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Learn Indie Filmmaking By Making a Short Film

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About Learn Indie Filmmaking By Making a Short Film

Class Intro :: Learn Indie Filmmaking

Class Project

Your Idea

Idea Tool :: Fairy Tale

Breakdown and the 3 Acts

Theme :: The most Important tool

Make Poster For Your Film

Genre :: Identify Your Genre

Outline

Outline Tool :: Change

Outline Tool :: Storyboard

Bonus :: Using Keywords

Screenplay

Screenplay Format

Bonus :: Screenplay Format II

Screenplay :: Physical Expression

Screenplay :: Writing Demo

Bonus :: Exposition Story

Bonus :: Exposition Dialogue

Bonus :: Character Development

Create A Film Proposal For Financiers

Production

Cinematography :: Visual Style

Cinematography :: Angle Tool

Cinematography :: Making A Shot List

Sound Recording

Bonus :: Low-Budget Camera Tips

Three Acts Of A Film Moment

Bonus :: Metaphors General Introduction

Using Metaphors To Express Your Story :: Bonus

Metaphor Dialogue Example

Metaphors in Cinematography

Directing

Film Directing :: Preparation

Directing Tools : Failsafe and Blocking

Bonus :: Directing Focus

Bonus :: Tips on Directing Actors

Editing

Editing Process & First Impressions

Edit :: Final Cut Pro

Edit :: Real Time Edit Sprint

Edit :: Davinci Resolve

Color

Bonus :: Editing Example: "Racing"

Bonus :: Coloring Example: "Racing"

Bonus :: Edit Example: Mini-Story

Exporting Your Film

Export :: exporting your film and making backups

Lesson Recap

Thank You & Goodbye

What You Will Learn?

  • My name is Olaf, I am a do-it-yourself filmmaker with over two-decade experience. Through my film career, I've directed actors like Academy Nominee Florence Pugh (Black Widow, Little Women), James Cosmo (Braveheart), Johnathan Price (Brazil), Michael Imperioli (Sopranos), JJ Field (Captain America), to name a few..
  • > Note: IF YOU FINISH this class, you're eligible for my free Film Seminar via Zoom every Saturday, visit my website in my profile for more information..
  • In this class, I'll share all the tools that I've learned by completing twelve feature films. In this step-by-step guide to Indie Filmmaking, you'll teach yourself how to complete a short film independently through manageable action steps.
  • [BE SURE TO CHECK OUT MY OTHER CLASS ON INDIE FILMMAKING].
  • This class is for anyone who is starting or has done a couple of film projects; in either case, this class will deepen your understanding of creative filmmaking. Your Class Project is doing a 1-3 minute short film. .
  • Every filmmaker is unique, and because of that, I'll share the fundamentals of what I've learned - for you to develop your optimal workflow. All you need for this class is a camera, something to write on, and a computer to edit your film. Here are some of the things you'll learn in this class:.
  • Everything starts with your Idea, and that's where we'll start. We'll dive into tools like Theme and Genre to extract it. We'll explore how to Outline before you start writing your Screenplay. We'll discuss Production, Cinematography, and Directing before hitting the post-production phase..
  • This course will not only demystify the filmmaking process, but it'll also illuminate your creative strengths and help you identify areas of improvement as an Indie Filmmaker..
  • This class comes with a certificate. When you've completed your film, you can send it to me for review and you'll receive a confirmation of completion..
  • [BE SURE TO CHECK OUT MY OTHER CLASS ON INDIE FILMMAKING].
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  • Testimonials .
  • - "Olaf's experience and compassion is a unique resource for all who are open and ready" Giancarlo Esposito, actor, Breaking Bad.
  • - "Olaf's coaching helped me realize I was ready to write my first film. What for many years seemed daunting, became possible because of his expertise and warrior spirit." Suilma Rodriguez, actress.
  • - "Olaf's ability to see beyond the surface is like conjuring. I am forever grateful for his pragmatic, and expansive guidance." Jesse Megan Eidsness, CEO of Wild Love Apothecary.
  • - "I mentored Olaf and I'm happy he's spreading his wisdom" Dr. Jeff Spencer, The Cornerman Coach.