Short Films 101

Where does a young filmmaker begin? With the right short-film concept and this book! The right short can be a filmmaker's "business card" in Hollywood. Here's the authoritative handbook by one of Hollywood's most connected insiders that offers a step-by-step guide through the entire creative process of shooting a short film, as well as expert advice from established filmmakers, and a final game plan for promoting and selling the film once it's in the can.Topics covered include: Concept

Budget

Finding equipment

Assembling a crew

Casting

Arranging for location

Locating festivals and ancillary markets

Working with the unions

Film vs. digital video Plus: A list of film schools

Oscar-winning shorts and nominees

A selection of short-film festivals

Actual short-film budgets

Sample scripts and shooting schedules

A helpful short-film glossary