5 Bad Filmmaking Habits & How to Break Them

[@QZ_AU]

I just had 13 coffee meetings in March compared to 1 in February. I started reaching out to actors and AC's that are within my reach, and ask them to introduce me to a DP, and it got the ball rolling. Next Sunday I'm meeting a DP who shot a very successful documentary that is on Netflix! Hope these coffee meetings turn into something soon

[@LucForsyth]

Yes man! That’s great to hear Thomas, keep it up!

[@buckandbirdiemedia]

I resonate with ya!! Get those meetings going

[@tbcmediaca]

Hahah! Love the AOD title plug on the book title at the end! My brain nearly stalled. 😂

[@LucForsyth]

Haha, yeah, AoD on the brain!

[@tbcmediaca]

@@LucForsyth nice! I’m really enjoying the way the boys put it all together. Great course and really learning a lot. The goal is more footage and less photos. Started doing Social Media Marketing for some local businesses and they tend to like the photo budget more than the video budgets. Challenging for sure but I appreciate the AOD team and dudes like yourself keeping the dream alive as we break through the difficult part of finding our filming identity.

[@scottsfreelunch]

That community aspect rings very true. Working in isolation, then putting yourself out there to people you don't know is a very daunting.

[@LucForsyth]

It’s the worst. But so necessary.

[@TheLCPoore]

Thanks for this one, Luc! I’m guilty of most of these bad habits, I appreciate the reminder.

[@LucForsyth]

yep, me too!

[@VowStoryFilms]

Being new to Videography and wanting to delve into Filmmaking... I realize I am with many others and have made every single one of these mistakes. Luc, you're quickly becoming one of my favorite KZbinrs to watch for advice on filmmaking. I don't usually sign up for things like newsletters and if I do Ill use a secondary or tertiary email so the emails to come don't bog down my inbox... but I think with you I'll be signing up with my primary so that I don't miss things to come. Keep it up man, you're more inspiring than you may think.

[@LucForsyth]

Thanks David, appreciate that. I’ll do my best not to disappoint!

[@WhySteve]

Too true! I had 100s of unfinished songs on my pc that "I'll record them one day" and then one day my hard drive broke and I lost everything. And thinking back, I wish I rather published 10 finished albums than sitting now with 0 albums. And funny enough I was thinking about re-writing and starting recording today and then that little voice convinced me otherwise.

[@LucForsyth]

Yes, totally relate to this. But it’s probably something we have to learn the hard way…

[@KyleSevenoaks]

Perfectionism really is my biggest enemy. Really had to learn to let a lot of stuff go with the last short film I did. Definitely a learning experience :D

[@LucForsyth]

Yeah, it’s really hard to get over. If you find the secret, let me know!

[@Plaughrey]

beautiful video Luc! Thank you for sharing! I have been guilty of every bad habit you've listed, and I appreciate your perspective of fighting these habits as well! Thanks for the encouragement!

[@LucForsyth]

You’re welcome Patrick, I can only make this video because I’ve done them all, so we’re all in the same boat!

[@Blohme_official]

I have written and trained most of what you covered to sales people and artists, this is the first time I’ve ever taken it. Perspective changes it. Thank you.

[@LucForsyth]

You're very welcome!

[@The_CGA]

For me the anxiety around networking is most that it will be a waste of time because I feel so far away-I have to work for money, I also don’t have the time to shout into the void for free

[@TheStoryOutWest]

Hi Luc! Outstanding video. I didn’t realize that the same Steven Pressfield who wrote The War of Art also wrote Gates of Fire. That was a very influential book in military circles 10-15 years ago. And yes, I made the same mistake in a video recently while mentioning a book title 🙃 Great job!

[@LucForsyth]

The same mistake?? I’m not alone! Such a good book, and a great writer, heard good things about his fiction

[@SierraNovemberGroup]

This was incredibly helpful. Glad to see I’m not the only one!

[@johnclay7644]

Informative video Thanks Luc.

[@LucForsyth]

Thanks!

[@robinswildlife]

Thank you for the Input! Perfectionism led to taking me over half a year to finish my showreel instead of the one month I’ve actually planned for that. Up to this point, it’s not up to date anymore because of the projects I did in the meantime, so I know perfectly what you are talking about 😂

[@scottdionbrown]

Great tips. Definitely helps to hear these things said out loud. I'm guilty of all of these lol.

[@LucForsyth]

Same. Made this video as much for myself as anyone else!

[@Bo_Hazem]

Amazing tips! Showing results is the biggest obstacle to me, but I'll get through it when I start showing more.

