Filmmaking Stories

Kara Phantom just turned twenty and she's done watching life from the sidelines. Armed with caffeine, curiosity, and zero connections, she dives headfirst into film school with one goal : Become a movie and TV director. The only problem? She barely knows how the industry works. Between awkward introductions, creative meltdowns, and her sarcastic roommate-turned-best-friend Silver Kurogane (who swears she's the next great screenwriter), Kara starts rewriting her own story one mistake, lesson, and late-night edit at a time. She's learning about film. She's learning about confidence. And most of all she's learning how to direct her own life. No romance. No shortcuts. Just a shy, stubborn dreamer trying to turn her scriptless life into something cinematic. ✨ A story for every girl who ever dreamed of being behind the camera.

A behind the scenes look at Room 88 - a short film I made in a garden shed for £250. Inside you'll find the script, pictures of the cast and crew at work (including me) and a few other little bits and pieces. Oh, and the film!

Computer-generated imagery (CGI) has become essential in modern filmmaking, enabling the creation of fantastic worlds and breathtaking visuals that once existed only in our imaginations. But despite its dominance today, many believe that CGI will one day be seen in the same light as the foam sets and rubber monsters of classic cinema-charming, but outdated. In 20 years, will we look back and laugh at the idea that these digital creations looked "real" to us?

The twenty-second entry of the 2020-2021 Film Journal is "The Wizard of Speed and Time". Here, I recount the unusual way I discovered this previously unheard of and very obscure film. Then, I take a look at the fascinating filmmaking, stop-motion wonder, and optimistic, free-spirit sown throughout this original piece.

The escapades of six cartoon child stars as they grow up in a changing world.

"she hated blue cotton candy because it reminded her of sadness, and she didn't need anymore of that." © 2015 maddy b

"What if the only thing standing between you and your dream was a series of setbacks that anyone would consider impossible to overcome?" In 'Why Know the Significance of the Film 'Royal Love Story From The Grave'', Kevin Douglas Wright shares a true journey of chasing an extraordinary dream against all odds. With no Hollywood connections, a nearly empty bank account, and zero experience, he dares to create a feature-length film. Every step forward brings unforeseen challenges: a sudden school shutdown, lost equipment, relentless rejections, and even a global pandemic. But where most would surrender, Kevin pushes forward. If you've ever felt the weight of a dream slipping away... if you've questioned whether to keep going when every road seems blocked... this story will remind you what's possible when you refuse to give up. Discover how one man's journey of grit, failure, and unlikely triumph might just inspire you to chase down your own "impossible" dreams.

Welcome to Lisbrooke, California! Come here to enjoy our beautiful beaches and perfect weather (please drink a lot of fluids as there has been a recent incident of heat exhaustion). Don't forget to take a dip into our clear waters (swimming after hours is prohibited for your own safety) and enjoy a delicious cupcake afterwards from Lisbrooke's finest (and only) dessert shop on the pier (any food fights are punishable by Miss Rosalind's wrath). P.S! Beware of the cranky, award-winning director residing on Hallot's Drive. He can be... cranky. Danger! Caution: the football player living on the outskirts of town will cause severe heart palpitations and may cause a case of cardiac arrest. We recommend you take a visit in our sleepy sea-side town to relax and go onto one hell (our apologies, Mrs. Lowe)-heck of a ride! It's the ideal place to shoot your short film and make great friends. Just remember, you're only here for the summer. ~ cover made by @synonomous ~

A young woman graduated from college and has no idea what to do with the rest of her life. No one will hire a nobody with no experience and a lot of time on their hands. Spiky (her nickname), tries to find her way in life while many odds are stacked against her, such as a lack in money, the lack of experience, her friends, society's definition of being an adult, and the struggle of being her own cheerleader. Updates every Friday

"Tell you A million little reasons I'm falling for your eyes I just want to be where you are..." LIGHT, CAMERA AND LOVE! |Taehyung's fanfiction| Yours Jen #7 hobiff #2 filmmaking

Parallel universe between Skip Beat and Count Your Lucky Stars. A fanfiction inspired by Jerry Yan and Shen Yue. The story revolves around a 24-year-old fangirl who took a leave from medical school to stalk an idol-singer James Kim but "accidentally" pursue her acting career after meeting an actor superstar who just got back from a 4-year hiatus.

You can learn in four weeks, working on a movie or TV series, what you would learn in a film school in four years

Palakpakan na may kasama pang tayuan. Ayan ang natanggap ng isang pelikula. Pelikula na pawang mga estudyante lamang ang lumikha. Ano nga bang meron sa pelikula at napahanga nito ang mga tao. Halina't silipin ang Behind The Scenes.

The passion you display in your acting audition, singing performance, comedy routine, idea or screenplay pitch is the most important element in selling yourself.

Are you someone who loves writing? Are you passionate about film and eventually someday wish to write the NEXT BIG MOVIE?! Do you ever wonder how the prominent writers in Hollywood do everything? Well, guess what? You are about to find out for yourself in "I write scripts, B****ES!"

Everyone involved in the creative process needs a reality check on the finished product

Some of the most useful things about making videos you won't learn until you've spent some years either in film school or on the job. You'll find out about them here in about an hour. The results, hopefully, will win you that scholarship to USC.