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Out of general interest I bought this book and read it. I found it so inspirational that I'm determined to have a go at writing a screenplay myself. However, the real clincher was the brilliant offer of an acceptance to the Raindance Gallery of Rejection. Whatever happens, I'm now guaranteed a positive response for all the hard work I've set myself; I thank Raindance very much for their encouragement.
Bill Kennelly.
I have just read this excellent book..which is nothing short of genius, especially in the
techniques for selling which take up over half the book. Not that the interesting ideas on structure, characterization and dialogue arent brilliant - they are - and very useful.
Its just that no other book on screenwriting, or on writing in general has the same flare, insight and inspiration as this one.
I hope this book is kept in print for years and years!
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"It covers nearly every base imaginable: you'll learn how to get hold of film stock, create fake blood and strike a distribution deal, all on a miniscule budget...A CD-ROM of showreels and template contracts rounds off an excellent package." - Empire Magazine
"A rich source of advice and technical tips...not only informative but witty and readable too...The creative and technical expertise combined with behind the scenes probes into the film industry makes Lo-To-No an excellent starting point for beginners. It would also be an appropriate tool for those more experienced in the filmmaking business." - POV2 Journal
Bill Kennelly.
I have just read this excellent book..which is nothing short of genius, especially in the
techniques for selling which take up over half the book. Not that the interesting ideas on structure, characterization and dialogue arent brilliant - they are - and very useful.
Its just that no other book on screenwriting, or on writing in general has the same flare, insight and inspiration as this one.
I hope this book is kept in print for years and years!
Amazon.co.uk reader
"It covers nearly every base imaginable: you'll learn how to get hold of film stock, create fake blood and strike a distribution deal, all on a miniscule budget...A CD-ROM of showreels and template contracts rounds off an excellent package." - Empire Magazine
"A rich source of advice and technical tips...not only informative but witty and readable too...The creative and technical expertise combined with behind the scenes probes into the film industry makes Lo-To-No an excellent starting point for beginners. It would also be an appropriate tool for those more experienced in the filmmaking business." - POV2 Journal
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If you're looking for clear-cut information on how to make a film on a minimal budget that is based on tried and tested techniques - look no further. Elliot Grove has worked on hundreds of low-budget productions, teaches Lo-to-No Budget filmmaking courses and runs the Raindance Film Festival (the largest independent film festival in Europe.) His wealth of teaching and filmmaking experience combined with knowledge of the winning formulas that work is the basis of this book. Refreshingly clear, no-nonsense tricks of the trade. The free CD provides all the contracts and material you need to run a production company and make successful low budget movies; how to schedule, budget and break down a script and how to get it shot with what you have, not what you want.
This is a must have read for filmmakers serious about making and selling films. Creative and technical expertise coupled with a behind the scenes look at the film industry makes this book an excellent starting point for beginners. For experienced filmmakers there are plenty of practical approaches in here for you to try, from developing CV's, showreels and business plans to information on pitching, raising finance, creating publicity and much much more. Use it as a point of departure or as an everyday reference tool. The accompanying CD-ROM contains sample budgets, publicity plans, trailers and interviews.
*Adopt the tried and tested techniques that work
*Get the inside view from the Director of the Raindance Film Festival
*Experience 'results-orientated' filmmaking expertise
This is a must have read for filmmakers serious about making and selling films. Creative and technical expertise coupled with a behind the scenes look at the film industry makes this book an excellent starting point for beginners. For experienced filmmakers there are plenty of practical approaches in here for you to try, from developing CV's, showreels and business plans to information on pitching, raising finance, creating publicity and much much more. Use it as a point of departure or as an everyday reference tool. The accompanying CD-ROM contains sample budgets, publicity plans, trailers and interviews.
*Adopt the tried and tested techniques that work
*Get the inside view from the Director of the Raindance Film Festival
*Experience 'results-orientated' filmmaking expertise
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Not just for producers! Directors will learn a lot too.,
This review is from: Raindance Producers' Lab Lo-To-No Budget Filmmaking (Paperback)
There are a lot of how-to books on the market but this is one of the few that contains real, no-nonsense advice on how to produce a low budget film.Like Grove's earlier book 'Write the Hot Script', this condenses a great deal of information into its 400 pages and shows you how to plan out and prepare yourself for the long journey involved in getting a film produced. I've actually been on the 'lo-to-no budget course' itself which costs around £200. While you won't get the chance to network with upcoming filmmakers, the book does collect together all the information in an easy to read format and comes with a free CD containing all those contracts and budget forms which you'll need and it costs less than a 10th of the price! Once you have decided to make your own film, you'll need this book to give you the necessary information on how to get your ideas onto celluloid. Indispensable.
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This review is from: Raindance Producers' Lab Lo-To-No Budget Filmmaking (Paperback)
Clear and to the point, this is the best book I've read on how to get your film made, and made on budget. The only problem now is there are no more excuses for not doing it! A great investment, and the CD-ROM is a brilliant bonus.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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"The Bible" for low-to-low budget film making,
This review is from: Raindance Producers' Lab Lo-To-No Budget Filmmaking (Paperback)
Quite simply this book truly excellent and deserves to become "the bible" for low to no budget film making. There is a phenomenal amount of very practical and useful information in the book. It answers many of the questions I have needed answers to. It you only buy one book on film making this should be it! I have read a whole range and this the best.I found the most useful bit in the book so far is your advice on creating track record when you have none!
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