What makes you a cinephile?

A cinephile is a person with a deep love of the moving image (it’s not creepy in any way so don’t say that it is). Cinephiles of the past were a merry little community going from theatre to theatre lapping up even the dirtiest of film sludge that even brushed against the moving image.

What do cinephiles do?

If you’re already a big fan of watching movies, you may be wondering what it takes to become a cinephile. A cinephile is someone who is passionate about movies and knows a lot about them. A cinephile should be an educated film consumer with the tool kit to distinguish average films from outstanding ones.

How do film critics review movies?

Film criticism usually offers interpretation of its meaning, analysis of its structure and style, judgement of its worth by comparison with other films, and an estimation of its likely effect on viewers. Film theory (e.g. feminist, postmodernist, etc.) often informs the critical analysis of a film.

How do I get into the film industry?

Find some folks shooting something and offer your services in a department that interests you just to learn. The more people you get to know that are shooting things, the more you’ll find these opportunities.

Should you include friends and family in your film project?

Our tip: Don’t feel obligated to include friends and family in your project. This is your film, which means choosing the best people for the job. Hopefully your acquaintances are professional enough to accept when you don’t think they’re a fit for your project. You may need to construct sets for a setting you’d like to have.

How do I find the right people for my film?

We recommend you take as much time as needed to find the right people for your film. For crew members, be sure to consider their past work and experience, and request showreels or any examples if available. You should also hold auditions to find the best actors and actresses for your roles.

How long does it take to film a movie scene?

Give yourself plenty of time to shoot scenes so that you’re never rushed and can accommodate for changes or problems. It’s common for a scene that will last one minute in the final cut to require more than five hours to film. Our tip: If time permits, try filming the same scenes from new angles.