Almost Professional

In this episode Blake talks about indie filmmakers Sean Baker and Brady Corbet and the Oscar wins for their films Anora and The Brutalist. Oh, and are they really both broke?Learn more about my indie film:http://www.caseymakesamixtape.comWatch Variety's Directors on Directors:https://youtu.be/3e5BQ1cFXzg?si=hsjElpmhYT7LE3KMWatch "Why to NOT make a film with an iPhone" series:https://youtu.be/VzHTiU8afygThanks for listening!©2025 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake interviews filmmaker & educator Bart Weiss about his new book, "Smartphone Cinema - Making Great Films with Your Mobile Phone".Buy the book here:https://geni.us/F3UtDSd (Amazon)https://geni.us/G1NO (from publisher)https://videofest.org/services/newsletter (Bart's newsletter)

In this episode Blake does a general overview of various distribution options to consider for low & micro-budget indie films. ▶︎ Check out my film: http://www.caseymakesamixtape.com▶︎ My past work on Tubi, etc:CONTINUUM (sci-fi) https://tubitv.com/movies/100003266/continuumKILLING DOWN (action) https://tubitv.com/movies/100000518/killing-down?start=truePINK (dark comedy) https://www.pinktheseries.com/▶︎ Other mentioned sites:http://www.filmhub.comhttp//www.bitmax.nethttp://www.premieredigital.com/http://www.filmfreeway.comDisappearing Boy (micro-budget indie film)https://youtu.be/Bz2Zxo0MS_A?si=UIcLtId1JA9D4O34© 2024 ImageWorks Inc.

The podcast is back after a hiatus! In this episode Blake gives an update on his feature film "Casey Makes A Mixtape" and also discusses how he used an iPhone and Apple log in the film's production. Learn more about the film: https://www.loudpictures.com/casey-makes-a-mixtape ©2024 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake covers how he uses various AI technology to help create and enhance his everyday filmmaking work. CASEY'S FAVORITE SONG (new movie): https://www.loudpictures.com/caseys-favorite-song Shooting a movie with RED Komodo: https://youtu.be/YsCxnWdz2Lo Adobe Podcast: https://podcast.adobe.com/enhance Runway ML: http://www.runwayml.com Topaz Labs Video AI: https://www.topazlabs.com/topaz-video-ai/ref/1707/ Main YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers Thanks for listening! © 2023 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake tries to figure out why smartphone gimbals don't seem to be as popular as they used to be. NEW Short Film Course:   https://geni.us/DIYShortFilmSave10 (SAVE 10%)   Music video shot on RED and iPhone: https://youtu.be/gPO0UVCTys8 Main YouTube Channel:   http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers Thanks for listening!         © 2023 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake talks about the release of the $50/year V7 subscription version of FiLMiC Pro and how it might affect the mobile filmmaking community. Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv   FiLMiC Pro LUT Packs: https://www.iphoneographers.tv/shop   Main YouTube Channel:   http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers   Thanks for listening!       © 2022 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake talks about why he loves his iPad Pro, but almost never uses it and tries to figure out why that is the case. Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv FiLMiC Pro LUT Packs: https://www.iphoneographers.tv/shop Main YouTube Channel:   http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers Thanks for listening!       © 2022 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake breaks down the latest info surrounding the FiLMiC Pro subscription model controversy, which if you haven't been paying attention has really stirred up quite the storm in the mobile filmmaking community. Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv         FiLMiC Pro LUT Packs: https://www.iphoneographers.tv/shop Main YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers            Thanks for listening!     © 2022 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake looks at why he's not (yet) excited about the iPhone release. Mobile filmmaking courses:   https://academy.iphoneographers.tv      FiLMiC Pro LUT Packs: https://www.iphoneographers.tv/shop      Main YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers         Thanks for listening!     © 2022 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake discusses why he uses external lenses on an iPhone and goes into detail on how he did this shooting his latest short film. "Preowned" behind-the-scenes: https://youtu.be/bHXViOfvtVY Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv   FiLMiC Pro LUT Packs: https://www.iphoneographers.tv/shop   YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers      Thanks for listening!   © 2022 ImageWorks Inc.

