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Filmmaking
Direct Your Movie from Script to Screen Using Proven Hollywood Techniques
Jason Tomaric
- 520 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
Filmmaking
Direct Your Movie from Script to Screen Using Proven Hollywood Techniques
Jason Tomaric
About This Book
Filmmaking the definitive resource for filmmakers, blows the doors off the secretive film industry and shows you how to adapt the Hollywood system for your production. Full of thousands of tips, tricks, and techniques from Emmy-winning director Jason Tomaric, Filmmaking systematically takes you through every step of how to produce a successful movie - from developing a marketable idea through selling your completed movie. Whether you're on a budget of $500 or $50 million, Filmmaking reveals some of Hollywood's best-kept secrets. Make your movie and do it right. The companion site includes: Over 30 minutes of high-quality video tutorials featuring over a dozen working Hollywood professionals. Industry-standard forms and contracts you can use for your production Sample scripts, storyboards, schedules, call sheets, contracts, letters from the producer, camera logs, and press kits
45-minute video that takes you inside the movie that launched Jason's career. 3, 000 extras, 48 locations, 650 visual effects-all made from his parent's basement for $25, 000.
Frequently asked questions
Information
UNIT 1 Development
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CHAPTER 1 The Script
Introduction
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Working with a Writer
- Ask for a writing sample. Read through the writer’s past works to see if his style, ability to write dialog, pacing, dramatic moments, structure, and plot twists are on par with the nature of the story. To get an idea of the writer’s ability, read the first 20 pages of one of his previously written screenplays and see if the script engages you. If so, keep reading. If not, consider finding another partner.
- Find a partner whose strengths are your weaknesses. If you are good at structure, then find a writer who is good at dialog and characterization. A good writing partner will bring additional talents to the table and balance your skill set.
- Talk with your potential writing partner about the story and make sure she likes the genre, story, and characters before working with her. For example, if you are writing a romantic comedy, look for partners who specialize or have an interest in writing romantic comedies.
- Make sure your partner has the time and commitment to work on the script, especially if it’s being written on spec (for free). It’s difficult to complete a screenplay if your partner has to drop out in the middle of the project or has obligations that may interfere with his ability to work on the project. Write and sign a contract that outlines the details of your working relationship together. Understand that when working with a writer, you both own 50% of the script, so if any problems occur during the relationship, the project may go unproduced.
- Work out the credit your partner will receive as well as payment terms if the screenplay is sold, optioned, and/or produced. It’s vital to work out the details of your business relationship before beginning work on a script, should any problems arise during or after the writing process.
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Writing your Own Script
Developing the Idea
Jason's Notes
- Do you want the movie to make money? Then develop a concept around the industry standard formula, with marketable actors, clearly defined genre, a tight three-act structure, and high production values. This can be the most expensive option.
- Do you want to make a movie for the educational experience? If you want to learn filmmaking or practice your craft, produce a short film and know that you won’t recoup your investment.
- Do you want to make art? Producing an artistic film that defies traditional Hollywood convention is risky because distributors tend to shy away from films they can’t easily describe explain to viewers. If picked up for distribution, most art films will find homes in small art theaters and possibly on home video, although the odds of generating a profit are slim.
Jason's Notes
Jason's Notes
Writing What You Know
Table of contents
- Cover Page
- Half Title Page
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Dedication
- Websiteaccess
- Contents
- Acknowledgements
- UNIT 1 Development
- CHAPTER 1 The Script
- UNIT 2 Preproduction
- CHAPTER 2 Preproduction
- CHAPTER 3 Budgeting
- CHAPTER 4 Breakdowns and Scheduling
- CHAPTER 5 Insurance
- CHAPTER 6 Locations
- CHAPTER 7 Casting the Roles
- CHAPTER 8 The Crew
- CHAPTER 9 Equipment
- CHAPTER 10 Production Design
- UNIT 3 Production
- CHAPTER 11 Production
- CHAPTER 12 Directing
- CHAPTER 13 Cinematography
- CHAPTER 14 Audio Recording
- CHAPTER 15 Hair and Makeup
- CHAPTER 16 Craft Services and Catering
- UNIT 4 Postproduction
- CHAPTER 17 Editing
- CHAPTER 18 Visual Effects
- CHAPTER 19 Postproduction Audio
- CHAPTER 20 Music
- UNIT 5 Distribution
- CHAPTER 21 Distribution
- Index