The SECRET to making LOW BUDGET films look EXPENSIVE

[@vuhlandes]

Don’t forget to like and comment on the video. It truly helps and is truly appreciated beyond words I can express

[@Worldfactnewslife]

Hello Vul, I believe you deleted my previous comment, Once again I sent you a lot a lot of message about the klean lut for my fx30 but I keep getting false color, I sent mail to the email you provide for a lady couple of month back but no reply, I just want explaination how to use your luts. Im a fans of your work not a hater Chief.

[@grantgreyguda]

👍 👍

[@bd048]

I'm an old, retired photographer. I also had a separate career doing commercial video. I'm 70 now and I have embraced the digital media for more than 20 years. All of your advice is really great, especially the part about location scouting. Color grading is something I usually do with stills, so I love what you are doing even when just doing the shots of yourself talking. As an old man I want to encourage you to keep at this. Also the courtesy thing when shooting is always the best path. Respect really makes friends better than anything in this world.

[@paigeofstylez]

What was your first full frame camera and why, now thinking back 🤔

[@dandelgado11]

You're not old! love, D.

[@ronmedia5152]

Thank you very much

[@SvgeRose]

I hate location scouting. lol I don’t have a vehicle. But I have so many places in my town in mind.

[@jas_bataille]

Locating and light are everything. To give an idea, I work at a local coffee shop and they had to make a set happen there for a TV show. They weren't changing any of the decor in there. It was a simple dialogue scene by the front window. Almost all close-up and there weren't really any extras. Just that, the whole place was filled with gear top to bottom, pelican cases everywhere. The whole crew was about 20 people, and they had to get the fridges turned off during shooting because the buzz would get into the microphones - now personally I would've went with lavaliers but they wanted that and after all, they paid for it. People have no idea of the sheer amount of work that goes into producing a simple dialogue scene...!

[@ludwigvonn9889]

Yes omg! I was an extra in some shows, and its absolutely insane how many people work on the set and how everything needs to be coordinated and super synced. One single scene, that lasts about 15 seconds in the show/movie can sometimes take hours to get done, its mind blowing...so its always like a little new years eve celebration when a scene gets done in the first take :D

[@overlyobservant]

This and honestly most of your videos are truly essential for any filmmaker or photographer. Always taking notes!

[@Sam610]

This is why I love this channel. He's upfront and gets to the point.

[@DREDLESSONE]

Hey bro we're missing you on KZbin and Spotify. My wife and I love the way you put all your lessons in a very down to earth manner. Keep it going bro we need you out here.

[@ryanloftus2968]

One thing I love ab your videos is that just through the way you deliver tips and information and the examples you use, it's like sneaky motivaitonal as well. Idk if this is on purpose but you do a great job of speaking in a way that's super inspiring without using all the typical self-help speaker type junk.

[@JAClare]

The information in this is key, but the glasses steal the show

[@colinthomas2525]

This guy is one of the best on this platform. Round of applause for continuously creating engaging videos. I’m just started my creative journey today with a bmpcc og rigged out and I’m having fun but man there is lots to learn. Thanks for being such a great teacher and keep bringing the 🔥.

[@ME-gs6yn]

Bros the plug for the best free content on this entire site. I swear I’ve learned more from your videos than I have from years of formal education. God speed bro

[@woocandwes6955]

Honestly you’ve become my favorite KZbinr, your style and asthetic really inspires me, keep it up

[@Ben-rz9cf]

A few things more: Lighting - throw some cheap LEDs inside of china balls, or muslin cloth as a diffuser is cheap as hell or even a shower curtain. Vintage Glass - some vintage lenses can be had for under 100$ that genuinely have identical cine lens counterparts in circulation today. See the comprehensive FD lens guide from cinema division for more info Grading - Getting good at grading can make the difference between that hollywood look and the student film look. The Movie LUTs YT channel has a breakdown on why short film whiplash looks so different from the feature film version and a lot of it is down to a more confident grade.

[@DJPixelList]

Good solid no bullshit advice here. Everything you say is true, especially the last bit about knowing your camera. So many KZbin videos with people using different cameras each time, same with multitudes of different film. I spent years with HP5/HP5 and Agfa Pan 25, and my Mamiya RB67 Pro S. I'd like to say that I learned my camera/film back to front, including the film development. But, nope..I always learned something new most times I used my little combinations. Today it is a digital Hasselblad..same process, learn something new each time, but I stick with the same camera. Great to have found your channel..you are an inspiration to an old farty photographer who has never lost the zest for photography, who sees something new each time I go out with my camera. Best wishes, David in the UK.

