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'Tangerine'
- Sean Baker broke boundaries with 'Tangerine,' a comedy-drama which starred Mya Taylor and Kitana Kiki Rodriguez.
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'Tangerine' - The 2015 film centered on two transgender sex workers, who hunt for a pimp across Los Angeles.
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'9 Rides' - '9 Rides' is a feature film which centers on an Uber driver, who embarks on nine rides on New Year's Eve.
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'9 Rides' - The film was directed by Matthew A. Cherry, and shot on an iPhone 6s. Dorian Missick starred as the Uber driver.
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'Searching for Sugar Man'
- 'Searching for Sugar Man' is a documentary which focused on Sixto Rodriguez, a reclusive musician. (Photo: Wikimedia/CC BY-SA 3.0)
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'Searching for Sugar Man' - Malik Bendjelloul directed the film, which went on to win an Oscar. When he ran out of 8mm film, he used an iPhone app called 8mm Vintage Camera to complete the movie.
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'Detour' - Michel Gondry is behind this short film, which was uploaded to YouTube last year.
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'Detour' - 'Detour' centers around a young girl's tricycle, which gets separated from its beloved owner.
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'Romance in NYC' - Tristan Pope directed this short film, which stars Pope and Rachel Winegar as a young couple in love in New York City.
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'Romance in NYC' - New York is the perfect backdrop for this 18-minute film, which was shot on the iPhone 6.
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'Snow Steam Iron' - Zack Snyder is best known for directing blockbusters like 'Man of Steel' and 'Batman v Superman.' However, he scaled things down for 'Snow Steam Iron.'
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'Snow Steam Iron' - The short film was shot on an iPhone 7 Plus, with the Filmic Pro app. It's noted that the film calls back to Snyder's films, '300' and 'Sucker Punch.'
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'Dancers of New York' - Another one from Tristan Pope, this short film was also shot on an iPhone 6, and showcases some of the best dancers of New York City.
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'Dancers of New York' - With 'Dancers of New York,' Pope uses slow-motion shots and other interesting techniques, bringing this rhythmic film to life.
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'The Painter of Jalouzi' - 'The Painter of Jalouzi' takes place in Haiti, focusing on an artist who escapes slum life through his painting.
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'The Painter of Jalouzi' - The film was directed by David Darg and Bryn Mooser, using the iPhone 6 (and its 4k features) to shoot this short doc.
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'Rage' - Though it wasn't filmed on a phone, 'Rage' (directed by Sally Potter) was one of the first films to use phones for its production.
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'Rage' - The film, which starred Jude Law and Judi Dench, was the world's first feature film to debut on mobile phones. Babelgum was the platform that premiered the film.
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Tips and tricks - So how exactly do you make a film with a smartphone? Here are some tips.
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The right fit - Firstly make sure using a phone is actually right for your film. Shooting with a phone isn't just good for budgeting reasons, it can enhance the atmosphere of a film.
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Cinematographers - When shooting with a smartphone, your cast may double up as cinematographers. That's right, an intimate production may mean cast will film their own shots, or help the director as a videographer.
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Additional apps - Smartphones have some pretty high-tech cameras, but you may need to use some other tools. Apps like DJI Osmo Mobile and Filmic Pro have been used by professionals in order to enhance certain shots and lighting.
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Manage your expectations - Shooting with a smartphone has many benefits for a filmmaker. View it as a tool, providing a certain look on a budget. However, the lighting, colors, and exposure will never be as good as an expensive film camera, so have reasonable expectations.
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Embrace the imperfections - The imperfections of phone footage can be very effective. They can give a raw, human look to an amateur film.
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Stay charged - Another limitation of shooting with a phone is its battery limitations. Make sure to pack plenty of battery packs for shoots, and try and get a generator if you're shooting remotely.
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The whole production - Smartphones aren't just used for shooting. You can also use mobile apps to edit, produce, and soundtrack a film you're making.
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Try using a tripod - Most smartphones have built-in image stabilisation, but professionals recommend using a tripod to get a strong, stable shot.
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Get close - Most smartphones don't have an optical zoom, and actually just digitally enlarge the picture. It's recommended that you just get closer to the subject, to avoid pixelation.
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Close to the subject - Smartphones don't have the best microphones, so try to get as close as possible to your subject. Also look at using an external mic to get the best possible audio.
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How to shoot a film with your phone
Movies that have been shot with phones, and a guide on how to do it yourself
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Phones have come a long, long way. Once used for a mobile call, smartphones can now do just about anything. Just ask Charlotte Prodger, an artist who just won the Turner Prize for a short film she shot on her iPhone. She's not the only one who's made a movie on their smartphone. Check out this gallery for a list of films that were filmed on smartphones, along with a guide on how to do it yourself.
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