This set my mind straight. As a teen I was getting discouraged about getting respected/accepted as a director. Now I know that I can do it! Thank Film Riot!
I really like the analogy of different highways to the same goal with a car on each of those highways. That's a very easy concept to grasp, and to explain to people.
The answers about goals are very inspiring. I know that practice, persistent and hard work is what makes you achieve your goals, but sometimes I forget it. It's great to be reminded that I can't just pick up something and be amazing at it. It's a reassuring thought. I don't have any goals with/about films at the moment, but I'm really inspired to sit down and figure out what i actually want to do after watching your video. Thank you!
You inspire me all the time. I have kept up to date on your content for just about 4 years now, and you guys have taught me so much. I have watched you guys grow as filmmakers as I grew along with you, always trying to keep up haha. As you said in this video, just go out and do it, I am doing just that. I am currently sitting in my new office/studio space and would not be here if it was not for Film Riot in general. Keep killing it guys, I hope to not just meet you all one day, but maybe even work on a project together. Best, Chris Van Houten (Image2Reality Photography&Video)
Hey Ryry... Just to say. Thank you. And, if anyone needs to know, my favourite episode is the tank ep of season 2. Ryry dancin. And Bruno and Josh. I challenge anyone to watch that first 2 minutes and NOT smile.
GAME OF THRONES!!!! Best Show Ever!!!! WOOOoOoOOo...(Slides down magical slide chanting Dracarys into Game of throne themed Ball Pit to have a trial by combat)
Hey, Film Riot! I'm sort of freaking out! I want to make a short film, I have an idea, The basic equipment and already started screenwriting but I do NOT have any musical talent! I have a very good idea in my head of how I want it to sound, I even have the basic MIDI equipment and VST's. I just don't have the musical touch or time to score the film. What do you do for your movie scores? I know some movies don't "Need" music but I really feel mine do! I feel the music and sound is 50% of the movie!
Meet some local musicians in your area. Try to expand your network and hopefully you'll meet some guys in a band or who DJ. Also, just shoot the movie anyways. In my limited experience, the music is usually the last thing that goes in anyways.
Thanks, I'll try to get out more, lol. I was thinking it might be best to film anyway as well, I have an Idea how I want the music to go so I guess I'll just try and stick to that. See I'm rather fond of movies where the music and film are in sync especially in fight scenes.
Ryan, at what point in your creative process do you decide to go with a certain camera and lens? Do you consider gear details while story boarding or does it come later in the process?
Great advice as always. I just fumbled through my experience starting working for myself, dove into the details on my livestream, if you care to see what my experience has been quitting a 40-hour job to working for my company.
What's in the file management!? WHATS IN THE FILE MANAGEMENT!? (Se7en reference? But really I'd love to see more about large project file and backup management!)
Michael McBride if you have a business email you can use it in the comments but probably not s great idea to use a personal email just cause of some possible spam
What about an episode on creating suspense or tension? I've always enjoyed being on the edge of my seat when watching a film, my favourite being "Psycho" (original of course).
Hi Robalong, I am about to shoot my first film. I have been working to make a film good enough for 6 years and I believe this film is the one to go to theaters and my entire cast thinks the same way. However, I don't have enough money for a lawyer. Do you think I should risk sending in a complete feature into a studio without a lawyer or should I wait until I can afford it, which will probably be 4 or more years down the line?
I would shoot the film for you and you alone. Worry about the studio later. Chances are, they'll want to buy the rights from you and they'll want to hire their own crews and such and shoot it their way. I would just make it for you when you can, and that way you have the satisfaction that you made it, and there's proof down the road that it was your original idea and that you created something out of it. Studios should be the last thing you're worried about. Making a quality film with the resources you have should be the first. Hope that helps. Good luck
I have been watching this channel for years and you have been talking about making a feature from day one. Make a feature already! It's hard but not as hard as you are making it on yourself. You are too good not to have already done it. It's "film" riot not short riot.
i agree about trying to visually empathise what is happening with the plot or character but you should also try to create your own meaning/significance for camera movements/shots, like your own visual language unique to the story.
