How To Make A Short Film ALONE (REALISTIC) 🎬 Tips for Beginners, BTS, LOW Budget 🎥

[@megantanart]

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Who came here from instagram ? 😌

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From that popular reel

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What's her IG handle

[@MidwestAppeals]

She upped her game.

[@megantanart]

Ahahah hopefully

[@johannaflowers_]

thank you so much for this insight into your process! i'm planning to make a short film too in the near future but it is really scary if you've never done it before and especially if you have no budget and therefore have to do a lot by yourself. but seeing your straight forward aproach really makes it seem doable 🥰 and also: great video like always!

[@megantanart]

Thanks so much Johanna!! Trust me, I know how scary it can be but I’m sure you can do it !!!

[@lilyiacc]

You're the reason why i took digital film production additional course this semester , i also wanna create my own film and thanks for the inspiration, also to mention i have been your fan since you posted your first video or second i dont clearly remember but yes i still love your content a LOTTTTTT

[@megantanart]

AHHH THANK YOUUUUUU!!!

[@anaSandoval-j2o]

I loved ur tutorial its very helpful but I was wondering what camera and equipment did you use?

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much!! For this short film I used my Sony a7iii and my friends Sony FX30 Links are all in the description!

[@motivatedguy3699]

Wouldn't you mind if you tell the music's name in the first few minutes... it's... scrumptious

[@bkeverytime]

Megan Tan peaked here...🔥

[@megantanart]

Thank you 🥹🥹❤️

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[@megantanart]

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[@moklooking3485]

@@megantanart I m learning documents... your content is super helpful. I m Singaporean are u Singaporean? Malaysian?

[@asmabusyra]

The masterclass got me😂❤

[@megantanart]

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Are you on X Megan? ❤ Your work

[@megantanart]

Not really haha I don’t really post there

[@thankfultoyou]

THANK YOU

[@megantanart]

thank u!!!

[@thankfultoyou]

I made a short film, myself ☺️ today I'm watching my hard work in you mam❤️

[@yashnimbalkar5246]

When I saw that she liked each and every comment, I knew she loves what she is doing

[@megantanart]

Aww thank you hahaha

[@certifiedg4042]

I don't know why but i felt very relaxed while watching this video in a crowded place. Keep it up, you got my support

[@megantanart]

Happy to hear that! TQQQQ

[@Jennm4]

This was a nicely edited video but honestly I didn’t learn anything. No real techniques or tips on shooting alone. It was just “come up with an idea, storyboard, plan, shoot”. Ok, yeah that’s how it works…..

[@Charlie-yv3ib]

i had a similar critique, i wouldnt necessarily call this a tutorial because of that- it certainly could've worked as a behind the scenes video, but as a guide or how to, not so much

[@megantanart]

Thanks for the critique ! i think I wanan do another more in depth video as well cuz as you said it’s not very much with techniques. But I make my videos mostly for people who don’t even know where to start to film a short film so that’s why I chose to go to the very very basics. But yeah thanks so much anyways, always good to know ❤️

[@Jennm4]

@@megantanart true, there are people who still need the super basics! Will look forward to your future video then!

[@megantanart]

@@Jennm4 hahah Yeap! Thanks so much tho ! Totally get where you’re coming from, let me know if u got any questions

[@Jennm4]

@@megantanart thanks for your hard work!

[@jessealexander8135]

Great framing. Tight editing. Excellent message and vibe. Terrific use of colour. Great choices as usual!

[@megantanart]

Thank you so so much! love this short and crispy feedback

[@bandugaikwad7577]

I am teenager and l do think about document my life as teenager often but don't know how to 😅 .Thanks to Megan Tan❤❤

[@megantanart]

You can do it!

[@gabbbyle]

the framing at 1:23 ahhhh soo good

[@megantanart]

THANK YOU 😭😭😭😭

[@Charlie-yv3ib]

a little bit of a constructive criticism here: i think if you're going to do a video on shooting a short film alone, you need an actual short film you shot alone as the example. You were not even slightly alone in this process, you had someone help with the scripts, the shots, the voice acting, etc, pretty much the entire process. I don't think this is the best example to use to show aspiring filmmakers that you can shoot a short film alone, I'm sorry :( I have no doubt that you can, but this was not the example to use.

