60 Second Film School

Welcome Back to the 60 Second Film School, possibly the first of its kind to cater to the internet audience for tips and advice on various film techniques.

The method is simple, based on various questions that have been presented to me, and because of the frustration sometimes experienced by people when they simply read about a technique, this page will build up Season 2 of the 60 Second Film School.

Season 2 will be more user-oriented by building the lessons based on the questions submitted to me via the website and through my MySpace page.

Lessons will be posted regularly and comments are appreciated. If you don't understand something, please feel free to ask.

Again, welcome back to Season 2 of two of the
60 Second Film School.

 

FAQ about this:
based on questions I have received so far

Q: Why are they so short?
A:
Because these should be viewed as quick answers to questions, not as a complete topical coverage. If you want to know more, there are dozens of places you can find on the net about these subjects, and any solid film book will go over it in detail

Q: I have a question, will you do a lesson about it?
A:
If I can, time permitting in my schedule. This is done out of fun, and not something I can invest to much time in.

Q: Can I submit a lesson?
A: Sure, but along with it, a release email giving me the non-exclusive right to have it on my site via revver.com

Q: Will you pay me to do it?
A: No.

 


Episode 003 - 4:3 v. 16:9

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This is an example of how fullscreen 4:3 compares to widescreen 16:9

Previous Episodes:

Episode 001 - filmmaking shots

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Remember that no shot description will be exact, which is why its a must to either do a storyboard, or a sample shot list, that describes your vision to your Director of Photography. One person's mid shot (MS) is another person's medium shot (also MS).


Episode 002 - Depth of Field

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This is an example of Depth of Field, but also shows you how to simulate Depth of Field with a consumer single chip camera.