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יום רביעי, 10 באוקטובר 2012

Filming a Movie: how do they do it?


Filming a Movie: how do they do it?


The process of creating and shooting a movie is divided in several different segments, each equally important and absolutely required for a successful production.
 
It all begins with a producer, a person who is generally in charge of the whole process of movie production. Before any shooting takes place, the producer and director complete the first stage of the process, which is called pre-production. In this stage, they work with large teams of professionals to plan the whole movie, filming and production process to the last detail.
 
The Screenplay for a Movie
 
Each movie production project requires a “script” before the filming begins. Generally, it is written by the Screenwriters and it’s called “the screenplay”. The screenplay is considered as a vital part film creation and it’s usually changed many times before the final product.
 
After it’s been written, the Artist’s and the Director use the screenplay to produce a  storyboard that consists of series of drawings that include sound effects, special effects and other notes to help explain everyone involved how each scene is imagined to play out.
 
Pre-production Process
 
After the first step is complete, the next thing to do is finding a suitable location where shooting should take place. A location manager is in charge of this job. After finding it, they arrange permission for filming on that location, and complete any other requirements involving shooting on that location.
 
After that, actors required for each scene written in the screenplay are hired. A Casting Director is in charge of this process and he hires the actors he finds suitable for specific screenplay. Than, the Costume Designer creates neccesary clothing for the actors based on the screenplay. A production designer than plans the visual atmosphere and the Set Designer uses it to build the sets.
 
Starting the Filming
 
Before each filming of a scene, actors are dressed and “made up” by the Makeup Artist’s to fit the scenario of scenes that will be filmed that session. The actors than play out the scenes, which are shot by the camera crew. They are usually repeated and shot several times to ensure everything is captured and ready for the editing process. The Sound crew films on the location, but the actors usually re-record the dialogue in the studios for higher sound quality. Also, in the filming process, many people are hired to assist with props like sound, lightning, stunts and similar.
 
After Effects
 
The modern technology allows the computer professionals to add additional effects that are unable to be shot using conventional camera methods. These effects sole purpose is to enhance the viewer’s experience.
 
Editing the Film

After everything is completed, the Director and the Editor work together to select the scenes that will make up the final movie. The final output is what we see in Cinemas, DVD’s and the Television.
 
The movie production is a form of art, and also one of the largest industries worldwide. The film making process involves many people, and the new technologies are allowing the producers to push the limits of what we currently see as possible. We hope to enjoy a completely new level of experience in the near future.