Hollywood Studio Production Techniques Author:Winnie Wong Part of the new Digital Filmmaker Series! There are a lot of books out there for screenwriting, financing, directing, editing, and distribution but not many regarding the underlying business of filmmaking. In all the seminars and courses the author has taught over the past 20 years, most film students are unaware of the business of the film worl... more »d. They are not fully aware that while they are producing a film they will have to deal with contracts, budget constraints, personnel, scheduling, legal, insurance, and safety issues. Many first time filmmakers concentrate on their creative endeavors and unfortunately forget to establish production management strategies or exhibit any business ethics. In many cases this results in legal or insurance issues that can result in lawsuits, financial hardships, and/or the inability to distribute their film. This book provides the in-depth information, exercises, and worksheets that will prepare the student and provide them with the tools to become successful and enlightened filmmakers.« less