Movies & Film

"Tropic Thunder" had a distinct look and feel to it. But how did they manage to get that authentic war-movie feel to it? Enter the Cinematographer.

By Diane Dannenfeldt

Have you ever stopped to wonder what executive producers do? Do all executive producers, regardless of whether they produce movies or music, share the same responsibilities? There's a lot more involved than you can imagine.

By Diane Dannenfeldt

Hollywood, Motown and everywhere in between are rife with drama. Entertainers need lawyers to protect their patented moves, melodies and movie-star good looks. But what exactly do lawyers in Tinseltown do?

By Diane Dannenfeldt

Do you think your favorite actor is really witty because of what he's saying in a movie? Think again. He has a team of screenwriters behind him. Screenwriters like Shane Black, left, and Syd Field, right, honed their skills at workshops and classes.

By Dave Roos

Three years after "Batman Begins" reinvigorated the ailing Batman franchise, Christian Bale is back in the Batsuit to battle forces of evil in Gotham City in director Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated sequel "The Dark Knight."

By Gerri Miller

In the crowded summer movie marketplace, a great gimmick can make a film stand out, provided it's done well and fits the story. As the first live-action flick shot in digital 3-D, "Journey to the Center of the Earth" scores big on both counts.

By Gerri Miller

Film set construction determines how a movie looks and feels. Without the proper set design, moviegoers may not feel as connected to the film. What happens behind the scenes of set construction?

By Dave Roos

Did you ever wonder how they picked those actors and actresses for your favorite movie? A casting director did most of that work. What goes into casting a movie, and how do you become a casting director?

By Diane Dannenfeldt

AVID editing machines are the editing machine of choice for all television shows and movies that come out of Hollywood. Learn more about these amazing machines in this article.

By Dave Roos

Opening today, the "Get Smart" franchise gets another theatrical revival starring Steve Carell and Anne Hathaway. The film showcases all of the signature gadgets and memorable catchphrases of the original, plus spectacular action.

By Gerri Miller

Line producers handle the day-to-day budget of a film, as well as dealing with crises that may occur during filming. Learn more about line producers in this article.

By Diane Dannenfeldt

Imagine if the movie you were watching didn't have any sound effects. Would it be as good? Enter the sound editor. Learn about the job of a sound editor in this article.

By Dave Roos

There's no easy way to becoming a movie director. It takes education, experience and a lot of contacts. Learn more about becoming a movie director in this article.

By Diane Dannenfeldt

Special effects artists are responsible for the magic you see in movies. Learn more about special effects artists in this article.

By Dave Roos

You'd think that everyone who works in Hollywood is filthy rich, but many of the best-paying jobs aren't the ones you immediately think about. Here are 10 to watch.

By Dave Roos & Melanie Radzicki McManus

Star Wars' is one of the most successful movie franchises in cinema history. Follow the history of 'Star Wars' in this collection of images. Mind if we come along, too?

Speed Racer and his tricked-out Mach 5 have had a cult following since it premiered in 1967. Now, Warner Bros. has turned this popular anime cartoon into a live-action movie. Buckle your seat belt and get ready for quite a ride as we go inside "Speed Racer."

By Gerri Miller

Computer animation makes possible many things that could not be done with traditional animation. Learn more about this fast-growing field.

By Dave Roos

ActiveX allows internet users to play animations and movies in their we browsers. Learn more about ActiveX.

By Dave Roos

The job of being a movie producer isn't as glamorous as one would think. Learn more about movie producers in this article.

By Diane Dannenfeldt

"Little Miss Sunshine," the hero from "300" and an uncharacteristically comedic Jodie Foster join forces in a fantasy adventure set in an island paradise.

By Gerri Miller

"21" is a movie based on the best-selling book, Bringing Down the House, about a group of math prodigies who use card-counting to win big in blackjack. How does card-counting work, and can you still get away with it?

By Gerri Miller

In "Shutter," ghostly photographic images haunt a young couple. What is spirit photography -- and could this happen in real life?

By Gerri Miller

"The Bank Job" re-created a scandalous 1971 bank robbery. Why has the story been covered up for so many years?

By Gerri Miller

The making of "10,000 BC" was truly a mammoth undertaking. The crew created all sorts of ancient beasts for the prehistoric movie -- and battled fierce weather on two continents.

By Gerri Miller