Learn Indie Filmmaking by doing a Short Film

Name: Learn Indie Filmmaking by doing a Short Film
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Learn Indie Filmmaking by Doing a Short Film Independently

Created byOlaf de Fleur

Last updated 9/2020

English

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What you'll learn

How to do a Short Film Independently
Do a film on a Low-Budget
Experience hands-on a complete production cycle of a film project
The fundamentals of filmmaking
Develop your personal style as a visual storyteller
Receive tips that can save you from unnecessary agony

Course content

10 sections • 28 lectures • 1h 23m total length

Course Trailer2:24
Class Introduction - By the end of this class, you will have created and completed a short film independently.
How? You might ask. We'll start with your ORIGINAL idea and you'll take direct action as we (well, you) work through it by using the tools that have enabled me to complete 12 feature films. I'll share all my tools and resources through these steps:
Idea - Outline - Theme & Genre - Writing - Production - Cinematography - Directing - Editing
Take a deeeeeeeeeep breath, relax, shoulders down, and enjoy the CREATIVE process!
Class Project : A Short Film3:31
In this video, I talk about what you need for this class and suggest options for your mindset and approach for your original short film.

Your Idea2:05
In this video I talk about the concept of an idea and give you your first assignment - think about the idea you want to do for this class and write down everything you know about it.
Idea Tool : Fairy Tale0:31
Breakdown of a film & 3 Act thinking1:46
Break down the filmmaking process using a clear beginning, middle, and end with a three-act structure. Learn to place your idea within that structure through filming, editing, and scene sequencing.
Theme2:31
Genre1:09
Explore how genre helps audiences identify your story and quicken immersion, from drama thriller to horror romance or documentary, and learn to decide genre beforehand to guide your storytelling.

Outline4:13
Explore outlining your indie film with stepwise depth, from chapter headings to bullets and paragraphs, using one method at a time, and see your outline as a flexible work tool.
Outline Tool : Storyboard0:48
Loosen up indie filmmaking ideas with a storyboard, doodling, and placing objects on the floor to walk into your story, then visit locations to photograph and draw in characters.
Outline Tool : Change1:19

Screenplay2:10
Break down your screenplay through headline, bullet points, and scene structure analysis, then formulate it into a screenplay format, recognizing a three-act beginning, middle, and end.
Screenplay : Format4:07
Learn how to transition from freehand idea writing to screenplay format by outlining interiors, exteriors, location, and time of day, and using zoom in and zoom out to craft scenes.
Screenplay : Physical Expression1:09
In this video, I talk about how important Physical Expression is when conveying information about your characters in a screenplay.
Screenplay : Demo2:10
In this video, I write a scene and explain how I approach writing a scene, taking theme and genre into account.

Cinematography - Finding your Visual Style2:02
Discover how to select and maintain a visual style for your film, keep camera setups coherent, and ensure cinematography supports the narrative behind the story.
Cinematography - Shooting on an Angle2:21
Cinematography - Tools & Tips from a film shoot2:14
Explore practical cinematography tips from a low-budget indie shoot, using a small camera to create depth of field, dynamic angles, natural elements for production value, and close-mic audio techniques.

Editing1:47
In this video, I talk about how I approach the editing phase - to inspire you to create your own method regarding the best way to organize your footage.
Editing Process1:45
In this video, I talk about my editing process and about the power of first impressions.
Edit Sample : Final Cut Pro X12:06
A visual demonstration of editing in Final Cut Pro X.
Edit - Davinci Resolve9:58
A visual demonstration of editing in Davinci Resolve.

Requirements

Access to a Camera and a Computer

Description

This class is for anyone who is starting or has done a couple of film projects; in either case, this class will deepen your understanding of creative filmmaking. Your Class Project is doing a 1-3 minute short film. All you need for this class is a camera, something to write on, and a computer to edit your film.

Everything starts with your Idea, and that's where we'll start. We'll dive into tools like Theme and Genre to extract it. We'll explore how to Outline before you start writing your Screenplay. We'll discuss Production, Cinematography, and Directing before hitting the post-production phase.

This course will not only demystify the filmmaking process, but it'll also illuminate your creative strengths and help you identify areas of improvement as an Indie Filmmaker. This class comes with a certificate. When you've completed your film, you can send it to me for review and you'll receive a confirmation of completion.

Who this course is for:

Beginners and Intermediate

Learn Indie Filmmaking by doing a Short Film

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Course content

Introduction2 lectures • 6min

Developing your Idea5 lectures • 8min

Outline3 lectures • 6min

Screenplay4 lectures • 10min

Cinematography3 lectures • 7min

Production1 lecture • 2min

Directing2 lectures • 11min

Editing4 lectures • 26min

Post Production2 lectures • 5min

Finale2 lectures • 3min

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