Persona

    Ingmar Bergman’s Persona is a visually arresting and psychologically complex exploration of identity, duality, and the boundaries between reality and performance. The film centers on an actress who goes mute after a traumatic event and her nurse, with whom she forms an increasingly intense and ambiguous relationship. Bergman’s striking imagery, paired with unforgettable performances by Liv Ullmann and Bibi Andersson, makes Persona one of his most celebrated films. The film’s open-ended narrative and exploration of the self continue to provoke analysis and discussion. Persona is considered a masterpiece of world cinema and one of Bergman’s greatest achievements.

    Persona: A Guide to Watching It Like a Critic

    March 3, 2026

    Persona , Ingmar Bergman’s 1966 masterpiece, arrived at a crossroads in both his career and the cinematic landscape of the 1960s. It is a film that refuses easy…

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    Best Lens For GH4 in 2026: 14 of the Best Lenses for the GH4

    June 28, 2018

    Take a look at the pros and cons of some of the top lenses for the GH4 and get the lowdown on the best lens for GH4.

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    How To Become a Consultant and Help Other Businesses (Including Video Businesses)

    June 25, 2018

    If you're wondering how to become a consultant, then you need to read our big guide to doing just that. We'll cover some of the pros and cons of the consultancy…

    how-to-become-a-consultant

    Writing Preparation – Writing Is The Easy Part: 6 Steps I Use to Prepare For Writing

    May 28, 2018

    When it comes to writing preparation, most people don't even know where to start. It's about sitting down and starting to write. The best way to prepare to…

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    iPhone Filmmaking in 2026: Mobile Video Editing On The Go: Diversify Your Online Content With Videos

    April 30, 2018

    Mobile filmmaking is all the rage. In this guide to iPhone filmmaking, you'll learn the best ways to use your phone to tell great stories through video.

    iphone-filmmaking-mobile-video-editing

    Short Film Ideas: 9 Effective Ways To Come Up With a Great Short Film

    April 5, 2018

    If you're looking for short film ideas, then you've come to the right place. What should you look for when you're thinking about short film ideas? Our guide…

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    How To Get Your Video Production Project Reviewed & Approved by Clients

    April 2, 2018

    Getting your video production project reviewed can be tricky. That's why we've put together this handy guide that shows you how to use Filestage to get your…

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    Best Camera For Filming YouTube Videos in 2026: 14 of the Best YouTube Cameras

    March 29, 2018

    Here's our detailed guide to the best camera for filming YouTube videos. When you're looking for a YouTube video camera, these are the best we can find.

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    Best GoPro For the Money in 2026: 14 of the Best GoPros Out There

    March 23, 2018

    The best gopro for the money depends on what your requirements and use case are. There are some fantastic gopro cameras out there and here are some of our…

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    Royalty Free Music: 4 Steps to Customize Your Soundtrack with Soundwhich

    March 19, 2018

    Royalty free music is useful in all kinds of film and video projects, whether it's a narrative film, a documentary or a promo film. This is our guide to…

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    Best Monitor Under 100 Dollars in 2026: 18 of the Best Monitors For Editing

    March 1, 2018

    Are you looking for the best monitor under 100 dollars? This article lists favorite monitors for under $100 and gives tips on how to maximize them.

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    Video Content in 2026: An Ultimate Guide to Social Media Video Creation and Marketing

    February 5, 2018

    Getting your video content strategy for social media on point is of prime importance if you're going to get your stuff out there. Our guide on social media…

    video-content

    Live Streaming Equipment Gear Guide: What You Need to Go Live in 2026

    February 1, 2018

    Everything you need to know about live streaming equipment. Ready to go live? Consult our guide and get the lowdown on what gear you need.

    live-streaming-equipment

    4 Techniques to Create Advanced Staging in Your Films & Videos

    December 6, 2017

    Staging is an important part of the filmmaking process. Our guide let's you know the ins and outs of staging and covers advanced techniques.

    staging-for-film

    10 Benefits Video Marketing Can Have for Your Clients and their Companies

    November 20, 2017

    This guide to video marketing explains everything from the ground up, so that you can give your video clients exactly what they're looking for with video.

    video-marketing-benefits

    How to Build a Scriptwriting Portfolio from Scratch

    November 6, 2017

    Every working screenwriter needs a great scriptwriting portfolio. In this guide, we walk you through the steps of making an awesome scriptwriting portfolio.

    scriptwriting-portfolio

    How To Make a Documentary: 7 Steps For Making a Breathtaking Documentary

    October 30, 2017

    Complete step-by-step guide on how to make a documentary. Want to make the best documentary film you can, then check out this guide.

    how-to-make-a-documentary

    The Best of Filmmaking & Video Production October 2017

    October 26, 2017

    October 2017 was a crazy month in filmmaking and video production. These are the best posts from around the web in October 2017.

