Since starting my journey as a cinematographer I've had to watch movies at least two times. The first watch I'm always looking at lighting and camera movements etc ... second watch is when I actually pay attention to the story & dialogue ... 😂
#5 is very very true and very underrated. Flexible, teamwork-oriented, hardworking and considerate men and women will thrive in filmmaking. Just be considerate, do your homework, and leave no stone unturned like for everything in life.
I'm an aspiring filmmaker, and already made 3 short films as a way to integrate myself into filmmaking. They're all experimental so I can try different things as I go. That allows me to learn different things with practice.
Love your channel. I did not attend film school. I lucked into a job after the Marines, shooting news and commercials for a FOX station. A few years later I was a DP on bigger projects. As for lighting I followed Sir Roger Deakins always augmenting natural light sources. Unmotivated lighting is death. For camera placement and subtly psychological movements? Spielberg (see Jaws).
Film Art by Bordwell, Thompson et al was the first book a professor recommended to me in film school. She warned us it was pricey, but promised it would help us in every essay we'd write. She was not wrong. Used it for everything lol.
Your channel has taught me so much. Thank you for putting so much effort into these videos. They are really fun to watch and so educational. Will definitely buy a shirt to support this channel and look cool myself😎
It's been my dream to be a Filmmaker since I was 18 over 20 years ago but never could pursue my dream due to having mental illnesses such as OCD, High anxiety a bit of depression and also having a very poor education and a low I.Q. and having learning disabilities, I don't have a physical disability it's more mental but I wish there was courses to help people with all disabilities mental or physical in filmmaking.
@@easa9999 Yes definitely, that's what I see movies as a piece of art but not just by one person but many talented artists, one thing I don't have is talent but do have a huge passion for it.
@@robertobuatti7226 Talent is insignificant. This is a quote by James Baldwin. If you google it you can read the full thing. If it’s your passion I hope you find a way to pursue it while keeping the right balance for your health.
Maybe one of the most important videos for people wanting to get into the industry to watch. Particularly, the last 2 points. I spent years, working on trying to get into the industry, as I really didn't know anyone when I first started and making contacts is by far the most important thing. This really means having the confidence to put yourself out there (which I never had) and 'nobody' likes that arsehole on set, who just treats everyone like shit and takes advantage of others good will. The other thing I will add, is to be in the right place, it does you no good if you are 100 miles away from where productions are taking place because you can't make those contacts if you are not meeting people in the industry.
The Technical Specs section of IMDB is a good place to start. Otherwise from looking at BTS set photos or from articles such as American Cinematographer.
Overall a nice video indeed but I don’t agree with the Book referred, PWL is old and the methods,the equipments are old or may be I am too dumb to understand. Apart from lighting an Orange this book didn’t help me at all with any other information. Rather I found Cinematography: Theory and Practice to be a worthy one ,this book literally takes you on set with each and every minute detail . Even ASCMag monthly articles are mostly polished rotten foods,good for no reason. How every, there are specific articles in ASC that do help ,like the one which shows behind the scenes of Ida (may be some FilmBook series by Benjamin) . Hope it helps . 🙏
I totally understand using photos of big name cinematographers/directors etc when referencing the position, but using only white men is not helpful. I would rather see pictures of more diverse people pop up even if I didn't recognize them. Cinematographer doesn't equal white man and neither does director.
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Since starting my journey as a cinematographer I've had to watch movies at least two times. The first watch I'm always looking at lighting and camera movements etc ... second watch is when I actually pay attention to the story & dialogue ... 😂
Same 😂 it’s so difficult for me to pay attention to everything.
shouldn't it be the other way around :(
#5 is very very true and very underrated. Flexible, teamwork-oriented, hardworking and considerate men and women will thrive in filmmaking. Just be considerate, do your homework, and leave no stone unturned like for everything in life.
I would like to see a video from your perspective on how film festivals work, how you can sell or distribute a film.
I’ve indeed learned so much from making films myself, my first one thought me framing, and audio, my second thought me about screenplay
I'm a student from Ukraine, and you're video is big source of information and inspiration for me thanks for your work)
I'm an aspiring filmmaker, and already made 3 short films as a way to integrate myself into filmmaking.
They're all experimental so I can try different things as I go. That allows me to learn different things with practice.
Shouldnt it be the other way around
Great advice all around. Watching a lot of good movies is crucial. Once you see how good/great movies are made, you wouldn't want to make a bad one.
Well also watching a lot of bad film helps knowing what to avoid
@@samphyllobates4765 That too for sure. For me it is hard to finish a bad movie, I feel robbed of my time/money lol.
I totally paused this, watched In Bruges, then came back.