Is it ok to focus particularly on one director's work to study like if I were to try to emulate Hitchcock's work or should I try to give myself more diversity?
Hey Ryan-master. Could you do an episode, or at least some few tips on Practical lighting? It's my favourite type and I use it a lot, but the view from someone who's been a lot longer on this could always add some knowledge. Cheers!
Final Cut pro comes with some free quality sound effects built in. As far as special effects, you can google free special effects. I know you can download some green screen footage from lootcrate.com without having to pay anything.
Canon rebel T5i is a great camera! I've filmed all of my short films with it. Just make sure to invest in some good lenses, lights, and color grading software like magic bullet looks because the camera isn't everything.
Hello Ryan, im big fan of your channel, i wanna be a filmmaker but u know ???????? how i start. there is little bit problem here that stop me to make short films and that is actors and budget. I m fully ready to make films but i prevent myself where i supposed to start. how can i start with my nikon dslr7d pls help me.
Start with the writing. Write some good concepts, some good ideas. Then start making little scenes, and putting those together to create longer videos. You CAN do it alone. Sure, it's challenging. But, if you make something good and quality, then people will see it and you may even have some friends who see it and end up wanting to act in something for you. Best of luck
I started alone, and still do most of my work alone. I do mostly corporate videos on this channel, but I have another channel thats just silly personal stuff I do. I would just say to come up with little ideas that you think are specific to you, entertain you, are funny to you, mean something to you, etc. And film those. It doesn't have to be elaborate. Just set up the camera, block your scene, and act. And if you need more than one character, play that other character. I know it sounds strange, and it feels so at first. But when you end up making a video you're proud of, it's rewarding. It's actually kind of fun to do and makes you better in the long run.
Edgar Wright wasn't the first person to use that technique, so even he wasn't original. Being good at what you do and learning is about molding your techniques by learning and "stealing" from others. But at the same time coming up with new ideas and little things that differ from what you've learned. So, it can still be original, as long as you do it because you want to do it that way and try to put some kind of stamp on it that is specific to your style. That's what Edgar Wright did.
Lucas Scott Damn, that is *tough*. For me I'd choose screenwriter, purely because I'm always having awesome ideas that I'd love to see onscreen. However, editing is pretty fun as well, so I guess that's a fallback?
Guys can you speak about how to go about becoming a Filmmaker on UA-cam? In today's situation it almost seem impossible to grow a channel from scratch to a level where you can make a living out of it. Or is there a way? Thx
Just start making films. It's easy to talk about it..everyone does that. You just gotta START doing it. That's what separates people who want to do it from people who do it. Best of luck to ya
Random question that's been really bugging me: how would someone go about getting a shot of a window or mirror without the camera reflecting/showing up in the shot?
Angles my friend. Angles. I learned this the hard way, a few of my films from a year ago made the horrible mistake with the camera man's shadow/reflection in shots.
Not bad, but work on your audio and cinematography. And remember it's not about the camera, it's about the person behind it. Just check out some of my short horror films they were filmed with a rebel t5i. Good Luck!
I would say show the actors faces more, that way we can see how they react and think accordingly, and take away the ambiance when you want to scare the audience, but make them wait for ages- the longer the audience wait prepared for a jump scare (which is usually shit) the more frightened they become- so just never release the tension.
Hey! My friend and I recently started making videos, idk if we are any good though and I was looking for some advice too. Please comment what you think and what could help us make better videos, thank you :)
So I hate to be the typical plugging commenter... but I recently put up a 30 minute short film I've worked over half a year on, and would absolutely love to get feedback from anyone who takes the time to watch it! The film is called "Vendetta". So if you have time please watch it and tell me what you think
Why is dialogue in blockbusters (like alien C) soooo awful? Often times bringing up things that aren't even in the movie? Sorry I don't have any examples off the top of my head just something that I've noticed. Should Dialogue be used to "fill time" even if it's specific and non relevant to any part of the movie or its characters?
The best movies are the ones where everything in every scene has something to further the story with. I HATE filler. and I'm sure a lot of other people do. A tight, well-developed script is going to be admired and appreciated more than one that has nonstop, bloated dialogue and a overly long running time. So, I think that dialogue should be kept concise and only used if it serves the story.
