest and most varied creative opportunity in mass media. Films, a blend of creativity and technicality are an important media, not only for entertainment and information, but also for communication. Filmmaking includes feature films, documentaries, newsreels, Promotional films, TV commercials, music Videos etc. Filmmaking and Film Production Courses train an individual about the intricate art form involving a thorough understanding of human psyche, collective consciousness and the contemporary global scenario.

The field of film making, which is highly competitive, is one that has a lot of scope for employment opportunities especially, India which releases a large number of films every year. The craft of filmmaking is a teamwork which needs close coordination of various skilled individuals. It involves acting, directing, producing, script writing, cinematography, sound recording, visual mixing, editing and so on. A film maker like the captain of a ship has to look at all these aspects of film making. He has to start at the very bottom and work his way up. i.e. beginning with raising capital for the film to its distribution, screening as well as all the stages of its crafting. There are specialized courses for all aspects of filmmaking in which students are exposed to various types of equipment and the latest techniques of film production. Hence, various courses are available in the field of filmmaking

Film & Television

1.) Courses in Audio Engineering
2.) Courses in Digital Film Making
3.) Courses in Media Technology
Certificate Courses

1 Certificate Course In Acting
2 Certificate Course In Film Direction, Cinematography, Audiography & Editing
3 Certificate Course In Production & Direction
4 Certificate Course In Professional Videography
5 Certificate Course In Sound Recording & Reproduction
Diploma Courses

1.) Diploma In Acting 2.) Diploma In Audio & Video Production 3.) Diploma In Cinematography 4.) Diploma In Direction 5.) Diploma In Direction & Screen Play Writing 6.) Diploma In Direction, Acting, Videography, Film Editing 7.) Diploma In Dramatic Arts 8.) Diploma In Film Directing, Film Acting 9.) Diploma In Film Direction, Cinematography, Audiography & Editing 10.) Diploma In Film Editing 11.) Diploma In Film Making 12.) Diploma In Film Processing 13.) Diploma In Film Studies 14.) Diploma In Freehand Animation 15.) Diploma In Fundamental & Audio Visual Education 16.) Diploma In Motion Picture Photography 17.) Diploma In Photography 18.) Diploma In Production 19.) Diploma In Professional Photography 20.) Diploma In Scenic Design 21.) Diploma In Sound Recording & Sound Engineering 22.) Diploma In Video Camera & Lighting Diploma In Video Editing & Sound Recording

Post Graduate Courses

1.) Post Graduate Diploma In Acting

Educational Qualification:

For undergraduate courses, basic eligibility is 10+2. For masters courses it is graduation. Candidates have to clear the written test, aptitude test and interview. Duration of courses depends on the course one opts for and the institution chosen.

Job Prospects:

Candidates can find good rewarding job prospect in the film industry with Film Studios, Production Companies, Advertising Agencies, and Government Department, which make films or start their own venture as producer, director, editors, cameramen, soundmen, lighting crews, and assistants & so on.

FILMMAKING INSTITUTES:

1.) Film &Television Institute of India (FTII): Law College Road, Pune – 411 004 (Maharashtra
2.) Jamia Milla Islamia: A.J. Kidwai Mass Communication Research Centre, Maulana Mohammed Ali, Jauhar Marg Jamia Nagar, New Delhi, 110025
3.) Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute: E.M.Bypass Road, P.O. Panchasayar, Kolkata 700094
4.) Asian Academy of Film & TV: MARWAH STUDIOS COMPLEX FC-14/15, Film City, Sector-16A NOIDA-201301, Uttar Pradesh
5.) Xavier Institute of Communication, St Xavier’s College: Mahapalika Marg, Mumbai 4000001
6.) Film and Television Institute of Tamil Nadu, CIT Campus, Taramani, Chennai 600113
7.) Tisch School of the Arts: Dean, Tisch School of the Arts, Mary Schmidt Campbell, PhD, 721 Broadway, 12th Floor, New York, NY 10003.
8.) Rochester University: Rochester, NY 14627
9.) The London Film School: 24 Shelton Street, London, WC2H 9UB, United Kingdom.
10.) UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television: 102 East Melnitz Hall, Box 951622, Los Angeles, CA 90095-1622
11.) York University, Department of Film: 224 Centre for Film and Theatre, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M3J 1P3.

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