Welcome AFM participants! Explore a selection of our latest filmmaking books below as well as some fantastic free resources.
Interested in exploring our wider range of books? Take your pick from our variety of Filmmaking and Post-Production books.
Featured Books
The Shut Up and Shoot Video Production Guide: A Down & Dirty DV Production
July 24, 2023 by Routledge
ISBN: 9780240811222
Paperback
282 Pages
The Grip Book: The Studio Grip’s Essential Guide
June 22, 2023 by Routledge
ISBN: 9781032255866
Paperback
478 Pages
Alternative Scriptwriting: Contemporary Storytelling for the Screen
January 31, 2023 by Routledge
ISBN: 9781032150567
Paperback
442 Pages
Documentary Editing: Principles & Practice
June 19, 2023 by Routledge
ISBN: 9780367725730
Paperback
266 Pages
Mastering the Pitch: How to Effectively Pitch Your Ideas to Hollywood
November 29, 2022 by Routledge
ISBN: 9780367704995
Paperback
326 Pages
The Final Rewrite: How to View Your Screenplay with a Film Editor’s Eye
May 31, 2023 by Routledge
ISBN: 9780367750596
Paperback
200 Pages
Independent Animation: Developing, Producing and Distributing Your Animated Films
April 11, 2023 by CRC Press
ISBN: 9781032103105
Paperback
422 Pages
Making a Scene in Documentary Film: Iconic Filmmakers Discuss What Works and Why
April 10, 2023 by Routledge
ISBN: 9781032184814
Paperback
202 Pages
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American Film Market Presents Series
Published in partnership between Routledge and the American Film Market, this series covers a range of topics related to the movie business.
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Mastering the Filmmaking Process
Written for independent filmmakers and filmmaking enthusiasts, this guide provides expert guidance and tips on 7 stages of the movie-making process - screenwriting hacks, casting, production design, lighting & grip, camera techniques, recording sound and editing rules.
Pro Cinematography Techniques
Fine-tune your skills on the art and craft of making motion pictures with this free guide. It covers cinematography techniques on framing, lens and composition, color, lighting, camera movement and more.
Strategies for Mastering the Filmmaking Business
Based on book chapters from our American Film Market Presents series , this handy guide provides insights on financing film and television projects, crowdsourcing, marketing and distribution.
A Guide to Scriptwriting for Different Genres
Gain insights into screenwriting across genres such as horror and comedy, and for medias including film, television or web series. These chapters have been selected from various books to help aspiring or professional screenwriters looking to enhance their skills.
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