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rachelallen060
Nov 23, 20211 min read
The Zero Dollars Idea
A big chunk of the no-budget/low-budget filmmaking community is always on the hunt for great ideas for movies they can produce for...
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rachelallen060
Nov 18, 20212 min read
Write Every Day
If you decide to plop down in front of the keyboard and write for 60 seconds without stopping – you’ve started. The only way to get...
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rachelallen060
Nov 16, 20212 min read
The Power of a Tape Recorder
In 2017, I found myself in a car with a young lady who could. not. stop. talking. She wasn’t talking to me, mind you, she was talking on...
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rachelallen060
Nov 11, 20212 min read
Be Economical with Dialogue
Whether you plan to write, direct and produce your script, sell it to a production company, or pitch it to your mom and dad for funding –...
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rachelallen060
Nov 9, 20212 min read
Read Scripts (with a Twist)
“Read scripts” is something that I’m sure you’ve heard before; it is the screenwriter’s guru mantra given to anyone who aspires to become...
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rachelallen060
Nov 4, 20211 min read
The Power of Writing Exercises
I love writing exercises! They’re designed to help you develop the skills you need to become a better writer. They challenge you to...
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rachelallen060
Nov 2, 20211 min read
Reinvent History
Take any historical event you can think of. It could be ancient history, modern history, Greek history (helloooooooo Brad Pitt in Troy),...
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rachelallen060
Oct 28, 20212 min read
Write About Your Obsessions
Take a subject you’re obsessed with – it can be anything from Nazis to computer hacking, sex dolls to bank robbers, fast cars to bird...
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rachelallen060
Oct 26, 20212 min read
The Shower Principle
Have you ever wondered why the best ideas tend to come to you when you're in the shower? Don't worry it's not just you, a lot of...
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rachelallen060
Oct 21, 20212 min read
Can You Afford an Established Actor?
Many low-budget indie filmmakers are under the impression that a recognizable name is beyond their reach and that they don’t have the...
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rachelallen060
Oct 19, 20211 min read
Create an IMBD Page
Once you have actually created a film, it’s a good idea to create an account with IMDB that has at least one credit in its contribution...
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rachelallen060
Oct 14, 20211 min read
Study Adobe After Effects
I don’t think that you need to become a compositing master before decided to embark on your first feature film shoot, but I would...
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rachelallen060
Oct 12, 20212 min read
Mastering Adobe Premiere
Whether you’re going to be working with an editor, or even if you go solo, understanding how to edit is something that should be high on...
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rachelallen060
Oct 7, 20212 min read
Don't Wait to Get A Website
One of the first things you need to do in pre-production is to buy a domain name and create a website for your upcoming movie. I usually...
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rachelallen060
Oct 5, 20211 min read
Send Your Script to Writers Guild Association
If you want to have an added layer of protection, you may submit your screenplay or treatment to the WGA (The Writer’s Guild...
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rachelallen060
Sep 30, 20212 min read
Negotiate!
You won’t have to look hard to find a film investor who whole-heartedly believes in the idea that “he who makes the gold, makes the...
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rachelallen060
Sep 28, 20211 min read
Setting Up an LLC
Unless you are making a feature film for less than $5,000, then spending $200 on setting up an LLC, or Limited Liability Company is a...
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rachelallen060
Sep 23, 20211 min read
Receiving Critic Reviews
Yes, your short film can and most likely will be reviewed online by professional film critics. Some of them will charge a fee, while...
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rachelallen060
Sep 21, 20211 min read
Create Your Own Website
A professional-looking website will go a long way in selling your brand and give the people you work with confidence in your ability to...
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rachelallen060
Sep 16, 20211 min read
The No Budget Film School
One of the greatest weaknesses of first-time, low-budget indie filmmakers also happens to be one of their biggest strengths –enthusiasm....
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