[@d.korelin]

You are my favorite KZbin filmmaker. What you do with natural light is unbelivable.

[@LankyBoyFilms]

The reason I got into film photography and more into becoming a filmmaker! We appreciate you bro!!

[@andytrace]

Some of this advice is so basic but also so easily overlooked! Thanks for sharing. Funny though, in the UK you'd never get away with using natural lighting 🤣 your style so heavily relies on that lovely natural light you live in, you make the most of it though 🙏

[@grahampalmerfilms]

I just wanted to say that your shots are amazing, as well as your way of explaining your methods. A big inspiration for me when making my own. Neva change!

[@murakamifilms]

Your editing and photography is simply stunning. I've been following for a while and love your vibe. Keep it up, man!

[@Keeuha]

I always feel inspired after watching a video, thank you for sharing!

[@WesleyVerhoevePhotography]

This was my favorite video of yours, easily. Great tips brother.

[@K3zz21]

That car door shot was crazyyyy. Your compositions are inspiring man.

[@ronmedia5152]

Thanks my brother I'm learning everyday. Much appreciated from South Africa

[@musketto]

Watching this coming into my end of year film school project and this has inspired me

[@natachajay]

Would really love to see a video from you about how you plan and write for your videos/shorts!

[@kbiv3000]

I really love your color grading. It looks so great!

[@THE.UNWRITTEN]

THIS IS SO BENEFICIAL, I STARTED CREATING VIDEOS FEW MONTHS AGO, I TRIED LOOKING FOR RESOURCES TO HELP WITH MY STARTUP BUT IT FELT LIKE EVERYBODY WAS TRYING TO SELL AN AFFILIATE ITEM TO ME, I AM HAPPY I DIDN'T FOLD, I HAVE SUCCESSFULLY CREATED MY FIRST KZbin VIDEO.

[@SMOKEYS_LIT]

These videos truly are amazing and inspiring. I’ve been working on a project of mine for a while and I haven’t felt this much progress be done in a while. Ever since I discovered your videos I have been inspired to work as hard as I can. Thank you for all this, I wish you the best in life my brotha✌️peace

[@rapwarssa]

Useful Tips and on point

[@flowprincenaldo]

Hello Brother, Thank you for the knowledge you giving to us. It has really stepped up my game in film making. Your Editing is great! I have noticed color grading is soft and also have a glowing look and It’s so cool. I would be glad if you can walk us through your color grading process on your next episodes. Thank You

[@tltegoluv]

Bruh while watching your short film no choice I have to say the funnest part was when he opened the pizza box as well as the pizza cover being left in the car really good work I will follow your teachings👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@Childrenoflightprod_]

I like how mention about intentionally I feel like it correlate with picking locations to filming and being creative there should be effort put into film you make, big thanks Vuhlandes

[@randyrizzo_]

I swear nothing better than a Vublandes video on a Sunday morning. Great insight on this one 😭🙏

[@nore84]

You never miss man ⭐, vuhlandes and gawx were the super inspirations that got me into shooting my videos.

[@Daemon1995_]

would be nice to get a video on how to get started into filmmaking or something like which camera to buy first or some

[@StunninPromo]

I'm new to photography and short films but I love it. You are teaching me stuff, really. Don't stop.

[@realeljano]

what's your camera?

[@StunninPromo]

@@realeljano I'm using a phone camera for now....🫣

[@dameanvil]

- 00:34 🎥 Overview: The creator discusses tips and tricks for achieving expensive-looking low-budget films. - 02:42 🌆 Location Scouting: Scouting unique locations adds production value and interest to films. - 05:30 📜 Storyline: A strong storyline can compensate for technical limitations and engage viewers. - 07:21 🎯 Intention: Full commitment to the filmmaking process enhances viewer immersion and connection. - 08:28 💡 Lighting: Good lighting is essential for quality visuals; natural light can be sufficient. - 10:25 🎨 Be Creative: Creativity sets films apart and enhances production value. - 11:39 📹 Bonus Tip - Learn Your Camera: Mastering your equipment ensures optimal results regardless of its cost or specs.

[@ChrisLeRose]

Thanks for informing us that the storyline in "I Care A Lot" is "so bad". It was recommended to me recently and I was on the fence about it but now I'll save myself the time.

