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Filmmaking is the process of making a film. The nature of the film determines the size and type of crew required during filmmaking. Many Hollywood adventure films employ a cast and crew of thousands and have complicated computer generated effects (CGI), while a low-budget, independent film may be made with a skeleton crew, often paid very little. Filmmaking takes place all over the world using different technologies and techniques, and is produced in a variety of economic contexts that range from state-sponsored documentary in China to profit-oriented movie making within the American studio system.

Stages of filmmaking


The filmmaking production cycle consists of five main stages:

  1. Development
  2. Preproduction
  3. Production
  4. Post-production
  5. Distribution

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Dammit James Cameron! your mix of awesome blockbuster filmmaking and a nice green message made me donate to Greenpeace: http://bit.ly/CvnnG
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Dammit James Cameron! your mix of awesome blockbuster filmmaking and a nice green message made me donate to Greenpeace: http://bit.ly/CvnnG
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7) LOS ANGELES PLAYS ITSELF (03 Thom Andersen) Had a profound influence on my own criticism/filmmaking - I can only hope to be as good.
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7) LOS ANGELES PLAYS ITSELF (03 Thom Andersen) Had a profound influence on my own criticism/filmmaking - I can only hope to be as good.
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@SellPhone It's a game-changer for future filmmaking the same way original Star Wars was.
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@SellPhone It's a game-changer for future filmmaking the same way original Star Wars was.

 
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Zero One Entertainment - A non profit, independent film and video production organization in Arizona. They produce short films, live events, documentaries, and music videos. Coverage of latest news and current projects.
Meta Description: [ Zero One Entertainment is a Non Profit Educational Arizona Independent Film and Video Production Organization in Arizona that specializes in short films, music videos, documentaries, and live event production. ]

Video Center - An organization that supports a strong independent media arts community by promoting the production, exhibition and public awareness of film and video as artistic forms of individual expression.
Meta Description: [ IMAGE (Independent Media Artists of Georgia, Etc.) was founded in 1977. IMAGE endeavors to support independent media artists while simultaneously developing an audience for these artists. ]

911 Media Arts Center - Washington's media center supporting film, video and digital media artists with workshops, screenings and interaction opportunities.
Meta Description: [ 911 Media Arts Center is an Independent Film, Video and Multimedia resource in Seattle, WA. ]

ACFC WEst, Local 2020 CEP - A technical film union with skilled and experienced craftspeople in departments from Accounting to Transportation. They specialize in pilots, TV Series, and MOW's.
Meta Description: [ ACFC West, Local 2020 CEP is a Canadian technical film union with 23 departments from Accounting through to Transportation. Our quality, experienced crews specialize in feature films, series, mow's, and pilots at affordable rates. ]

Armenian Film Foundation - A non profit, educational and cultural organization dedicated to the documentation on film and video of Armenian heritage and life.
Meta Description: [ Armenian Film Foundation ]

Asian American Film Lab - Collaborative of New York based Asian American filmmakers who meet weekly to hone their craft and to share resources.

Association of Cinema and Video Laboratories, Inc. - An organization comprised of motion picture laboratories, post production facilities and support companies, that is dedicated to the open exchange of technical information affecting filmmakers.
Meta Description: [ ACVL members include motion picture film labs, digital film labs and video laboratories worldwide. ]

Association of Independent Video and Filmmakers - A national service organization for independent media. A resource for independent film and videomakers, providing programs and services, as well as a sense of community.

Blatantly Subtle - Collective dedicated to the production of new material for screenings through the collaboration and coordination of the underground New York film community.

Center for Independent Documentary - Organization to assistant independent film and video makers with the production of documentaries.

Deproduction - Provides production services and media education to individuals and community-focused organizations. Located in Dever, USA.
Meta Description: [ denverevolution Production Group ]

Detroit Filmmakers Coalition - A non profit media arts center providing support and resources to local independent filmmakers; rents equipment to members; promotes film through education and exhibition; and is a center for filmmakers and their supporters.

Directors Guild of Canada - BC District Council - Background details, list of productions, upcoming events, and contact information.

Empowerment Project - Provides support for independent producers, artists, activists and organizations working in video and other media.

Film Arts Foundation - Non profit, member-based resource for independent film and video makers. Funding, classes, equipment, annual festival, print magazine, and links.

500 Film Producers Club - Supports the development and production of films that explore the meaning of life. Overview, projects, sponsorship details, membership information, and links.

