Filmitootmine

Filmitootmine is the Estonian term for film production. It encompasses all the stages involved in creating a movie, from the initial concept and development to the final distribution and exhibition. The process can be broadly divided into three main phases: pre-production, production, and post-production.

Pre-production involves all the planning and preparation before filming begins. This includes writing the screenplay, securing financing, casting actors, hiring the crew, scouting locations, and creating a detailed production schedule. This phase is crucial for ensuring the smooth execution of the subsequent stages.

Production, often referred to as principal photography, is the actual filming of the movie. This is where the director works with the actors and crew to capture the scenes according to the script. It involves directing, cinematography, sound recording, and managing the logistics on set.

Post-production is the phase that follows shooting. It includes editing the footage, adding visual effects, composing and recording the musical score, sound mixing, color correction, and creating the final master copy of the film. Once completed, the film is ready for distribution, which involves marketing, sales, and screening in cinemas or on other platforms. Filmitootmine in Estonia, like elsewhere, is a complex collaborative effort involving numerous creative and technical professionals.