Hollywood is going 3D! Join the revolution with this primer to all of the essential skills for live action 3D, from preproduction through distribution.

3D perception and science is presented in an accessible way that provides the principles of Stereoscopic vision you need to make the more...

Location filming is growing in popularity with the abundance of affordable cameras. You don't need a studio, a broadcast truck, or even extensive knowledge of how to use a 16mm film camera--all you need is a digital camera, and you can take your job on the road and shoot wherever action is more...

Use color to improve your storytelling, deliver critical emotional cues, and add impact to you videos. This book shows you how to analyze color correction problems and solve them- whatever NLE or plugin you use. more...

How does a film editor make decisions about where and when to cut in order to make a film 'feel right'? Generally speaking, the answer is, 'it's intuitive', which is accurate but leaves one wanting to know more. Cutting Rhythms breaks down the definition of intuition to find that, even if rhythmic more...

Maxine Baker, herself an experienced investigative journalist and documentary maker, examines the many different and innovative approaches to documentary form and style arising from the use of new and low-budget technology (eg. DVcam). more...

The FilmCraft series of books will offer deep insight into the working practices of the world’s most distinguished professionals, covering their inspiration, collaboration, and work on set. Each professional will be interviewed exclusively, discussing their training and their influences and will go more...

This book will tell you in step-by-step detail how to produce a screenplay and get it onto the big screen. Whether you are an aspiring or seasoned film professional, this book will be an indispensable resource for you on a day-to-day basis. more...

Greg Merritt cuts through the fluff and provides the reader with the real-world facts about producing. Topics covered include: pre-production; principal photography; post-production; distribution; script structure and dialogue; raising money; limited partnerships; scheduling and budgeting; cast and more...

Learn the basic ";grammar"; of editing films and videos in Grammar of the Edit! This book shows you in no uncertain terms (independently of software) what you absolutely need to know to edit your video production. Whether you are just learning how to edit or you need a refresher, this book gives you more...

GreenScreen Made Easy can make your low budget movie look like a million dollars. Discover the most popular cameras and setups for Indie filmmakers that will give you the biggest splash on the screen. Explore how to create and set up your screen, illuminate the greenscreen cleanly, light your more...

The best-selling low-budget filmmaker's bible in the UK has now, at long last, been totally revamped for the American market. The two authors have interviewed hundreds of film industry insiders, resulting in, without doubt, the most comprehensive, entertaining, information-packed book available in more...

High-definition is now ubiquitous in video production and High Definition Cinematography, Third Edition provides the explanations, definitions, and workflows that today's cinematographers and camera operators need to make the transition. Paul Wheeler will explain the high-definition process, suggest more...

Introduction to Media Production began years ago as an alternative text that would cover ALL aspects of media production, not just film or just tv or just radio. Kindem and Musburger needed a book that would show students how every form of media intersects with one another, and about how one needs more...

In this groundbreaking book Norman Hollyn outlines his 'Lean Forward Moment Method' of storytelling that applies to all aspects of the film-making process and media production. Whether you are an editor, producer, director, cinematographer or visual effects pro, this book will provide the essential more...

Want to make an art film, a documentary, a video biography? Here's how to create real movies using consumer digital video format without spending a lot of money or time. more...