Independent Short Films

Archive for August, 2011

Independent Short Film: Doodlebug

August 26th, 2011

A look into recent filmmaking history this week, with a surreal Independent Short Film from 1997 called “Doodlebug” by Christopher Nolan. Of course, Nolan went on to direct Memento, Amnesia, Batman Begins, The Prestige and The Dark Knight .

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Originally posted 2009-01-23 10:09:59.

Technorati Tags: amnesia, batman begins, christian bale, christopher nolan, dark knight, doodlebug, memento, the prestige

 

Independent Short Film: Pencil Face

August 19th, 2011

Pencil Face is an instant classic.  Slightly predictable, perhaps, but a remarkably well done Independent Short Film.

Originally posted 2008-12-06 10:12:59.

Technorati Tags: drawing, face, friendship, imagination, pencil, young girl

 

How to write a good short film script

August 19th, 2011

That’s the name of a great article I read at timesonline.co.uk just a minute ago.

Here’s a link.

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Two quick take-home points:
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Know your goal in making an Independent Short Film. As mentioned on this blog numerous times in the past, Independent Short Films are often a touchpoint for networking with others in the industry (at festivals, for example) and planning other projects such as features.
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Keep it short.  There’s a reason why it’s called a short film.  Wikipedia tells us, “There is no clear definition of the maximum length of a short film, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences classify it as 40 minutes, while the Internet Movie Database refer to any film lasting less than 45 minutes as a short subject.”  Your 45-minute short film might technically qualify by some standards, but if a festival organizer has to choose between screening your film or 12-15 other films, my money would be on the others.  Here’s a good rule of thumb: The longer your short film is, the more exceptionally remarkable it must be in order to justify its length.
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The rest of the article deals with elements of story.  At the end, there’s a link to a sales page for the book that inspired the article.  I have no connection with the book or the article, but I’ve heard good things about the people behind the book, from shootingpeople.org so if you ever get your hand on a copy, let me know how it is.
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Until next time.

Originally posted 2009-12-11 18:43:59.

Technorati Tags: scriptwriting

 

Independent Short Film: The Haircut

August 10th, 2011

I have to admit, I found this Independent Short Film to be a little bizarre, which made it all the more interesting.  Very well-made.

The Haircut

Originally posted 2008-12-03 10:12:59.

Technorati Tags: barber, barbershop, haircut

 

Independent Short Film: Offside

August 3rd, 2011

This is an Independent Short Film that A friend of mine came across and brought to my attention. We hosted a film discussion evening in my apartment and it was REALLY interesting to hear what everyone took away from the film. What are your thoughts? Consider the film from a storyteller’s perspective: What elements of plot, theme, symbolism, etc. can you draw out of the film? Now consider the film from a filmmaker’s perspective: What do you notice about the shots, editing, filter choice, audio mixing, etc. that stands out to you? Leave a comment with your thoughts, and I’ll share some of my thoughts throughout.

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Originally posted 2008-10-11 10:14:59.

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