Let's go with a man who is temporarily unemployed, and gets a job at a Pizza joint. Little did he know however, that the Pizza joint was actually run by Mathias Swerk, a German gang leader.
Everything is Joshume this man is having breakfast with his family, he goes to wash his hands and burn himself with the hot water, looks back and his family is gone. He was living a memory.
Such a great and authentic episode of Film Riot! Thank you Ryan for always sharing your knowledge!
This set my mind straight. As a teen I was getting discouraged about getting respected/accepted as a director. Now I know that I can do it! Thank Film Riot!
I really like the analogy of different highways to the same goal with a car on each of those highways. That's a very easy concept to grasp, and to explain to people.
Great info as always. BTW, I love your LUTs packs. I use them so much...amazing how much they really change the feel of everything.
The answers about goals are very inspiring. I know that practice, persistent and hard work is what makes you achieve your goals, but sometimes I forget it. It's great to be reminded that I can't just pick up something and be amazing at it. It's a reassuring thought.
I don't have any goals with/about films at the moment, but I'm really inspired to sit down and figure out what i actually want to do after watching your video. Thank you!
Love your thought process Ryan and everything you and your team do.
This guy never gets old, Ryan is alwayse awsome
Why are you guys so good at like... everything!
Also do you think its too late to start youtube.... I have been trying for about 2 years... Havent met any success? Thoughts?
Been watching the riot boys since they started - why they are so good - and your other question is market the hell out of it for youtube.
Most people say it takes about 5 years. Stick with it, release content regularly and good interesting content.
You inspire me all the time. I have kept up to date on your content for just about 4 years now, and you guys have taught me so much. I have watched you guys grow as filmmakers as I grew along with you, always trying to keep up haha. As you said in this video, just go out and do it, I am doing just that. I am currently sitting in my new office/studio space and would not be here if it was not for Film Riot in general. Keep killing it guys, I hope to not just meet you all one day, but maybe even work on a project together.
Best,
Chris Van Houten (Image2Reality Photography&Video)
Thank you for reading the questions aloud.
& GREAT ANSWERS!
Watching u guys could make us a filmmaker over night
Hey Ryry... Just to say. Thank you.
And, if anyone needs to know, my favourite episode is the tank ep of season 2. Ryry dancin. And Bruno and Josh. I challenge anyone to watch that first 2 minutes and NOT smile.
Ryan's obsession with Jurassic Park - themed Tshirts continues to blow my mind :P
When is the next Monday challenge, I'm entering another film competition but want to try and make time for the next Monday challenge too
Coffeebean Productions same tho
me too !
MONDAY CHALLENGE! MONDAY CHALLENGE! MONDAY CHALLENGE!
Same
Whah?
GAME OF THRONES!!!! Best Show Ever!!!!
WOOOoOoOOo...(Slides down magical slide chanting Dracarys into Game of throne themed Ball Pit to have a trial by combat)
Exactly what I needed to hear. Thank you.
Hey, Film Riot! I'm sort of freaking out! I want to make a short film, I have an idea, The basic equipment and already started screenwriting but I do NOT have any musical talent! I have a very good idea in my head of how I want it to sound, I even have the basic MIDI equipment and VST's. I just don't have the musical touch or time to score the film. What do you do for your movie scores?
I know some movies don't "Need" music but I really feel mine do! I feel the music and sound is 50% of the movie!
Meet some local musicians in your area. Try to expand your network and hopefully you'll meet some guys in a band or who DJ.
Also, just shoot the movie anyways. In my limited experience, the music is usually the last thing that goes in anyways.
Thanks, I'll try to get out more, lol.
I was thinking it might be best to film anyway as well, I have an Idea how I want the music to go so I guess I'll just try and stick to that. See I'm rather fond of movies where the music and film are in sync especially in fight scenes.
Hi ..Joshua Gerlach I am a musician from india... If there is any way we can collaborate.. Just lemme know.
Ryan, at what point in your creative process do you decide to go with a certain camera and lens? Do you consider gear details while story boarding or does it come later in the process?
