- Paperback: 278 pages
- Publisher: UNSW Press; Revised edition edition (1 April 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0868408417
- ISBN-13: 978-0868408415
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 4,090,171 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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A practical and inspirational guide to students and independent film-makers. This is the only book to describe and explain the whole process from creating an original or adapted script, through producing and directing, to finance and distribution. It includes tips on all the tricks of the trade from film-makers on the cutting edge of the industry.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
There are tons of books about making feature films, but most people start of with a short and this definitive book is for them. From the clever guide to writing short scripts to screening shorts on TV and at festivals, the writer takes new filmmakers by the hand and leads them every step of the way. At the connected website I found lists of festivals and short film festivals, and Thurlow writes honestly about the problems and pleasures he had directing a short film according to his own theories. The book is witty, entertaining and informative. And that's what we're looking for.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Anyone setting out on the epic journey across the terrifying no man's land of their first short film would be well advised to take a copy of this handy guide as a map to guide you on your way. From penning your masterpiece to getting shorts screened at festivals, every tip you will ever need is contained in one volume. With "A Writer's Journey" and "Adventures in the Screen Trade", "Making Short Films" completes the trilogy of "must have" books for the filmmaker.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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At last, a book that does exactly what it says on the tin! In this lucid and concise book Clifford Thurlow maps out the entire film-making process, from the very beginnings of script-writing all the way through to post-production. So, clear a space on your bookshelf between McKee's 'Story' and Vogler's 'A Writer's Journey' and complete your triumvirate of film-making handbooks. A must-buy!
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A short film guide that really works!
This Author was suggested to me by professional scriptwriter, so I had high hopes before reading it. Read more
Published on 22 Jan 2010 by Mr. Leigh R. Nicholls
Excellent, informative book.
This is not a book that tells you what to do, it guides you.
I have put several books down in the past due to being restrictive in their views and forcing one set method... Read more
I have put several books down in the past due to being restrictive in their views and forcing one set method... Read more
Published on 16 Aug 2008 by Ms. N. M. Smith
Essential Reading
Read this book from cover to cover in one sitting. For anybody out there who wants to make short movies, don't leave home without it. Making Short Films is essential reading. Read more
Published on 29 Jun 2005 by Tony Redpath
Handy Guide
Anyone making a short should stick this handy guide in their pocket and carry it with them at all times. Read more
Published on 2 May 2005 by Mike Grant
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