
“Chewed Gum” Documentary Seeks Finishing Funds with DocLands
At its best, the value of documentary filmmaking allows filmmakers to bring an important subject to light in order to enact change for the betterment of the world. That’s what makes the documentary feature film Chewed Gum so prescient. It’s a film that follows the personal story of Alana Maiello,…

Filmmakers Academy App & Features
There’s much to love about Filmmakers Academy from our amazing team of mentors to our highly produced content that helps make filmmakers become better in various filmmaking subjects. But it’s our amazing Filmmakers Academy app that allows members to really get the most out of our content, community,…

Live RED V-RAPTOR Demo w/ Shane Hurlbut ASC
RED's V-RAPTOR is now available and the world of cinematography will never be the same. Filmmakers everywhere can finally sink their teeth into RED Digital Cinema’s new flagship camera system – the RED DSMC3 V-RAPTOR 8K VV. Cinematographer Shane Hurlbut, ASC joins RED on Friday, April 28, at 2:00…

Jessica Chastain recognizes mental health awareness in impassioned Oscars speech
“For any of you out there who do in fact feel hopeless or alone,” said Jessica Chastain in her Oscar-winning speech for the role of the titular televangelist in The Eyes of Tammy Faye, “I just want you to know that you're unconditionally loved for the uniqueness that is you."
Jessica Chastain…

Filmmakers Win BIG with Musicbed Challenge 2022
Musicbed makes it possible to pair the right music with your film and video projects. Whether you’re searching for the ideal score for your feature film or need a song for a commercial or video essay, Musicbed works with talented artists who create original music. In fact, the music-licensing company…

The 36th Annual ASC Awards: A Celebration of Cinematography
The 2022 ASC Awards ceremony kicked off with a bang – as it was the first time in over two years that the ASC Clubhouse hosted an in-person event. The entire event was made possible by the ASC Awards Committee and Chair Chuck Minsky and hosted by the very talented Debbie Allen.
Over 600 attendees…

Filmmakers Academy 2022 Roadmap
Make 2022 the year you master your craft with the best online filmmaking courses. Never before has it been easier to learn directly from filmmaking professionals and grow in your filmmaking discipline.
Every filmmaking course and lesson is streamable on your smartphone, tablet, computer, and smart…

Our Favorite Black Friday Deals
There’s no better time in the year to score big on huge savings than Black Friday weekend and Cyber Monday (which has expanded into an entire week!). Like a good filmmaker, you’ve waited all year for this moment, so now you can get what you need for a fraction of the cost. That’s why we at Filmmakers…

Filmmakers Academy: A Complete Guide
Filmmakers Academy places filmmaking education directly at your fingertips. You can use our platform to unlock a whole new realm of creative possibilities from refreshing your general knowledge on specific gear and techniques to swift support for challenges that arise while in the throes of production.…

Inspiring Cinematography with Pow Shilo
Inspiration is the best source of motivation. When I land a new project, one of the first things I do to get the creative juices flowing is search for inspiration. This brings me to a variety of materials like photography books, paintings, classic films, and the work of my fellow peers. Of course, I…

Shane’s Cinema Prep Kit Part 1
This Cinema Prep Kit has been built to help you to beat the boredom while you are isolating. Beginning with Shane's favorite books for inspiration, he will take you through the best cinematography books, apps and further lessons that we have made available for free as part of this kit!

Foot Candles: the best way to gauge light
Shane Hurlbut, ASC, reveals one of his best tips for gauging light and it's all to do with a Spectra light meter, Foot Candles and an old 4 inch thick book!

Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve Camera Shake Hack
Dale Campbell and his team at Still Moving Media return with a fantastic Camera Shake Hack for Davinci Resolve.

Our Top Picks For B&H NAB Sale! NOW ON!
B&H are throwing a FLASH SALE for NAB and we've earmarked the BEST DEALS for you.

Pre-Production Prep & On-set Execution – DP David Weldon is LIVE NOW with 1st AD Joe “Oz” Osborne

Protecting Your Image Webinar
This free recorded webinar from Shane Hurlbut, ASC and Michael Cioni reveal the secrets to maintaining your relationship with how your movie looks from concept to delivery, lens test to final product.

Make It Epic Challenge Winners & Special Mentions
The results of our Isolation Filmmaking Challenge where everyone around the World was tasked with making something boring look EPIC through camera work, lighting and great editing!

MAKE IT EPIC – Isolation Filmmaking Challenge
Introducing our Isolation Filmmaker Challenge - MAKE IT EPIC - It's free to enter with a prize for the video we think is the best.

AGENTS OF SHIELD Save Lives From COVID-19
Find out the fantastic story of a group of filmmakers who found a novel way to save lives during the COVID-19 crisis.

#When I’m Stuck
Shane talks about what to do if you are stuck using examples from his time on the filmset as part of an initiative for our friends at Musicbed.

New MSE Rock n’ Roller Wheels Hit All The Right Notes!
Matthews New Rock N' Roller Wheels will make transporting equipment easier no matter what terrain!