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Children's Nonfiction Film

Smartphone Movie Maker

by (author) Bryan Michael Stoller

Publisher
Candlewick Press
Initial publish date
Mar 2017
Category
Film, Activity Books, How Things Work-Are Made
  • Novelty book

    ISBN
    9780763694111
    Publish Date
    Mar 2017
    List Price
    $29.99

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Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels

  • Age: 8 to 12
  • Grade: 3 to 7

Description

Everything you need to know to make awesome movies with a smartphone.
That’s a wrap!

And . . . action! Did you know that all it takes to be a filmmaker is a smartphone and a little creativity? This essential guide to making movies on a smartphone offers all kinds of tips, techniques, and instructions on how to edit and add special effects to your film. With easy-to-follow advice on building a narrative and clear concepts, Smartphone Movie Maker gives young film buffs all the tools needed to start shooting their own masterpieces. The box even transforms into a lens-fitted film projector to slot a smartphone into, so budding directors can watch their creations play out onscreen for the ultimate cinematic experience. Special features include:
· A fully illustrated, hands-on director’s handbook
· A storyboarding book to sketch out a shot-by-shot breakdown of the film
· Card sheets to make a retro popcorn box
· Pre-printed tickets to invite family and friends to the film premiere

About the author

Contributor Notes

Bryan Michael Stoller is an award-winning independent filmmaker and the author of Filmmaking for Dummies. Born in Ontario, Canada, he now lives in Los Angeles, California.

Editorial Reviews

With Smartphone Movie Maker, learn tips and tricks to make a movie masterpiece on your smartphone. The box set includes a moviemaking glossary and storyboarding sketchbook, plus the box transforms into a big-screen projector that lets you screen your film in style.
—Boys' Life

This product is very fun and easy to use. We like all the tips that they include to help make your projects look great. We highly recommend this.
—Newsday