Hi friends! i am back again with 3 very simple steps to bring a boom in Pakistani film industry or any other industry. I normally see at-least one programmes every week where the fools (Pakistani Filmmakers) are roaming here and there giving there own ideas(hey don’t think i am one of them) and there ideas are something with very high budget and need along time to show positive results. Well what can be the three most easy steps to bring a boom in Pakistani Film Industry?
The First Step
Well the first and the most important step can only be taken by the government. As some fools always speak that the government should make labs and bring new technology in the film industry which is nearly impossible. No government will invest in an industry with so high risk. But they can do one thing.................Yes they can make the industry TAX FREE for 5 years. They should not apply taxes to people and business related to film industry. If a person wants to make his own cinema house free him from giving tax of property, free from income tax, all the equipments which he is bringing from abroad should be tax free to so that private investors can come and invest in establishing more and more cinema houses. All the cinema owners earning from every movie which is completely financed by a Pakistani and made in Pakistan with completely Pakistani crew will be tax free. But if any film taking any help from foreign will be not tax free. This step and application of law will force the people to make a complete Pakistani movie. We will be able to extract maximum talenet from our country
Every person who is working in the movie or for the movie as an actor, writer, film-maker, video editors, even spot boys should be given relaxation in income tax for 5 years. In a country like Pakistan where inflation rate increases on daily basis a step like this will boost up the people to invest more and more in the film industry.
Second Step
The second step is again very easy and the step can be taken by the government (well don’t count me in the list of fools who are always speaking about financing from government i am just talking about helping in legislation). The government can pass a law according to which every super market in the country would be bound to make at-least one cinema or a multiplex cinema in its market. And the cinema houses should not only have the facility to show films which are on Film Reel but also a setup of showing films which are on digital format. We all know making a movie on digital format will straight away bring the cost from sky to earth. Now a days normally a movie with best technical implementation costs around 2 to 4 Crores, which is a big amount. By using Digital technology we will be able to make a great movie within few lack. Even the BEST CAM the RED one is of US 4 to7k. And 1k is equals to 70,000. So buying a RED ONE for once will make a great asset for you and will at-least cost you a lot more cheaper then making a movie in crores. The other advantage will be that even new filmmakers who are more then willing to make a movie but afraid that where they will sell it out, even they will like to take a chance as they will have the facility and advantege to show their movie on digital format.
Third Step
Third step again will have to be taken by the Government (looks like our government has shown real poor performance. That’s why they will have to make thing right them-self). They will have to stop piracy by implementing laws very strictly. Though the whole world is suffering from it but Pakistan have been the most unluckiest. The reason is that we have got India in our neighbour. The language of Pakistan and India is nearly the same and we both understand each other’s language very easily. So the new films get released in India, a copy is placed in Pakistan. And the Pakistani people easily see that movie on cable by giving only Rs 250/- for the whole month. So any film released by a Pakistani filmmaker do not attracts people to come to cinema.
By taking these 3 steps Pakistan’s Film Industry will surly see a boom and more and more investors and audience will get attracted towards Pakistani cinema.
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
3 Easy Steps to bring Boom in Pakistani Film Industry
Pakistan’s economical, political and social conditions have not been good from last 5 or 6 years and this situation has damaged every field of Pakistan. But Pakistan’s film industry is suffering from not last 5 or 6 years but for last 10 years. If we see the last 10 years there are not even 10 films which have done huge business on box office. Pakistan’s film industry which is named Lolly-wood has really made lolly pops in the last 10 years. The lack of good story, music, direction, technical strength and lack of professionals have nearly sunk the ship of Pakistani cinema. At the moment the topic is a hot cake and every one is looking at talking about it.