[@megantanart]

Hey Charlie, i totally understand, thanks for pointing out to me, you're right to a certain extent. If you do want to take a look at some of the short films I've shot by myself they are all on my youtube, all of my short films except for this one was shot by me but I'vr made content about those before and wanted to bring something new to the table, therefore using my latest short film. Neverthelss, you're right. Thanks so. much for the heads up, I'll definitely take this into account next time.(Btw most of the shots in this video were shot by me, only some like the handheld ones were by Lewis)

[@Klimseven]

Wow, this is a pretty long ad.

[@pearlywong]

You inspired me Megan! I love your passion and dedication in film making^^I also love your work and all the tutorials videos, it's so helpful! Keep going! 妳超棒的！繼續加油！然後謝謝妳☺

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much pearly !!!!

[@devanandascorner8609]

What if I use an i-phone instead of a camera? Will it be good to take shots?

[@megantanart]

Definitely! you can do so much with an iPhone

[@soo_chef]

This convinced me to get a good tripod, definitely need one to film properly alone. Thank you for sharing this!! 💕

[@megantanart]

Glad it was helpful! :) I carry a super cheap tripod with me around becasue it’s light so the one I’m using in this video was literally like 20-30 bucks on Amazon

[@Omi_in_frames]

I want to sart making cinematic short films and vlogs but nothing in mu house looks cinematic or aesthetic 😢

[@megantanart]

You can definitely try going to a nice park or something that always works ! .

[@vrunchytoe]

Trusting you 100% more because you watched fallout

[@megantanart]

HAHAHHA I love fallout

[@Web_rings]

"Includes paid promotion " So sad 👁️👃👁️

[@subhranild7460]

3:27 How do I even shoot like this?! 😭 Everytiime I shoot with my camera, it's either underexposed or overexposed. I really want to preserve the details in the whole video. My camera's auto exposure just messes it all up! Please help me and my camera is a Sony A6000. I'm into filmmaking as well and would be really grateful if you reply. Your videos are one of a kind and truly inspirational!

[@megantanart]

Hey hey :) you can definitely set your exposure to manual so it’ll be much better! When I shoot at 25fps I shoot with 50/1

[@αιη-τ5φ]

Opinion from a junior student thinking her path in life : Im always stress when people ask me what i want to be in life? And coming from a family full of IVY LEAGUE the pressure is stressful and i replied ill work in the film industry because i like it and idk i resonate with films. Many have told me to drop the ivy league dream if im doing movies and like the media industry as well IVY Leaugue is mostly about academics but i also came across debates that you dont need to go to film school. Well film school is just for connection i heard. Well nonetheless im still conflicted if i should go or pursue more opt career but nonetheless im still trying to make short film alone. Thanks this inspired me alot

[@hwariveee]

My dream is to be a filmmaker too,hope you can keep doing what you want to do in your life. Best of luck!!!!

[@angelicaquinn5871]

What filter did you use to give it that washed dreamy look?

[@megantanart]

Not really any filter but there are filters like halation and glow that help give it that look in Davinci resolve :)

[@palomino9860]

Good job! Thank you for the inspiration.

[@megantanart]

Thanks for watching!!!

[@SuzyTurner]

I LOVE that you were inspired by Fallout....I absolutely adored that show and wish the next season was here already lol!

[@megantanart]

Same man😭😭😭😭 I am so waiting on the next season frrr

[@Colin.Ngai.]

i came back to your channel because my dad told me to make a advertisement for him and i was thinking of making it a film like ad about his construction company any ideas?

[@megantanart]

What kind of construction does he do

[@Lifewithwafa0]

Iwant to start making cinematic vlogs 😭

[@megantanart]

DO IT !!!

