Dec 26, 2017 | Five For Filming
Storyboard art is one of the most underrated tools in the film industry. It’s usually the last thing filmmakers think they need, and the first to be cut from budget. What many filmmakers don’t realize is that hiring a storyboard artist can help streamline the entire...
Dec 19, 2017 | Five For Filming
We cannot stress this enough: filmmaking is a collaborative process, and one of the keys to effective collaboration is good communication. Conveying information to your team quickly and concisely is a must, as is being able to recall that information at a moment’s...
Nov 21, 2017 | Five For Filming
Setting up production is hard! There’s so much to plan for and (usually) so little time. While the elements in front of the camera are an obvious concern, don’t overlook the well-being and morale of your cast and crew. One colleague recalled a production where they...
Oct 31, 2017 | Interviews
Allie Shehorn is a freelance makeup and special effects artist. She has worked on music videos, commercials, shorts, and feature films, including the Lunacy Productions thriller Rust Creek. She stopped by Lunacy HQ recently to help us celebrate Halloween and to share...
Oct 17, 2017 | Five For Filming
The creative side of the filmmaking business is obviously important, but equally vital to being successful is the business side. One of your top priorities should be to make sure you’re protected from being personally liable if anything goes wrong. One way to do this...