Develop your creative voice while acquiring the practical skills and confidence to use it with this new and fully updated edition of Mick Hurbis-Cherrier's filmmaking bible, Voice & Vision. Written for independent filmmakers and film students who want a solid grounding in the tools, techniques, and processes of narrative film, this comprehensive manual covers all of the essentials while keeping artistic vision front and center. Hurbis-Cherrier walks the reader through every step of the process--from the transformation of an idea into a cinematic story, to the intricacies of promotion and distribution--and every detail in between. Features of this book include: Comprehensive technical information on video production and postproduction tools, allowing filmmakers to express themselves with any camera, in any format, and on any budget ; An emphasis on the collaborative filmmaking process, including the responsibilities and creative contributions of every principal member of the crew and cast ; A focus on learning to work successfully with available resources (time, equipment, budget, personnel, etc.) in order to turn limitations into opportunities ; Updated digital filmmaking workflow breakdowns for Rec. 709 HD, Log Format, and D-Cinema productions ; Substantial coverage of the sound tools and techniques used in film production and the creative impact of postproduction sound design ; An extensive discussion of digital cinematography fundamentals, including essential lighting and exposure control tools, common gamma profiles, the use of LUTs, and the role of color grading ; Abundant examples referencing contemporary and classic films from around the world ; Indispensable information on production safety, team etiquette, set procedures, and much more.
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