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    Great Customer Service: 11 Ways to Make Clients Remember You

    October 16, 2017

    Great customer service begins and ends with communication. In between, there are lots of other important things to remember and this guide tells all.

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    The Best of Filmmaking & Video Production September 2017

    October 5, 2017

    September 2017 was a crazy month in filmmaking and video production. These are the best posts from around the web in September 2017.

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    How to Write a Business Plan For a Video Production Company in 7 Steps

    October 2, 2017

    Are you struggling with how to write a business plan? It's time to get your business plan up to scratch with our guide to writing an awesome business plan.

    how-to-write-a-business-plan-video-production-company

    Influencer Marketing: 11 Steps to Become an Influencer On YouTube

    September 21, 2017

    Learn influencer marketing with this trusty guide. This is a great roadmap to learn how to become an influencer no matter what market you're in.

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    How to Stop Procrastinating: 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time

    September 18, 2017

    If you want to learn how to stop procrastinating then you need to learn to manage yourself and your time better. Here's how to become a productivity machine

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    Sales Techniques: What You Really Need To Sell Your Video Services Like Hot Cakes

    September 11, 2017

    If you're looking to raise the level of your sales techniques, then you've come to the right place. Let's talk sales tactics and strategy.

    sales-techniques

    Film Festival Submission: 4 Tips on How to Get Your Film into Any Film Festival

    September 7, 2017

    So you've finished your film? Now what? Film festival submission is an important part of the filmmaking journey. Learn how to do it properly with our guide.

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    Music Video Production: 7 Top Tips On How to Make a Music Video & Make Money In The Industry

    August 28, 2017

    Music video production is a very creatively rewarding, and potentially very financially lucrative. This is our complete guide to music video production.

    music-video-production

    Business Mindset: 11 Tips To Get Everything You Can Out Of All You've Got

    August 24, 2017

    Business mindset is important no matter what business endeavour you take on. Be sure to read this article and get your business mindset on point!

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    17 More Tips For Becoming a YouTube Star: Part 2

    August 3, 2017

    Want to be a YouTube star? Read our guide for everything on ruling YouTube and becoming a YouTube star. These are our top tips and tricks!

    youtube-star

    Shooting Wedding Videos: 9 Things That Will Happen

    July 24, 2017

    Wedding videos are a lot of fun to make. But do you know what to look out for? This guide outlines 9 things to look out for when you're shooting weddings.

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    7 Biggest New Innovations to Expect In the Future: Elon Musk, the Real Life Iron Man, And The Pursuit of New Technology

    June 26, 2017

    What are the new innovations to expect in the technology world in the coming years? If you're curious about the future, then this article is a must read.

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    The Best of Filmmaking & Video Production May 2017

    May 31, 2017

    May 2017 was a busy month in filmmaking and video production. These are the best posts from around the web in May 2017.

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    The 7 Reasons Why Video Transcription is Important in Post-Production

    May 29, 2017

    Video transcription is very important for any film or video project. Whether you're on a small or large budget, don't forget video transcription.

    video-transcription

    Video Contests: How We Survived A Year in LA By Winning Video Contests & Built a Thriving Production Company

    May 22, 2017

    Looking to win video contests? These tips from a video contest veteran give you the lowdown on how to win video contests anywhere in the world.

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    Social Media Strategy For Filmmakers: 5 Awesome Ways Filmmakers Can Use Social Media

    April 3, 2017

    If you're going to be using social media, your social media strategy is very important. As a filmmaker, or other creative, you need to read this guide.

    social-media-strategy

    5 Steps to Pitch a Video Client: Part 1

    February 27, 2017

    Have you ever wondered how to pitch a video client? Pitching to a potential client is one of the most important skills you can learn.

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    Zacuto Z-Finder Review (Includes Zacuto The Enforcer Review)

    February 20, 2017

    Here's my review of the Zacuto Z-Finder and Zacuto's The Enforcer stabilization rig. Learn everything you need to know about these Zacuto gear items.

    zacuto-z-finder

    Unpaid Invoices? 7 Tips When Clients Don't Pay

    February 6, 2017

    Unpaid invoices? There will be times when a client doesn't pay. Doesn't matter why, what matters is you get your money and get those unpaid invoices paid.

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    Video Production Costs: Everything You Wanted To Know About Pricing, But Were Too Afraid To Ask

    January 30, 2017

    Video production costs can add up fast. Make sure you know how to price your services with this lowdown on all things pricing related.

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    Marketing Guide Part 3 - Marketing is Not Hard, Step 1: Reaching Customers

    January 23, 2017

    This is our marketing guide that covers everything you need to know, as well as tips, tricks & techniques to market your video company.

