top of page
Viknesh Silvalingam
May 14, 20231 min read
My science fiction screenplay will include these 3 elements
I'm in the screenwriting phase of the project. Not to give too much away about the plot, the story centers around a murder in the metaverse.
27 views
Viknesh Silvalingam
Feb 25, 20232 min read
3 key takeaways from making my first feature film
3 keys takeaways from making my first feature film
115 views
Viknesh Silvalingam
Oct 15, 20213 min read
Using Aspect ratio 4:3 is an artistic choice
To simply state, an aspect ratio is a proportional relationship between a printed or digital image's width and he
188 views0 comments
Viknesh Silvalingam
Sep 21, 20216 min read
Preparing for a Legal (Courtroom) Drama
"Everything that guy just said is bullshit. Thank you." - Vinny Cambini, My Cousin Vinny The year - 2011. The location - the living room...
386 views0 comments
Viknesh Silvalingam
Jul 14, 20213 min read
Write a compelling character with the help of a character bio
Why do we need a character bio? “When writing a novel a writer should create living people; people not characters. A character is a...
86 views0 comments
Viknesh Silvalingam
Jun 28, 20213 min read
How to write an exciting logline to entice someone to read your screenplay
"I could be just a writer very easily. I am not a writer. I am a screenwriter, which is half a filmmaker. … But it is not an art form,...
100 views0 comments
Viknesh Silvalingam
May 5, 20212 min read
A Low Oscar ratings does not mean film is dying!
10 days ago, the 93rd Oscars (Academy Awards) ceremony, broadcasted live from Los Angeles. It is no hidden secret that the ratings hit an al
23 views0 comments
Viknesh Silvalingam
Apr 20, 20214 min read
The role of a reliable Assistant Director
The other most important role a production unit should consider hiring as soon as possible is the Assistant Director.
38 views0 comments
Viknesh Silvalingam
Mar 10, 20215 min read
We need more South Asian American films
"My role is not just artist. It’s also activist because of the way I look. On so many shows and movies, race was a gesture, and in mine...
45 views0 comments
Viknesh Silvalingam
Mar 2, 20214 min read
Adapting a novel into a movie? Here are 4 useful tips
I’ve had nine of my books adapted to film, and almost all were enjoyable. I’ve been fortunate with Hollywood and look forward to more...
36 views0 comments
Viknesh Silvalingam
Feb 23, 20214 min read
3 tips to keep your independent film under budget
"Money's only something you need in case you don't die tomorrow." - Carl Fox, Wall Street In my last blog, the 7 stages of the filmmaking...
72 views0 comments
Viknesh Silvalingam
Jan 26, 20214 min read
Getting a Film Distribution Deal in place
If a tree falls in a forest, and there's no one around to hear it, does it make a sound? The same can be said for your film if no one...
21 views0 comments
Viknesh Silvalingam
Jan 12, 20214 min read
Treatment: The blueprint of your entire project
With the growth of streaming platforms, there are a lot of opportunities for independent filmmakers to get their movies or TV shows made.
41 views0 comments
Viknesh Silvalingam
Dec 14, 20204 min read
5 mistakes to avoid in a Business plan for 2021
How many mistakes can you avoid in a solid business plan? The answer... As many as you can think of. In my blog last week, I wrote about...
37 views4 comments
Viknesh Silvalingam
Dec 7, 20204 min read
Building an Executive Pitch Deck for 2021
With 2021 approaching, one of the goals for a young startup like ours is to get some investors on board. It's often been taught that you...
24 views0 comments
Viknesh Silvalingam
Nov 16, 20206 min read
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
41 views0 comments
Viknesh Silvalingam
Nov 9, 20204 min read
What is a Line Producer?
A Line Producer is responsible for the logistics of achieving that vision.
47 views0 comments
bottom of page