No-Budget Film Noir Lighting Tutorial by Tom Antos

[@etothemajor]

One of my favorite things about Tom's tutorials is that he mentions all the little things that other tutorials about cinematography overlook but are really essential. You can see a 3 point lighting tutorial anywhere but Tom focuses on everything that's in the frame and that's so important (i.e. wardrobe, props, framing, etc.). It has helped me to think about the bigger picture.Thanks, Tom!

[@TomAntos]

E Major Thank you for watching and for this nice comment!

[@DjPresto32]

Tom Antos I agree, my page I mainly use for Comedy skits; however I'm getting more into the film/production so I enjoy Toms vids! New Sub!

[@pikachu5358]

This video proves that you don't need expensive equipment to make expensive looking videos. Very well done man. You boosted my confidence as a beginner filmmaker.

[@PaulNaz12]

Very Sin City ish, Karoline looks like she could have been cast in that film. Good stuff Tom.

[@TomAntos]

PaulNaz LOL Haven't thought of that but you are right Paul, it is like Sin City

[@Nahua808]

This is one of the best tutorials for a shot. Breaking it down to all the components of lighting and then grading. Great step by step instruction, as well as trying different grading techniques too. Big thanks Tom!!!

[@TomAntos]

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[@paulc3037]

About to shoot a sci-fi noir myself so this was very useful! Thanks so much! :)

[@siddhesh_s2779]

Would like to see it.

[@CrazyKosai]

Tom gets all the right ladies

[@SS8styles]

as a low budget hobbyist, I really appreciate the attention to detail that you mention and the consistent review of fundamentals, really helps Tom, thanks!

[@TomAntos]

SoSickWidit It's all in the details!

[@Rosomyat]

your videos are #1 in explaining making videos, films, vfx... I'm following you since long time and every time you come up with new great stuff. thanks

[@jerryrichards8172]

I'm knew to your channel and I'm loveing it. I hope there's more set setups or will be. I have ideas but starting with the basics to diy. Thanks for sharing!

[@dietcoke9536]

Tom, how refreshing to see your humble start, I really appreciate your grind! Wishing you the best of luck, health and success :)

[@BzCoTV]

really appreciate and enjoy these videos. I like how you show how to pull of great results on a budget

[@IconicCypher]

Thanks Tom! I love your videos and your practical explanations! It's hard to find any good videos that aren't just talking heads, boring me with their opinions on filmmaking. But you deliver and do a great job keeping DIY filmmakers in mind! Man I wish I could just hang around or help you make a film somehow, your DIY creativity is a huge inspiration! I'm your guy if you're ever in the Philly area and need a hand! Keep up the great work, thanks again for all the help you've already given me!

[@TomAntos]

+Iconic Cypher Happy you like this... I might be shooting a short film in Philly, contact me through my website with your contact info if you can. Thanks!

[@RobinMcCain]

Look on eBay for used professional lighting gear. Prices are usually between 10% and 50% of new depending on brand. Search for "Lowel light", "mole richardson", "arri light". Also look for Chinese copies of pro gear using "fresnel light". Category: Cameras & Photo/Lighting & Studio/Continuous Lighting/Lighting units

[@franciscoortega2829]

I loved this tutorial. Im a photog but of course I can use this lighting. I didn't use tape for blinds but made a cutout from cardboard. It was a pain, I didn't think of using constant light - I used a flash and it took about 20 tries to get the shadows the way I wanted. Worked but in the future ill use tape for sure. Im not into video because im scared of the editing part - but my son loves video and composing music for movies and photoslides so I will show him this video for sure. Thanks for sharing.

[@jalexb915]

Thank you Tom; your tutorials are awesome and have greatly helped my filmmaking techniques.

[@chosenfewfilmsllc]

I learn a lot from your tutorials, keep it up thanks!!!!

[@BIGAACE]

Tom you are invaluable, seriously!

[@mscadenn]

Your videos are really well done and full of info! Thanks for share!

[@KAGARAKIS]

Very cool as always!well done tommy!

[@derekk2708]

That was a very helpful video.. glad I found your channel. ; )

[@CalrissianSteele]

I recently purchased a Foam Display Board at Office Depot (for $15) and then sliced it with an Exacto knife and it also worked well to create shadows.

[@karabojames4476]

thank you tom you are such a great teacher

[@TheGeoDaddy]

I love the focus on the RESULT rather than the “gear” that gets you there...

[@CANNOTDIEFILMS]

Absolutely wonderful tutorial! Thank you

[@PandoraASMR]

This is absolutely amazing thank you so much!

[@PeachesChrenko]

Beautiful ...Great video thanks:)

[@aaronmassey9019]

YOU'RE FANTASTIC MAN!!