Ikr, excellent film
Love your channel. I did not attend film school. I lucked into a job after the Marines, shooting news and commercials for a FOX station. A few years later I was a DP on bigger projects. As for lighting I followed Sir Roger Deakins always augmenting natural light sources. Unmotivated lighting is death. For camera placement and subtly psychological movements? Spielberg (see Jaws).
In Bruges is an underrated masterpiece. Love to see it represented here. Great video!
Rear window and In Bruges are two of my favourite movies. Thanks for using them in this video
Your channel has been absolutely essential to my education of filmmaking. Thank you as always for these top quality videos!
I love that you are making really important video wich can impact a life. Thank You 🙂
Film Art by Bordwell, Thompson et al was the first book a professor recommended to me in film school. She warned us it was pricey, but promised it would help us in every essay we'd write. She was not wrong. Used it for everything lol.
Your channel has taught me so much. Thank you for putting so much effort into these videos. They are really fun to watch and so educational. Will definitely buy a shirt to support this channel and look cool myself😎
Now that you've used Rear Window in a video, you can work on a Hitchcock video please?
This is a great channel. Really nice mix of practical and philosophical content. Thanks for sharing your work.
Have liked your content for a long time now.. such positive energy.. keep it up man 👍
It's been my dream to be a Filmmaker
since I was 18 over 20 years ago but never could pursue my dream due to having mental illnesses such as OCD, High anxiety a bit of depression and also having a very poor education and a low I.Q. and having learning disabilities, I don't have a physical disability it's more mental but I wish there was courses to help people with all disabilities mental or physical in filmmaking.
consider filmmaking as an art form. you will be capable of things not a lot of people can do.
@@easa9999 Yes definitely, that's what I see movies as a piece of art but not just by one person but many talented artists, one thing I don't have is talent but do have a huge passion for it.
It's Okay if you couldn't become a filmmaker. You you can still talk about them through TH-cam videos or podcasts. Rob Ager is a great example.
@@jothishprabu8 Definitely, catchy name for a TH-cam channel.
@@robertobuatti7226 Talent is insignificant. This is a quote by James Baldwin. If you google it you can read the full thing. If it’s your passion I hope you find a way to pursue it while keeping the right balance for your health.
Thank you for making these man
Thanks for your video,man. Your content helps me with my choices.
My homework as dp, look each technical part on each film, how their set up.
Really fantastic video and advice here. Thanks man!!
Thank you very much, very good video, I am one of the many movie fans and this video helped me, thank you
Thanks for making this
You’re the best, my guy
Thank you
this video was much needed! Thank you
Love seeing some everybody wants some love!!
Great video as always
Can you list the projects that you have worked on. Where can I watch them?
Thank you for this!
Maybe one of the most important videos for people wanting to get into the industry to watch. Particularly, the last 2 points. I spent years, working on trying to get into the industry, as I really didn't know anyone when I first started and making contacts is by far the most important thing. This really means having the confidence to put yourself out there (which I never had) and 'nobody' likes that arsehole on set, who just treats everyone like shit and takes advantage of others good will.
The other thing I will add, is to be in the right place, it does you no good if you are 100 miles away from where productions are taking place because you can't make those contacts if you are not meeting people in the industry.
Needed this
good advice here.
Is there a particular website you use to know what camera, lenses, and lighting equipment is used for each film?
The Technical Specs section of IMDB is a good place to start. Otherwise from looking at BTS set photos or from articles such as American Cinematographer.
Overall a nice video indeed but I don’t agree with the Book referred, PWL is old and the methods,the equipments are old or may be I am too dumb to understand. Apart from lighting an Orange this book didn’t help me at all with any other information. Rather I found Cinematography: Theory and Practice to be a worthy one ,this book literally takes you on set with each and every minute detail . Even ASCMag monthly articles are mostly polished rotten foods,good for no reason. How every, there are specific articles in ASC that do help ,like the one which shows behind the scenes of Ida (may be some FilmBook series by Benjamin) .
Hope it helps . 🙏
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Number 3. Watch movies
Check.
Did that one a long time ago. And now I talk way too much about them.
Master of None new season on Netflix proves it's about story and movement of camera doesn't matter
Good.
when u lack sleeping, it becomes harder to keep calm when problems come on set, "take a deep breath" guys lol
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Sir please make a video on how to use light meter
7:58 which film?
Is it everybody wants some?
I’m here early for once
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3. Cinema
**In all seriousness, thanks for all of your content.
There is a page called "Angus Davies" who is copying everything off of you IDC.
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As usual nobody talks about actors and their craft.
Next video: "How to make a film without a camera"
I totally understand using photos of big name cinematographers/directors etc when referencing the position, but using only white men is not helpful. I would rather see pictures of more diverse people pop up even if I didn't recognize them. Cinematographer doesn't equal white man and neither does director.
also love the vid and your videos in general!!