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Mark W · #2 (**permalink**) 07-22-2008, 03:17 PM

I am guessing but probably about 15% of posters earn thier living from film making, most of those in the commercial rather than entertainment sector.

I would typify this site as meeting the needs of the keen autuer.

To answer your question fully would be a huge undrtaking - these are only pointers.

First the easy bit, and aruably not the most important bit, the kit.

Sound - This is at least as important as video and many films we see on here are ruined cos of poor sound. Spend as much on sound kit as you do on your camera. Yes really! You can have a radio play without video but you cant have a tv play without sound.

Camera - Real cameras use tape. The market is full of gadgets and gizmos that are little more than tools for salespeople. Tape is a mature and flexible medium and gives the best quality and is easiest to edit. Hard drives belong in computers. A good perhpas used DV SD camera will give better video than a mediocare HDV camera. Sad but true.

Learning - This is the key to making films. You must love films and get in the habit of watching films and deconstructing them in your head. Watch directors commnetries in the extras, they are very instructive. Read film books, both technical and arty.

Practice -practice practice practice. Get feedback, cry, try again - repeat !