Film Making

This handy and accessible book takes the mystery out of film making in a very engaging and entertaining way. It uses domestic camcorders in its illustration and is built around the premise that films, like home videos, are a combination of images, sounds, movements and speech that build up an atmosphere, feel and narrative. It shows how you can be just as expressive and compelling wit the family video camera and a group of friends as you can with the services of a Hollywood film crew. From equipment and story to finding a team, production and editing it explains the importance of being organised without making the prospect intimidating. The layout is attractive with cartoons, quotes in boxes and practical tips which demonstrate a real knowledge of the industry. This book works both as a guide for those who want a bit of fun making a home movie and also for those who have altogether more dramatic ambitions.