If you actually are considering a career in FILM MAKING then it is imperative that you posses the dedication, perseverance and the pluck that is required and expected of you. In other words, not only do you need to 'dare to dream', you have to 'dare to ACT'! In fact, you can take a leaf out of the book of many famous film makers who have 'been there-done that!' by making this your 'Mission Statement'.

Plan the Plan!

Your goal now set, the time has arrived to put your mission into motion! It is obvious that your 'perfect movie' would be a homogeneous blend of artistic appeal and commercial success. The following 'tried and tested' plan will assist all those who aspire towards a career in FILM MAKING.

Uncool Facts about Film making

The odds to succeed in this industry are extremely small. There is no dearth of talent in this industry. If you aspire towards such a career, therefore, make sure you give in your hundred percent. You would have to be dedicated in order to achieve your film making goals. Exploit your abilities, mature from your mistakes and Lady luck will automatically knock on your door.

HERE'S THE REAL DEAL !!

The first step is to make a series of short sequence movies while still pursuing your studies. Go out there and meet other film makers, find yourselves film collaborators and ensure that you make the right contacts. Shoot with your friends, bribe them to humor you in your little spree.

FILM MAKING is not a one man job. It requires co-operation and organization and it is for this very reason that you need to get yourselves acquainted with the right people in right capacities. The first step is therefore to create a firm platform where you get to learn the basic know-hows of FILM MAKING.

The second Step is to improve along the way until finally you have THE FILM, a potential box office ripper!

This will ensure that your works will appear on the radar screen of the industry's biggies. At the end of the day you need names to pull in the audiences, acquisition agents will follow. This step therefore is all about expanding your creative flair in FILM MAKING, and to create a market for your product.

The third step pertains to development- personally and artistically! This will bring your work to the notice of people who appreciate.

Your plot or storyline should be such that it can be filmed inexpensively. Make use of what you have and use your creativity to create first rate cinema. Since short films will be your forte as you begin, ensure that the budget is such that you can pay out of your own pocket.

Moreover, utilize this short film as a promo, or a teaser to greater achievements and possibilities.

The fourth step is to actually film the movie, screen at the film festivals to get acclaim sell it to distributors and thereafter give yourself a pat on the back as money comes pouring into the box office. However don't be so lackadaisical about things, help prepare yourself for meddling journalists who ask impertinent questions (like "do you have any more projects on hand?") by actually preparing for your next venture.

By now you would have probably entered the envious eyes of big production houses. You would receive attention from the same people who slighted you but recently. To rebuttal this minor head ache( if it be so) make yourself another movie-this time a feature film, a classic low budgeted chic film which may just do wonders for your dreams of making it big in FILM MAKING.