This is a sub-series of the main "Almost Professional" podcast called "The Breakdown". In it Blake talks about how various movies are made and how you can apply those filmmaking techniques to your own work. In this episode he discusses Top Gun: Maverick and why it matters to the filmmaking and film-going world. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4Y4IoctqQdU Thanks for listening! © 2022 ImageWorks Inc.

Blake is bored with "Filmmaking YouTube"... How about you? :) Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv FiLMiC Pro LUT Packs: https://www.iphoneographers.tv/shop YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers    Thanks for listening!   © 2022 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake looks at some of the latest video features in the iPhone (and the FiLMiC Pro app) that might just be ahead of their time. Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers Thanks for listening! © 2022 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake talks about his top reasons why he chose to shoot a new short film on the iPhone 13 Pro Max. Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers Thanks for listening! © 2022 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake explains why he is NOT getting a new Mac Studio even though they sure look tempting... Also, be on the lookout for a new sub series coming soon to this podcast that breaks down how movies are made so you can then make one yourself - but for little to no money.   In case you do want a Mac Studio... :) https://geni.us/jnba3 (B&H) Mobile filmmaking courses:   https://academy.iphoneographers.tv              YouTube Channel:   http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers                Thanks for listening!   © 2022 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake looks at the state of mobile video & filmmaking tech as we move into 2022 and beyond.   Mobile filmmaking courses:   https://academy.iphoneographers.tv          YouTube Channel:   http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers            Thanks for listening!   © 2022 ImageWorks Inc.

Annual recap of Blake's favorite mobile video & filmmaking tech of 2021. Complete list with video & product links: https://www.iphoneographers.tv/post/favorite-mobile-video-tech-of-2021 Mobile filmmaking courses:   https://academy.iphoneographers.tv      YouTube Channel:   http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers        Thanks for listening!   © 2021 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake talks about the one location set Jake Gyllenhaal film "The Guilty" and why it's a good idea as an indie filmmaker to try this yourself. Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv   YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers     Thanks for listening! © 2021 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake looks at how using the iPhone 13 Pro, FiLMiC Pro & ProRes all add up to finally making the iPhone Pro live up to its name. Also, be sure to listen until the end to check out a NEW addition to the podcast... the "Almost Professional Movie Review". Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers   Thanks for listening! © 2021 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake goes over his Top 3 filmmaking features of the new iPhone 13 Pro. Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers Thanks for listening! © 2021 ImageWorks Inc.

This is a follow-up episode of sorts and a continuation of the conversation around the making of the iPhone shot short film "No Hard Feelings". In this episode Blake interviews Australian actor & filmmaker Paul Henri who starred in the film along with co-writing and co-directing it. The great thing now too is that the short film is available to watch on Blake's iPhoneographers YouTube channel. Watch the film here: https://youtu.be/YEFiQZrWzrE Connect with Paul & James: Paul on IG: www.instagram.com/paul_henri.___ James on IG: www.instagram.com/j_ballard Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv   YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers   Thanks for listening! © 2021 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake analyzes the rumors that Apple will add ProRes video encoding to the upcoming iPhone 13 (along with "Portrait" Video a.k.a. simulated shallow DOF), and considers how this might also affect the iPad Pro and LumaFusion. Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers Thanks for listening! © 2021 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake opines on why there are a lot more smartphone produced movies & series being made today. Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv   Thanks for listening!   © 2021 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake comments (ok rants) a bit on why his opinion on the Beastgrip DOF MK2 adapter has changed or "evolved". Blog post on the DOF adapter: https://www.iphoneographers.tv/post/my-love-hate-relationship-with-the-beastgrip-dof-adapter Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv Thanks for listening! © 2021 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake has an in-depth conversation with Terri Morgan the co-founder of LumaTouch who makes the popular iPad editing app LumaFusion. ***5DayDeal*** (June 3-8, 2021): https://bit.ly/5DayDeal2021 iPhoneographers YouTube Gear Giveaway (June 3-16, 2021): https://www.iphoneographers.tv/post/epic-gear-giveaway Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv   Thanks for listening!   © 2021 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake opines on why the new M1 iPad Pro might be worth the upgrade for filmmakers and video creators. YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers 2nd YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/BlakeCalhoun Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv Thanks for listening! © 2021 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake has an in-depth conversation with Christopher Cohen about FiLMiC Pro LogV3, 10-bit HDR video and the future of the popular iPhone & Android app. Watch the Ulanzi LED lighting video mentioned (using LogV3): https://youtu.be/BbKQG0_1PY4   YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers     Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv       Thanks for listening!       © 2021 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake talks about the possibilities of using an iPhone 12 Pro Max and FiLMiC Pro LogV3 to shoot a microbudget feature film. Watch the Ulanzi LED lighting video mentioned (using LogV3): https://youtu.be/BbKQG0_1PY4 YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers   Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv     Thanks for listening!     © 2021 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake laments the demise of his favorite smartphone gimbal... Freefly's Movi Cinema Robot. Blake's NEW YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/AlmostProVideos Blog post about the Movi: https://www.iphoneographers.tv/post/rip-movi-cinema-robot Main YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv   Thanks for listening!   © 2021 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake reflects on how good we as filmmakers have it today, especially as it relates to affordable gear options. No excuses anymore. Don't wait to create. YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv/ Thanks for listening! © 2021 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake breaks down three top reasons why he thinks the iPhone 12 Pro Max is great for mobile filmmaking. Watch the videos mentioned in this episode: https://www.iphoneographers.tv/post/new-video-features-of-the-iphone-12-pro-max Thanks for listening!   YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers     Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv/     © 2020 ImageWorks Inc.

