FAQ:

Welcome to Frequently Asked Questions, please take a look at some of the questions that people have frequently asked Sasha before contacting him as we might have the information you seek here. Thank you.

What software do you use?

I use Avid Media Composer 5.5 for editing the raw footage, and for any graphics I will use a combination of Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, and stock footage. For music I use my Korg Triton Studio and Pro Tools for the finishing touch. Other software that I use includes: Celtx, Sony Vegas, Adobe Premeire, and Anime Studio Pro.

What hardware do you use?

Recently I purchased a Panasonic AGHMC40 which I now use for all of my films. I use a Manfrotto 028B Tripod with a 501HDV Pro Video Head and I use a CobraCrane to take care of all my moving shots. For sound I use a Rode NTG-2 Condenser Shotgun Microphone to capture sound for my films, either in post-production or production. Usually I attach these mics to my K-Tek KE-110CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole which has an internal coiled XLR cable, connecting hem to a XLR adapter which attaches to the camera. As for computers I have one Sony VAIO laptop, and a Windows 7 Desktop which I use primarily for all video work.

What is your advice for making a good film?

Well I don't know everything about filmmaking, but still have some useful tips:
#1 Write a script. There's only one con to writing a script and that is it takes time. Otherwise it's just a bundle of pros which I could sit here all day writing about.
#2 Get it done. I have had a number of projects that have dragged on and on because I didn't have a deadline. Set a weekend, shoot what you need to shoot and then be done with it.
#3 Be prepared. Overall just try to be ready for the shoot with props, cameras, tripods, schedules, scripts, locations, cast, and crew.

Good Luck!

Do you have a youtube account?

Yes I do, I am under the name of DoctorEntertainment.

Vimeo? Also DoctorEntertainment.

How do you come up with your film ideas?

Well I wish I could answer this with a simple step by step process but unfortunately I can't. It's simply a matter of exposure and creativity. Expose yourself to different ideas, different movies, books, you name it. Also keep an open mind and remember that coming up with film ideas is not for everyone. Some people just can't do it. Instead you can also try basing your films off of true stories, short stories, books, what have you. Sometimes even watching the news can help you. I usually come up with my films when I'm least expecting it, although on occasion I will force out an idea. Sometimes talking with different people and asking them about their ideas helps too.