More over few Bollywood movies released in Pakistan have divided people into 3 groups. All the 3 groups have their own interesting thoughts on which a sensible person can only laugh
One group says that Pakistan and India should exchange films on basis of equality. If we release one Indian movie in Pakistan then even India should release one Pakistani movie in India. The statement is really a great pass time joke. The first question arises is that Pakistani filmmaker are unable to bring Pakistani audience at cinema houses, how will they attract Indian audience for their movies?? Indian audience is already having a problem to select a movie on their weekends as there are plenty of movies releasing every day so from where they will take out time for Pakistan’s foolish presentations???
The other group is more interesting. They say the government should set laboratories and bring new and state of the art technology to support filmmakers of Pakistan. The question here arises is there and government in the world setting labs and bringing the modern technology itself in the country??? Lets say for the sake of discussion even if the Pakistani government agrees then do our filmmakers have the ability to use that modern technology???????? I am sure the answer is a BIG NO.
Third group has at-least a better option. They are emphasizing on joint production. But still i personally don’t take it as a respect-full way. We have the potential to bring Pakistani Film Industry up-to a higher level without the help of any other country. So why don’t trust our own abilities?
There are steps if taken, they can bring a boom in the market. What are these 3 steps
I will post it in next couple of days.
More over few Bollywood movies released in Pakistan have divided people into 3 groups. All the 3 groups have their own interesting thoughts on which a sensible person can only laugh
One group says that Pakistan and India should exchange films on basis of equality. If we release one Indian movie in Pakistan then even India should release one Pakistani movie in India. The statement is really a great pass time joke. The first question arises is that Pakistani filmmaker are unable to bring Pakistani audience at cinema houses, how will they attract Indian audience for their movies?? Indian audience is already having a problem to select a movie on their weekends as there are plenty of movies releasing every day so from where they will take out time for Pakistan’s foolish presentations???
The other group is more interesting. They say the government should set laboratories and bring new and state of the art technology to support filmmakers of Pakistan. The question here arises is there and government in the world setting labs and bringing the modern technology itself in the country??? Lets say for the sake of discussion even if the Pakistani government agrees then do our filmmakers have the ability to use that modern technology???????? I am sure the answer is a BIG NO.
Third group has at-least a better option. They are emphasizing on joint production. But still i personally don’t take it as a respect-full way. We have the potential to bring Pakistani Film Industry up-to a higher level without the help of any other country. So why don’t trust our own abilities?
There are steps if taken, they can bring a boom in the market. What are these 3 steps
I will post it in next couple of days.
Sunday, May 25, 2008
Pre-caution Before You start your indie Movie
Filmmaking has never been an easy task. And when its an Indie filmmaking then the job becomes more hard as your resources are limited, the actors might not get serious as they are not getting paid (at-least in starting of the project).You also have to keep one thing in mind that you have no money. Many experts might say indie filmmaking doesn’t mean no money, but i believe when you say indie movies think of no money in your pocket. This will help you to make you plans more perfect and will also help in saving and utilizing your money in a better way.
Remember one thing when ever you are starting a indie film project follow the rule of
‘’ Don’t think of money, Borrow everything’’
This rule will help you in not only saving lot of money but also in achieving your targets in abetter way. Because if you will vbe taking out money every time for everything the soon you will have to stop your project. Other then that talk to your actors that you will pay them if you get something in return. Do make a contract with every one involved in the project if you dont want to see the face of court after your project has finished.
After the script has completed the most important step which professional filmmakers take is the story board which is something i realy hate. I am not a good artist neither i have any real interest in making idiot and cartoonish pics on paper and waste the expensive paper :d. So what can be the best option if you are not willing to make storyboard? Simple go at the location a day before and start visualising everything in your brain(Do keep almonds in your pocket for strong memmory).Decide your camera angles, camera moves and shots on that same day before shoots.
The other important thing which you can do and you should do is held a meeting just befor the day of shoot with the whole crew to make things clear again. Rehalsals with actors is a very important element too.
When on shoot behave like leaders. Dont follow your crew, make your crew follow you.
