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» 10 Minute Film School
Robert Rodriguez's explanation of the fundamentals of movie-making.
http://www.macalester.edu/~fines/filmschl/index.htm

» 4Filmmaking
Reference to idea development, screenplay writing, production, and distribution. Also offers a guide to film schools, newsletter, podcast, and links.
http://www.4filmmaking.com/

» Amateur Cat Films
This site explains in an unusual way how to create a movie.
http://members.dslextreme.com/users/amateurcats/

» Cinema Advanced
Weblog with advice and tutorials by Matt Champagne.
http://www.cinemaadvanced.com/

» Cinema: How are Hollywood Films Made?
Annenberg Media exhibit which presents the moviemaking process, with modules on screenwriting, directing, producing, acting, and editing.
http://www.learner.org/exhibits/cinema/

» Consolidated Films
Small independent film studio weblog providing tips and advice on producing and marketing low budget movies.
http://www.consolidatedfilms.com/

» Cyber Film School Filmmaking Website
Instruction, tips, advice, techniques on how to make, produce, direct, shoot, light and edit TV, films, movies and videos.
http://www.cyberfilmschool.com/

» DVFilm's Digital Video to Film Transfer FAQ
The top ten questions asked by beginning digital filmmakers: how to shoot digital video tape for transfer to either 35mm or 16mm film.
http://www.dvfilm.com/faq.htm

» Digital Filmmaking Secrets
Online resource center for digital filmmaking, with articles on screenwriting, directing, cinematography and producing.
http://2learnfilm.com

» Dogma 2001: New Rules for Internet Cinema
Ten rules to follow when creating internet cinema rather than a film for film festivals.
http://www.neocinema.com/

» Film Direction
Online course with pages on the fundamentals, pre-production, production, and post-production.
http://filmdirection.net/

» Film Secrets
An educational resource for indie film-makers, including those with little to no film training.
http://www.rivalquest.com/

» Film Sensei
Articles, tips and reviews for independent, guerrilla and low budget filmmakers, by Mat Nastos.
http://www.filmsensei.com/

» Film Student Resources
Small selection of articles on film theory and pre-production by film student Jon Lillie.
http://filmstudentresources.com/

» Film Underground
Articles and discussions of practical and theoretical filmmaking.
http://www.filmunderground.com/

» Film-Tech
Cinema projection tips, equipment manual downloads, projection picture warehouse and a forum for film handlers.
http://www.film-tech.com/

» FilmAnchor
Offers tutorials and manuals in PDF format. Also includes links to software and screenplays.
http://www.filmanchor.com/

» FilmEthic
Glossaries and how-to articles for independent zero- and no-budget filmmakers, by Jeff Lanctot.
http://www.filmethic.com/

» FilmHelp.com
An ever-growing compendium of filmmaking help, pointers, advice, and mistakes from award-winning writer and director Greg Pak.
http://www.pakbuzz.com/filmhelp/

» FilmmakerIQ.com
Tutorials, videos, and interviews covering all aspects of production, including screenwriting, distribution, and funding sources. Includes a forum and links.
http://filmmakeriq.com/

» Filmmaking Stuff
Producer Jason Brubaker's weblog with articles covering production, networking, writing, funding, and marketing.
http://www.filmmakingstuff.com/

http://www.proletariatpictures.com/r-101.html

» Guerrilla Filmmaking 101: Motivation
First in a series of articles to guide independent filmmakers without studio backing to a successful completion of their film.
http://www.proletariatpictures.com/r-101.html

» How To Make Your Movie
Interactive CD-ROM that simulates the environment of a film school, allowing users to learn about and experience all of the steps involved in making their own films.
http://interactivefilmschool.com/

» How to Buy the Right Camcorder
A checklist of things to look out for when choosing a camcorder.
http://martweiss.com/film/camcorder.shtml

» Illiterary Fiction
Weblog with tips on low-budget filmmaking and directing, with emphasis on using readily available free or very cheap resources.
http://www.illiteraryfiction.com/

» Independent Film Advice
Brief tutorials and links for all aspects of production.
http://www.independentfilmadvice.com/

» Indie Filmmaking
Tips on camera technique, style, preparation and planning, post-production effects and non-linear editing. Software reviews, glossary, newsletter, and links.
http://www.indie-filmmaking.com/

http://www.knowledgehound.com/topics/film.htm

» Knowledge Hound
Links to how-to guides, tutorials and tips on motion imaging, screenwriting, soundtracks, sound effects, and sound stages.
http://www.knowledgehound.com/topics/film.htm

» LikeAStory
Filmmaking tips including postproduction, budget special effects, blood formulas, in camera technique, physical effects, and zombie makeup technique.
http://www.likeastory.com

» Making The Film
This site aims to educate and inspire would-be film-makers. Includes the author's filmmaking diary, a quick-start guide to filmmaking, and clips and stills.
http://www.makingthefilm.com/

» Movie Making FAQ
Articles and photographs focusing on camera formats, framing, and movement.
http://www.moviemakingfaq.com/

» Outside Hollywood
Isaac Botkin's weblog on independent filmmaking tools and techniques. Articles and links.
http://www.outside-hollywood.com/

» Papa Tango
Information and tutorials in amateur filmmaking, including special effects, camera shots, lighting, and equipment.
http://www.freewebs.com/papatango/

» Project X
Resources for beginning digital filmmakers.
http://www.elementalfilms.co.uk/projectx/

» Shortfilmbigshot.com
Glossary of filmmaking terms, listing of relevant books, and articles by Andrew Michael Brown.
http://www.shortfilmbigshot.com/

» Small Movies
The art and craft of making cinema: the equipment, methods and techniques used by hundreds of thousands of people over the last one hundred years.
http://www.city-net.com/~fodder/

» So You Wanna Work in Movies?
A real-life guide to working in feature films. Written by Oliver Stapleton, a cinematographer with 28 years experience and 40 features behind him.
http://www.cineman.co.uk

http://www.sonnyboo.com/downloads/articles.htm

» Sonnyboo: Articles on Filmmaking
22 articles to help beginning moviemakers and digital video enthusiasts.
http://www.sonnyboo.com/downloads/articles.htm

http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/syws/makemovie/makemovie.html

» Soyouwanna Make a Low-Budget Movie?
This article explains how to make a movie on a small budget, from pre-production to production and post-production.
http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/syws/makemovie/makemovie.html

» The Indie Auteur
Weblog by Stephan Vladimir Bugaj covering various filmmaking topics, including production and networking.
http://indieauteur.com/

» YouMadeMeDoIt.com
Weblog chronicling projects in video work and moviemaking. Includes photographs, instructions, and video clips.
http://www.youmademedoit.com/

» rec.arts.movies.tech FAQ
FAQ for the newsgroup : rec.arts.movies.tech
http://www.nyx.net/~snorwood/faq.html

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