Tag: filmmaking
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On storytelling and tools, which drives which according to George Lucas
George Lucas was interviewed by Charlie Rose recently in which Mr Lucas asserted: Whenever there’s a new tool, everybody goes crazy and they forget that there’s a story and that’s the point. You’re telling a story using tools, you’re not using tools to tell a story. Which is something I completely and unequivocally agree with.…
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Indie Game the Movie – a Case Study
Indie Game the Movie is a wonderful case study on an Indie movie that bucked the normal distribution method and prioritised digital for the life of the film. I completely agree with their method. I believe that there are many in the Middle East who will benefit from this model too. Have a look: Blinkworks…
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Are smartphones good filmmaking devices?
The uninitiated tend to look down on smartphones and don’t regard them as viable filmmaking devices. However, the plethora of awards deny that view.
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First delivery of the Sony NEX-FS700RH
We’ve just received the first NEX-FS700RH 4k capable camera system from Sony. Two more 100s on the way. The team – as you can see – are pretty happy ;) Ayan took the camera out in the field for the first time yesterday and we’re looking forward to analysing the footage and integrating the new…
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Storytelling gazumps equipment, every time!
The Story, is always king. The way to tell it requires expertise, creativity and fineness. Where in the previous two statements did I say anything about equipment? Those are the very last thing a storyteller should consider. While good equipment will probably provide a better final result when coupled with professional production techniques, “normal” equipment…
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