The last and the most important thing ‘’ Be prepared for anything wrong’’. I have personally experienced it when i was making my short film i use to make a complete plan and fortunately i had a friend with me too who was just like my shadow in every step of project but still we always had something going wrong. Some times minor problems and sometimes major problems. So be prepared for any news, minor like......the batteries of your CAM are not charged, mini Dv are left at home (if using a Cam which requires it) or may be the major problems like the heroin of your movie is pregnant by the hero of your movie, or may be your best friend who was about to assist you is in the hospital
These are the few tips which can help you।
Regards
Remember one thing when ever you are starting a indie film project follow the rule of
‘’ Don’t think of money, Borrow everything’’
This rule will help you in not only saving lot of money but also in achieving your targets in abetter way. Because if you will vbe taking out money every time for everything the soon you will have to stop your project. Other then that talk to your actors that you will pay them if you get something in return. Do make a contract with every one involved in the project if you dont want to see the face of court after your project has finished.
After the script has completed the most important step which professional filmmakers take is the story board which is something i realy hate. I am not a good artist neither i have any real interest in making idiot and cartoonish pics on paper and waste the expensive paper :d. So what can be the best option if you are not willing to make storyboard? Simple go at the location a day before and start visualising everything in your brain(Do keep almonds in your pocket for strong memmory).Decide your camera angles, camera moves and shots on that same day before shoots.
The other important thing which you can do and you should do is held a meeting just befor the day of shoot with the whole crew to make things clear again. Rehalsals with actors is a very important element too.
When on shoot behave like leaders. Dont follow your crew, make your crew follow you.
The last and the most important thing ‘’ Be prepared for anything wrong’’. I have personally experienced it when i was making my short film i use to make a complete plan and fortunately i had a friend with me too who was just like my shadow in every step of project but still we always had something going wrong. Some times minor problems and sometimes major problems. So be prepared for any news, minor like......the batteries of your CAM are not charged, mini Dv are left at home (if using a Cam which requires it) or may be the major problems like the heroin of your movie is pregnant by the hero of your movie, or may be your best friend who was about to assist you is in the hospital
These are the few tips which can help you।
Regards
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Script Writing for Indie Movies
Writing has always been a feast for creative people. We writers enjoy writing the way a glutton person loves to eat all the time. It always gives satisfaction to make your own characters. Giving them specific nature, attitude, way of speaking, and putting them in different sort of situations is a great source of satisfaction and joy.
It becomes more interesting (and challenging too) when we are writing for an indie movie. We all know that indie movies are almost of no budget so thinking of any science fiction stories , or some great action is almost impossible. It is considered a general rule to make a great movie, a great script is required. But for making an indie movie the good script is not enough. A lot more becomes the demand of a filmmaker from scriptwriter(if the filmmaker himself is not a scriptwriter).
We have to give a lot more importance to every thing like characters, locations, situations created in the movie and we always feel tied by a rope.
For writing an indie movie script the most important thing you need is not an idea but first a list of resources available to you. So first of all sit down in a separate room take out a piece of paper and categorise it into four categories. List the names of friends which are sincere to you and willing to act. Remember one thing if a friend is not willing to act in you movie don’t doubt on his sincerity. Many people are camera shy. After that make a list of friends who have got any equipments related to filmmaking. A good quality CAM will be a jackpot for you. Then make a list of locations available to you free of cost. They should also be within the city so that you will save the money of vehicles and oil. Your and your friend’s home, Public parks, shopping centres (do not forget to check out if permission is necessary for shooting at these places) and the most important place, your school/college/university. The administration will love to help you.
After making a list now comes the main area of thinking. A concept or idea which can be turned into a movie later on. First of all decide which genre you will like to go for? Love stories, suspense thrillers, drama are the genres which do not need high investments in general. Where as a movie based on science fiction or special effects will at-least require a very high computer system to get something from it. But still the effects created by computer might not attract the normal public as they have already seen great Hollywood movies. So my personal advice will be to go with genre like love stories, drama, or suspense thriller.
While creating a concept remember to restrict your script by few things like
Lowest number of actors
Locations 1-3. Not more than that
If you are in a country like Pakistan where getting females for you movie is hard then try some new concepts other than love story.
