The Digital Filmmaking Handbook: The definitive guide to digital filmmaking

by Mark Brindle, Chris Jones (Foreword)

Part of the perennially best-selling Quercus Digital Photography series, this comprehensive guide features everything you need to know to make a digital film, from conception to finished product.
 
Using clear, step-by-step instruction, The Digital Filmmaking Handbook concisely illustrates the technical and creative challenges of digital filmmaking for novices and professionals alike, spanning topics from conception to
 
- Planning a how to make a storyboard
- Set dressing and lighting a set
- Principal filming with HD and DSLR cameras—including the latest advice on equipment, accessories, and software
- Advanced software and practices
-  digital effects and
 
Packed with tips and tricks to develop both your creative vision and your technical know-how, The Digital Filmmaking Handbook is the ultimate resource for all your filmmaking needs.

Genres: Film, Art, Technology, Reference, Nonfiction, Photography

224 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2013

Reviews

[Frances Wilde · Rating 3 out of 5]

this was so INTERESTING and PRACTICAL and COOL

[Pj · Rating 3 out of 5]

Don't pick up this book looking for the be-all, end-all when it comes to digital filmmaking. It is exactly what it says it is: a "guide." Nice, glossy overview exploring all levels of digital videography, from making home movies to indie films. This is just a starting point for further research and exploration.

[Matty Turner · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book gives a great brief insight in to all areas of the filmmaking process you will definitely need to further research a lot of the techniques mentioned to gain a better practical understanding. But overall for learning the basics this book is good even if it’s a little dated in places eg the 2 pages on compact 3D cameras made me cringe.

[Alex · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book includes very good advise for all filmmakers!

[Vritika Sehrawat · Rating 2 out of 5]

Decent book for a beginner in filmmaking.

[Joe · Rating 2 out of 5]

Too broad. Skims a million topics. Some obvious, some interesting, but none in depth. Might be an OK starting point if you know absolutely nothing about video. Even if that's the case, you'll need to proceed to other resources to learn more detailed, practical tips.

[Mufaddal Za]

not as comprehensive as i thought it would be

[Ron Restorff · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well written, informative and comprehensive, I will be using this book often as a reference.

[Óli Sóleyjarson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mjög fín.

[Moa · Rating 2 out of 5]

quite basic and quite boring according to me...
but it contained some nice tips!

[Reeman · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice tips. Not as concise as I thought it would be.
Good reference, nonetheless.