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Exploring the Art of Filmmaking
The Filmmaker's Canvas
Discover the art and craft of filmmaking. From pre-production nuances to post-production secrets, this space offers a rich exploration of filmmaking's diverse landscape. Whether you're a seasoned filmmaker or an aspiring enthusiast, find valuable tips, industry trends, and inspirational stories that celebrate the magic of the cinematic world.
Filmmaking essentials for independent filmmakers
The basics of what is required to make a film have not changed for the last 8 to 9 decades
Viknesh Silvalingam
Nov 16, 20206 min read
What is a Line Producer?
A Line Producer is responsible for the logistics of achieving that vision.
Viknesh Silvalingam
Nov 9, 20204 min read
Transformation in the meaning of Collaboration
In one of my earlier blog posts, I mentioned why filmmaking is considered a collaborative art form. By paying attention to the rolling...
Viknesh Silvalingam
Nov 2, 20203 min read
Features in a screenwriting software that can help you beat Writer's block
Prevention is always is better than cure. A screenwriting software that allows you to share your work and get prompt feedback helps prevent
Viknesh Silvalingam
Oct 26, 20204 min read
COVID has impacted Ultra Low Budget filmmaking
To ensure that a production comes within budget, it is common for crew members to work 12 to 14 hours days
Viknesh Silvalingam
Oct 12, 20204 min read
Diversity in film - Disability doesn't mean inability
The disabled filmmakers. Are they being failed by an industry that is unwilling and unable to include them?Disability doesn't mean inability
Viknesh Silvalingam
Oct 5, 20203 min read
Using data to drive your film's success
Producers and studios are using data to drive your film's success. But there are pros and cons to relying on Big Data for a film's success.
Viknesh Silvalingam
Sep 22, 20202 min read
You don't have to go to film school to make a film
I believe having a network of filmmakers to call upon for is the most important need. Capable and collaborative mates are concrete benefits
Viknesh Silvalingam
Sep 14, 20203 min read
Reduce the need to purchase multiple filmmaking software licenses
There is a desire within the film community to reduce the need to purchase multiple filmmaking software licenses.
Viknesh Silvalingam
Sep 8, 20202 min read
A platform to enhance your film project's productivity
Not only do feature film producers need to work on multiple projects, even short film producers have to do the same.
Viknesh Silvalingam
Aug 31, 20203 min read
How to break down the silo mentality on a film set.
A film production unit consists of many departments such as: Art, Camera Lighting, Wardrobe department, and so on and so forth. Although...
Viknesh Silvalingam
Aug 24, 20203 min read
Start Building a Producing Unit from the Earliest Onset
Last week I wrote about being a filmmaker requires a great deal of collaboration. And what's the basic requirement for collaboration?...
Viknesh Silvalingam
Aug 17, 20203 min read
Filmmaking is a collective art form
Filmmaking is a collective art form. When a film is being produced, it is not done by a one-person army, it requires a group of people,...
Viknesh Silvalingam
Aug 10, 20202 min read
The reintroduction
In the past month, The Martini v0.1 was launched. I have been receiving some positive and constructive feedback. This is a huge...
Viknesh Silvalingam
Jul 27, 20203 min read
COVID 19 changing the way we work... forever?
Thankfully my job, like most other tech positions, has been already set up for remote work with almost 90% of the company workforce not bas
Viknesh Silvalingam
Mar 21, 20202 min read
Why the need for The Martini?
My goal with The Martini, to have a cloud-based software that will enable the filmmaker to collaborate with fellow filmmakers anywhere and a
Viknesh Silvalingam
Feb 11, 20202 min read
Forking a new adventure
Independent filmmakers, especially in the development phase, are a very isolated bunch of people. It is during this moment in their journey
Viknesh Silvalingam
Feb 3, 20202 min read
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