The Complete Filmmaking Masterclass: How To Make A Movie

Learn all aspects of filmmaking right from an idea to the release of the film!

What you'll learn

Develop an idea into a film

Essential elements for a compelling story

Write a Screenplay

Write engaging dialogue

Common camera angles and shot sizes in Cinematography and why we use them

Lighting and it's importance in telling a story

Role of Production Design and how it impacts the film

Understand how to stage and block your scenes

Directing actors and the true value of collaboration

Learn the basics of film editing

Understand how music can transform emotions in a film

Ways to distribute your film and reach the audience

Requirements

You should have access to laptop or a computer with basic writing software.

A device to capture video. You can use your phone as well.

You need a basic editing software. Even free editing software can be used.

Description

This is a comprehensive filmmaking course that guides you step by step on how to convert your idea into a full-fledged movie.Having written and directed 2 feature films, as well as more than a dozen short films, I take you through this amazing journey of realizing your story on the screen.Here's what you will learn in this course:· Idea: Sources of ideas for films, how to nurture them, and convert them to a script.· Stages of a Film: Understand what happens in pre-production, production and post production.· The Story: Learn all the elements needed to craft a compelling story, as well as understand what makes an interesting character on screen.· Screenwriting: Understand Acts 1, 2 and 3 in depth with film examples.· Dialogues: Explore the characteristics of good dialogue writing.· Cinematography: Right from the basics to the choice of different shots on set, know what goes behind the camera!· Lighting: Let there be light! Understand different kinds of lighting techniques and when to use them.· Production Design: What makes a really good set? Learn all about production design with examples from Oscar nominated movies.· Acting: Lights, Camera, Action! Know what it takes to direct actors and get the best performances on screen.· Editing: Uncover secrets of director-editor partnership as they strive to tell a good story.· Color Correction and Color Grading: Learn how to set the right tone and mood with your color palette.· Music: Explore the role played by music in getting audiences to feel all the emotions.· Sound Design and Mixing: Get the best sounding sound!· Export: Know the best settings to export your film.· Film Distribution: A look at various ways you can get your film to the audiences around the world.By the end of this course, you will be well equipped to make your own film.

Overview

Section 1: Course Introduction

Lecture 1 Intro

Lecture 2 Idea

Lecture 3 Stages of a Film

Section 2: The Story

Lecture 4 Story Essentials

Lecture 5 Before you Start a Screenplay

Section 3: Screenwriting

Lecture 6 The 3 Act Structure

Lecture 7 Writing ACT 1

Lecture 8 Writing ACT 2

Lecture 9 Writing ACT 3

Lecture 10 Keys to Write Good Dialogue

Lecture 11 Learn Screenplay Formatting Using Celtx

Section 4: Cinematography

Lecture 12 Cinematography Basics

Lecture 13 How Camera Height Influences a Scene

Lecture 14 Common Shot Sizes and Their Uses

Lecture 15 Shot Selection

Lecture 16 Moving Camera

Section 5: Lighting

Lecture 17 Importance of Lighting

Lecture 18 3-Point Lighting

Lecture 19 Basic Film Lighting Techniques

Section 6: Production Design

Lecture 20 Role of Production Designers

Lecture 21 Importance of Production Design

Section 7: Acting

Lecture 22 Why Directors Should Take Acting Lessons

Lecture 23 Blocking and Staging Scenes

Lecture 24 Directing Actors: Getting The Best Performance

Section 8: Editing

Lecture 25 Working with Editors

Lecture 26 Learn Editing using Adobe Premiere Pro

Section 9: Color Correction and Color Grading

Lecture 27 Difference between Color Correction and Color Grading

Lecture 28 Workflow Between Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve

Section 10: Music

Lecture 29 Role of Music in Film

Lecture 30 Working with A Music Director

Section 11: Sound Design

Lecture 31 What is Sound Design?

Section 12: Sound Mixing

Lecture 32 Getting the Final Sound Mix

Section 13: Export Your Film

Lecture 33 Best Settings to Export Your Film in Adobe Premiere Pro

Section 14: Film Distribution

Lecture 34 Different Ways to Distribute Your Film

Section 15: Course Conclusion

Lecture 35 THANK YOU

Anyone who wants to make an engaging film that resonates with the audience.