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    A No BS Guide to Marketing, Part 2: Creating Customer Archetypes

    January 16, 2017

    This guide to marketing will help you create avatars of your ideal customers, so that you know exactly who you're marketing your video business to.

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    Marketing is Not Hard: The 6 Steps to Cutting the BS and Finding a Strategy That Works Everytime

    January 12, 2017

    Marketing your video business effectively is one of the most important parts to having a successful and thriving video production company.

    marketing-is-not-hard

    7 Tips to Remove Barriers to Success in Filmmaking and Video Production

    January 2, 2017

    Blasting through your barriers to success can be incredibly rewarding. But how to do it? Follow this guide to learn how to remove your barriers to success.

    barriers-to-success

    4 Must Haves For Filmmaking Companies To Get Started

    November 28, 2016

    Filmmaking companies need a number of things to get started effectively so that they succeed. Read this article to find out what those things are.

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    How to Charge More Money For Videos: Get $10K For Every Video, Part III

    November 24, 2016

    Getting more money for videos is tricky as a video production owner. Use this guide to learn how to get more money for the videos you make.

    money-for-videos

    109 of The Best Filmmaking Tools & Resources in 2026

    November 18, 2016

    Here's my big list of filmmaking tools and resources. Want to get ahead of the competition. Arm yourself with these filmmaking tools and resources.

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    How to Charge More For Video: Get $10,000+ For Every Video, Part I

    November 7, 2016

    Learn how to charge more for video with this detailed guide on how to raise your prices and charge what you're worth for the videos you produce.

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    5 Tips to Make More In the Video Production Editing Suite By Doing Less

    October 24, 2016

    Video production editing is a tricky thing to get right. Read this article to learn our 5 tips to make more from doing less with video production editing.

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    Becoming a Filmmaker: 9 Things No One Tells You

    October 13, 2016

    Becoming a filmmaker is hard, but with these tips, you can make things easier. These are the things I wished I knew about becoming a filmmaker.

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    11 Tips To Improve Your Filmmaking Skills And Take Them to the Next Level

    September 30, 2016

    These tips will help you take your filmmaking skills to the next level. Read these tips on filmmaking skills to get ahead of the pack.

    improve-your-filmmaking-skills

    Moving From Photo to Video: How To Transition From Photography To Videography

    September 12, 2016

    Photo to video - more people than ever before are making the transition from photo to video. This guide shows you how to do it properly.

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    The Best of Filmmaking & Video Production August 2016

    September 8, 2016

    August 2016 was a busy month in filmmaking and video production. These are the best posts from around the web in August 2016.

    the-best-of-filmmaking-video-production-august-2016

    5 Things You Absolutely Need to Get Your Video Company Moving

    August 25, 2016

    How do you want your video company to do? What aspects make a great video company and what do you need to start a video company? All will be revealed.

    video-company

    5 Ways to Stop Being Your Own Worst Enemy

    August 18, 2016

    Are you your own worst enemy? Master these tips and tricks to stop being your own worst enemy and find the success you crave.

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    15 Tips to Start & Grow an Animation Video Company

    August 15, 2016

    Learn how to start and grow your Animation video company with our guide to the best ways to start and profit from animated videos today.

    animation-video-company

    3 Tips To Find Your Video Business Internal Locus of Control

    August 4, 2016

    Locus of control is something that you need to find in yourself if you're going to have success in business and life. Find it using our guide.

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    Film Crowdfunding in 2026: Top 7 Sites To Crowdfund Your Film

    July 25, 2016

    Film crowdfunding - this is a guide to the different film crowdfunding platforms that you can use to get money to make your film.

    film-crowdfunding

    9 Business Apps I Use Everyday In My Video Production Business

    June 6, 2016

    Here's a list of the key business apps I use regularly in my business. Get some ideas and discover something new that might change your business and life.

    business-apps

    Starting Videography: How To Start Getting Real Jobs In The Industry

    May 30, 2016

    Starting videography - the way you set out trying to get jobs from the start is really important. Let this article help guide you with starting videography.

    starting-videography-start-real-jobs-industry

    5 Branding Tips: How Do You Increase the Awareness of Your Brand?

    May 17, 2016

    Branding tips - branding is important for any kind of sales and marketing of a product and it's especially important for the marketing of a film.

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    The Best of Filmmaking & Video Production April 2016

    April 29, 2016

    April 2016 was a busy month in filmmaking and video production. These are the best posts from around the web in April 2016.

    the-best-of-filmmaking-video-production-april-2016

    6 Steps To Warm Calling People to Get Leads For Your Video Production Business

    April 11, 2016

    Warm calling is a great method to get leads for your video production company. Not to be confused with cold calling, warm calling is much more productive.

    warm-calling

    11 Tips to Grow Your Video Production Company

    April 4, 2016

    Grow Your Video Production Company. This is our detailed guide that covers everything you need to know, as well as tips, tricks & techniques.

    video-production-company

    Vimeo vs Youtube: Which Video Sharing Site Should You Use?

