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  • A Cloud Storage Collaboration Guide for Filmmakers
    Cloud storage isn't just a way to back up backups of backups, it has great potential for use as a hub for your film production.
    Emma Dessau 8 min read July 9, 2013 Documentary News Comments
  • 5 Recommended Reads for Aspiring Editors
    Editing isn’t just about whether you use FCP or Avid. An artful editor understands the theory and history that came before her. This list provides an introduction to editing philosophy and theory for all aspiring editors.
    Erin McIntyre 3 min read April 4, 2013 Documentary News Comments
  • Recommended Reading: The 6 Stages of Editing As A Film Director
    Learn about the 6 Stages of Editing As A Film Director from Elliot Grove via Raindance Film Festival.
    POV Staff 0 min read April 3, 2013 Documentary News Comments
  • Ken Burns on the “Ken Burns Effect”
    Ask anyone what they think of when you mention his name, and they'll refer to the Ken Burns Effect, that technique he employs in all his films whereby the camera pans over sideways and then zooms in.
    Adam Schartoff 1 min read November 14, 2012 Documentary News Comments
  • Lightworks Looks to Grab a Tier of New Editors With Its PC-Based NLE
    In the weeks since the non-linear editor Lightworks V11 was made available for download, the product has earned its share of likers and dislikers. Lightshare shares its plans for the product with blogger Edward J. Delaney.
    Edward J. Delaney 4 min read June 20, 2012 Documentary News Comments
  • Awaiting the Official Release of Lightworks, a $60 PC-Based Non-Linear Editor
    Has Apple's shift to Final Cut Pro X, and the dissatisfaction of a legion of editors, created a market opening for this PC-based nonlinear editing system?
    Edward J. Delaney 3 min read May 17, 2012 Documentary News Comments
  • Final Cut Pro X, One Year Later
    Apple's Final Cut Pro X was met with a lot of upset editors when it was announced last April and subsequently released in June 2011. Now that the dust has settled, where do we stand?
    Edward J. Delaney 3 min read April 25, 2012 Documentary News Comments
  • Framing and the Art of Documentary
    Arguably, making art is easier when its makers have complete control over process and product. But what happens when you throw the messiness of reality into the mix?
    Heather McIntosh 6 min read April 17, 2012 Documentary News Comments
  • Pros Leave FCPX – Where Are They Heading?
    The 'X' in Final Cut Pro was supposed to mean '10,' but it seems as if for a lot of professional editors, it's become the equivalent of 'NOT.'
    Edward J. Delaney 4 min read November 23, 2011 Documentary News Comments
  • Final Cut Pro X: Filmmakers Remain Skeptical
    We asked you, our blog-reading filmmakers, for thoughts about Final Cut Pro X, the latest edition of Apple's popular editing software, and how you're making the decision to upgrade, switch or stick with what you've got.
    Alva French 3 min read August 31, 2011 Documentary News Comments
  • 'Senna' Director Asif Kapadia
    Senna, the first documentary from BAFTA award-winning fiction film director Asif Kapadia, uses archival footage exclusively to create an enthralling tribute to Brazilian Formula One racing star Ayrton Senna. Kapadia discusses the film and countering the "reckless reputation" of its star.
    Adam Schartoff 9 min read August 9, 2011 Documentary News Comments
  • To Upgrade or Not to Upgrade?: Final Cut Pro X
    With the release of Apple's Final Cut Pro X, editors and production houses are weighing in on their editing software options.
    Alva French 2 min read July 12, 2011 Documentary News Comments
  • “Documentary Style” Shot-making
    I have a suggestion to fictional filmmakers and critics alike: Let’s update the definition of “documentary style” shooting.
    Yance Ford 4 min read January 16, 2008 Documentary News Comments

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