This is the first time I'll be making a video where I try to light the scene with anything but practical lights, and where I'm following a script and using a decent camera. The movie will mostly take place in houses, with actors talking. I figured I'd light the scene using a 3-point lighting system, but I've only read about it. I have 1000W of lighting from home depot, I think they're halogen lights. The problem with this is that they're bright, but I need a fill light and a background light. There is also shots that are on location, and I've never had to do location lighting, or any lighting, before. I need to shoot some scenes at night, but these are not on location.
I've been studying movies for a few months now, since I started writing the script for my drama. I figured out that the biggest difference between all my own productions and professional productions is lighting. That makes a huge difference. Before I shoot my film I want to have a firm knowledge of lighting. I was hoping someone could point me in the right direction for lighting guides, but I am about to search google. This is my first time at this forum and I know I'm stupid for asking questions that I should've researched first. I think the night lighting will be the most difficult. Thanks.