Blake interviews TV reporter and mobile video enthusiast Mike Castellucci about his awarding-winning iPhone shot show "Phoning It In". Also Blake details his favorite new iPhone 12 video specs and what it might mean for mobile filmmaking. Connect with Mike... Website: http://mikecastellucci.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ4tUfKnbXcS4sdTOVq_D5g Thanks for listening! YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers   Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv/   © 2020 ImageWorks Inc.

You don't need a new camera. Really, you don't. YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv/ © 2020 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake talks about why he can't yet rely on mobile filmmaking tools (like the iPhone and iPad) for his daily professional video work. YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers Mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv/ © 2020 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake chats with Vadym Chalenko, the co-founder of Beastgrip, about how his company has helped shape the mobile filmmaking accessory market. Learn more about Beastgrip: http://www.beastgrip.com Learn more about mobile filmmaking: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv/courses © 2020 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake talks about why filmmaking is important during the worldwide events currently taking place. Cassius Rayner: https://twitter.com/gofilmit "The World Falls Silent" (short films): https://www.gofilmit.tv/the-world-falls-silent Learn more about mobile filmmaking: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv/courses © 2020 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake chats with mobile journalism pioneer and "Mojo" trainer Marc Settle. Marc has worked for the BBC his entire career and for the past 10 years has been a leading advocate for utilizing smartphone video in the broadcast TV news business. How successful has he been? Listen to the episode to find out. :) Connect with Marc: https://twitter.com/MarcSettle Watch the Mobile Creator Summit (episode with Blake): https://youtu.be/1T3ISz2ILQE?t=14274 Learn more about mobile video from The Mobile Filmmaker Academy: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv/courses © 2020 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake interviews cinematographer David Cleeve about making the iPhone shot short film "No Hard Feelings". Dave's website: https://davidcleeve.com/ "No Hard Feelings" YouTube episode: https://youtu.be/CbXWkXktp5M Learn more about mobile filmmaking: https://www.ifilmmakers.tv/   © 2020 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake chats with FiLMIC Pro's CTO Christopher Cohen about all things FiLMIC Pro (including lots about LogV2), their cozy relationship with Apple and the state of mobile filmmaking technology today. Check out LumaFusion Color Grading 101: http://bit.ly/LumaFusionColor101 Connect with Chris: https://twitter.com/mythicStallion. Learn more about mobile filmmaking: https://www.iphoneographers.tv/ © 2020 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake talks mobile filmmaking tech with Cinema5D writer, FiLMiC Pro evangelist, professional colorist and all around great filmmaker Richard Lackey. Check out LumaFusion Color Grading 101: http://bit.ly/LumaFusionColor101 Connect with Richard... YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/rlackeyjr Twitter: https://twitter.com/RichLackey Blog: https://www.richardlackey.com/ Learn more about mobile filmmaking: https://www.iphoneographers.tv/ © 2020 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake talks about whether more video K's (4K, 6K, 8K, and so on) are necessarily better or not.  Check out my mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv/courses Watch The iPhoneographers on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/iphoneographers/videos Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/iFilmmakers © 2019 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake interviews Canadian filmmaker Patrick Tomasso.  They take a deep dive into what their preferences are when it comes to mobile versus traditional filmmaking methods. Check out the Mobile Filmmaker Academy courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv/courses Watch the iPhoneographers on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/iphoneographers/videos Follow Blake on Twitter: https://twitter.com/iFilmmakers Follow Patrick on Twitter https://twitter.com/imPatrickT © 2020 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake picks his top mobile filmmaking gear of 2019. Be sure to read the companion blog post and get product links, along with watching videos on the gear here: http://bit.ly/BestMobileGear2019 Thanks for listening! © 2019 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake talks about what it means to be an "Almost Professional" filmmaker - and why it's the name of this podcast.  Check out my mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv/courses  Watch The iPhoneographers on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/iphoneographers/videos  Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/iFilmmakers  © 2019 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake asks... Has the iPhone 11 Ultra Wide lens novelty worn off yet? Or, is this lens a novelty at all?  Check out my mobile filmmaking courses: https://academy.iphoneographers.tv/courses  Watch The iPhoneographers on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/iphoneographers/videos  Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/iFilmmakers  © 2019 ImageWorks Inc. 

