Shooting a short movie with your phone might sound like a crazy idea. After all, why would anyone want to waste their time making a movie with their phone instead of shooting the usual selfies and VLOGs? Well, you’ve probably heard it before: Everything old is new again. Or in this case — everything new is old again. With the advent of Instagram and other social media apps that have given birth to #thegram and #selfie culture, vintage aesthetics are making an exciting comeback. That’s why we think you should make a movie with your phone instead of just shooting selfies and VLOGs all the time. After all, the best things in life are the simplest ones. And there’s something very simple about making a movie with your phone rather than just taking pictures or recording videos.
Why Shoot A Movie With Your Phone?
Let’s be honest here: We’re living in the Golden Age of Content. With all the platforms available to us today to express ourselves, there is no shortage of people vying for our attention. If you’re a social media influencer, every day is a new opportunity to make more connections, gain more followers, and create more content for your fans. But with all these posts, articles, and videos out there for everyone to view, it can be difficult for your content to stand out. It’s a visual world, after all. Most people are drawn to images over text. And visuals are especially powerful when they’re presented in a creative way that engages the audience. That’s where making a movie with your phone comes in.
Tips For Shooting A Movie With Your Phone
Shooting a movie with your phone can be just as creative and engaging as any other type of content. The trick is to approach it with the same level of intention, care, and creativity that you would any other type of video shoot. Here are some tips to help you get started: — Choose your props wisely: The best way to get people’s attention is by making them curious. So, start your movie by introducing a prop that is intriguing enough to inspire curiosity: a retro toy, an old record, a vintage camera, etc. — Set the stage: Choose a location that really complements your content. Is your movie about friendship? Maybe you could shoot it in a cozy coffee shop or in a park full of trees. Is your movie about fashion? Maybe a brightly-lit studio or a rooftop would be more fitting. — Know your angles: Since you are shooting with a phone, you will probably have to do your video in landscape orientation. This can be limiting, but don’t worry — there are still plenty of interesting angles you can try. Try placing your phone on the ground or on a table to get a lower angle. — Push yourself creatively: Remember, you’re making a short movie with your phone. But that doesn’t mean you can’t make it as beautiful, engaging, and creative as possible. It’s just like any other video shoot. Except you only have 10 to 15 seconds to make an impression on your audience.
Record Sound With Voice Memos Or Ringtone Recordings
The built-in cameras on modern smartphones are pretty impressive. However, it’s important to remember that the audio quality of your shots will be greatly affected by the quality of the built-in microphone. If you want your movie to sound as professional and high-quality as possible, you might want to consider investing in a separate audio recording device. You can record the sound for your movie with a voice memo app on your phone’s built-in microphone or by recording it directly with a separate audio recording device. If you want to record the sound with a voice memo app, make sure to do it in a quiet environment so that the audio quality isn’t degraded by background noise.
Shoot In Black And White
Some of the most iconic movies of all time have been shot in black and white. This timeless visual aesthetic is sure to add something special to your movie. Before you start shooting your movie, head over to your phone’s camera settings and switch the format from color to black and white. This will make sure that your shots are in monochrome from the very first take. This will also make it easier for you to stay consistent with the visual style of your movie. If you want to make sure your monochrome shots are consistent, you can use a piece of black cloth or make-up tape to cover up the LED lights on the phone’s camera module or flash. This will prevent light leaks and make sure all your shots are consistent and in monochrome.
Add Shaky Effects During Post-Production
If you want to make your movie even more eye-catching, you can add a subtle but powerful effect during post-production. During editing, you can add a subtle “shaky” (or “wobbly”) effect to your shots to make them more eye-catching and attention-grabbing. There are a few apps that let you add a subtle “shaky” effect to your videos, such as the Instagram-owned Boomerang, Vine, Splice, and Vlone. However, you can also add a subtle shaky effect to your videos during post-production with an app like iMovie or Final Cut Pro.
Summing Up
Making a movie with your phone is an incredibly fun and creative way to showcase a different side of your personality and showcase your creativity. It’s also a great way to explore your creative side and learn how to be more expressive with your visual content. With the tips and tricks we discussed above, you should have no trouble making a short movie with your phone. Remember, the best things in life are the simplest ones. And there’s something very simple about making a movie with your phone.
