Last week, I talked about lighting. This week, let’s examine editing. Editing is the process of selecting and combining shots into an overall work, at its most basic level. Editing can be as simple as inserting a dissolve transition between two shots, but can also be so complex that it alters the meaning of a scene [...]
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Reese Witherspoon’s new role follows Oscar curse
This weekend, the new Reese Witherspoon vehicle This Means War will be released. The movie marks a turning point in Witherspoon’s career, one in which has taken a considerable hit since winning her first and only Oscar for Walk the Line in 2006. Witherspoon has fallen into a familiar trap: that of the beautiful young [...]
Read the rest of this article »Animated feature shines with breathtaking visuals
The Secret World of Arrietty features a talented cast and remarkable animation.
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Often overlooked for more prestigious features, the short films of this year’s Academy Awards offers diverse, poignant perspectives.
Read the rest of this article »Lighting can make or break video shoots
Last week, I talked about sound in film and video. This week, we’re going to examine lighting. Lighting is a powerful force within videos and films. Lighting can add drama, embellish beauty or create a host of other effects. A character lit from behind can create an ominous silhouette, while soft light on someone’s face [...]
Read the rest of this article »Recording sound has never been easier
Today I’m going to talk a bit about sound in film and video. Recording sound for videos and films is now easier than it has been at any point in time—most cameras come with fairly decent built-in mics, and some great external mics are available for not that much money. Also, other devices can be [...]
Read the rest of this article »Depth of field helps focus in on images
Last week, I talked about framing and the rule of thirds. This week, we’ll take a closer look at composition, and in particular, depth of field. Depth of field is a term that is thrown around a lot in video and film. It may sound complex, but depth of field simply refers to the part of [...]
Read the rest of this article »New comedy disappoints on every front
A mediocre script, subpar performances and bad direction create the perfect trifecta for an uninspired, boring cinematic venture.
Read the rest of this article »The Grey critiques values of mankind
Director Joe Carnahan and actors Liam Neeson and Frank Grillo discuss their involvement in The Grey and the film’s significance.
Read the rest of this article »Trojans should fight on for film history
The death of 35mm film will put revival movie houses out of business and deprive moviegoers of a unique viewing experience.
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