Short and feature film.

How is a short film different to a feature length film?

• The length varies - in a short film the duration is obviously shorter than what it is in a feature film.
• The story line is less developed. In a feature film there is more of a 'plot' and a more detailed meaning to the film.
• There are less characters in a short film when compared to a feature film.
• The story line (narrative) is more simple and understanding in a short film however in a feature film it is more complex.
• When creating a short film there is less budget to spend things on in comparison to a feature film.
• A short film is more likely to have niche market whereas a feature film would be for a mass audience.
• The cinema type would also vary depending of the style of film.
• The characters in a short film won't be as known compared to ones in feature films and may not be as talented.
• Short films may not be able to create merchandise whereas a feature film is able to.
• A short film will have a less popular distributor whereas a feature film will have a well established distributor.
• The quality of film may not be as good in a short film when compared to a feature film.
• Similarly to the narrative the short film will have less dialogue compare do a feature film.