Now that you've got everything in place, it's time to start filming! This is where all your hard work and planning is going to pay off. It's been said that an entire movie is created with the first step: preproduction. This is completely true! All that is left is to film and follow the step-by-step directions you've left yourself via the script, storyboard, and location scoutings.
One of the main things to keep in mind while on the set is equipment. It's always a good idea to keep a checklist with you at all times so you can keep up with everything! Keeping a checklist is a great way to make sure you're not caught without something essential to filming the scene like a camera or fresh batteries!
Before shooting your scene, talk with your actors and find out their personal styles. Some actors are fresh right out of the gate and can deliver strong performances on the first few takes. Other actors take a few minutes to get warmed up and may begin to deliver later on in the shoot. As a director, it's insightful knowledge to know how your actors work under various conditions in order to get the best performance from them.
If you are a perfectionist, you'll probably want to shoot the same scene many times. Multiple takes is one of the beautiful things about filmmaking. If someone messes up, you can just start again with the push of a button. However, as a director, you need to keep an eye on the moral of your cast and crew. If everyone is beginning to show signs of tiredness, it may be a good idea to stop filming for a few minutes and take a break.
Another thing to keep an eye on (or have a script supervisor keep an eye on) is continuity. If your film is standard narrative-style movie, continuity is what makes everything make sense. Observe things like the 180 degree rule and the locations of props and costumes. If something changes between takes, the camera will notice.
Once you have all your footage, it's time to take it into the editing room!
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