I’m a film enthusiast just like you, and I’ve always wondered how to make a movie. Here’s a free, beginner-friendly guide to help you get started!
A simple guide for film lovers curious about making their first movie.
Learn the basics of filmmaking without spending a dime.
Made for beginners with no experience, just like me!
Covers the actual steps to make a movie, from idea to sharing it.
A free guide to turn your love of movies into your own indie film.
Ever wondered if you could make your own movie? I did too! This free guide walks you through the basics of indie filmmaking—figuring out your story, getting equipment, writing a script, filming, and sharing your movie. We’ll also look at what’s happening in the indie film world today. It’s perfect for beginners, but making a movie takes practice and teamwork!
Follow along and track your progress as you learn the basics.
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Here’s what you’ll need to make your movie, and where to find it.
Basic gear to start filming on a budget.
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Free tools to help you write, edit, and add music.
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Places to share your movie with the world.
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It’s a free guide I made for people like us—film lovers who want to try making a movie from scratch.
Nope! This guide is for total beginners who just love movies and want to give filmmaking a try.
Click “Start Exploring” to go through the lessons and track your progress—it’s all free!
I suggest tools to help you make your movie. The links help keep this guide free, at no extra cost to you.
A little bit about this guide and why I made it.
I love going to see a movie at the theater and getting lost in a good story. But I always wondered: could I make a movie too? What would it be about? How would I even start? So, I did some research and put together this free guide to help other film lovers like me take their first steps into indie filmmaking. It’s all about exploring the process together!
Let’s turn your love of movies into your own indie film—start this free guide today!