Opening
Module 1: Introduction to Feature Filmmaking
Module 2: Concept Development and Screenwriting
Module 3: Pitch Decks
Module 4: Financing
Module 5: SCHEDULING & BUDGETING
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Scheduling & Budgeting: Know Your Time, Know Your Cash (5:40)
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Back Into the Budget: Building from Your Target Number (5:01)
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The Fastest Way to Save Money in Pre-Production (1:45)
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The Art of Negotiating... Everything (13:07)
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DOWNLOAD: Sample Movie Magic Budget
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DOWNLOAD: Sample Excel Budget
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DOWNLOAD: Sample Drawdown Schedule
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What Is a Script Clearance Report—and Why It Can Save Your Butt (4:16)
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DOWNLOAD: Sample Script Clearance Report
Module 6: Casting
Module 7: Locations
Module 8: Crewing Up
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DOWNLOAD: Sample Crew Contract & Deal Memo
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Kill the "Passion Project" Pitch — Lead with Purpose and Energy (2:01)
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Your Film Crew: The Departments You Need (1:47)
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Above the Line vs. Below the Line: Understanding Your Core Creative Costs (4:40)
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Building Your Production Powerhouse: The Essential Team to Get Rolling (14:28)
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Finding Your Stars: Building Your Casting Department (1:17)
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Action! Building Your Stunt Department for Safety and Impact (5:06)
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Crafting Your World: Building a Killer Art Department (6:06)
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Making it Real (On Set): Your Special Effects Department (1:06)
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Lights, Camera, Beauty! Your Hair and Makeup Department (4:20)
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Dressing the Part: Your Essential Wardrobe Department (3:45)
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Power and Precision: Building Your Grip and Electric Department (2:56)
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Capturing the Vision: Building Your Essential Camera Department (5:25)
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Sound is King: Why Your On-Set Sound Person is Non-Negotiable (4:45)
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Getting There: Navigating the Transportation Department (1:14)
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Finding Your Stage: Navigating the Locations Department (4:59)
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Capturing the Buzz: Your Unit Publicity Department (1:43)
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The Final Polish: Your Essential Post-Production Departments (5:04)
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Your Essential Film Crew: Setting Up for a Smooth and Headache-Free Shoot (1:01)
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Crew Up: Find Your Film Family (7:49)
Module 9: Production Management
Module 10: Directing
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Creating a Lookbook and Previsualization: Sell Your Vision (3:42)
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DOWNLOAD: Sample Lookbook
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See It To Believe It: Shot Lists That Get It Done (7:39)
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Pre-Visualizing Your Vision: Unleashing the Power of Unreal Engine (18:28)
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Director's Commentary Intro (2:12)
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HARD SUN - Director's Commentary (94:42)
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Embracing the Misses: Failure Ain't Fatal (11:24)
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Your Directing DNA: Tech Wiz or Actor Whisperer? (3:36)
Module 11: Cinematography
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Frame It Right: Understanding Aspect Ratios and Lenses for a Cinematic Look (4:05)
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Sensor Size & Squeeze: Lens Magic Explained (3:08)
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The Power of the Lens: Exploring Focal Lengths and Their Cinematic Impact (7:27)
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Shot Sizes & Angles: Your Visual Storytelling Arsenal (8:47)
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Don't Cross the Line: The 180-Degree Rule (11:02)
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Group Scenes? No Sweat: 180-Degree Advanced Tips (6:27)
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The Secret to Cinematic Lighting: Smart Side vs. Dumb Side (11:44)
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Master Outdoor Lighting: The Secret's in the Shadows (8:10)
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The Four Pillars of Cinematic Lighting: Mastering Portrait Styles (14:21)
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Shaping Light with Bounces and Shadows with Negative Fill (8:53)
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Lighting with Intention: The Power of Motivated Light (12:32)
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BONUS: Practical Lighting Demonstration (5:33)
Module 12: Sound and Music
Module 13: Post-Production and Editing
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Editing Software: Pick Your Post-Production Poison (3:20)
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VFX: Blow Minds, Not Budgets (9:00)
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Color Grading: Make Your Film Sing (2:47)
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Film Emulation Magic: Transforming Your Digital Footage with Dehancer (64:46)
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QC Reports: What They Are and Why They Matter (3:20)
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DOWNLOAD: Sample QC (Quality Control) Report
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Post-Production Blues: How to Survive the Silence (5:29)
Module 14: Virtual Production and AI Integration
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Introduction to Virtual Production (5:00)
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SNEAK PEAK: Google Gemini Advanced is WILD (3:13)
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The Industry Is Changing — And That’s a Good Thing (9:56)
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The AI Revolution: Your Superpower in the Future of Film (3:56)
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Virtual Production in Action: "The Mech Touch" Workflow Breakdown (22:44)
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Level Up: Virtual Production and AI Mastery Awaits (1:57)
Module 15: Film Distribution and Markets
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Understanding the Modern Film Festival Landscape (21:16)
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DCP Demystified: Your Film's Ticket to the Big Screen (8:20)
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Distribution Deals: Know Your Worth, Protect Your Film (18:59)
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DOWNLOAD: Sample Distribution Contract
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The Contract Isn't the Finish Line: The Ongoing Battle of Enforcement (2:57)
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Film Markets: Network Like a Ninja (3:27)
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AFM Hacking: Party Your Way to Success (2:54)
Module 16: Marketing
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Free Publicity: Press Releases That Get Seen (4:00)
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EPK: Your Film's All-Star Resume (4:59)
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DOWNLOAD: Press Release Template
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DOWNLOAD: EPK Template
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Social Media Domination: Hype Your Film Like a Boss (1:18)
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Get Noticed: The Power of Reviews and Exclusive First Looks (4:41)
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Cast & Crew Screening: Celebrate Good Times (9:36)
Module 17: Career Building and Networking