[@howwhy4372]

best vibe for the sunday. and learned a lot as usual

[@directorhoff]

Love from LA Vuhlandes

[@natalie7051]

Vuh you’re such an inspiration to me oh my god you make such beautiful art in photo and video form. oh my GOD

[@kennydree6007]

Can you please share with us your process in video editing I would love to get more insight on how you adjust color and lighting. Much love 🙏🏾 I love your videos, thank you for your existence.

[@andyelement]

Hey dude. Solid as always. When referring to budget I think we need to factor in the rental cost of the gear we use too, whether it's entry or pro.

[@jas_bataille]

Good point, cuz people never ever think about the rental cost and go straight to owning stuff and it's not wise!

[@polibix]

i love your use of aspect ratio omg

[@atletasound]

Good vid Bro. You are talented as Hell - Of course the "Sound" aspects are as well crucial to it - But like you said JUST DO IT and Love what you do

[@inyaschroeder1435]

Hey, I just wanted to say that your videos are very inspiring and give me the motivation to go out and start new projects. I'm a bit jealous that I can't think of a style like that :D I just want to watch your videos again and again.

[@Lessiless-v6z]

Hey! Thank you very much! For great video! - Like you said, it's not the camera. The only question is whether the filmmaker has creative talent or not. Nowadays, cameras have become more accessible than 50 years ago and everyone wants to make films. But unfortunately, not everyone will succeed. In addition, as more people come into the film industry, the more this area will depreciate. What is already happening. For example, music videos get far fewer views now than they did 10 years ago. The same thing happens with photography. Why? Very likely because music videos can now be made by people who can buy cheap cameras. Not selling 3 houses to buy Panavision. The same will happen with cinema. Therefore, large film studios monopolize specials. effects (special effect, SPFX, SFX, FX) Which are not yet available to low-budget film studios or individual filmmakers. And this is a big problem. And as long as there is a technological gap between low-budget studios and studios like Sony and Universal, they will have a monopoly. We need cool SPFX, SFX, FX for low-budget studios. I hope in 10-15 years neural networks will help with this, but I’m not sure. Film studios will come up with some other trick so that low-budget studios do not have normal profits from their activities.

[@Ronindilla]

your colors are crazy! i would love a video on how you color your videos

[@15gjg]

Much love from Nashville!

[@ToughLoveSeries]

Thanks for all the tips. Love the content ❤

[@TRUE-LION]

Quality work as always. It's a pleasure to watch. Also you ever use haze in your videos? Some film makers say it's often a very effective option that many overlook. Such as a flashlight in darkness would reveal the light beam with haze.

[@SuchetB]

Thank you for this Vuhlandes - I love how you make each shot look like its done on a $50k camera, it looks like you have done it with a lot of love for the material and it looks beautiful. Your kind generous advice has really helped me in my filmmaking 😎

[@weeklyfascination]

I've watched 4 or 5 vids on your channel since discovering you today. Had to sub after watching this one.

[@iamzr81]

I like to colorgrade of your footage and yeah, your stationary pictures are really well thought out, nice compositions.

[@ZaraTouihri]

hey,do you think you can make an indepth video on lighting/composition and colours? Love your work!

[@primercorteproductora]

I just find this video, really great the vision that you have ! Hope to see more content and videos from u Thank u from Argentina!

[@alexisaguirrevideos]

Sound design is so important

[@redredwiine]

stay creating

[@UnkleBang]

I would love to work with him I know he can get the angles

[@Kdiruso7]

Thank you - This video was timely. Definitely a fresh perspective on things. Any tips on getting creative with angles and not shooting the same look each time?

[@sandeepmates]

Loved it..really thanks .. you are right about creating at low budget short films 🙏

[@juanthyme1569]

Thank you! Someone gets it! The filmmakers on the filmmakers Reddit room are ridiculous.

[@altercinema4311]

Love this! Talent baby. Real talent.

[@neonnoba]

Thanks for the great advice. This is gold.

[@ludwigvonn9889]

6:20 this is what im always conscious about, i know for a fact that 99.9% of viewers dont even notice lighting or how the scenes are set up to look like that...i was in that category too until i developed an interest in shooting video...now its the only thing i see lol.. Especially after watching a bunch of filmmakers on youtube talk about the importance of light.. This one guy tried to recreate scenes from movies...and the amount of fidgeting around with lights, just to get it right..was crazy. One thing they all, and i mean all, mention is: HAZE. Fog machines, scent dispensers, bee smokers, aerosol cans...whatever works, DO IT.

