Blocking and marking rehearsals are essential for young actors stepping onto a film set. Directors shared insights on using space as a character, balancing structure with playfulness, and building trust.
At CFA’s recent workshop, filmmakers explored how trust and collaboration between actors and directors shape on-set success. From navigating emotional pressures to bridging technical gaps, these insights offer emerging filmmakers practical tools to create supportive, creative environments.
Shooting a supernatural thriller in just one day, filmmaker Jonathan Davis and his team leaned on vintage lenses, quick thinking, and crew chemistry to bring A Thin Line Between Love and Blood to life—proving that great storytelling can thrive under pressure.
Discover the innovative URSA Cine Immersive Camera from Blackmagic Design, designed for immersive Apple Vision Pro content, enhancing filmmaking possibilities in the industry.
At NAB 2025, CreamSource launched the Slyyd app—a powerful, brand-agnostic lighting tool designed for accessibility. With intuitive controls, color calibration, and Lookbook features, Slide empowers all filmmakers, aligning with CFA’s mission to support inclusive, efficient storytelling.
NAB 2025 buzzed with creativity, tech, and community. CFA’s founders shared tips on maximizing your experience—like using giveaways to guide networking, attending panels, and exploring hands-on gear. It's more than an expo; it's a chance to connect, collaborate, and grow as a filmmaker.
From goat-powered livestreams to app-controlled lighting, NAB 2025 brought bold ideas and inclusive energy. CFA was proud to engage with tools, people, and practices that support underrepresented filmmakers and push the boundaries of creative storytelling.
Excitement filled the room at NAB 2025 during CFA’s Prize Giveaway, where filmmakers from all backgrounds were celebrated. From cameras to pro kits, prizes empowered creators both in-person and online—reflecting CFA’s mission to build an inclusive, supportive film community.
At NAB 2025, Bianca Halpern of B-Cine shared her journey from running a rental house to building a collaborative creative space in Inglewood. Her story of resilience, motherhood, and community echoes CFA’s mission to uplift underrepresented voices in film.
Cinematographer Leo Gallagher talks about the art of the One Shot Music Video, featuring his work with New York based band Lawrence.
Filmmaking is never a solo journey. In this reflection, writer-director Caroline Guo shares the lessons, missteps, and moments that shaped her path—from the power of preparation to the importance of finding your creative village.
We shot King Kang-Mi in 12 hours at a tiki bar turned frozen shipwreck. What started as a wild idea about a fallen Yeti king became a mythic short film—complete with original sea shanties, VFX, and a world built from pure imagination.
Learn how to use compression to make your voice sound polished and professional. Audio engineer Marcus DePaula breaks down threshold, ratio, attack, release, and makeup gain—making it simple for podcasters and creators to level up their sound.
Award-winning filmmaker Adrian Burks opens up about the creative techniques behind his films After Laughter and Steady and Balance—and why long takes and poetic transitions are essential tools in his cinematic language.
DaVinci Resolve goes beyond color grading—these seven practical tools, drawn from real-world motorsports editing, will supercharge your workflow, improve client collaboration, and unlock creative flexibility for your most demanding projects.
Go behind the scenes of “Cozey,” where Mitchell Abraham blends raw emotion, ambient sound, and spontaneous visuals to create a music video that feels alive. This immersive piece captures the spirit of the Aerosol Jezus project through authenticity, experimentation, and bold artistic vision.
