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How to Come Up with Movie Ideas

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Someone sent me this question yesterday through my contact form: Could you write about how you get ideas for your movies? I love film and I’m longing to make some shorts of my own, but I always find myself stumped. You’ve done some incredibly cool and creative stuff, though, so I thought you might be … Continue reading

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Film Riot: An Internet Show for Aspiring Filmmakers

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Right now, my favorite internet show is Film Riot. The biweekly program (Mondays & Thursdays) gives all sorts of tips on low budget filmmaking. Hosted by Ryan Connolly, a graduate of Full Sail University’s film program, Film Riot shows ways to achieve special effects with little or no money. Topics already explored include how to … Continue reading

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5 Mistakes to Avoid in Video Production

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I sometimes get asked by friends and kids at school for tips on making videos. I’m no expert by any means, but I’m always able to give some advice on things to avoid. Here are 5 mistakes I have experienced with video production and how to avoid them… 1) Too long Possibly the biggest mistake … Continue reading

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