The Independent Film and Videomaker's Guide 2nd Edition

Michael Weise

ISBN 10: 0941188574 / ISBN 13: 9780941188579

Published by Michael Weise Productions, USA, 1998

About this Item

Wiese has packed 25 years experience in film and video into the most comprehensive and useful book ever for filmmakers seeking both independence and success in the marketplace. Loaded with insider's tips to help filmmakers avoid the pitfalls of show business. 488 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Film::Cinema; Film, Radio & Television; ISBN: 0941188574. ISBN/EAN: 9780941188579. Inventory No: 247579.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Independent Film and Videomaker's Guide 2nd Edition
• Publisher: Michael Weise Productions, USA
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0941188574
• ISBN 13: 9780941188579
• Binding: Trade Paperback
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Near Fine
• Seller catalogs:
  • Film::Cinema

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Synopsis

Wiese's book sets itself apart in terms of balancing the creative aspects of filmmaking (idea development, brainstorming exercises) with the business aspects (financing, dealmaking).communicating to the beginning filmmaker how to realistically get a film made. Today's independent filmmaker needs to understand the business aspects of filmmaking if he or she expects to have their work shown, and Michael Wiese's book provides practical strategies for fundraising, scheduling, budgeting, marketing, as well as creative exercises for story development.




This is a new edition of an established textbook and manual. It has been thoroughly updated to reflect the technology and business environment of independent filmmaking in the 90's, and completely reorganized on the basis of years of presentations to audiences around the world. It now provides valuable exercises and projects at the end of each chapter.

· A detailed step-by-step guide for the beginning producer who is serious about filmmaking not only as a craft but also as a business --
· Lots of anecdotes and real-life examples
· Exercises and projects with each chapter-

About the Author

Wiese is a producer/director with 22 years experience in film, television, pay TV and home video. He was formerly vice president of original programming at Vestron Video.