[@zeyy800]

the video being exactly 11:11 has all my heart

[@megantanart]

HAHAAH

[@Siya_3456]

You always keep inspiring me and many people to start filming and you videos are so relaxing I love your videos 😍📸❤

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much!!🥹🥹🥹🫶🏼 im so glad I can inspire filmmakers to pursue your dreams ! It’s not easy but it’s worth it

[@ZahidAli-rm6hx]

Can u tell me the app u edited cuz i need to make a short film after seeing this

[@megantanart]

I used Davinci resolve :) it’s free

[@dhriiitiii]

I’m gonna apply all the learnings and inspiration in my cinematics now! Thank you, keep sharing xoxo

[@megantanart]

Awesome! Thank you!!!

[@thecolorchroma]

started watching ur channel yesterday thank u for the inspiration, I’ve always been weary about shooting music videos myself but these vids have inspired me, thank youuu!

[@megantanart]

So so glad !! What kind music do you wanna get into?

[@KadirKha]

1:36 Please tell me what is the keyword for this style of background music, I am also looking for this type of background music for vlogging

[@megantanart]

I think it’s quirky, light hearted

[@KadirKha]

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[@travelwithme.roland]

love your vid! I'm inspired!

[@megantanart]

I'm so glad!

[@SohaanaShakeel]

Such a great Tutorial Meg!! Now I'm gonna go shoot my short film haha

[@megantanart]

Ahahah thank you !!!! Yayyuu hi

[@developingtank]

This video offers additional inspiration by showing that practice makes perfect. I've followed your work for a long time, you keep making cool videos, and they keep getting better. I'm looking forward to seeing how your skills continue to progress even further, because they're already very legit. Also, I teach high school digital media classes in Thailand, so it's cool to have someone my female students can relate to since I don't have many references for younger asian female filmmakers to show them.

[@megantanart]

Hi!!! Awww this made my day omg !! I come from south east asia as well and know that it is still not very much talked about in that area of the world, but you dont know how touching this is to know that you use my work to inspire the younger girls to make films. Really touches my heart :') Thank you for this comment as well as the compliments to my work.

[@aka_sharif]

Great work ✨

[@Soso-f7k2x]

Watching this vid while being in a film major.... Tbh i just want my creatuve element back and being able to make projects for kyself first tgat arnt graded

[@raFalfaaaa]

I gotta admit I'm here for tbs but know I'm trying to understand the short films meaning and the story, I feel like some context is missing here and im trying to understand the meaning here. Can someone explain?

[@megantanart]

Hey :) what do you need help with regarding the context ?

[@rianarama8927]

What's the font you are using for the subtitles if I may ask? Great video btw

[@megantanart]

I need to take a look back I can’t remember 🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹 thank you sm!

[@rianarama8927]

@@megantanart okay, it looks so good with your cinematic style

[@kdj7904]

You will have to think a lot and make a lot of movements and controls yourself, but it is amazing. I think it came out well because I already had a great result in my head.

[@megantanart]

Thank you very much!

[@krishtaneja7760]

I love editing, cinematography, acting, have loved all these things since quite a while so I was also give it a shot

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Okayyy Megan Tan's masterclass!! Your video looks simple, but is very cool in a way. Keep up the great work!!!

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much!!❤️❤️❤️😭😭

[@shadow_the_wanderer]

did you play any of the fallout games? I love fallout and I just want to know if you have and if you have enjoyed any of them

[@rrokiee]

What camera can you suggest for a student beginner???

[@cek-p6y]

Brilliant! The way you use colours are great! and drags us into your world

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much 😀🔥🔥

[@2lenaknowsu]

just curious how do you film these motional shots yourself

[@2lenaknowsu]

rly like your vids btw

[@megantanart]

I got Lewis to help me !

[@megantanart]

Thank you so so much 😊😊🫰🏻🫰🏻

[@AnimewNicky]

Hlo Im from india I feeling like music premium little much high price so any similar free apps or software for music

[@10kfilm.pradiptaiok]

As soon as you say fall out, i know this channel is legit 👍🏽

[@megantanart]

HAHAHHAHA

[@shadow_the_wanderer]

I don't have any friends, and I have an assingment due in a few so thanks

[@mouradguedouah8632]

How can i get that vintage realistic effect to my videos ? Like the one in ur video

[@cleverchaleigh]

Right now I am creating a web-series and I'm going to be playing each and every character! LOL! So, I feel your pain. But, if Eddie Murphy can do it, so can I!!