Great advice as always. I just fumbled through my experience starting working for myself, dove into the details on my livestream, if you care to see what my experience has been quitting a 40-hour job to working for my company.
Good or bad, we started our web series to go from talking to doing and with it we have learned and adapted a lot more.
Nice my question actually got on here. Thanks Ryan
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Thanks for your great content, I'd like to know... How do we create a new world environment like they did with Terra Nova?
What's in the file management!? WHATS IN THE FILE MANAGEMENT!?
(Se7en reference? But really I'd love to see more about large project file and backup management!)
Hey guys, i'm a colorist trying to get some experience. If you have a project you want graded hit me up and i'll see what I can do :)
Are you an editor?
Michael McBride Any way I can stay in contact with you for future reference? :)
That too yes. I'm not sure if i'm allowed to put my email in the comments so message me on twitter (michaelmcbride) or instagram
(michaelmcbridefilms)
Instagram michaelmcbridefilms just message me.
Michael McBride if you have a business email you can use it in the comments but probably not s great idea to use a personal email just cause of some possible spam
What about an episode on creating suspense or tension? I've always enjoyed being on the edge of my seat when watching a film, my favourite being "Psycho" (original of course).
Congrats on a Milli Ryan! How rad would it be to put together a Black Mirror episode?! #Looooogoooo
76 views, and 9 likes! UA-cam isn't broken! Great video!
Have you started watching The Killing on Netflix?
One of my favorite shows ever.
What do you think about using vintage lenses (such as FD, M42) for filmmaking on a tight budget?
Love your shirt.
Getting lean and mean over there Ry.
Ryan, I have a question I'd like to ask you for a mail sack Monday. Is there email I could send it to? Thanks
Finel destinashun? is dat an intendid pun?
Hi Robalong, I am about to shoot my first film. I have been working to make a film good enough for 6 years and I believe this film is the one to go to theaters and my entire cast thinks the same way. However, I don't have enough money for a lawyer. Do you think I should risk sending in a complete feature into a studio without a lawyer or should I wait until I can afford it, which will probably be 4 or more years down the line?
I would shoot the film for you and you alone. Worry about the studio later. Chances are, they'll want to buy the rights from you and they'll want to hire their own crews and such and shoot it their way. I would just make it for you when you can, and that way you have the satisfaction that you made it, and there's proof down the road that it was your original idea and that you created something out of it. Studios should be the last thing you're worried about. Making a quality film with the resources you have should be the first. Hope that helps. Good luck
I have been watching this channel for years and you have been talking about making a feature from day one. Make a feature already! It's hard but not as hard as you are making it on yourself. You are too good not to have already done it. It's "film" riot not short riot.
Yuh Film Riot🔥🔥🔥
Intercept now
Loudlazer Inc. I forgot that existed
it's name will echo through eternity, throught youtube
Loudlazer Inc. What? They haven't released it yet?
its been nearly a year
WHAAAAAAAH
What LUT did you use? I like the tones in the shadows
Could you please please talk about your file structure in a bit more depth? How you personally do it 😋
Notifications rock
Could you please add links in the description to the weekly suggestionS?
VMP+ in the background. Review coming soon?
Any updates on the next Monday challenge??
Good advice!
i agree about trying to visually empathise what is happening with the plot or character but you should also try to create your own meaning/significance for camera movements/shots, like your own visual language unique to the story.
hey what is to be up, anyway do you have any good tips on getting actors and how to get them to the shoots and such if out of state or kinda far?
Hey film riot I just started colour grading in shotcut ....could you please make a tutorial video about how to achieve orange and teal in shotcut
Ryan, could you talk about moviola's coffee break film school? I think it would be an amazing resource to any film maker, and it's dirt cheap!
Hey Film Riot where is Andrew Kramer's Intercept?????
Is it ok to focus particularly on one director's work to study like if I were to try to emulate Hitchcock's work or should I try to give myself more diversity?
Gunnar Young find people that influenced history and watch those films too. i think it's helpful to understand your inspiration more.
are you doing any Monday challenges
YEAH, aRE YoU?
