Here is a comprehensive overview of the movie-making process from start to end
Development
1. Idea generation
2. Scriptwriting
3. Storyboarding
4. Character development
5. Location scouting
6. Budgeting
Pre-production
1. Casting
2. Crew assembly
3. Scheduling
4. Permitting
5. Equipment rental
6. Set design and construction
Production
1. Filming
2. Camera and lighting setup
3. Sound recording
4. Direction and acting
5. Special effects and stunts
6. Data management and backup
Post-production
1. Editing
2. Visual effects and CGI
3. Sound design and mixing
4. Music composition and recording
5. Color grading and correction
6. Final cut and mastering
Test Screening and Revision
1. Test audience feedback
2. Revisions and reshoots
3. Final cut and lock
Marketing and Distribution
1. Trailer creation
2. Poster and promotional material design
3. Festival submissions
4. Distribution deals
5. Release planning and scheduling
6. Marketing campaigns
Release and Exhibition
1. Theatrical release
2. Streaming and online release
3. Home video and DVD release
4. Television broadcast
5. Film festival screenings
6. Awards and nominations
Other Activities
1. Script registration and copyright
2. Location permits and permissions
3. Insurance and risk management
4. Union and guild negotiations
5. Budget tracking and accounting
6. Wrap party and crew celebration!
This is a general overview, and the specifics may vary depending on the production. But this should give you a good idea of the many activities involved in making a movie!
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