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Why Should Filmmakers Shoot Commercials?

By Christopher McKittrick   Like nearly all film school students, you probably dream of helming a multi-million dollar Hollywood blockbuster… except at the moment you’re finding it difficult to come up with those millions to spend…
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December 8, 2019
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How to write conflict
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HOW TO WRITE CONFLICT

Written by Mark Shelling Why don't we ever care much about the characters in disaster movies? By any estimation, they're dealing with a conflict that has the absolute highest stakes. Because these characters aren't always well defined,…
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December 3, 2019
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7 SIMPLE STEPS how to make better video content
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How to Make Better Video Content With These 7 Simple Steps

Written by Breanne Pitt   Anyone can make a video. The 21st century smartphone provides nearly everyone with access to high quality video cameras in their pocket. The difference between amateur and artist, however, is the successful…
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November 21, 2019
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How Do You Market A Film? A Guide for Each Stage Of Production
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How Do You Market A Film? A Guide for Each Stage Of Production

How Do You Market A Film? Written by Tae Haahr Marketing is the most underrated aspect of the filmmaking process. It comes from a combination of wanting to get the film right, having a ton of things to consider and the fact that most…
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November 20, 2019
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The Beginner's Guide to Working as an Extra
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The Beginner’s Guide to Working as an Extra

By Julia Courtenay   It’s been a blockbuster year for film in Vancouver, providing a slew of opportunities for Background Performers (a.k.a Extras) to be anything from zombies, to German officers, FBI agents, bikers, baristas…
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November 15, 2019
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3 SCI-FI INDIE FILMS WITH PERFECT F/X

1. MONSTERS (2010) Before Gareth Edwards was behind the helm of the reboot of Godzilla (2014) and the upcoming Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) he directed, wrote, shot and created the visual effects for his breakout sci-fi indie film…
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November 8, 2019
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What is Auteur Theory in Filmmaking?
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What is Auteur Theory in Filmmaking?

What is Auteur Theory in Filmmaking? by Ryan Uytdewilligen   In short, an Auteur is an artist who applies a high amount of stylistic control over their craft. In the case of Auture Filmmaking, this would be the director.   In…
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November 5, 2019
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Why Shoot Film In Vancouver?
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Why Shoot Film In Vancouver?

What Makes Vancouver So Good for Movies? Written by Freddie Kim   Shooting in Vancouver has become a haven for film and television. Vancouver is considered a premier location, and was affectionately given the nickname "Hollywood…
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October 28, 2019
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Why Should New Directors Make Horror Films?
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Why Should New Directors Make Horror Films?

Why Should New Directors Make Horror Films? Written by Johnny Papan   Horror isn’t a genre often associated with prestige. In fact, only 6 freaky films have ever been nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars, the most recent…
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October 22, 2019
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Interview with Documentary Filmmaker Selina Miles
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Martha: A Picture Story – Interview with Documentary Filmmaker Selina Miles

Written by Clarence Sponagle Martha; A Picture Story is a documentary reminding us that one passion can lead to others, one person's drive can be addictive and that some of the best storytelling is through art.   Martha Cooper…
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October 9, 2019
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Heavy Hitting HorrorFest Brings Carnage to Whistler's Festival Circuit
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Heavy Hitting HorrorFest Brings Carnage to Whistler’s Festival Circuit

AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH HEAVY HITTING HORRORFEST'S FUNNY AND UNPREDICTABLE FESTIVAL DIRECTOR: FEET BANKS Written by Johnny Papan   Whistler's Heavy Hitting HorrorFest describes itself as a "one night, balls to the wall…
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August 27, 2019
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These 3 Tips Will Brighten Up Your Lighting Game
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These 3 Tips Will Brighten Up Your Lighting Game

  Lighting is a crucial part of the filmmaking experience. It gives films a special look and style that can be unique to the piece in question. It affects the tone, mood, and can subconsciously control the audience's emotion as well. Understanding…
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August 8, 2019
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5 Films You Didn’t Know Gave Vancouver Film Students Jobs
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5 Films You Didn’t Know Gave Vancouver Film Students Jobs

Is there a better place to shoot a movie than Vancouver? With its versatile cityscape, beautiful forestry and mountain surrounds, and temperate climate, the city provides the perfect backdrop for almost any story you want to tell. Filmmakers…
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July 12, 2019
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Five Films That Used Visual Effects In Super Subtle Ways
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Five Films That Used Visual Effects In Super Subtle Ways

By Victor van der Merwe The world of visual effects is becoming an ever more crucial part of the film industry. CGI and 3D modelling is not just for monster movies and aliens anymore and as movies evolve, it is amazing to see what the…
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July 9, 2019
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5 tips for scouting the perfect location
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Five Tips for Scouting the Perfect Location

  By Ryan Uytdewilligen What’s the motivation for your movie’s location? If you are going make your on-screen dream a reality, you’ll need actors, props, a screenplay, and a crew. But you can’t forget the most important…
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June 21, 2019
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3 Essential Skills Famous Directors Learned in Film School
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3 Essential Skills Famous Directors Learned in Film School

Acclaimed director and film school graduate Ang Lee said: "If there's one thing I've learned, it's that you can never learn enough." That is especially true when it comes to film. The benefits of a formal filmmaking education cannot…
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May 31, 2019
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Film School: Is It Right For Me?
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Film School: Is It Right For Me?

Written by Ryan Uytdewilligen   To film school or not to film school, that is the question! The budding filmmakers of tomorrow are faced with this weighty choice – rush out into the world and make movies on their own or take…
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April 16, 2019
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Five Ways to Fund Your Film Project!
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Five Ways to Fund Your Film Project!

Written by Victor van der Merwe   The one thing all filmmakers have in common is the problem of finding money for a project. Steven Spielberg has that problem, David Lynch has that problem and yes, first time filmmakers have…
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April 5, 2019
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