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August 27th, 2010
If you have always dreamed of making your own films, you might be considering whether or not you should apply for a place at a film production school. Before applying, the first thing you should do is work out exactly where in the film industry you wish to work. Do you want to be a director, production manager or work with props?
One you have decided which area you would like to go into, you should start researching schools and colleges which offer appropriate courses. Look for a school with a good reputation in your required field.
When you actually get to film school, you will be required to work extremely hard. It is the job of a film crew to create beautiful, interesting films and you will get plenty of experience of this. The majority of film schools will require you to take the brunt of the cost of creating your own films, and this does not come cheap. Things like props, casts and film itself are all expensive. Of course, there are ways to save money – use friends as cast, hire props from us at Keeley Hire, but you are going to need considerable funds whilst attending school.
However, the cost of the course and the added extras is worth it for the skills, experience and opportunities you will gain. You are more likely to be successful in your field if you attend a film school. It is also more likely that you will obtain work in the film industry with some qualifications and experience behind you.
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August 23rd, 2010
Special effects and props are both very important in any film or TV production, whether it’s a few simple props, or a full blown CGI explosion, having something visually interesting to look at is vital. Below are some examples of the various effects used in film and TV, in order to give the viewer a much more exciting visual experience.
Special effects are expensive to add to film. They are used to create sequences and images which either do not exist in reality, or those which it would be too dangerous, time consuming or inconvenient to produce solely for a movie. Today, one of the most popular means of creating special effects is to use computer generated images. A recent example of CGI in film is the blockbuster movie, ‘The Twilight Saga: Eclipse’. The werewolves in this film have been created using CGI. Another popular form of creating special effects is to use animatronics, as seen in ‘The Thing’ or, stop motion animation such as in the classic ‘Jason and the Argonauts’.
Props are very important in film. They help to set the scene and give the actors something to work around. Props are not usually classified as special effects, unless they do something out of the ordinary. For example, in the short film ‘The Horse Hair Chair’ an ordinary household chair begins to grow hair, before enveloping the owner completely and pulling him into its depths. In this instance, a simple prop becomes a special effect. At Keeley Hire, we offer a huge selection of film, stage and TV props for hire, at affordable prices.
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July 14th, 2010
Making a movie is a challenge. There are many different elements which come into play, so it is vital that you are prepared with a plan before you begin shooting your film. Before you do anything else, you will need a script to work from. When it comes to film making, it is not really viable, in most circumstances, to work without a detailed screenplay. Having a finished script will not only ensure you and your actors know what to do but will also help you work out the likely cost of your production, allowing you to budget for essentials such as props.
Once you have a script, you should be able to work out a budget for your film. The budget should cover everything from props, actor’s wages and post production. Post production covers things such as special effects and editing. You should always aim to stick to your budget strictly, if possible. To save money, hiring props from prop hire specialists from Keeley Hire is a good idea. We can supply movie props at a competitive price. Also, look for friends who have experience with editing or effects and ask them to help you out. Try to keep a contingency fund which can be used in case of emergencies or set backs too, so you do not get caught out with no money left to finish a project.
When you have a budget and a rough idea of a schedule, you will need to audition for a cast. Advertise locally and on actor’s websites for cast members.
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March 11th, 2010
There seem to be new film schools popping into existence every day. This is particularly so in London, where reputable and not so reputable schools capitalise on the reputation for filmmaking that the UK has around the world.
One thing film makers soon discover is that they need a strong team of professionals around them if they are to make memorable, or even competent films, and start a career in their chosen profession. Getting the right props, actors and production team is essential, as these components form the backbone of any production.
It is vital, for example, that a good Director of Photography is appointed. On smaller projects, this person will often also operate the camera. Whether making a film to entertain, educate, or further an agenda, it will not succeed if the audience are turned off by shoddy camera work.
If the piece being filmed requires acting, it is vital to use professionals. Many of the actors, or perhaps one should say would-be actors, out there are unable to appear natural or engaging on camera. Until the director recognises the importance of good actors, they will never produce anything worthy of note.
The theatre sets and props for a film need to be of the highest quality. Whilst it is possible to get away with poor props on stage, provided that the audience are far enough away, they will not work on film.
At Keeley Hire, we provide movie props to Hollywood blockbusters and student film makers alike. If a project is worth doing, it is worth doing well and you can be sure that our props will stand up to the closest examination.
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