Storyboarding Like a Tactical Battle Plan (Not Just Drawings)
Most beginners think storyboards are just drawings of scenes . But professional directors treat storyboards as strategic battle plans . Storyboarding is your blueprint for visual control. When you plan your shots in advance, you control: Camera movement Emotions within the scene Lighting and composition Actor blocking and performance Instead of guessing on set, you’re executing. 🎯 Why Storyboards Matter in Filmmaking You are not just drawing, you are designing emotion. A storyboard helps you: Know exactly what to shoot Save time during production Communicate clearly with your crew Avoid wasting camera memory and battery Some of the best directors like Christopher Nolan and Ridley Scott storyboard their films like military operations. 🧠Step 1: Start With the Emotional Goal Don’t begin with the shot, begin with the emotion you want the audience to feel . Ask: “What emotion should this shot communicate — tension, suspense, ho...