Expert: Kenneth D. Plonkey - 6/24/2008

Question
how do i go about making a movie? i have a very good movie in-mind and i know millions of people say the same but mine is way different and i know for a fact that it will be a hit cuz i haven't done a lot as a career in this field but think about this movie that i will make no matter wat i have been thinking about this movie for about the last 3 years, so i need to know wat the steps are to get this movie made and to be seen to the world....

Answer
Hi Rafael, You need to write it up as a filmplay, see books on writing screenplays to learn how. Then you need to write up a consise version of the story and use this to attract investors, and try to sell it to one of the big distributors. For what you need to make a movie is financial backing to pay all the bills. When you have raised enough money to make the film, you hire a cinematographer, a director unless you are going to direct, a gaffer, a prop man, a set desinger/dresser, make up man, costumer/wardrobe  person, you rent all the equipment you will need, costumes and props.  You might want to hire a caterer, as it is customary to feed the cast and crew, at least lunch and dinner if they are going to work after the dinner hour.  You can find out how much these things cost by looking in the trade publications for ads, and calling equipment rentors.  It wouldn't hurt to fill this info in with the proper details by reading a book on how to make a movie. Check Amazon.com for books. Best wishes, Doc