[@thecrudepodcast5907]

Dope vid V! You my guy! So insightful on the important nuggets of filmmaking/storytelling. I recommend newbies to your channel. Fan 4ever bro!

[@nvusxo]

Thank you for sharing your perspective and knowledge. I hope you have a great day

[@sincerelycitra]

Thank you for sharing all these tips! I'm barely diving into video creation and this was inspiring!

[@TheJaredRodriguez]

Beautiful work as usual.

[@jacktaylor1771]

Scrumptious video sir

[@TheprodikalProject]

Such a chill dude who gives us so many gems! Thank you kindly sir! What software do you use to edit?

[@renosance8941]

Always with the gems. ❤

[@regbanks7888]

Awesome work man.

[@ellisgrin557]

Plz do a new video on colour grading! Yours looks really good!

[@PeopleofReddit66]

Thanks Vuh we really do appreciate the content

[@weinbergler]

What anamorphic lens did you use for that liquor store sequence? It looks awesome.

[@Andy-ho7wx]

Bro, all that former noise is gone - fantastic :D

[@turbotambourine]

Wonderful thoughtful advice as always. Thinking about my next video and the open sequence kinda washed over me as I watched your video. Thank you!

[@19Eighty8Media]

This guy is God sent for the filmmaker community 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@thegeniusdirector]

We need a color grading breakdown on how you grade your videos. Thanks

[@carolmarianunez]

you're such an inspiration dude, thanks for the tips. Do you have a color grading tutorial?

[@chadkbrignall22]

Hey you from the D Dog?? At 12:47 look like your standing at the river w the Ambassador Bridge in background? Great vid brotha.

[@CassCream]

Dope content. I will be putting this to use very soon

[@markwalker8374]

I like watching your films and how you use camera angles and lighting to make your subject more intriguing. I noticed you use someone smoking quite a lot. For me its an overused trope, I immediately think nooo.... another film sponsored by big tobacco. Used sparingly, though, it works eg the guy below the red sign.

[@MarMarrCO]

I'm taking notes! 🖋️

[@AndrewZeletrainStudios]

Unfortunately, in LA you can't shoot in any outdoor place without a permit or paying for the location which also usually entails getting a permit and insurance 😞

[@thelaclark]

Amazing video as always! 🔥

[@Huncho_hugo]

I needed this I make short films 🙌🙌🙌 new one coming this week

[@diegogasty6037]

Awesome man ! So freaking inspiring !! I have a question, in your videos you always make people look so damn cool, so if you were to film content for a clothing brand with only one cine lens on a crop sensor camera, would you grab a 24 mm that would be a 35 mm or a 35 that would be a 50 mm ?? I only have the budget for one lens, and thinking about this is killing me lol. I would so appreciate your professional opinion on this. Not all of us who watch you are filmmakers, but we want to create good and pleasant videos, and you my man, are hella inspiring.

[@Zodiezzz]

that 1:24 shot is MONEY

[@FreeTheColonized]

There’s a certain level of music video that these videos remind me of. Feel like these are Atlanta off FX or like a Smino music video quality

[@JAClare]

Do you have advice for colour grading with footage that isn’t shot in log? I don’t have a log capable camera

[@Hestove_Shegas_Gloud__]

You dope asf Please can you recommend the best music video camera under $300 😊❤

[@FightingMSA]

Amazing channel. New subscriber. I've had 2 documentaries made about me, but I want to continue filming my journey and YOU stood amongst the many artist I've been looking for. Thank you Sir. Austin Crawford.

[@youfollow_]

Lighting is important than what camera you using.

[@robertmulligan2851]

Thanks for this.

[@ordinaryhunter]

Dope work, as always

[@geronimo265]

Vuh dropping mad info! Big inspooo

[@bubz75]

Ty much appreciated 🔥👋🏾🦁

[@WesShoots]

Vuh can you make a video all about your Mac, like if its an M1 or M2 chip, the GPU & CPU, and then how much unified and SSD storage you have? And if it is capable of storing all of your large files? I'm looking into getting a new laptop or desktop but I'm not sure what I will need to handle big files like 4K or 8K videos that are edited in final cut pro

[@cliftonsledge962]

Your video inspired me to get out there and make some content, thanks 🙏🏾