Nollywood movie with almost no budget
A movie script is no good to anyone if it is shelved while waiting for the fund to deliver it.
A camera accompanied by a screenplay and creativity, are the only weapons needed to bring a story to life sometimes. Here’s how to make a movie with any available tools.
Make a Nollywood movie with a script and a camera
Camera and settings
A smartphone camera has the basic setting and can do most things that elaborate cameras can do. To make a home video or a movie at home, make sure to set the camera to 24 frames per second since it is a standard for film shots. This setting gives a film project its cinematic appearance.
Fix good lighting
Lighting is used to support camera functions to create the most stunning images and it sets the mood of the film set. Consider shooting outside scenes more as the sun also provides natural lighting.
Audio
Sound is as important as lighting which is why a movie might need a bigger microphone especially if the project is using a smartphone mic.
Composition
Filmmaking composition requires an understanding of positioning. Filmmaking objects must always be from a good angle. Knowledge of composition helps with the selection of a camera or an actor’s position for capturing. Try shooting from multiple positions, it also tells a lot more about the movie.
Trim and stabilize videos
All scenes taken during the shooting should be saved on the computer and properly edited. Start putting pieces together with the help of editing software.
Good editing software has features that will eliminate shakiness and stabilize the movie. Also, improve colour during editing and create effects.
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A full-length Nollywood movie
With this method, anyone can get a film ready in a short time. Don’t forget to gather a cast and crew while gathering filmmaking tools.
