Making Movies. A Guide for Young Filmmakers
Linda Burstyn, Pam Cunningham, Hillary Jordan, Kym Spring
A visual storytelling manual that moves from story idea to finished cut, covering cast and crew roles, art direction, continuity, camera and lighting. Produced with support from the Directors Guild of America.
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