Making short films : the complete guide from script to screen / Clifford Thurlow.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Thurlow, Clifford.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Short films--Production and direction.

Short films.

Short films--Authorship.

Authorship.

Physical Description:

x, 246 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Edition:

English edition.

Place of Publication:

Oxford, UK ; New York : Berg, 2005.

Summary:

This is a practical and inspirational guide to students and independent film-makers. It is the only book to describe and explain the whole process, from creating an original or adapted script, through producing and directing to finance and distribution. Whether you are embarking on a short film project by yourself or are planning a more ambitious, collaborative project, "Making Short Films" gives you the low-down on everything you need to know, including: information on new, digital technology, a range of complete scripts for award-winning shorts with commentaries by the film-makers, insider tips on making deals, renting equipment, securing funding and getting your short shown, details on the all major film festivals, and a glossary of film terms.

Contents:

1 The Script 5

2 The Producer 17

3 The Director 31

5 Finance and Distribution 61

6 Noise Control 83

7 G.M. 109

8 Room Eleven 135

9 Greta May: The Adaptation 171

Appendix 2 Film Festivals 213.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 237-238) and index.

ISBN:

1845200632

1845200624

OCLC:

57202082