[@LucForsyth]

Exactly!

[@inevitablyDEAD]

Look buddy, I came here for cinematography tips and tricks. Not for hard hitting therapy. How dare you make me stare at the deep rooted problems that make creating difficult. I worked very hard to ignore those problems, thank you very much!

[@LucForsyth]

Hahaha, stare into the abyss!

[@meirchaimo6960]

I love your recent talking head setup!

[@LucForsyth]

Me too…sadly it’s just a loaner house that I can’t afford, so we’ll be getting back to a more realistic studio soon.😔

[@Mhoohing36]

Yo Luc this was really helpful. Stumbled on this video and last tip spoke to me. Perfectionism kept me from releasing content and I would buy new equipment to make it feel like I was making progress lol bruh.

[@kumar4.o]

Total agree. Thanks for this video. From now on, no more unfinished projects for me.

[@LucForsyth]

Yes! 👊🏻

[@samdotroden]

Great stuff, have experienced a lot of this myself and totally agree across the board.

[@tariqalexanderwaheed476]

Thank you very much Luc!🎉

[@LucForsyth]

You're welcome 😊

[@gyorgyrenata]

Thank you for this Luc. I have maxed out already all the topics :) but I am finishing now my first bigger project, thanks

[@LucForsyth]

Fantastic!

[@gyorgyrenata]

@@LucForsyth​​⁠do you have any content about how to cover noisy, darkroom low light footage? I need ideas because one part of my work is completely useless 😅

[@luissisinno6815]

Luc. Your content is very very good. Thanks.

[@noellaas3787]

wow, super valuable, thanks for that! excited for more content ❤

[@LucForsyth]

More to come!

[@GrandpaG4]

Great stuff Luc. Definitely need to read that book you goofed the title on. I honestly liked the new title. It seemed to flow nicer. Going to have to pivot on my Doc as some as some folks are refusing interviews. Thanks again. Cheers GB

[@LucForsyth]

It’s well worth a read, title or no! Good luck!

[@adamsipione]

'a lot fewer used gimbals on facebook marketplace' 🤣🤣

[@mavargas8701]

I suck at filming and these videos help me realize I do suck

[@jmanchester]

Perfectionism definitely is a big habit to break. This is GREAT info!

[@alexathegr8]

Stuff I’ve heard before, but your video was well organized. And maybe that just leaves a better impression on the brain. 😂 thank you

[@robertolanga]

Ahaha, loved the ”The Art of Documentary” Freudian slip.

[@LucForsyth]

Haha, I know, it’s bad

[@donhendricks3190]

Nailed it. Very encouraging -- so, I'm not the only one? Thanks for the uplifting content, Luc!

[@LucForsyth]

15 years in and same problems!

[@runhaar1]

Killing it!

[@LucForsyth]

Cheers Alex!

[@Raptvre_media]

You caught me on that… at least in most points but most of all it is my lack of being able to network. I can literally stand in room full of filmmakers, producers and production managers, I can even talk to them but at the end of the day it is very likely that no one would know that I am a filmmaker myself (not fiction, really happened 😂). The idea of approaching someone just to tell him what I can do feels so weird to me. It always has been. It’s what kept me away from so many things, not only from filmmaking. I am a creative mind, just like I quote on all my channels. I can make films from start to finish, I am a musician, I can write creatively, I am a communications coach… all that stuff. And people and clients are always satisfied by my work. But going out, telling people all that… whole different story 😂 So thanks for catching me on that! 😂

[@DanielBasulto]

Super Solid Info for anyone at any level! I hit that Sub!

[@LucForsyth]

Thanks Daniel!

[@othellobanaci]

Very good bro. Great points

[@LucForsyth]

Thanks man!

[@unclejezza]

This is exactly what I needed to hear, exactly when I needed to hear it…… thank you 🙏

[@LucForsyth]

No problem, happy it helped!

[@YounusYousuf]

thanks Luc

[@LucForsyth]

👊🏻

[@LarsGoldbachDP]

Damn dude, I felt your words very deep within! Great video! Thanks.

[@LucForsyth]

Thanks Lars!

[@AlbertoTrianaDirectorDP]

Great video! Love the content.

[@LucForsyth]

Thanks!

[@somtangwong]

Starting was probably one of the scariest things I did when it came to developing my first documentary. But now I’m glad I did and am in the process of updating my short documentary and submitting it to festivals.

[@earnieboy54]

My thing was cutting a lot out. It boiled down to fear and insecurity but still wanting to do my thing and the result was cutting corners and being lazy. To combat that i started planning my shoots, accepting and embracing my voice as a writer and director, and getting over my fear of rejection. People say no, but it’s not the of the road, just the end of that conversation with that person.

