How to get the FILM look - MASTER CLASS!
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- How to MASTER the cinematic film look - THE ULTIMATE EDITION
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Summary:
- Set camera settings to “manual”. Practice until you can shoot in “manual”.
- Framerate. Movie theaters almost always use 24 fps. Smooth soap opera feeling is around 30, sport framerate even higher, etc.
- Shutter speed (should be twice the framerate). For 24 fps the shutter speed would be 1/48th or 1/50th of a second for a motion blur that looks ‘normal’. Shutter speed faster than twice the framerate can create a jittery effect.
- ISO (is camera’s sensitivity to light). In daylight ISO is usually ~100-200; indoors ~800. ISO that is too high causes digital noise.
- Dynamic range (is the range between the brightest part of the image and the darkest). If you expose for the shadows, anything in sunlight will blow out; if you expose for highlights, the shadows are too dark. If your subject is in the shade, shoot them against a shaded background… Unless you’re vlogging with an Arri Alexa.
- Picture styles. If you plan to color grade your footage, set your picture style to neutral.
- Focus. Nobody likes a camera searching for focus or “breathing”. Learn to shoot in manual and set focus in “manual”... unless you’re vlogging with Canon EOS R…
- Aspect ratio [Stylistic choice]. Usually 16:9 or 2:35:1 (ultrawide) is used. You can alternatively film in 16:9 and change frame size in post.
- Film grain [Stylistic choice].
- Audio. Bad audio will kill your video. People can tolerate bad video quality if it has good audio, but usually not vice versa. Give it as much attention as you give everything else.
- Performance. Learn about acting, learn how to use improv and guided improv to get natural performances out of non-actors.
- Framing & Composition. Rule of thirds. Give headroom and space to look. Central framing, leading lines.
- Film grammar. Film grammar is not about what but about how you’re shooting. When to use close-up, medium, wide shot? What is the psychology behind a shot? It’s like a language that you learn. It’s also like a language in the sense that it changes - different things trend, different styles are used, etc.
- Lighting (can make or break how cinematic a film feels). Separate an important subject from your background (or don’t, depends on what feeling you want to create).
- Natural lighting. Don’t film yourself at a window unless you want to become a silhouette. Unless you have a forgiving camera like Arri Alexa (but still).
- Depth of field (is the distance between the nearest and furthest objects in focus). Don’t overuse shallow depth of field.
- Music. Music can do a lot in creating emotions.
- Silhouettes can be “moody”. It’s a stylistic choice.
- Magic hour (is the 1st hour of the day when the sun is rising and the last hour as the sun sets). Light is well diffused and pretty-orange.
- Depth [not depth of field]. Rule of thumb: A scene with depth is less boring than one without it.
- Close-ups. Short on time? A close-up is easier to light.
- Texture. Textures are interesting.
- Interesting faces (can do wonders). Camera test everyone. You never know what the camera is going to see.
- Locations. Having a good location is like filming at the magic hour: Everywhere you point the camera is going to look good.
- Xmas lights can create mood, are a nice texture in the background.
- Transitions. How do you move from one scene to another.
Hi, I'm very beginner and new to this. Thanks for putting it down.. The shutter speed on my camera is in whole numbers and not fractions, so is 1/50 the same as 50?
you missed the most important point of all.... EXECUTION IS EVERYTHING
@@Christines_letters I'm very sorry. I just saw your reply. I think you're correct; 50 is 1/50.
Id rather watch the video
Too much reading
“Stop focusing on what we don’t have and focus on technique and story” powerful stuff! Thanks for the video!
Thank you all for your patience. I would upload more often but videos like this really take awhile to make.
It's a great video though. Very instructive! Out of curiosity how long did it take to film and edit the actual sort contained therein?
D4Darious how do you feel about using a phone's mic record audio.
D4Darious if you record audio with a recorder how would you attach it to your video during post production?
Procyon TV you add the audio and sync it with the video. I heard that the clipper or whatever the thing is called where it has the scene and attempt and time is to help with that.
Jess Thank you very much!!
You are talented bro !
Hilarious, entertaining and informative !
If there was an Oscar for TH-camrs, you will be handed the Oscar with no competition 😎
All the best, you just won a fan!
This aged well considering he won an Oscar
واو، سري الدين؟!
