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Is the Canon XL2 a good camera for shooting SD films on DV? I'm looking for a good camera that will support me for the remainder of my filmmaking days. Has anyone used the XL H1S for shooting HD? Btw,when would you decide to shoot in HD rather than SD? What type of film would look better shot...

How much would a decent 1st AD cost/day? $150/day? How long does the average 20 minute film take to film? 10 days?

When I start making my own films post-grad, should I hire a 1st AD for a few points, so I can concentrate on blocking the scenes and directing the actors, and not have to worry about logistics, finances and directing the extras. Or should I not, save those precious points, and increase my...

One of the reasons I shall be attending Orange Coast College's film school. I'll get to work on TV sets and film sets. When I meet with the department head of the film program at OCC to get info on it, any advice you can give me on what to ask? Btw: when I start making films post-graduation...

Would you consider the director, cinematographer, and editor to be the auteurs of a film? Maybe with enough filmmaking experience, I can produce films for other indies.

I figured so much.

Reason I'm waiting: money. Seriously, I'd love to, but the only person I know in the industry is my friend's dad, a production accountant. Who got fired because the company owner's wife hates him. Also, I live with my parents (I just turned 18, and have yet to find a job). Also, when I start...

I'll be enrolling in Orange Coast College's (Costa Mesa, CA) film major after I complete my last GE reqs (German, PoliSci, and Speech). I've always been interested in creative arts, esp. writing, and I've wanted to make films out of my work. Perhaps I could co-write a script, hire some acting...

Hi! I'm a student at Orange Coast College, and I decided to study film b/c of a huge waitlist for the cardiovascular technology program, and I needed something to keep my name on the college books. I'm currently waiting for my appointment with Department Head Bob Lazarus to discuss the program...