The Digital Filmmaking Handbook

by Mark Brindle

Whether you are already a seasoned director or simply a film fan, this comprehensive guide features everything you need to know to make a digital film: from the basics of capturing footage and planning a shoot, to the more advanced aspects of editing and post-production.

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

526 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 1, 2013

Reviews

[Frances Wilde · Rating 3 out of 5]

this was so INTERESTING and PRACTICAL and COOL

[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.

[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.

[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.