Top 5 Things You MUST Know Before Making Your First Film

Описание: Making your first film can feel overwhelming but it doesn’t have to be.

In this video, I break down my top 5 lessons every filmmaker should understand BEFORE making their first film. These are hard-earned insights from real productions, not theory and they apply whether you’re making a short film or jumping straight into a feature.

In this video, we cover:

1- Value Your Ideas
Your ideas are more powerful than gear, budgets, or resources. People don’t buy into cameras — they buy into stories. A strong idea can attract cast, crew, and collaborators who help bring your film to life.

2- Short Film vs Feature Film — Choose Strategically
There’s no “right” answer. The right choice is the project you can realistically produce and finish. Pick the format that allows you to complete the journey, not abandon it halfway.

4- The Learning Process Is the Point
Filmmaking is built through trial, error, and repetition. Don’t be afraid to reshoot scenes. Sometimes moments need time to develop — and that’s where real cinematic magic happens.

4- Always Have an End Goal
Whether it’s festivals, a portfolio piece, online release, or proof of concept — having a clear end goal will push you to finish your film when motivation dips.

5- Hard Work Gets the Shot
Going the extra distance — literally — often means getting the shots that make the film. Long days, extra takes, better angles… that effort shows on screen.

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