Does using a DOF adapter in a mobile filmmaking setup (i.e. a smartphone) go against the entire idea of "mobile" filmmaking?  In this episode Blake considers the pros and cons of using the new Ulanzi DOF adapter. For those unfamiliar... DOF adapters connect photo lenses to a smartphone so you can get shallow depth-of-field and a more traditional cinematic look - however, they are bulky and often cumbersome to use. Learn more about SMARTPHONE CINEMATOGRAPHY 101: http://bit.ly/SmartCine101  © 2019 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake talks about his latest short film production for the FiLMiC Pro contest along with the new iPhone 11 Pro Max.  - Check out my YouTube channel (http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers)     - Save 10% on "The Complete Guide To FiLMiC Pro" (http://bit.ly/FPGuidePOD10)   - Enroll in the FiLMiC Pro Guide on Udemy (http://bit.ly/FP6GuideUdemy) - Buy FiLMiC Pro LUT Packs (https://www.iphoneographers.tv/shop)   - Say hey on Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/iFilmmakers) © 2019 ImageWorks Inc.

A comment/question I get on my YouTube channel sometimes is... Why not just get a DSLR instead of an expensive smartphone? Hmmm. Well, let's talk about it... :) - Check out my YouTube channel (http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers)     - Save 10% on "The Complete Guide To FiLMiC Pro" (http://bit.ly/FPGuidePOD10)   - Enroll in the FiLMiC Pro Guide on Udemy (http://bit.ly/FP6GuideUdemy) - Buy FiLMiC Pro LUT Packs (https://www.iphoneographers.tv/shop)   - Say hey on Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/iFilmmakers) - Watch the RED and iPhone 8+ shot music video "What If We Run" https://youtu.be/Ph_JgO-FnL0 © 2019 ImageWorks Inc.

In this episode Blake answers mobile filmmaking tech and how-to questions from some of the iPhoneographers' YouTube and Twitter communities. - Check out my YouTube channel (http://www.youtube.com/iPhoneographers)        - SALE! Save 25% on "The Complete Guide To FiLMiC Pro" (http://bit.ly/2Z5rKuJ)      - Buy FiLMiC Pro LUT Packs (https://www.iphoneographers.tv/shop)      - Say hey on Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/iFilmmakers)  - Say howdy to Patrick Tomasso https://www.youtube.com/user/imPatrickT and https://twitter.com/imPatrickT  © 2019 ImageWorks Inc.