CineFlo Resources

Filmmaking guides, production tutorials, and cinematography references for directors, DPs, and independent filmmakers.

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Golden Hour & Shadow Map

Plan the perfect shot with CineFlo’s free Golden Hour & Shadow Map Planner. Drop a pin, preview sun position and shadows, scrub through time, and find the best natural light for any location.

Mobile app screen showing the CineLog Pro app with the Scouts tab active and three location cards (Lake, Motel, EXT Woods) each with a thumbnail image and date/info text.

Location Scouting

How to Location Scout for a Film: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Scout a Film Location A Step-by-Step Guide CineFlo How to location scout is one of the most underrated

Call Sheets

How to Make a Call Sheet for Film and Video Production

Learn what goes on a call sheet, how to format one, and how to send it to your crew — a step-by-step guide for ADs, producers, and indie filmmakers.

Screenshot of shot list inside of CineFlo

Shot Lists

How to Write a Shot List (And Why Every Filmmaker Needs One)

Learn how to write a shot list step by step — what to include, how to organize by scene, and how professional filmmakers use shot lists to shoot faster and stay on schedule.

The Shot List, Call Sheet Generator & Film Production App — Free to Download

CineLog Pro is the filmmaking app built for directors, cinematographers, ADs, and indie film crews who need shot lists, a call sheet generator, location scouting, storyboard tools, and depth of field calculators in one offline-first app for iPhone, iPad, Android, and Mac. Start free — upgrade when you’re ready.

Golden Hour & Shadow Map

Plan the perfect shot with CineFlo’s free Golden Hour & Shadow Map Planner. Drop a pin, preview sun position and shadows, scrub through time, and find the best natural light for any location.