<h1>Filmmaking Challenges</h1>
Filmmaking challenges arise in all stages of production, from script development to distribution. Common obstacles include budget constraints, scheduling conflicts, technical difficulties, and creative roadblocks. Successful filmmakers learn to adapt, problem-solve, and innovate under pressure. Overcoming challenges is essential for bringing a creative vision to life.
How To Adapt and Overcome Problems on a Film Shoot
When we’re on a film shoot, it’s not a matter of if problems will arise, but when. From weather woes to technical glitches, these hurdles can test the mettle of even the most seasoned crews. But fear not, because we’ve got the insider strategies to…
How I Made A Full Length No-Budget Political Thriller – 8 Winds
What follows is a piece by filmmaker Dan Copland who wrote, starred, and produced a timely political thriller – 8 WINDS. This film finds an over-the-hill filmmaker, a comedy club owner, and a reclusive billionaire, drawn into a deadly intrigue as a Russian Oligarch fights…
Shooting In The Rain: The Filmmaker’s Definitive Guide
Filming in the rain is the act of shooting a movie (or TV show for that matter) when it’s raining. That may sound obvious but to achieve this without damaging any equipment takes some work. It’s also not as easy as it looks on camera…
Making a Comedy Short Film Over Video Calls During a Pandemic
The 2020 pandemic put a stop to many things last year, including grinding the whole filmmaking industry to a halt. While I knew it would be difficult to shoot something during the pandemic, I decided to try to make a short film when things began…
Horror Filmmaking: 10 Things I learned from Shooting My First Horror Feature
Here’s Gio Orellana again with another article about his filmmaking experiences. A couple of weeks ago, we heard about his 10 Reasons Why Most Filmmaking Partners Are Bad For You. This time around, Gio has thoughts and advice on horror filmmaking with his experiences making a first…
Filmmaking and The Fear of Failure
Last time around, we talked about productivity and how some simple changes in the way you view things can make a world of difference in your success. We learned that action oriented self-talk is one of the best ways to get yourself out of a…
How To Combat Anxiety In Filmmaking And Business
Do you ever feel anxious when embarking on a business or filmmaking project? Are you ever apprehensive about meeting new clients? Do you struggle to go to networking meetings, socials or parties in order to meet people and talk about the brilliant services you offer?…
