The importance of sound design and mixing can often be overlooked by first-time directors, but as George Lucas said “Sound is half the picture”. We catch up with three leading lights in the UK’s post-production sound department….. Jay Whittaker AMPS Jay Whittaker is a Sound Designer, SFX Editor and Re-recording Mixer from Formby on Merseyside. […]
There were 43 fatalities and 150 life-altering injuries on film and television sets in the United States between 1990 and 2016, according to a study by the Associated Press. For aspiring filmmakers, such statistics coupled with the recent events surrounding the 2021 fatal shooting of Halyna Hutchins on the set of Rust underline the dangerous nature […]
In film, the subtle art of colour grading often goes unnoticed and underappreciated by most viewers, more naturally drawn to the more attention-grabbing call of the thrilling action, dizzying romance and raucous humour unveiled through a film’s narrative. Yet, colour remains a vital aspect of the filmmaking and story-telling process, and an integral part in […]
Movie production is stressful, so forgetting the little things is easy. Your focus is on getting the best shots, managing your crew and becoming the next big thing in independent filmmaking. The morning schedule might not allow time for in-depth travel bag organization. While these tasks seem small, they pay off in the long run. […]
One of the great things about the 21st century is that, as tech has significantly advanced, the online landscape has revolutionized both modern business and modern living. So many industries now have access to tools and functions that can completely change how they operate and plenty of sectors have grown more and more accessible with time. […]
There’s no denying that the world’s most infamous fairytales have been told again, and again…and again. Whether it’s via film or TV, a ride at Disneyworld, or the latest state of the art toy, we know these fairytales through and through. So why do we continue to revisit them? Combining old with new Hollywood is […]
In the dynamic landscape of contemporary filmmaking, the once-dominant Hollywood monopoly has given way to a democratisation facilitated by the convergence of technology and artistic vision. Lux Aeterna, an independent visual effects studio in Bristol, is actively contributing to the reshaping of the film industry. In a recent discussion, Lux Aeterna’s Creative and VFX Directors, […]
Let’s face it, there isn’t a cooler-sounding job in the world than a motorcycle stunt performer. While it’s a high-stakes job, there is also often a high payoff, and it can be a lot of fun when you’re a professional who is also a bit of an adrenaline junkie. But, as a stunt performer, safety […]
AI is unarguably the biggest wave in tech right now. And the video marketing industry is not left out of its sphere of influence. A report by MotionCue found that 36% of marketers have tried creating videos using avatars, AI voiceovers, or AI-assisted animation and editing. In this article, I discuss 3 top ways Artificial […]
In today’s digital landscape, where streaming platforms and online movie databases dominate, filmmaking extends beyond the silver screen. Thanks to technology and the internet, film websites have become essential for filmmakers like you to showcase their creations to a worldwide audience. However, this digital landscape is vast, and filmmakers with their own websites abound—so standing […]
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