    March 28, 2016

    Vimeo vs Youtube? What are the pros and cons for using Youtube and for using Vimeo? Find out which you should use and what the best strategy is.

    vimeo-vs-youtube

    3 Key Tips To Making Next-Level Travel Videos

    March 24, 2016

    Travel videos are getting more popular these days with the rise of very affordable filmmaking gear. Learn how to make awesome travel videos with this guide.

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    Hiring A Video Production Assistant For Your Production Company

    March 21, 2016

    Video production assistant - when your video production company gets busy, you're going to want to employ a video production assistant. Here's a guide.

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    14 Elements of Pre-Production For Filmmaking & Video Production

    March 10, 2016

    Pre-production - ensuring everything is planned out effectively before you embark on a film or video project is important and is the root of pre-production.

    pre-production

    Why You Need An Intro Video on Your Video Production Company's Website

    February 15, 2016

    Intro video - your website needs an intro video to describe and promote your service to potential clients. Here's the lowdown!

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    Goal Setting Tips: Working To Maximize Your Success, Part I – Goals & Motivation

    March 11, 2015

    Motivation is so important if you want to be successful as a video business owner. This guide shows you the goal setting tips you need.

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    How To Sell Video Work: How To Close The Sale, Everytime Part II

    March 11, 2015

    Knowing how to sell video work is one of the most important things you'll learn as a video business owner. We'll let you know how to sell your services.

    how-to-sell-video-work

    Quick Start Guide Part 4: How to Start Videography Business – Getting Paid & Growing

    March 10, 2015

    Getting paid is central for how to start videography business. If you're not getting paid, then you don't actually have a working video business.

    how-to-start-videography-business

    Why I Started This Site & Wrote These Guides

    March 2, 2015

    This is the Introduction to Filmmaking Lifestyle's course about starting your very own video production business. This is the start of our Video Business…

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    Seeing Through The Matrix Of Business Dynamics

    September 18, 2014

    The matrix of business dynamics is a little known concept, but understanding it will help you crush things and achieve your business and filmmaking goals.

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    The P-Word And What Outcomes We Can Expect When Mastering The Business of Filmmaking

    August 18, 2014

    What kind of outcomes can you expect when beginning a journey towards improving your filmmaking and business?

    pword-outcomes-expect-mastering-business-filmmaking

    How To Close Clients Using Great Communication

    August 2, 2014

    If you want to close clients, you need to master communication. This is a post about how great communication is key to business success.

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    The Right and Wrong Mindsets For Filmmaking And Business

    July 24, 2014

    This post examines some of the right and the wrong mindsets in filmmaking and business. Knowing these is so important if you want to take your skills to the…

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    Media, Reality TV and It's Effect on Your Filmmaking and Business

    July 17, 2014

    An important thing to consider is the media and reality TV's hold over you. Are you taking in too much of there and becoming socially conditioned?

    media-reality-tv-effect-filmmaking-business

    6 Steps To Get Your Hustle On: What It Means & How To Get It

    May 9, 2014

    I want to go through 6 steps to get your hustle on. As we know, hustle is an important part of success, so here are 6 steps to get your hustle going.

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    Liberation Methods For The Filmmaker

    April 29, 2014

    It's time to discuss liberation methods for the filmmaker and business person. Want to get ahead? Read on.

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    How To Think The Right Way As a Filmmaker

    April 12, 2014

    It's important to think the right way as a filmmaker and business person. This is a guide on how to do just that.

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    It's A Funny Old World...Make 'Em Laugh

    March 14, 2014

    One of the keys to being great at filmmaking (and life) is being easy to be around. Being funny and having a good sense of humor is a great way to achieve this.

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    A Book About Tennis, A Rockstar Frame & How You Can Develop A Fearless Attitude

    February 23, 2014

    The key to big success in filmmaking and business is a strong frame. This article introduces the idea of a strong frame and how to succeed with it.

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    Fitness For Filmmakers Part I: A Complete Guide To Filmmaking Fitness

    January 12, 2014

    The second in our series on fitness for filmmakers and video business owners.

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    Health and Fitness For Filmmakers

    January 11, 2014

    Let's get your health and fitness in place so that you can dominate in your business and filmmaking life.

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    How Shane Carruth Made Primer: A Look At Carruth's Early Career

    January 5, 2014

    The making of Primer is a true indie filmmaking story. This is Shane Carruth's story of the making of Primer

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    Why You Should Give People Money In Order To Get Better With Filmmaking

    June 15, 2013

    Here's a strange concept - give other people money in order to get better at business? Does that make sense? Read on to find out.

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