This is my favorite film channel on TH-cam. I've been studying film for 15 years and I still feel like I learn more about filmmaking from your channel than anywhere else. Thanks for making these vids, it's helped me a lot with the technical side of filmmaking.
I'm glad you really dig the info Austin! Sometimes it's hard to gauge what you all will find useful.
Keep doing what you're doing. You've got a gift for breaking technical stuff down for us layman lol. Plus I learned how to train to be a slap boxer, which is invaluable.
D4Darious I want to invest in buying my equipment.. I don't know where to start I do care about quality and price if it's worth it new or used. can you point me in the right direction- from laptop to software and everything in between.
I think it depends on what you are trying to do.What is your intention in filmmaking? Whats your end goal?Do you want to write screenplays, use a camera, record sound, edti? Have clear goals is very important
I knowwww! So right Austin's Obsession is mine too, Now ^_^" Xxxx
This was amazing. A thought to share with other viewers: take as much time as it takes, and take one small step at a time (drawn from 52 years of still photography and 46 years as a writer/editor).
This video is dope.
Your videos always have me saying, "Okay, I can do this..."
Man Listen. I thank you. I've learned so much from you. Not just about film, but also confidence, using what you have and not worrying about being perfect. It was a struggle for me but... thanks. Once I drop my first TH-cam Documentary, I'll let you know. Thanks again.
That blocking when she crosses the frame to reveal shadowhands has entered...... No gadget can replace that type of cinematic feel - awesome stuff, another long time huge fan here.
Exactly!!!
I was just thinking about this quarantine situation, lack of money, job and equipments. This video made my day, thank you so so much!!! Your videos are informative and entertaining at the same time and that's the best thing ever. (Watching from Turkey)
Wow, I was going to take an online course on film making a cinematography and after watching your videos, why waste the money. You rock!
I second this comment, it's laid out perfectly, aspiring filmmakers have zero excuse, that slap box short filmed with no lighting was awesome, and its all one needs to get it crackilackin!!!! And I'm sure it just gets better from there, !!!!
I'm SO glad I found your channel and these videos man! You do a great job with them. People don't realize how much the cinematic effect plays on your videos!
I have been researching how to produce a movie in the most "cinematic" manner, and i just have to say that this has been the best and most informative video on this subject! Thank you!
I jus made video on this as well..check it out for more tips ;)
Dude, this was great! Your short film at the end was awesome! I was kinda skeptical when you said you recorded in-camera, but it was smart tackled with the camera being really close as a POV. To be honest I didn't even notice all the technical shortcomings because I was pulled in by the story and story telling. This proved once again that story is king!
This video should have millions of views!
a billion at least
a billion and one
Yea okey
Dude YOU RULE. In an industry of gearheads, it's so refreshing to hear and see work from a down to earth FILMMAKER. Love your editing style, sense of humor, and attitude. Thank youuuuuuu.
DAMN. That was amazing. I really should stop procrastinating
Forreal
First time I watched the short I did not notice just how DOPE the smoke fade to white transition was. Oooh so good
Great video .. eventhough it was 32 minutes long , it felt like it was over in 5 minutes ..was not bored once during the whole vid...
+Jimmy Jong A Pin I'm glad you Doug it Jimmy ;)
sorry, d4darious. your short movie isn't cinematic or film lookish. so the camera is relevant. stop telling people that camera is not important. morron :D stop killing peoples dreams idiot!
@ - Jimmy Jong A Pin - Agreed!
@@Vertabraker101 his short movie was everything but not cinemati. why is nobody complaining? are you all blind to beautiful images ?
@@bestboy007 Hey Mr. talentless hack. This $15 budget film work is a masterpiece in comparison to that amateurish video on your page entitled 'You're Not Alone teaser trailer'. Probably should've saved some $$$$ on your little BMPCC and flew Darious out to shoot your idea properly for you, troll. I think you ARE alone. LOL. Smh.
You're inspiring man! All of your efforts to educate people seeking a knowledge in this craft doesn't go unnoticed and is greatly appreciated so keep going! I'm truly happy I subscribed.
My first comment was cheeky and shallow and posted before I saw your film.
Dude, you're 100% right and it goes for everything in life. People focus on what they don't have instead of making a small difference in the lives of those around them.
More microfilms.
More doing.
