8/4/2019 Film Making Flowchart

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Films take years to make. they all start with a source of inspiration and include hundreds of

people. The idea stage starts with the inspiration - producer - director - writer - treatment

and finally the pitch.Idea

The next step is to take the idea and finalise the script ready for production. This meansinvolving sales, distribution and broadcast it also requires public investment and private

finance.Development

Finance

It is now down to the writer to deliver what the producer and financers want. this requires a

synopsis, draft ideas and revision, all coming together to create the final draft of the film.

Script

development

Now the script is written the producer decides how they want to film, and who they want to

star in the film. this means choosing a suitable cast and a detailed budget.Packaging

Next is the financing, this means the producer securing enough funding to ensure the film is

to the best standard possible. the market will be decided and investments will be made, all

too ensure the funding for the film is accuired.

Financing

With the financing secured, the full cast and crew are hired and the detailed preparations for

the shoot begins. this involves storyboarding, production design and planning for the special

effects for the film.

Pre-Production

A large film production can involve hundreds of people and it can be a struggle to stay ontask and within budget. the camera man captures all the film recordings, lightings and special

effects.The Shoot

The post production team will start working when the first rough footage comes through

from the shoot. this means that the sounds and picture quality will be mastered and edited.

And the final mix and cut will be made and readied for the next stage.

Post-Production

While the film is still being completed and finalised, the prducer will be out selling it, this is

done through a distibutor. this is done through making film trailers, making deals and taking

the mvie to its target market.

Sales

As the film is in its final stages the distributors plan their strategy to market it. this means

reaching out to the audience and selling advertisement through the press and media

coverage.

Marketing

Cinema exhibition is still the primary channel for films to reach their audiences. And box

office success equals financial success. this means film premieres and box office performance

which all come together to generate a revenue.

Exhibition

If a film gains succes it moves dvd's and video, also tv viewings. plus a profit is generated. The

film could also be made into a game . Plus it can be used in hospitality such as in-flights and

hotel channels, this generates extra income.

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