Useful for students and independent film-makers, this book explains the whole filmmaking process - from creating an original or adapted script, to producing and directing, to managing budgets and people, to financing, marketing and distributing your film. It also offers tips on making deals, renting equipment, and securing funding

• An overview: Introduction to making short films ; A brief history of short films ; Careers
• Who does what: The script ; The producer ; The director ; The editor ; Finance and distribution
• Getting it made: Crewing ; Locations ; Casting ; Sound design ; Music and post-production ; Trade unions
• Interviews with filmmakers: Daniel Mulloy ; Jack Pizzey, documentary filmmaker
• Scripts: Broken ; Noise control ; G.M. ; Room eleven ; Greta May : the adaptation
• Useful information: Press kit ; Glossary of film terms ; Film festivals ; Useful addresses