More stories.
+MrPisster thank you for commenting and sharing your thoughts on this Bruh!
Ive never seen anyone with this amount of knowledge on this subject. Ive watched almost every video of his and Ive worked in the film industry. And this man is literally and legitimately legit, legally, a literal legitimate legend.
Your little rendition made my head spin. xD
lol
Thanks for what you do. I have learned a lot by watching your films and i hope that i can inspire in the way you do with the breakdown. Peace
Completely agree with everything you said in the video, getting the film look is a lot more than just fancy shots and camera settings which are both important, but not to the degree people talk about them. The short was great, simple story but executed very well. I think the performances were perfect, which is also down to good casting and direction. Something we are going to start doing is creating smaller short films or just scenes more often just so we can shoot and learn more. Also love the fan sound trick, work really well.
The Film Look that fan was genius for sure.
This is an amazing video. Great job. Excellent teacher.
Fantastic video, this is probably the best film making video i have ever seen. Thank you so much for all the info. This video really inspired me and i learnt so much. Keep up the great work
Thank you CoolBeans ;)
I spent 5 years of my life self studying and asking opinions from experts about filmmaking and I'm surprised that all the knowledge I gathered are explained comprehensively in this video. Great job bro! Enlightenment in need.
I wish I could like this video five times! Thank you.
WoW. Thanks for the support Jonathan!
Jonathan Chapman like johny apleseed?
i don't even make films, and i loved the information in here, Thanks Homie!
Best video ever. 32 minutes and every minute was informative! Thanks!!
I have to say, I am stunned by your creativity. you really think outside the box, that is something that I pay attention to. I have viewed several youTube channels in search of film making information and I must say that you have a unique way of presentation that keeps one's attention. Your work with the 60D under conditions that did not seem possible is inspiring. That just goes to show how much one can do when knowledge is obtained.
Man, I'm just starting to get into filmmaking and yours are the best filmmaking videos I've seen, you're talented and fun to watch, and I totally agree with your thinking and way to do things out of the "academic style" and finding your own way to work around problems. Shame I just discovered you, I have a lot to catch up!! Thank you for the videos!!
Your instruction is a story that makes me feel like it is a very personal interaction one on one between us. What a beautiful gift. Thankyou
You’re so incredibly kind and wonderful for making such a detailed and helpful video. I hope you see more and more success! I’m so glad I found your channel.
You really are the best teacher. You keep things basic and stress-free.
One of the best training videos. This will definitely take my work to another level!! Thanks for giving back
This simultaneously felt informative enough so I get the "tricks of the trade," but accessible enough that a beginner can understand without feeling overwhelmed. And the little background comments and transition titles just make me smile, so you've earned a sub from me :D
Man! I have watched way too many video tutorials on film making before finding your channel. Even if your clips considered "long" by TH-cam ADD standards, but they are both entertaining and insightful. it is also great to see all your you say put to work like you do! Keep it up!!!!!!
One of the best film videos I’ve seen...EVER. I was glued to screen, the entire time. It opened my eyes to why can be done and how to think about and approach filming. Thanks for posting!!
This video is so dense with information, super entertaining to watch and your glasses game is strong. Subscribed. Seriously, I wanna know where you get your specs.
Just arrived in L.A without a budget for a film school, I'm surviving my way to my first feature and you just saved for me tons of time. This video was full of titles, helpful as a personal guide, everything in one place and the rest is on us to get better and search for more. The hunger will do the rest.
That was pure Art what you just did, the way you choose to present the subjects via not a complacent second wrapped in bright humor, every content comes with a simple clear example, concise and lenient with every ear.
I hope many people will acknowledge your work outside of this channel because so much useless knowledge about the craft of filmmaking is out there.
Thank you for 32 minutes of spectacular time of pen runs like a madman on the page.
Your videos endorse our vision, your way to teach is one of a kind because "You can't duplicate a life work when its the artist's energy and character which holds it together"
Amazing. Can't remember the last time I've learned so much in 30 minutes. Can't wait to take these new tricks to the streets! Thanks! I can't imagine how much time and effort this tutorial must have cost.