Hey Ryan-master. Could you do an episode, or at least some few tips on Practical lighting? It's my favourite type and I use it a lot, but the view from someone who's been a lot longer on this could always add some knowledge.
Cheers!
One of the characters name in Whiplash was Ryan Conolly
you said you will do a studio tour afterbringing all the things together
Yeah, You dId
Any thoughts on 'Ready player one' trailer?
Hey ryan is there a way to make film with just a camera,a tripod and an actor without crue
Plz make a video on it
Is their a way to make a cc particle world effect react to a floor like trap code particular bounce
Dat Rode product placement though.
Is there any special effects or sound effects that are free and are easy to get? It could reeeeaaaally help people
Final Cut pro comes with some free quality sound effects built in. As far as special effects, you can google free special effects. I know you can download some green screen footage from lootcrate.com without having to pay anything.
Ryan, is there a Film Riot forum?
+Shining Sun Entertainment We are working on one actually.
When is the next monday challenge
Yeah, WhEn?
what kind of mic did you use in this video ?
Hey what are some good quality cameras for under $700
Canon rebel T5i is a great camera! I've filmed all of my short films with it. Just make sure to invest in some good lenses, lights, and color grading software like magic bullet looks because the camera isn't everything.
tasteless panasonic g7
Kobben The Panasonic G7 is definetly the best
Hello Ryan,
im big fan of your channel, i wanna be a filmmaker but u know ???????? how i start.
there is little bit problem here that stop me to make short films and that is actors and budget. I m fully ready to make films but i prevent myself where i supposed to start. how can i start with my nikon dslr7d pls help me.
Start with the writing. Write some good concepts, some good ideas. Then start making little scenes, and putting those together to create longer videos. You CAN do it alone. Sure, it's challenging. But, if you make something good and quality, then people will see it and you may even have some friends who see it and end up wanting to act in something for you. Best of luck
I have a question, how do I start filmmaking alone? Because I don't have any friends that are interested in filmmaking
Yeah, How CAn wE?
I started alone, and still do most of my work alone. I do mostly corporate videos on this channel, but I have another channel thats just silly personal stuff I do. I would just say to come up with little ideas that you think are specific to you, entertain you, are funny to you, mean something to you, etc. And film those. It doesn't have to be elaborate. Just set up the camera, block your scene, and act. And if you need more than one character, play that other character. I know it sounds strange, and it feels so at first. But when you end up making a video you're proud of, it's rewarding. It's actually kind of fun to do and makes you better in the long run.
Premier Giant Productions Thanks for the tips and advice :)
Would you say that something as trying to get your short film directed in Edgar Wright style of fast cut and close ups is not original
Edgar Wright wasn't the first person to use that technique, so even he wasn't original. Being good at what you do and learning is about molding your techniques by learning and "stealing" from others. But at the same time coming up with new ideas and little things that differ from what you've learned. So, it can still be original, as long as you do it because you want to do it that way and try to put some kind of stamp on it that is specific to your style. That's what Edgar Wright did.
Premier Giant Productions That is similar to my opinion but wasn't sure how people would react. Thank you, very ispiring.
Glad you have similar views. Good luck in all you do!
I'm working on my biggest progress yet and could use someone pro to talk some stuff through any advice?
not a pro but if you want an honest opinion i will give it, im just a nobody though
Hey Ryan, long time :) Love you guys, have a nice day. #peaceloveandgoodhappinessstuff
I want your shirt ry guy!!!
Would you guys rather be an editor or a screenwriter?
Lucas Scott editor
Lucas Scott screenwriter
Lucas Scott screenwriter
Lucas Scott
Damn, that is *tough*. For me I'd choose screenwriter, purely because I'm always having awesome ideas that I'd love to see onscreen. However, editing is pretty fun as well, so I guess that's a fallback?
screenwriting
Ryan has 1 green and 1 blue eye?!?!😱
Guys can you speak about how to go about becoming a Filmmaker on UA-cam? In today's situation it almost seem impossible to grow a channel from scratch to a level where you can make a living out of it. Or is there a way? Thx
Just start making films. It's easy to talk about it..everyone does that. You just gotta START doing it. That's what separates people who want to do it from people who do it. Best of luck to ya
YOU CAN DO IT! AAAAAYE
Q2: Buy lots and lots of external drives
Random question that's been really bugging me: how would someone go about getting a shot of a window or mirror without the camera reflecting/showing up in the shot?