[@videocasetteTV]

Hi Tom , very wonderful tutorial, kindly may you create a training series for noir lighting with blocking , because all tutorials on the internet, show it as still photography, I hope it become a paid training series

[@DarnellLogan]

hi are you Tom I was wondering how bright are the lights your using and how many feet do they stand away from your subject before light begin to fall in shadows of under exposure? please help me I'm trying to figure out cinematography and exposure

[@MesHsaMEA]

your actress is the right choice for this very experiment. She has that classic look.

[@JackWareingFilms]

This lighting video is very cool.. I also watched the Tom Antos rain machine tutorial. Super helpful, and informative for low budget filmmakers like myself.

[@uppon2]

Nice tutorial, mate. This is extremely helpful. Are you still using the same GH4 camera settings as you were some time ago Contrast -5 Sharpness -2 NR 0 Saturation -2 Hue 0 Highlights/Shadows 0/0 Master Pedestal +15 If you have changed your settings could you please share them :)

[@tmfilmproductionshd7470]

Hi Tom, thanks for sharing. I think I found this through No-Film-School. I'm very impressed by your composition, 14:56 specifically. Love the shot, looks very clean. Feels really strong on this shot, don't really know why. Your lighting tips might help me in the future... when I'll actually own lights.

[@TomAntos]

TM Film Productions HD Thanks! Glad you like this tutorial.

[@skash4u]

Thank you for the tutorial. Though I agree with your point on using at least hardware lights when starting out, I am concerned if they will have any sort of influence on the color. Having used those, if you could comment on this, it would be great. Thanks once again.

[@tonystrittmatter2330]

Awesome!

[@K375DesignTeam]

can you tell little about the camera setup gears, shoulder thing and monitor. this is some i look for. the ideas and creativity you brought in with lighting is great. well i dont use primere but will look if i can achive this with my tools. and tell her she looks perfect:)

[@snargk]

great tips, thanks

[@MsRoshniAli]

Well informed detailed video. Thank you. 😌

[@boltcreativestudios]

Hey Tom- whats a good link to buy the real cinema spot lights with the barn doors? thx!

[@anniegurung3371]

nice work

[@rombob6318]

Do you add some motion blur in post-production? I noticed that in panaconic this washing is not so nice.

[@DarnellLogan]

hi are you Tom I was wondering how bright are the lights your using please help me I'm trying to figure out cinematography and exposure

[@petrisalo6915]

thank you, very helpfull

[@NoBudgetShow]

Great video - inspired us to do our own noir lighting tutorial on our channel as well!

[@CommiePinko101]

Thanks Tom!

[@dippyhude]

Hi Tom! Im wondering what type of motorized follow focus you were using on this. I really like your gimbal, monitor, motorized focus set up..

[@nickgrant1701]

Excellent Tutorial!! Did I spot that you were using one handle on your rig? I had thought about this as an option but didn't think it to be very efficient. Thanks

[@jm2933]

Thank you

[@BryanGarces]

Thanks Tom for the Awesome Tut, I was going to ask, im pretty new at the Noir stuff how would you achieve this look outside?

[@omobolajiopakunbi5707]

Great tutorial Tom. I always get to learn good stuff on your channel. I have a question. How do you measure the camera's LCD screen so you can frame for adding the black HD bars. Thanks.

[@ConsensusX]

+Omobolaji Opakunbi You can do it the easy way by taping 2 pieces of paper on your monitor/LCD display to the approximate aspect ratio. You can also just eyeball where you think it's going to be and just keep everything as centered as possible.

[@omobolajiopakunbi5707]

Gedeon kele thank you very much.

[@agustiny2k]

Amazing tutorial Tom! Sorry to ask again wich lenses were you using?

[@TomAntos]

Agustín Blasco Rokinon 24mm

[@InvisibleBABA]

Hey nice man, u r the one , my best friend

[@DarnellLogan]

hi are you Tom I was wondering how bright are the lights your using please help

[@lunaartemis5511]

Omg I wish I watched this this morning! 😭 I had a light but couldn't figure how to do the spot light without burning the house down... Foil...

[@lunaartemis5511]

One more shoot to do so I'll try this tomorrow as it's a different screen so atlest I get the blind effect in. Thankyou!

[@MisterWealth]

Nice job bro!

[@dreamresolutionfilms]

Thank you for another Great tutorial can u pz tell the brand of the pro light thanks

[@diazfilms]

great tutorial! Thanks man! I just subscribed :-)

[@FAIYA]

You're the man

[@srikanakadurgaartscreation3724]

Super

[@sabymondal]

Nice

[@endtimeminister77]

Simply the best .... :-) But mention text at below. To better understanding.... Or. Provide those videos In another languages.. Lake ....HINDI,TELUGU,TAMIL,KANADA... I thing It ll use full to all over the world... Its make ur rating increase... :-)

[@NiloJrFrias]

hi tom. what editing application do you suggest? I got apple laptop.