I want more and more of your shtuff, but your quality and content are crazy good, so don't change that. I just have to say this vid is crazy in-depth and exactly the reason I browse YT for far too long. I love the short! The six minutes of story built everything up for exactly one laugh (where your character came in).... to me this is the magic of filmmaking. The title and content make you think this is going to be something funny, but the way it's shot and framed turn into a serious drama, just to reel you back in for that one shot to bring it all home. Well done DB!
Man, this video is so awesome! It's like a condensed filmmaking course for those starting out. It took me a lot more time than 30mins when I was learning these stuff. I like the way you explain stuff, very interesting. And that short film looked very nice on my phone, despite the fact that it was shot on a potato camera. Great content overall!
Thank you for the love. It shows that you truly care about the film dreams of others.
GREAT VIDEO D4Darious!!! I really appriciate you for making these videos it really helps out inspiring filmmakers.
Thank you!
Wow, such a gem amongst all the different filmmaking tutorials here in TH-cam! Thanks a ton for going in depth!
2:40 I just love how other people, when they set their ISO to 6400, they have the same amount of noise I have if I set my ISO to something like 400-800
Lol me to
cuz you don't expose properly
@@edh615 elaborate please
@@pikasfed well from what I've read and tested, you can get less shadow noise and greater midtone colors by increasing the ISO in many occasions, as most digital cameras capture much more information in the highlight range. So you'll get better quality exposing the midtones(or the range you want to show) in the highlight range even if you are almost or a bit clipping than to expose for the highlights with a lower iso and then bring up the levels in post. The perfect scenario tho would be ISO 100(increasing ISO always reduces dynamic range) with strong lights without hash shadows so most of the information is captured in the highlight section of the histogram.
@@edh615 yeah I totally agree on that, but that only works on higher budget cameras, as cheaper cameras (like mine) struggle to get a clean image even at and above 400 ISO where there should be something really dark or close to pitch black, and overshooting it would only give you the same amount of noise you'd have if you exposed the scene correctly, brightening it up in post. Moreover increasing ISO also reduces image sharpness and color depth/details. on more expensive cameras it's way less noticeable, but on cheaper gear it's almost impossible to get a noise free image from sunset and on.
I'm saying unless you increase contrast pure pitch black just doesn't exist. if you want to get an shot like a candle in the dark, where you can only see the candle fire and then pure black, that's just not gonna happen
EDIT: Of course you can get expensive fast lenses, sharp as a razor that allow you to shoot at like f/1.4 with ISO 100 or 200 and get a beautiful image, but we might not necessarily want all that bokeh and that goes beyond the point, that relatively cheap gear is just shameful to sell, but at least that has been my experience with Canon
This is hands down one of the best things I've seen on this platform. Brilliant.
This was soooooooo awesome!!! I NEED TO GET OUT AND FILM!! Thank you so much for this!!
Man... Not knowing what I don't know is mind blowing... Thank you. At 42yo, I'm starting to embark on my desire I had when I was in high school... I will keep watching, learning & practicing....
Just started with this. And you are the best. Thank you.
Wow. Amazing. Superb. Awesome. Love it.
this vid earned you a sub (: awesome
90% skill ,5% equipment 5% patience 😊
Best 30mins I’ve ever spent on TH-cam. Your channel is definitely one of the beat when learning about filmmaking and definitely one I refer to consistently when in need of some pointers on how to get better
Hahaha, the whispers cracked me up.
They never get old 😁
Especially the I'm sorry forest😂😂😂
So free
Not everyone can know about something and teach what they know. You can do both. Thank you. This was very helpful and motivating in getting ready to film with limited resources.
The best tutorial I've seen. Man, you're awesome. You should collab with Peter Mckinnon.
I absolutely love the work you put into each video...
You don't do things by halves!
Absolutely incredible
New to your tutorials... You're incredible bro!
That film looks fantastic! No lights, mic in camera and still sounds and looks amazing
what about applying an ND filter when there's harsh lighting?
that's one thing i was thinking about too!!!
Good to go! :)
My g this is some gold u laying out here! Every time I step up my game my benchtest is how well my film making improves with my iPhone. It’s really encouraging to see that great work is possible with underwhelming materials
“It would have cost more, but I only filled up my gas tank halfway.”
5 years later this video still holds up!! Great job and excited to watch more!!
“this must be how rihanna felt” HAHA
HaHaJa where arebthe anyana are going with the big Guns.