[@LucForsyth]

Yes! This is the approach, 💯

[@rnvideoplus3911]

Nice tips ,thx for sharing 😊

[@LucForsyth]

My pleasure!

[@TurquoiseFilms]

Great Video, Luc! as always. Your channel has had really great info and has inspired me to get going on my own channel!

[@LucForsyth]

Fantastic! That’s what I like to hear!

[@joronbrice]

ONE OF MY FAVORITE TEACHERS!

[@LucForsyth]

👊🏻

[@footycheck]

Nice to hear, you got a new subscriber

[@LucForsyth]

Awesome, welcome!

[@romtieche]

Hello! Really cool inputs, thank you! What Font do you use for the chapter?

[@arashGRS]

thanks

[@Theemoodyeye]

Super useful and relatable!

[@LucForsyth]

Nice, that’s what I like to hear!

[@timdanyo898]

You've got killer eyebrows.. imho. Good info! My fears center around fearing wasting time, money, and being a burden on my family to pursue a non money making passion project.

[@LucForsyth]

Hahaha, thank you sir, they’re all natural!

[@marionquesneau]

I didn’t know AOD had a book hahaha

[@LucForsyth]

Haha, yeah they hired a really good ghostwriter!

[@theodorbrinch]

also, don't keep losing all your lens caps!

[@LucForsyth]

No deal!

[@elmegade3]

Guilty as charged of all 5!!!

[@LucForsyth]

Same!

[@charlestownsendfilms]

The networking thing is wonky for me. I network a lot, and thought people seem to like me when I'm in front of them chatting, they quickly forget me (and don't call for my services or to colab) so I just keep going solo.

[@LucForsyth]

Yeah, you have to follow up. I usually wait a month, then check back in. People just forget. Make a spreadsheet after you meet with someone, then reach out a month later, and again 3 months later. Situations change and they might need someone and not remember you were an option!

[@cedricfowler3465]

7:23- Even the worst story in the world is infinitely better than the best story in my head because the worst story in the world at least exists in the real world.

[@hzzmozz]

What keyboard do you have

[@edwardlin2941]

I have many unused gear …

[@CedarSpringWolf]

Shout out to the Art of Documentary! #freudianslip

[@LucForsyth]

Haha, free plug! Just don’t tell mark the Freudian part…

[@DavidAcampora]

Hi Luc, what rain cover do you recommend for the FX9? There are so many different sizes it’s hard to compare. I generally use a Sony 24-70 or Canon 17-120. Thanks!

[@LucForsyth]

I have one from portabrace that’s decent, but honestly they’re all annoying!

[@christianmcnally4323]

The art of documentary by stephen pressfield

[@LucForsyth]

A real Classic….

[@jimkappel]

This is gospel, dude, well done

[@LucForsyth]

Thanks man, glad it was helpful!

[@SirSeabass]

Ugh, guilty of all of it.

[@LucForsyth]

Me too!

[@michaelodonnell6949]

The struggle is real...

[@LucForsyth]

Unfortunately so

[@dpc4548]

What's... reading?

[@LucForsyth]

🤓

[@StefanNitzsche]

What’s this keyboard? 🔥

[@LucForsyth]

I think it’s made by keychron

[@Tom_Hoppins]

Like 599!

[@corneliustitiu8739]

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@GodFearNman]

so true...all of it. I keep reminding myself that this life is short and the only thing that matters in the end is, do we know Jesus and did we/I use the gifts and talents He gave me to share the gospel with others. I am currently trying to figure out the best way to do that, in a not so "boring way" , Thanks for your videos, love your stuff!

[@LucForsyth]

Thanks, appreciate that!

[@PNWMOTION]

Guilty….haha

[@LucForsyth]

Aren’t we all…

[@xxphactor]

The first bad habit...not proofreading your title. LOL

[@LucForsyth]

Hmmm…the title of this video?

[@HGQjazz]

"Habbit"

[@jeffreyintn]

Thank you for this video! This problem permeates literally every aspect of my life; ESPECIALLY my art. It can be crippling. It will be helpful just knowing that successful people struggle with it also.

[@igorkas]

This is perfect for anyone starting out their career, but rings just as, if not more, true to someone like me who is 12 years in and still struggles with these things. Thanks for putting out contend that is Relevant to career and life, not just gear and hype. 🫡

[@LucForsyth]

I don’t think it ever stops…I’m almost 15 years in and same story!