Voice & Vision: A Creative Approach to Narrative Filmmaking

Voice & Vision: A Creative Approach to Narrative Filmmaking

Develop your creative voice while acquiring the practical skills and confidence to use it with this new and fully updated edition of Mick Hurbis-Cherrier’s filmmaking bible, <I>Voice & Vision</I>. Written for independent filmmakers and film students who want a solid grounding in the tools, techniques, and processes of narrative film, this comprehensive manual covers all of the essentials while keeping artistic vision front and center. Hurbis-Cherrier walks the reader through every step of the process―from the transformation of an idea into a cinematic story, to the intricacies of promotion and distribution―and every detail in between. <P>Features of this book include: </P> <UL> <P> <LI>Comprehensive technical information on video production and postproduction tools, allowing filmmakers to express themselves with any camera, in any format, and on any budget</LI> <P></P> <P> <LI>An emphasis on the collaborative filmmaking process, including the responsibilities and creative contributions of every principal member of the crew and cast</LI> <P></P> <P> <LI>A focus on learning to work successfully with available resources (time, equipment, budget, personnel, etc.) in order to turn limitations into opportunities</LI> <P></P> <P> <LI>Updated digital filmmaking workflow breakdowns for Rec. 709 HD, Log Format, and D-Cinema productions </LI> <P></P> <P> <LI>Substantial coverage of the sound tools and techniques used in film production and the creative impact of postproduction sound design</LI> <P></P> <P> <LI>An extensive discussion of digital cinematography fundamentals, including essential lighting and exposure control tools, common gamma profiles, the use of LUTs, and the role of color grading</LI> <P></P> <P> <LI>Abundant examples referencing contemporary and classic films from around the world</LI> <P></P> <P> <LI>Indispensible information on production safety, team etiquette, and set procedures. </LI> <P></P></UL> <P>The third edition also features a robust companion website that includes eight award-winning example short films; interactive and high-resolution figures; downloadable raw footage; production forms and logs for preproduction, production, and postproduction; video examples that illustrate key concepts found within the book, and more. </P> <P>Whether you are using it in the classroom or are looking for a comprehensive reference to learn everything you need to know about the filmmaking process, <I>Voice & Vision </I>delivers all of the details in an accessible and reader-friendly format.</P>