Shorts Films make up a significant genre in the art of filmmaking. Every year thousands of short films compete in dozens of film festivals all over the world. Short films are not just for beginning filmmakers - film students and Seasoned professionals make them all the time. For the beginning filmmaker, short films offer a great way to learn how to make movies. Why? Because the key to making good movies is making movies. Making your own short films gives you invaluable experience cheap. Robert Rodriguez—American film director, film producer, writer, composer, cinematographer and film editor—made short films from early childhood. Making short films taught him how to think through a story, shoot compelling scenes and action, light difficult shots, work with actors and assistants.
We learn a lot from watching the successes and failures of others. Below are links to some great short films on YouTube. Some are made by professionals. Others are starving amateurs with a story to tell. Watch good short films with attentive eyes and ears to learn and get ideas for your own film. While watching a short, jot down your thoughts. What did you like and dislike? How does the film open? Is the story carried throughout the film? Are there places where it loses you? Watch camera angles, how often the filmmaker cuts from one scene to another, the use of wide angle and closeup shots.
I will add more as I find them. If you find any really good short films, send me a link!
I love this film. The main actor is very good with subtle expressions. The filmmaker zooms in so close and we're drawn into the character's world.
A life can change in a matter of seconds. Thought-provoking story of a moment in time.
Cute romantic comedy.
A quiet comedy.
A heartwarming, delightful film with some known actors.
Bedhead [1991] - A Short Film by Robert Rodriguez
Bedhead [1991] - A Short Film by Robert Rodriguez
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