[@TomAntos]

Nilo Jr. Frias Adobe Premiere CC

[@NiloJrFrias]

Thank you Tom 😉 learned a lot from you

[@Pierluca72]

Very nice. I would have flagged the edges of the window though

[@GustavoArceMusic]

what is beter . led white light o regurar lights?

[@DjsVideoProductions]

Hey Tom, is there a link on your Web page for that C-stand. Nice tutorial..

[@TomAntos]

DjsProductions I bought it from came-tv.com

[@DjsVideoProductions]

Tom Antos Thanks..

[@StephenNg95]

can that effect at 13.55 be done in Final Cut Pro X ?

[@goldenmindstv333]

great video!!! do you use luts?

[@PavanKumarPAVANNSTUDIOS]

nice

[@BIGBANNANNANA]

Dude your fucking awesome! Really helpful

[@mobarrett2125]

You're awesome.

[@shakirfilmproduction539]

wich camera were you using for this shooting ?

[@jsfotografie]

nice :-) whats that finger focus system looks nice :-)

[@TomAntos]

janosch simon That's called the silencer pro from www.24shots.com/silencer-pro/

[@jsfotografie]

nice thx :-)

[@TheLivingDeadOne]

Tom you are an artist. You called what you were doing Color Correction, but wasn't that color grading?

[@TomAntos]

TheLivingDeadOne Color Grading is Color Correction and vice versa... just another name

[@TheLivingDeadOne]

Tom Antos Hi Tom, They are not the same, What you do in this video is color grading. Altering the look and feel of the scene by changing the mood through color.. Color correction, is correcting color imbalances or brightness and contrast. Sorry. You are still the master in my book.

[@matman000000]

Don't use widescreen bars, most films noirs are 4:3.

[@GodsPlainTruthTV]

Saran Black Wrap - silver edition lol

[@opmrobwhite8944]

what kind of camera is that?

[@ConsensusX]

+OPM Rob White I believe it's the Panasonic GH4.

[@willmckay3411]

haha "no budget". Opens holding a huge camera from 2034.

[@djkmediaexperimentalfilms6147]

It's an SLR linked to an Atomos Ninja Blade system for monitoring. Not exactly cheap. Think around $3,000 unless the SLR and the Atomos system are second hand.

[@TomAntos]

If you spend more time on looking at what I am using here then writing this comment then you'd know how much my camera really cost. Just cuz it's big doesn't mean its expensive.

[@willmckay3411]

I was merely making a light-hearted observation of the ironic opening image to a video about "no budget" techniques. I did watch it. It was useful. The "no budget" title is misleading though. That camera IS expensive. Even the cheaper one you whip out is expensive.

[@ethaneade4937]

Will McKay most low budget movie are still quite expensive, they can be anywhere from $500 to $5,000

[@laurenrebec624]

Its called taking the techniques here that are shown and using what you have to recreate it. Not calculating how much his equipment costed. To him, this is "no budget" because this is equipment he already has. You do the same with the equipment you already have. If you want to make it technical nothing is ever no budget because the computer you use to the software you have cause money. lol

[@TheGeoDaddy]

Unmentioned Tip - make sure the Talent has access to the iPhone! These setups and think thrus chew up a LOT of time and where you easily substitute a Mannequin... time is money!

[@diegoprods7971]

hey could you lend me some money for the tape? XD cool video keep it up

[@Escargot]

Hard lights with lots of gobos and more 4:3 aspect ratio.

[@chuckmac3994]

"Colour Correction", it's Film Noir my friend!

[@divinoe4540]

damn, so pretty. fuck

[@spetsovich]

No need to put a stocking on Caroline, she has a perfect face! Until she turns into a pumpkin, lol.

[@TheGeoDaddy]

50s? 60s? At the risk of admitting my age, 30s thru 40s! By the 50s 60s the movie audience was as committed to color as the prior generations dropped Silent for Talkies!

[@inkusaido]

i bet you can fry an egg in that tin foil

[@DarnellLogan]

hi are you Tom I was wondering how bright are the lights your using and how many feet do they stand away from your subject before light begin to fall in shadows of under exposure? please help me I'm trying to figure out cinematography and exposure

[@DarnellLogan]

hi are you Tom I was wondering how bright are the lights your using please help

[@TomAntos]

+Darnell Logan 500wtt for the hardware lights and 100 watts for the RedHeads.