The Art of Film Making A Comprehensive Guide

Written By: Team Anamya

The art of Film-making is a complex and intricate process that requires a great deal of skill and knowledge. The process can be divided into three distinct phases: pre-production, production, post-production. Each phase of the process requires a different set of skills and knowledge. In pre-production, for example, the focus is on developing the script, casting the actors, and scouting locations. During production, the focus shifts to filming the scenes and capturing the footage. Post-production is when the footage is edited and the final touches are added to the Film. Finally, distribution is when the Film is released to the public. Keep reading to learn more about the art of Film-making and how to make your own Films! What is a Film? A Film is a visual used to tell a story or communicate an idea. Films can range from short films to feature-length epics. Films may be silent or have sound, but regardless of their format, it is a powerful medium that can influence their audience. Films usually contain a narrative arc, with a cast of characters and a story that builds to an end. The narrative of a Film is often driven by dialogue, score, and visual elements such as costumes and set design. Films often tell stories featuring themes, motifs, and offbeat characters; using genres such as drama, action, comedy, and horror to drive the narrative. The Basics of Film Making Film-making is a complex process that takes skill and dedication.

The three major Production Stages are-

• PRE-PRODUCTION
• PRODUCTION
• POST-PRODUCTION

PRE-PRODUCTION

These are the major elements included in Pre-Production

• Concept and idea generation
• Budgeting
• Hiring, Rewriting Cast and Crew 
• Choreographer
• Scouting Location 
• Production Plans/ design
• DOP (Director of photography)/ Cinematography
• Costume Designer
• Sound Composer
• Casting Director
• Assistant Director
• Storyboarder
• Scriptwriter

PRODUCTION

The major elements included in Production are-

• Photography/ Photo Editor
• Sound Editor
• Script Supervisor
• Actors 
• Dressing, Lighting
• Clapper loader, Clapperboard
• Call Sheet
• Coordinators

POST-PRODUCTION

The major elements included in Post-Production are-

• Editing
• Sound Composition
• Mixing Mastering
• Visual Effects
• Sound Mixing
• Color Grading
• Distribution Fanfare/ Advertisement and Promotion