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Filmmaking > Directing

Welcome to Creative Hat's Filmmaking Site, brought to you by Mickey Grant. The following articles are written by Mickey, originally published by About.com.

Directing Articles

Point of View Documentaries Versus News Journalism

Should a documentary be impartial in order to be ethical? Understanding the different types of documentaries.

My Recent Shoot in Korea
Mickey's on location, this time in South Korea.  Learn tips on equipment and directing from his on-the-road advice.

Documentary Interview Technique
You guessed it, there's more to interviewing than simply asking questions with the camera turned on.  Read more about it!

Directing the Documentary
Documentaries aren't a matter of turning the camera on and off. Believe it or not, there's an art to it. Learn how to develop your own skill sets as a documentary filmmaker.

Shooting in  Black and White
There's nothing quite like a good black and white film. Here's some things to consider before you start your next b/w project.

Camera Motivation
Camera placement isn't just a matter of luck -- or ego.  Learn how to best judge your use of camera to support, not hinder, your story.

Shooting Overseas
There's more to preparing for an overseas project besides updating your Passport.  Here's some clever tips and advice from a seasoned veteran.

Book Review -- Digital Filmmaking
Read a review on this "must have" book, Digital Filmmaking: The Changing Art and Craft of Making Motion Pictures by Thomas A. Ohanian and Michael Phillips.

 


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