Film/Video Arts - Non profit organization based in New York promoting the education of independent filmmakers. Information on the organization, its education programs, its equipment hire and post-production services and details of related events.
Meta Description: [ Film/Video Arts supports independent filmmakers, editors and producers - documentary and narrative - who want fiscal sponsorship, inusrsance, avid and final cut pro and canon xl rentals. ]

Films For Charities - A non profit organization that produces movies to represent Asian Indian culture in a positive way.

Haltwhistle Film Project - UK-based organization aims to advance and improve education and training through encouragement of involvement in multimedia.

IAC - The Film and Video Institute - IAC is an international organization whose aims are to further interest and education in relation to all aspects of film and video making and associated visual arts.
Meta Description: [ The Film and Video Institute, 24c West Street, Epsom, Surrey ]

Independent Feature Project - A non profit organization created to support the courageous work of artists and technicians working in independent film.

Independent Filmmaker's Coalition - A non profit, midwest organization that promotes creative and artistic expression through film, video and media production.

Kabinet - A non profit digital filmmaking co-op and online film journal.

Maine Film and Video Association - Organization of professionals, companies, individuals, and students involved in the film and video industry in the state of Maine. News, articles, members, and links.
Meta Description: [ The Maine Film and Video association is a professional organization of companies and individuals involved in the film and video industry in the state of Maine. ]

National Association of Latino Independent Producers - Professional membership organization that addresses the needs of Latino independent producers and promotes the advancement and development aof Latino film and media arts.

National Film Board of Canada. - Includes articles and downloads.
Meta Description: [ L'Office national du film du Canada (ONF) est un organisme public qui produit et distribue des films et autres oeuvres audiovisuelles destinés à faire connaître et comprendre le Canada aux Canadiens ainsi qu'aux autres nations. ]

National Screen Institute - Canada - An organization that provides a continuum of career-long professional development for Canadian film and television industry professionals.
Meta Description: [ NSI-Canada is the oldest national Canadian training school for writers, producers, and directors working in film and television. ]

Northwest Film Forum - Non profit organization dedicated to the artistic development of the local independent film community.

Oklahoma Territory Film Council - Non profit organization that provides networking, showcasing, promotional, and educational venues for independent film and video professionals.

Set Decorators Society of America - A professional organization for decorators of film, and television. Membership info, SDSA resources, and a member directory.
Meta Description: [ Set Decorators Society of America, a professional organization for Decorators of Film and Television. The secrets of Set Decoration from the people who furnish the sets. ]

Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers - An organization for motion picture and television engineers. Resources, job opportunities, conference info, and information about membership.

Spiritual Cinema Alliance - A resource for filmmakers who want to get involved in the development of spiritually exalting films.
Meta Description: [ The Spiritual Cinema Alliance is dedicated to the development, production, distribution and promotion of spiritually exalting movies and media programs ]

Steadicam Operators Association - Directory of steadicam operators by state, message board, FAQs, workshops, links, and classifieds.
Meta Description: [ Steadicam Operators Association The Largest online database of Steadicam Operators Designed to connect skilled Steadicam Operators with motion picture directors and producers ]

Sundance Institute - Supports development of independent filmmakers, screenwriters, playwrights, composers and other film and theater artists.

The Workshop (Asian American Filmmakers Collaborative) - A group of New York based Asian American filmmakers dedicated to improving their craft and sharing resources.
Meta Description: [ The Workshop, a group of Asian American Filmmakers committed to honing their writing and directing skills in a supportive but rigorous environment. Also hosting an Asian American Actors Database ]

University Filmmakers Alliance - An organization for student directors, actors, writers, and producers at the University of Texas.
Meta Description: [ UFA is a discussion forum powered by vBulletin. To visit the forum, go to http://www.rulersofthematrix.com/ufaforum/ . To find out about vBulletin, go to http://www.vbulletin.com/ . ]

Upstartfilms - Non profit association that seeks to assist Australian filmmakers. Upcoming events, film submission details, and news.

Visual Communications Online - Promotes intercultural understanding through the creation, presentation, preservation, and support of Asian American independent media and film festivals.

Visual Effects Society - An organization for digital artists and visual effects technicians. Visual effects resources, tools, and information about membership.

Winnipeg Film Group - An artist-run film education, production, distribution and exhibition center committed to enhancing the art of film.

Wis-Kino - Devoted to filmmaking utilizing limited resources. Includes screening schedule, discussion forum and links to available resources. Madison, USA.

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