[@megantanart]

hahahah i love eddie murphy and love your outlook on this !

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Keep sharing i am here from your Instragram account

[@megantanart]

Thanks for coming

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You’re literally so gorgeous 😭 also tysm for this 🫶🏻

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much!!

[@______........]

3:09 Toom 😂

[@tendookie]

how do you get that vintage coloring effect 😭

[@MauiPawui-uf9ib]

Are there any cameras or lenses you recommend for your type of filmmaking? (it doesn't have to be cheap) Btw love your video❤

[@megantanart]

hey! All the equipment I use is in this link, I'm sure you'll find soemthing for your own use and style as well! www.amazon.com/shop/megantan/list/2I94SFFUH53DK?ref_=aipsflist_aipsfmegantan

[@jules-yt9zx]

i have to make a shortfilm for a college application and im a bit short on time. Everything is done, mostly the plot outline story, but i can't write a script for the life of mine :( i need help

[@megantanart]

how could i help?

[@droneslicer2610]

Megan you are wholesome, storytelling well portrayed and if you can please smuggle in your creative lut , please

[@megantanart]

Thank you so so much !! I sadly don’t use Luts so I can’t share any 🥹🥹

[@benonscreen]

OMG im so obssed with ur channel!!!!!can i ask, how do you rec your audio? it looks so cinemetic! lots of loveee

[@megantanart]

Thank you !!! i Record it with a LAV mic :) I got mine from Hollyland and have been loving it

[@benonscreen]

@@megantanart tyyy

[@bennyboo951]

Always love your videos and definitely learned a lot from them as I continue my own journey in cinematography. PS. If you need an actor in your future projects, I'm super down to help out! - Your fellow Malaysian :)

[@megantanart]

Awesome, thank you!! Hello fellow Malaysian :)

[@Respect2theFallen]

Step 1 acquire friends 🤣😂🤣🤣 no but seriously I've written a few shorts this year, wrote a feature I need to rewrite(started last year finished 1st draft February-ish), recently decided let me just join Fb groups. Once I went on a few sets i said man I need a group willing to let me produce my vision...reliable friends with equipment. Thats what the people whos set I visited had. None of my acquaintances are that into film or available to help out most of the time 🙃

[@megantanart]

Hahaha it’s true tho if they’re not passionate about film most of the time they’d lose interest but that’s normal and that’s okay !!

[@naingthura02]

motii

[@megantanart]

🥹🥹❤️

[@dechangeman]

So beautifully filmed and lit again :)

[@megantanart]

thank u joseph :)) really appreciate it

[@asuna3385]

startet crying at 3:10, the lines just kinda hit hard. Also I love the aesthetic of the film and the tutorial is really good! I´ll definitely try it out some time.

[@megantanart]

Thank you so much 🥹 didn’t mean to make anyone cry

[@HayaNimri]

am I able to use the music from music app for free without getting copyrighted??

[@megantanart]

it's not free unless you use the 14 day trial below but other than that yea you can use the music without a copy right strike!

[@jollylucario2051]

Wake up new Megan Tan video dropped 🗣

[@megantanart]

Awww HAHAA

[@yeadude_1]

Nice!

[@megantanart]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@AnabelQuintanilla]

I know this is random but I NEED HELP WITH ALL THE COLOR THEORY!! Im very new to davinci and I wanted to use it to make my personal videos nostalgic can ANYONE give me all the possible tips they have to making my dreams come true🥹✊? anything would help (Im a broke teen so, please make these tips....cash-free? ToT

[@elazzabimad9331]

Hello i hope you're doing great I'm from Morocco and i love your videos, please the name of your camera.

[@megantanart]

Thank you !!! I use the Sony a7iii

[@failedfilmmaker]

Insane job. Really well done. Your lighting and camera work for just a behind-the-scenes video is crazy good.

[@megantanart]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks a ton!!

