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Hi, I'm curious if anyone can suggest some good books on Directing for Film. I have much experience directing actors, it's everything else I need help with. My background is writing and acting, with a little experience Directing for Film. Suggestions? Thanks! Much appreciated!!!

Very true directorik, and I have thought about that. If I were to rent it out, which I'm actually leaning towards not doing, I would have to clarify that in the agreement, that if something does happen to the camera, I would not have a backup, which is definitely and advantage of renting from a...

Also, I definitely have cut back on a lot of what I don't need, and have literally just acquired what I need and nothing more. My DP has suggested increasing the shoot from 2 weekends, to potentially 4 weekends, simply to allow for the time that might be needed to get the shots. Her point is...

Excellent! Very well put Will. And this has been my biggest issue. I literally have everything I need to do this short. I'm shooting on the Canon XL2 and have lighting, dolly, etc., everything I need to get the shots I want. Having the 35mm adapter is just my own issue with how I want it...

Excellent point Will. Something I didn't think about, renting myself out with the equipment, hmmm. The only problem there would definitely be the time/scheduling issue. That would be the only problem. indietalk, also a good point, and i have thought about that. That I think would be the...

Thank you both for the comments. I just wanted to verify that I wasn't out of my mind purchasing the things I would use continually. Like Indietalk was saying, I didn't know there was that much of a difference between the daily and weekly rate. I didn't even think about asking about the...

I've decided to purchase most of the equipment I will need to do my short. Simply because I intend on filming my feature with this equipment in the future. With that, I've spent quite a bit (audio equipment, lighting, etc.). The only reason I wanted to do this, was because when I would call...

That's exactly what I was trying to describe to my friend, but he looks like he's set in his ways. I do wish him luck. I just wanted to ask to support my position, thanks.

Actually, one more question if I could. I have a colleague who is considering shooting without production insurance for his little mini project. I told him he was insane! But he was saying that he simply couldn't afford the $1,800 for the insurance, and was going to shoot his film anyway. He...

Thank you all for the comments and suggestions. DirectorIK, thanks so much for your bluntness, very much appreciated. I definitely know what you mean. I actually am thinking of postponing the shoot. I just feel kinda weird doing it, as I don't want to look like an ass in the eyes of the...

Very good question. At this point I can't tell. We'll have to see. Again, I went with this DP because she came highly recommended, and she had a nice reel. With my time ticking away, I feel I may just have to adjust with respect to working with this DP, and see how it works. She's a...

Funny you say that Indietalk, my producer said the same thing. I may have to consider that. You know, the thing I want is someone who is willing to work with what we have. Maybe that's idealistic thinking, but that's what I'd like to have with whatever project I take on. $10k budget, or $10mill.

I have thought about speaking with the DP, and I will consider that. The only issue for me, is I want a film look. I found this video on YouTube, and I hate to sound like an amateur in the sense of what I'm looking for, but honestly, this look that this guy got with just using his regular EOS...

I am shooting my first short, being shot on digital. I am using an XL2 with a 35mm adapter and 35mm lens. My question is about 35mm lens. Could someone please tell me why I need to use 35mm High Speed Movie Lens, in comparison to regular 35mm Camera Lens. I ask because I've seen footage of...

Thanks so much clive, will do! Richard OneClickFilms, LLC www.oneclickfilms.com .

Hey Sam, no problem. Microphone wise, at this stage in the game, I really wouldn't worry about exactly what microphone would be best, especially with working with a low budget. Do your research. Find out the differences between a shotgun mic, condensor mics, etc. I say this because, one...

Thank you both for your comments, most appreciated! I think I'm going to rent. The reason why, is I just don't want to take the chance of having camera issue's. Not that I think I WOULD have one, but as you both know, timing is everything. Especially when you are working with people that...

I would use AfterEffects to clean it up and modify the slow motion for your needs.

Clive, your comments are excellent! Right on the money! I also have a suggestion or two that I have found to be helpful on my projects. Regarding the cast, it may be cliche', but treat your cast like gold. I am an actor, writer, and getting more into direction and producing. And there is...

I have a question. I have been back and forth with if I should purchase a camera, or rent. I'm getting a lot of comments that I should just rent. So then if anything happens to the camera during the shoot, I can just have the rental company deal with the problem. I have a shoot coming up in...