Angles my friend. Angles. I learned this the hard way, a few of my films from a year ago made the horrible mistake with the camera man's shadow/reflection in shots.
COLBY Films thank you, that's kind of what i assumed and ive had the same issue :)
I have to watch my Netflix and Amazon with true 5.1 Dolby
Legends say Film Riot never replies to their subscribers.
Yea I guess so haahaha
cool video film riot
does anyone here know the video where they dance to a fast paced song and ryan also starts dancing?i really want to watch that
I just uploaded a new horror film a couple days ago and would love to get some feedback please
Demonyk Productions it's pretty good but I think it should be a little longer and have a bit more story
I agree with Joshume, but, it's hard to really make good horror films anyways.
Not bad, but work on your audio and cinematography. And remember it's not about the camera, it's about the person behind it. Just check out some of my short horror films they were filmed with a rebel t5i. Good Luck!
I would say show the actors faces more, that way we can see how they react and think accordingly, and take away the ambiance when you want to scare the audience, but make them wait for ages- the longer the audience wait prepared for a jump scare (which is usually shit) the more frightened they become- so just never release the tension.
Demonyk Productions it's too scary
#NotificationSquad!
pls practically.......... you make a TV show camera basic demo
monday challenge?????
Check out Ozark on Netflix. It will give ju ideas
Loved that show.
It's my birthday!
Knight Zeus lit
Everyone sing happy birthday to Zeus right now
RED SHIRTS thanks! But here's it's 22 August. :)
Happy birthday to you...
Happy birthday🎂🎂🎂🍺🍺
hey Ryan can you show us how you organize your files pls. Thanks
1:25 my dad always told me wish in one hand and shit in the other and see which fills up
Hey! My friend and I recently started making videos, idk if we are any good though and I was looking for some advice too. Please comment what you think and what could help us make better videos, thank you :)
cool slick
i checked out your channel. good start keep filming, you will grow, but im just a nobody sooo .. ... ..
Thanks man! Appreciate it
So I hate to be the typical plugging commenter... but I recently put up a 30 minute short film I've worked over half a year on, and would absolutely love to get feedback from anyone who takes the time to watch it! The film is called "Vendetta". So if you have time please watch it and tell me what you think
Can't front.. love Film Riot, but that new intro and music is kinda tacky
Lucky 13
Hey can you start making a web series ....I will produce it...Cause My dad is SuperRich
Yeah his/her dad is super RicH
produce mine
Where is domain.com????
Why is dialogue in blockbusters (like alien C) soooo awful? Often times bringing up things that aren't even in the movie? Sorry I don't have any examples off the top of my head just something that I've noticed.
Should Dialogue be used to "fill time" even if it's specific and non relevant to any part of the movie or its characters?
The best movies are the ones where everything in every scene has something to further the story with. I HATE filler. and I'm sure a lot of other people do. A tight, well-developed script is going to be admired and appreciated more than one that has nonstop, bloated dialogue and a overly long running time. So, I think that dialogue should be kept concise and only used if it serves the story.
What do I do here this video only had 3 views
I don't mean to be "that guy", but if you'd like you can click on my profile and view my shorts! I'd love feedback, every bit helps.
Just posted my first feature film. Would love some feedback.
My films are of the "interestings".
Can someone give me a film idea for a short action film I'll give you credit
Let's go with a man who is temporarily unemployed, and gets a job at a Pizza joint. Little did he know however, that the Pizza joint was actually run by Mathias Swerk, a German gang leader.
COLBY Films that actually doesn't sound bad I'll put it into consideration
Everything is Joshume this man is having breakfast with his family, he goes to wash his hands and burn himself with the hot water, looks back and his family is gone. He was living a memory.
You better! lol
Fight over the last peace of pizza could be done very well if you go with the ridiculous as fuel.
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