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Rising Costs. Fewer Customers. Now What?
Rising Costs Are Crushing Local Businesses But Smart Marketing Can Save Yours If you're running a small business in Central Florida right...

Taylor & Luke Riether
Jul 52 min read


Would Movies Be Better If No One Got Paid Upfront?
What if no one in Hollywood got paid until the movie made money? In this post, we break down the real economics behind upfront salaries, backend points, and the collapse freelancers are facing in today’s industry. Whether you're an indie filmmaker or just trying to survive the grind, this is a wake-up call on why fair pay matters more than ever.
Luke Riether
Jun 214 min read


Hollywood Collapse 2025: What the Film Industry Doesn’t Want You to See
Freelancers are being pushed out. AI is replacing jobs. Theaters are vanishing. This isn’t a phase it’s a full-blown creative industry reset.
Luke Riether
Jun 156 min read


AI Voice Isolation in DaVinci Resolve 20: Is It Finally Worth Using?
I didn’t expect much from the voice isolation in DaVinci Resolve 20, but I was wrong.
Luke Riether
Jun 94 min read


Be Color Space Aware! Understanding Color Spaces in DaVinci Resolve
Struggling with your footage looking darker on YouTube than in Resolve? Learn how to properly use color spaces like Rec.709, sRGB, and DaVinci Wide Gamut to stop color shifts and ensure your video looks perfect on any screen.
Luke Riether
Jun 25 min read


How to Survive Your First Film Set: The Unspoken Rules No One Warns You About
Walking onto a film set for the first time can feel like chaos. This guide breaks down the unspoken rules, cultural expectations, and set etiquette that every new filmmaker must know to survive and get hired again.
Luke Riether
Jun 15 min read


Mastering DaVinci Resolve 20: A Beginner’s Guide to AI-Powered Editing Workflows
DaVinci Resolve 20 just changed the game! With over 100 new features including AI-assisted editing, auto-transcription, and smart...
Luke Riether
May 286 min read


Why Movie Dialogue Is Hard to Hear: Fixing Modern Film Sound Issues
Movie sound is broken. Here’s why dialogue is harder to hear and how we can finally fix the way films are mixed and streamed.
Luke Riether
May 274 min read


How One YouTube Click Changed Everything: My Journey with Waqas Qazi
Six years ago, I was lost. Not in a dramatic, fall-apart kind of way but in that quiet, aching way where something inside you knows...

Taylor & Luke Riether
May 265 min read


Why LUTs Keep Failing You (And What Actually Works for Cinematic Color Grading)
Tired of LUTs that break your footage? Discover why LUTs fail and how a DCTL-based workflow using Qazi’s Toolkit gives you cinematic results every time.
Luke Riether
May 254 min read


Why 'The Long Night' Looks So Dark And What Filmmakers Can Learn From It
What can one of the darkest TV episodes in history teach us about cinematography? Learn how Game of Thrones' 'The Long Night' challenges filmmakers to balance realism, clarity, and audience empathy.
Luke Riether
Apr 294 min read


Film Set Etiquette 101: How to NOT Blow Your First Day on Set
tepping onto a professional film set for the first time? This guide covers essential film set etiquette, safety tips, and insider terms.
Luke Riether
Mar 275 min read


Best Film Emulation Plugin: Dehancer’s True Film Look
Want an authentic film look? Dehancer is the best film emulation plugin that replicates real film. Learn how it works and enter our giveaway
Luke Riether
Mar 155 min read


Cinema Cameras: Then vs. Now
From the Kinetograph to Blackmagic's URSA Cine, cinema cameras have shaped storytelling. Discover their evolution and future.

Taylor & Luke Riether
Dec 20, 20244 min read


How to Budget for Your Film Without Losing Your Sanity
Learn how to budget for your film effectively without losing your sanity. Discover essential tips to budget smartly for your film project to

Taylor & Luke Riether
Dec 13, 20243 min read


Failing at Script Breakdowns? Here's the Fix!
Learn how to break down a movie script step-by-step with tips for beginners to prepare your shoot! #Scriptbreakdowns
Luke Riether
Dec 7, 20246 min read


Veterans, You Belong Here!
Empowering veterans to find purpose in film production. Join Our New FB Group Veterans in Production & start your new journey!
Luke Riether
Dec 4, 20242 min read


How to Write Your First Movie Script in Final Draft (Step-by-Step Guide)
Learn how to write your first movie script using Final Draft with this step-by-step guide—perfect for beginners!

Taylor & Luke Riether
Nov 30, 20246 min read


Is IMDB Really That Important? A Breakdown for Actors
Is an IMDB page worth it for actors? Learn how it can impact your career and whether IMDB Pro is the right investment.
Luke Riether
Sep 17, 20243 min read


3 Actor Headshot Tips: Fix Common Acting Headshot Errors Today
Are you paying too much for headshots? Uncover the truth behind session fees and why the right investment can transform your career!
Luke Riether
Sep 14, 20248 min read
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