Producing and Directing the Short Film and Video
Editorial Reviews
Review
"This how-to book provides you with beneficial information, even if you aren't looking to make professional films or videos. The book breaks down the entire process. The authors have created an indespensable tool for any producer, regardless of experience level." - Videomaker Magazine, May 2001
“A thoughtful and comprehensive guide to all aspects of making a short film. I wish a practical, nuts-and-bolts guide like this had existed when I was a film student.”Â-Susan Seidelman, director, Desperately Seeking Susan, Smithereens, and Sex in the City
“A veritable bible, valuable for both the short and feature filmmaker. ItÂ's as good as a year in most film schools.”Â-Jon Davison, producer, Airplane, Robocop, and Starship Troopers
“Without question, the definitive book on the film production. A long-awaited, necessary map to the young filmmaker in his journey through the mine fields of movie making. I would keep it next to the viewfinder.”Â-Michael Pressman, film director, producer of The Practice, Chicago Hope, and Picket Fences
“This volume will easily become an indispensable source book for both students and practicing filmmakers. The wealth of information on all aspects of film production is truly impressive. The quoted filmmakersÂ' notes and the practical examples of their production problems illustrate very well the ideas and recommendations of this book.”Â-Kris Malkiewicz, film professor, California Institute of the Arts, author of Cinematography
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Book Description
Taking the reader from script to final product, Peter Rea and David Irving clearly illustrate all of the steps involved in pre-production, production, post production and distribution. Their unique two-fold approach looks at filmmaking from the perspectives of both producer and director and explains how their separate energies must combine in order to create a successful short film.
Producing and Directing the Short Film and Video
Producing and Directing the Short Film and Video,Peter W. Rea,David K. Irving,Focal Press,0240801881,Film & Video - Amateur Production,Motion Picture Directing And Producing,Motion pictures,Performing Arts,Performing Arts/Dance,Production and direction,Short films,Video Performance And Production,Video recordings,Films, cinema,Special kinds of photography
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