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New “Video Notes” Feature for Premium Members

Spotlight Group Coaching Session with Brady Bessette

Filmmakers Academy Coaching Sessions (feat. Brady Bessette)

Filmmakers Academy Office Hours Feature: A Film School Approach at an Online Price
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Office Hours: Film School Experience without the Price Tag

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Hollyland Lark M2S: Ultra-Compact Wireless Microphone

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Media Management: Safeguard CF Express & SD Cards

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Key Frame Film Theory & Storyboarding

Cinematography Tip: Fix Sony Burano Magenta Color Shift
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Cinematography Tip: Fix Sony Burano Magenta Color Shift

Key Light: Key on Key Cinematic LIghting Technique
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Key Light: Cinematic Lighting Technique

Film Production: Large Night Scenes - LED or Maxi Brute?
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Film Production: Large Night Scenes

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“Vigilante”: Indie Filmmaking Outside the Studio System

Lenses for Cameras
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Irix Lenses for Cameras: Create Stunning Flares

Night Lighting Day for Night
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Night Lighting Day for Night

Essential Camera Accessories for Filmmakers with Shane Hurlbut
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Essential Camera Accessories for Filmmakers

Moonlight Laboratory Guide

Moonlight Laboratory: A Guide to Night Cinematography

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Communication Hacks & Pro Tips: A DIY Filmmaker’s Guide

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Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Filmmakers 2024

Night Cinematography Masterclass Teaser Trailer

Night Lighting & Hollywood Cinematography: Cinematic Techniques

Creating Blue & Gray Moonlight for Night Exteriors | DIY Techniques with Shane Hurlbut, ASC

Moonlight Magic: Shane Hurlbut’s DIY Nighttime Lighting

Walkie Talkie Film Production Channels

Walkie-Talkie Film Production Channels

Finding the Frame Podcast: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice with editor Jay Prychidny

Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetle-Edited! (Jay Prychidny)

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Best Lenses for Camera Car Cinematography

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Mastering Exposure with Cinematography Monitors

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What Filters Are Best For Black and White Photography?

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Tiffen Smartphone 58mm Filter Mount for iPhone Filmmaking

Bridgerton Magical Moonlight Ball with DP Alicia Robbins

Bridgerton’s Magical Moonlight Ball Sequence: DP Alicia Robbins

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Advanced Cosmetic Fixes: DaVinci Resolve Tutorial

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Nanlux Lighting Modifiers: Shaping Cinematic Light

Light Quality Lab: DMG Maxi & Depron Dome for Soft Light

Finding the Frame: The Making of ‘Good Girl Jane’

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Hollyland Empowers Filmmakers with New Solidcom Releases

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