[@GtagRRMovies]

Right before the video started playing I got an add for film school lol

[@megantanart]

HAHAH

[@Avehopesheyyy]

Can you make a video on editing the short films and what you use to do it. Please

[@megantanart]

Okie !

[@FilipeOReis]

This was a very useful video for me, thanks for the tips, I really liked it... Hugs from Brazil! 🇧🇷

[@megantanart]

Glad it was helpful! Hugs back!!

[@seti1048]

Do you think it works to use cellphone to make a short movie?

[@megantanart]

yes for sure, I've done it before

[@hypherak47]

Much Needed!

[@megantanart]

😭😭❤️❤️

[@lucky4haniel]

Excellent 👏 👏 I learned a lot from this video ❤

[@megantanart]

I'm so glad!

[@brianan5837]

nice fundamental elements, very informative video. thank you :)

[@megantanart]

So nice of you, thanks !!

[@AnaisHoine-lecocq]

How did you deal with the sound (voice, outside noises … ) ?

[@megantanart]

I used a wireless microphone :)

[@thoughtsbyheavens]

Do you make storyboard for every scene?

[@megantanart]

Most of the time yes :)

[@sweatandstyle]

I love your work and i love to act and work with you,, as an actor❤❤

[@megantanart]

thank you! Where are you based?

[@sweatandstyle]

Basically i am from Pakistan but for the last 3 years we are living in Turkey.

[@Lowbatgian]

Thank you so much for this vid. I can finally start my first film project after my exams❤.

[@megantanart]

Good luck!! U can do it !!!!

[@Lowkeyshady]

Ich bin verwirrt und weiß nicht mehr was ich nehmen soll...Musicbed ? Epidemic Sound? oder wo anders ?

[@megantanart]

Was suchst du denn? Ich finde Musicbed super

[@ummsomeone7382]

this video feels like a wes anderson movie🥹🙏🏻

[@megantanart]

Hahha thank you 😭😭☺️☺️

[@dharmathenature3509]

Schade dass der Untertitel, den du mühevoll eingefügt hast, auf dem Fernseher überhaupt nicht zu lesen isr ☹️ Aber sonst mag ich deine Videos sehr. Wünschte ich hätte die Motivation meine "Filmchen" endlich mal anzufertigen 😭😩💚

[@megantanart]

Oh was ? Kann man sie nicht lesen ? 😭😭 ich dachte schon neiiiinnnnn!! Danke sehr 🥹🥹🥹🥹 ich wünschte ich hätte auch mehr Motivation ahhaha

[@Tonyfilms]

I love your style! Thank you for this. I'm a inspiring filmmaker, trying to start my journey. Thank you again for this.

[@Lxmi18]

I love your video. I even did a short film of my own.

[@megantanart]

That's awesome!!!

[@Travel_and_backstage]

Hello there, thank you again and I hope to see your short film in this video

[@megantanart]

It’s linked in the description and in the vidoe !!

[@zah2067]

Megan, I love you!! Thank you so much for this vid. From a corporate slave woman whose real dream is to make films. Haha

[@megantanart]

Thank you !!! ❤️❤️😊😊

[@megantanart]

Ilyyyy

[@dorreeva6435]

i definitely want to make a film but honestly i don't have the equipment

[@megantanart]

what do you have? Maybe I could give you some tips!

[@dorreeva6435]

@@megantanart ah!! sorry for the late reply, i have a phone 💀 crappy quality i’m not so sure if it’s suitable for recording

[@franchangehabits]

please i need help , since years I have been trying to buy a nice camera to Record myself , but i never seem to find it .

[@megantanart]

I have a list if you’re interested in taking a look!

[@franchangehabits]

@@megantanart thank you so much! , well I was thinking in Sony A7III Or Fujifilm XT4. or sometimes I am thinking about something more compact , but I dont really now much about compact cameras . so I constasntly searching for more but I get stuck

[@EmilyDean-l7k]

What camera do you use to film??

[@megantanart]

sony a7iii!

[@ArenaNerd]

That was amazing

[@megantanart]

TQ

[@YongCyrus]

Megan i love this video, also 11:11!!

[@megantanart]

AWWW THANK U!!! I like that too hahha just had to throw that in at the end