IMPORTANCE OF MOVIE PRODUCTION/ FILM MAKING

1. Brings important conversations to the public

Filmmaking is a profession that has a wide reach of influence, especially in areas of the world
where entertainment is a dominant industry the public consumes regularly. Filmmakers can use
their platforms to bring important conversations to their audiences by creating stories that
highlight various social or political events, injustices or inspiring stories that can inform as much
as they entertain. For decades, filmmakers have used cinema as a way to challenge the status quo
and bring controversial topics to the forefront of public conversation, making it an important
outlet for artists and activists alike.

2. Provides filmmakers with a creative outlet

Many entertainment professionals refer to cinema as "the art of filmmaking" because the
aesthetic elements of the field give filmmakers a vast outlet for their creative ideas and projects.
Filmmakers can exercise their creativity with several components of the filmmaking process,
including production duties like screenwriting, directing and editing. They also can assist with
design elements, such as lighting, sound, costumes, make-up and set design. Creative individuals
can express themselves through their cinematic endeavors, allowing them to develop and share
their artistic ideas with an audience, which may give them financial stability and creative
fulfillment.

3. Allows for representation of different backgrounds

Another reason many people believe filmmaking to be an important profession is its ability to
bring the experiences of marginalized individuals to the forefront of societal discussion. The
practice of filmmaking can make room for the representation of people belonging to these
groups, which allows for the telling of their stories on a large, influential scale. In recent years,
there has been a greater push in the film industry for representation in terms of gender, race and
social class, both in the content of the films and the people making them.

4. Provides the public with escapism

The entertainment industry provides the public with ways to distract themselves from the
realities of the world, and filmmaking contributes to this escapism. Films give people the ability
to escape from their problems, responsibilities and worries and enter worlds of fantasy, love and
humor. Since the inception of filmmaking, its primary purpose has been to entertain people and
provide them with leisure, giving them the opportunity to imagine themselves as characters in
other worlds. Others use film to get their minds off their day-to-day anxieties, providing comfort
and distractions.

5. Emphasizes the importance of teamwork

Another reason filmmaking matters is its emphasis on the importance of collaboration and
teamwork. Many elements go into the production of a film before it reaches the public. This
includes tasks regarding preproduction, such as writing, casting and scheduling, and those
involving production, such as filming, directing and designing. After that, there's post-
production, where filmmakers edit and market their films. Filmmaking involves experts and
leaders from different specialties putting their ideas and training together to create impactful and
financially successful projects. Collaboration can foster innovation, which can create films that
are more unique more interesting to the public.

6. Offers filmmakers a supportive community

Filmmakers can benefit a lot from the communities they join once they enter the field and
establish themselves as artists. Many filmmakers go to school for film, where they learn about
the history and methods that make up their field. Throughout their schooling and experiences in
the cinematic industry as professionals, filmmakers can become part of a supportive community
of artists where collaboration, communication and guidance can contribute to stronger
relationships and lead to better films. There are various groups and festivals where filmmakers
can show support to one another through votes and awards.

7. Teaches important career skills

Besides its emphasis on teamwork, filmmakers can learn a lot of valuable career and life skills
from their craft. Filmmaking involves the daily use of several common skills, such as
communication, attention to detail, patience, organization and creativity. Filmmakers use all
these skills to ensure their artistic visions come to life on the screen in a way that's true to their
style and relatable to their intended audience. They can apply some of these skills, such as
communication and patience, to other components of their lives, like romantic relationships or
parenting.

8. It can create various career opportunities

Outside of the entertainment industry, filmmakers can find various career opportunities where
they can apply the skills they've learned from cinema. Having a film degree or experience in film
production can make it easier for filmmakers to transition into other professions, such as
management, writing or marketing. Filmmaking is important for its ability to foster creativity
and to give individuals the opportunity to try different careers. These professionals can explore
different jobs that can bring them the same level of satisfaction and artistic stimulation as
filmmaking.

9. The industry changes constantly

As the world changes, so does filmmaking. Creative industries go through changes as attitudes,
beliefs, trends and issues evolve in relevance as different world events, technologies and ideas
make their way to the public consciousness. The constant changes in the prominent genres,
lighting, sound, costumes, makeup, editing and filming styles of movies allows for filmmakers to
challenge themselves and try new techniques, which encourages innovation. Filmmakers can
constantly improve on their skills and apply these changes to their projects to make higher-
quality productions.
10. It depicts cultures around the world

Those who've studied filmmaking know different regions of the world have distinct styles and
techniques, making cinema an important cultural marker. The Bollywood genre in India and the
film noir genre in France are examples of how film can intertwine with a country's culture,
making it an important part of regional identity. People from across the world can use film to
learn about different cultures and the ways they approach the field of entertainment. This can
make it easier for people to appreciate the differences and distinctions that make cultures unique.