This is a masterclass in filmmaking , Darius is a natural teacher. Shout out to the actors (are they professional?) composition , script, direction, understanding lighting and audio also pay dividends. Thanks, great stuff.
do you use storyboards?
I think he only uses script
I finished watching -your use of the fan in the fight scene music was pure creative genius BRAVO
I had to find out if you are a graduate from a film school. saw the video talking about the pro's and con's and your exp. If anyone wants to know the worth of film school, look at what this guy did with his short and look at what DSLRguide did with his minimal set up video. Its night and day.
Daniel Mendenhall are you advocating film school?
They're completely different films filmed with completely different setups I'm not sure what your point is.
I'm just now experimenting and learning more and more. I think the best takeaway.... is to just start & go for it. I love that you're showing so many examples. I love your passion for it all too!
"As you can *see* , it doesn't *sound* really good" Umm 😂😂
Samuel Heinrich Idk what you’re talking about I can see radiowaves
@@tiffy_loves _synesthesia_
i seriously am in love with you lol. you get straight to the point and answered so many questions that i was thinking of. I dont do film but I do incorporate little things into my outube channel. Thak you so much from the bottom of my heart
Had to stop mid video to tell you you a fuckin boss. Well done my man.
+Jamie Pene-Gestro glad you dug the video Jamie ;)
I've spent weeks looking at different film making tutorials and this video has corrected so many of my video errors, Thank you so much!!!!
"This must've been how Rihanna felt..." LOL I'm dying
I think making a joke about domestic abuse can be funny, sure. But NOT when the target of the joke is the person who was hit. You laugh because that's the luxury of being born a dude. Maybe if you took a moment to think abut it, or consider how many women have the shit beaten out of them by their partners, you'll realize this joke was in really poor taste.
Bro. You're honestly underrated as hell. It's crazy. Cause all your content is amazing!
"This must be how Rihanna felt" quote of the year, lol.
BEST VIDEO I'VE WATCHED IN A WHILE.....
I mean the way he get his points across is out of this world. Genius!!
You.
I like you.
I absolutely LOVE the whispers in the background!!!
"This must be how Rhianna felt" LMAO
You are a genius @D4Darious, 3 years later and this video is still priceless. 🙏
rogue ninja of the hidden leaf
I am learning so much from these videos.Thanks for taking the time to explain the why and showing the differences.
this is one fucking beast of a video my man
It definitely took a lot of work.
Now THAT was AWESOME!!! You obviously put a LOT of work into this video to help people/me with our filming/photography. The MANY little helpful tips such as frame rate, shutter speed, transitions... ALL OF IT, literally from start to finish, I found to be well done/put together and very helpful. One of your best!
How did you know I shoot all of my films on a potato 🥔
Excellent video, both the lesson and the short film. Thanks for inspiring 👍🏻
Is no one going to bring up the content cop theme song
when your at the point where you include an entire shortfilm inside a video just to show people you dont nned much to make a short film, you must be an awsome person.
your awsome Darius!
14:32 Isn’t this referred to as “Golden Hour” and not “Magic Hour”?
The terms are interchangeable from what I’ve known
Flush Fries “In photography, the golden hour is the period of daytime shortly after sunrise or before sunset, during which daylight is redder and softer than when the Sun is higher in the sky. The period of time shortly before sunrise and shortly after sunset is called the "magic hour," especially by cinematographers.” - Wikipedia
Looking at the footage in the video, I think he means Golden Hour. I didn’t realise that Magic Hour was even a thing. Oh well, every day’s a school day!
Mikey Robins Oh cool. Guess you’re right!
This is so helpful! I was just talking about some short film ideas with a friend the other day and we were trying to figure out how to get a cinematic look on a tight budget and this gives me so many new ideas!
"You never know what the camera gonna see"
I know you that right.
Probably the most engaging and entertaining educational content I've had the pleasure of watching. Thank you for sharing your gifts.
Excellent and realistic approach to filmmaking.
Greetings from Bogotá, Colombia.
How am i just now discovering your channel... This information is GOLD.
This is one of the awesomest things i've seen on the Internet man. Greetings from Argentina. Thanks for all of this. For real.
I really love your transitions! That robotic "picture styles" or "dynamic range" or etc is awesome. Like you had a real Terminator on your voiceovers! Subscribed