Film industry

Production

The first stage is called 'Pre-production' where all the planning for the project takes place. During this stage, the production is broken down into individual scenes and all the locations, props,costumes, special effects and cast are decided. The script is also written at this stage. A schedule for the film- makers and cast are arranged at this point for their specific role in the movie. 

The second stage is called the 'Production' where all the actual filming takes place. All the scenes which were planned in the 'pre production' stage are filmed at the locations they were planned to be set. The scenes are filmed several times to make things just the way the director imagines it to ensure good quality and perfection. This is also done to make sure that all necessary shots are taken as it is sometimes difficult or even impossible to go back and repeat certain events if the filming is incomplete when it comes to the 'post production' stage. 

Finally, the last stage is called 'Post production', where the film is put together by the editor. The first job of the film editor is to build a rough cut taken from the scenes based on individual shots (takes). The reason why editors use rough cuts is to select and order the best shots. The next step is to create a fine cut by getting all the shots to flow smoothly in a seamless story. Trimming (the process of shortening scenes by a few minutes, seconds or even frames) is done during this phase. Also all the music, graphics, menus, etc. are added in this stage. After the fine cut has been screened and approved by the director and producer, the picture is locked so that no further changes can be made. 

Distribution

Standard Release

The standard release is when the film is first screened in movie theaters and then, released in DVD's after about 16 and a half weeks. After a couple of years it is then released to air free on TV channels.

Simultaneous Release

Simultaneous Release is when the film is released on different medias at the same time or with very little difference in timing.

Straight to Video Release

This is when the film is released straight to DVD or Blu-Ray without being released in movie theaters. 

Internet Release

This is when the film is released on the internet without screening in theaters. 

Marketing 

Different types of Marketing

• Billboards
• Posters
• Bus Adverts
• Happy Meals 
• TV Adverts
•  DVD shops
• Trailers
• YouTube Adverts
• Internet Adverts 
• Facebook

Exhibition

The Audience get to see films through:

• Websites
• Cinemas 
• TV
• Hospitals
• DVDs