Anyone from 6 years or older can follow these top tips.
So lets get to it.
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Its hard to make films on your own.
We had up to 30 people on the set ofNelson Nutmeg.
And we were a very small film.
But you dont need that many people.
3 or 4 friends is enough.
They may change over time as people get different hobbies or go on holiday.
When you first pick up a camera, the temptation is just to get out there and shoot stuff!
But if you do that, you end up just filming anything and everything.
The end result usually isnt very good.
To avoid this trap, have a plan.
It doesnt need to be a script or a storyboard or anything professional that takes ages.
Its true, better equipment can help.
But its not an excusenotto be filming.
Maybe someone will eventually lend you their better camera but only if you show how great you are already.
All the equipment you need is already in the palm of your hands!
If you like comedy, editing makes the jokes snappier.
If you like action, editing makes the scenes more exciting.
If you like drama, editing helps the viewer to focus on the story and characters.
All types of films benefit from editing.
The good news: you might get free editing software for your box, phone or tablet.
Behind the scenes clips from big movies are fun.
And you’re able to learn quite a lot about how to make films from watching them.
But dont feel bad if you make mistakes when shooting your own movie.
Remember, Hollywood make the BTS clips to try and advertise their films they want to look good.
But you WONT see these mistakes in their official behind the scenes clips.
But he wasnt ready yet to take the leap into making features.
So he kept on making short films, and learning more about filmmaking.
And having lots of fun, too.
You should do the same.
Just keep at it, have fun, and youll naturally get better over time.
Now… whats next?