Remember one thing a good script not necessarily requires females every time.
DO brain storming with your friends to generate a concept. If you are unable to create any concept then there is another great tip.
Create some interesting characters. Lets say a thief who is dumb, His partner who is deaf. Now you can move a little further when they both plan a robbery in....in a house?? Well a Bank would have been a better and a different idea than the normal movies, but getting a bank location is tough. So we can go with a house. And when they enter a house at night when the family is out they find a couple of more robbers (Oh this is really a nice idea developing). And interestingly one of them is blind and the other one is his brother and...... lets say is mentally retarded. See i just created the characters right now while typing and the concept is looking good at-least considering that i have created it just here while sitting on my PC.
You can also download CINERGY software for free by GOOGLE searching. It is a professional scriptwriting software.
Well my next post will be the most interesting as i will submit a post related to distribution of indie movie as it has been the most overseen issue. I personally have worked a lot on how to distribute my indie movie. And i will utilise that strategy for my first indie movies soon.
Regards
HEY the concept is a copy Right under the act of social norms and values. So don’t try to copy it
It becomes more interesting (and challenging too) when we are writing for an indie movie. We all know that indie movies are almost of no budget so thinking of any science fiction stories , or some great action is almost impossible. It is considered a general rule to make a great movie, a great script is required. But for making an indie movie the good script is not enough. A lot more becomes the demand of a filmmaker from scriptwriter(if the filmmaker himself is not a scriptwriter).
We have to give a lot more importance to every thing like characters, locations, situations created in the movie and we always feel tied by a rope.
For writing an indie movie script the most important thing you need is not an idea but first a list of resources available to you. So first of all sit down in a separate room take out a piece of paper and categorise it into four categories. List the names of friends which are sincere to you and willing to act. Remember one thing if a friend is not willing to act in you movie don’t doubt on his sincerity. Many people are camera shy. After that make a list of friends who have got any equipments related to filmmaking. A good quality CAM will be a jackpot for you. Then make a list of locations available to you free of cost. They should also be within the city so that you will save the money of vehicles and oil. Your and your friend’s home, Public parks, shopping centres (do not forget to check out if permission is necessary for shooting at these places) and the most important place, your school/college/university. The administration will love to help you.
After making a list now comes the main area of thinking. A concept or idea which can be turned into a movie later on. First of all decide which genre you will like to go for? Love stories, suspense thrillers, drama are the genres which do not need high investments in general. Where as a movie based on science fiction or special effects will at-least require a very high computer system to get something from it. But still the effects created by computer might not attract the normal public as they have already seen great Hollywood movies. So my personal advice will be to go with genre like love stories, drama, or suspense thriller.
While creating a concept remember to restrict your script by few things like
Lowest number of actors
Locations 1-3. Not more than that
If you are in a country like Pakistan where getting females for you movie is hard then try some new concepts other than love story.
Remember one thing a good script not necessarily requires females every time.
DO brain storming with your friends to generate a concept. If you are unable to create any concept then there is another great tip.
Create some interesting characters. Lets say a thief who is dumb, His partner who is deaf. Now you can move a little further when they both plan a robbery in....in a house?? Well a Bank would have been a better and a different idea than the normal movies, but getting a bank location is tough. So we can go with a house. And when they enter a house at night when the family is out they find a couple of more robbers (Oh this is really a nice idea developing). And interestingly one of them is blind and the other one is his brother and...... lets say is mentally retarded. See i just created the characters right now while typing and the concept is looking good at-least considering that i have created it just here while sitting on my PC.
You can also download CINERGY software for free by GOOGLE searching. It is a professional scriptwriting software.
Well my next post will be the most interesting as i will submit a post related to distribution of indie movie as it has been the most overseen issue. I personally have worked a lot on how to distribute my indie movie. And i will utilise that strategy for my first indie movies soon.
Regards
HEY the concept is a copy Right under the act of social norms and values. So don’t try to copy it
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