Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for the Filmmaker
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for the Filmmaker from Films Gone Wild
Another month, another capitalist holiday making you feel bad if you don’t buy stuff. Valentine’s Day is in a month. And you are likely here because you’re shopping for a filmmaker you like cuddling with. It’s also that time of year when we need to pay our writers. These are affiliate links ( #sponsored) You can buy these things or you can hit a link and buy something completely different. We don’t really care.
If your significant other is a filmmaker or influencer, here’s a list of gifts that’ll make their heart race faster than a Terrifier marathon night…minus the nausea which is admittedly not romantic. It’s only four things because to be honest, I’m single this year and I don’t want to work on this article more than I already have.
Smartphone Cinema: Making Great Films with Your Mobile Phone by Bart Weiss
This book guides you through the process of using your phone to create different kinds of video and audio for TV, YouTube, TikTok, and podcasts. Okay, you got me. Bart is a friend and co-host on “Fog of Truth,” our podcast on documentaries. But that doesn’t mean this isn’t amazing info for early filmmakers. In fact, it proves it is! He’s been studying, teaching and creating films for decades. You (er, I mean your SO) will learn how to tell a compelling story with the best methods for shooting video on your phone, editing, and even getting good sound. Chapters also include the expert knowledge of a wide array of media makers that utilize this medium, from filmmakers to influencers, who give insight into the specific tools they use.
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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for the Filmmaker from Films Gone Wild
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Aputure Amaran COB 60X S LED video light
Lighting is cool. And it really helps you make more polished video. Dammit! I meant it helps your beloved make more polished video. You don’t have to get this one, but hit the link and find what’s in your budget. Get a kit, get this and add stuff. Whatever you fancy. And then plan a date night where you’re their lighting guinea pig. Get crazy. Make some films…just for you two… Or for just you two and your OF account. I don’t judge.
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Paparazzi backdrop
I know it’s hard getting Getty to your red carpet so I’m sure it’s double hard to get them to your Valentine’s Day date. And I also know a lot of you are dating an aspiring or successful influencer/celebrity. So maybe stick this on the wall and see if it sparks some joy. It’s $8. Why not?
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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for the Filmmaker from Films Gone Wild
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A Pivo for your pet or your “pet”
I got this and I didn’t realize that seeing my smartphone follow me around is ALMOST as good as someone watching me lovingly while I kick my Roomba to go to where I spilled the cereal. So get this for when you really don’t want to do the emotional labor of acting like your partner is interesting. It’s also fun to use on your pets when they think they’re alone.
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So there you have it—four gifts that are guaranteed to make your film-loving Valentine swoon. Sure, you could go for something traditional like flowers or jewelry, but flowers die and most jewelry we can afford in this economy turns your skin green. So give the gift of supporting their dreams (or latest ADHD hyerfocus). And remember, yes, it is your duty to watch their first edit. Happy Valentine’s Day.