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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

What film solutions does Al Dente Entertainment offer?

We offer different solutions for different customers. In addition to Al Dente Entertainment, which specializes in image and recruiting films,wehave two other brands for this purpose.
Espressofilm offers smaller companies image films ata smaller budget. With Capitofilm, we produce animated explainer videos.

Which film solution is right for me?

To find the right film solution, you first need to clarify what you want from your film. For example, if you want to address potential applicants, a recruiting film is the optimal choice. If, on the other hand, a process or a productis to be explained in an understandable way, an animated explanatory video is a good idea, what your company stands for, an image film is an option.

What budget is needed for a film?

Depending on the type of film, budgets vary greatly. This is due to the fact that some film solutions are more complex than others in production. Factors such as shooting time, animation effort or team size play a role. In general, we offer a suitable film solution for every budget.

How does a film production work?

Basically, the process takes place in three steps. First of all, the editorial preparation takes place, in which the process and content are planned. Then the actual production takes place. In post-production, the raw material is finallyturned into the finished film. We work in close cooperation with our customer at all steps.

Why is storytelling so important?

People love stories – that’s why we remember them longer than pure facts. Storytelling can be used to tell stories emotionally and authentically. In corporate films, it is particularly important that the story reaches the target group. Movies that only contain information about your company would be really boring and impersonal. That’s why storytelling offers the opportunity to tell who your company really is.

What is the perfect content?

500 million organic clicks, a 50% increase in sales, and 10,000 extremely good applicants per day. If a single film met all these KPIs, we would have the perfect content. The truth is: No corporate film makes your company better. But really good content supports you excellently in your communication strategy. The right target groups, the right platforms and formats. And most importantly: the right stories.

Original sound or a speaker – or better just music?

Authentic, emotional statements from employees (employer branding) or customers (client branding) are valuable and great. We often cut new content for various social media platforms from the very intensive interviews. A really strong script, an intelligently told story can also work excellently. On the In the end, it depends on your wishes and ideas. We master both paths.

Actors or real people?

Actors or performers only make sense if they fit the idea just as well. Often it is the real employees or the real customers who are particularly credible and thus convey trust in your brand or company.

What is the composition of the Al Dente Entertainment team?

Our team consists of several departments. In addition to administration and sales, we have various teams working in the areas of editing, producing, social media, post-production, animation and graphics. Together, we cover all areas of the production of your film: before, during and after.

Where does the name Al Dente Entertainment come from?

Our films follow a clear philosophy. You have to get to the heart of what makes our customers tick. And this also shows the similarity between our film production and the perfect spaghetti. Al Dente stands for crisp, to the point and with a twist. Both on the plate and in a good image film.

How long has Al Dente Entertainment been around?

It all started in 2004 – Al Dente Entertainment GmbH was founded. At that time, however, things looked completely different for us. As a small film agency, our journey began in a rather manageable office. Today, we are proud of our growth, which we owe to our spacious and elegant offices in the heart of Munich and a team of over 20 creative talents.

How can I apply for a job at Al Dente Entertainment?

We are always happy to welcome new, exciting people who want to contribute to our team with creativity and reliability. In addition to our job advertisements, which you can find here, unsolicited applications can also be sent to jobs@aldente.biz.

Questions and answers about your image film

What is an image film?

An image film is a communication tool that is used to portray a company, an institution, a brand, a region or a product in an authentic way. The goals of an image film range from the cinematic external presentation of the company on its own communication channels to increasing the level of awareness. The advertising character remains subtle and discreet here.

How much does an image film cost? / How high are the image film costs?

The costs for your image film depend heavily on your individual requirements. There is no such thing as “one size fits all” with us. Our films are as different as our customers or projects. After all, we want to adapt to you and design your image film in such a way that it meets your expectations. Basically, we offer you different variants from which you can choose the right one for your planned budget. If in doubt, you can also tell us about Al Dente films that you particularly like. As a rule, we can at least give you an approximate budget.

What items are charged?

First of all, we distinguish between conception and editorial planning, the actual shooting and everything that belongs to post-production. The simple rule of thumb: the higher the effort, the higher the budget. This applies to the equipment, the shooting team, locations and corresponding trips, animations, editing, music, the look of the film and the distribution strategy. We calculate transparently and have a simple rule: It must be ok for both sides, for you as well as for us.

How long does a good image film have to be?

Standard responses are 90 seconds or three minutes. Both right, both wrong. Of course, the playback platform plays a role. A video on TikTok or Instagram is rather shorter almost due to the format, the film played at the annual general meeting on a video screen with a ten meter diagonal and Dolby Surround system may be there longer (no one can run away). In fact, it’s always about the quality of a film that decides whether it is seen or not. The last part of the Avengers has the highest box office result of all time and lasts – three and a half hours. The most successful video on YouTube “Despacito” with six billion views lasts four and a half minutes. It’s much more important to us to see how the film is received and received. And whether it is the solution for the corresponding communication goals.

How long does an image film production take?

First of all, together with our customers and partners, we always try to set ambitious but realistic time targets for completion. A typical production period is between one and three months from conception to finished delivery. For smaller projects, it can take shorter, but large film packages can also have a much longer time frame. We try to avoid quality compromises due to too narrow time windows as well as cumbersome acceptance processes. This is only possible with trusting and transparent cooperation.

What does the process look like until my finished image film?

We produce our image films in close cooperation with our customers. This means that we let you participate in every step of the process and reach your goal together step by step according to your ideas. Basically, the process starts with us finding the perfect film solution together with you. After the editorial preparation, the shooting is planned. The most visible part of the process from the outside is, of course, the shoot itself. Afterwards, however, a lot happens in post-production, in addition to the editing, for example, music, narrations or animations are integrated.

In German, in English or in many languages?

For international companies, it is often a good idea to create an image film in several language versions. Subtitles can be inserted, or, the more elaborate version, the film is re-dubbed with speakers in the respective national language. Whether and how many different language versions are necessary and in what form depends heavily on your target group. In general, there is no limit to this. A language? No problem. Five languages? No problem either. For some customers, we have produced up to fifteen different language versions.

What must be included in an image film?

Decide for yourself! Do you really want the image film that tells about the history of the company, about all the important benchmarks, employees and the board of directors, outlines the mission statement, all locations worldwide and, of course, the most important products or services? We are the wrong partner for moving image brochures. For strong stories that are told in a special and authentic way, exactly the right partner.

Is there a specific contact person I can contact?

During the entire process, from the idea to the finished image film and beyond, a contact person is available to you. The producer of your film is the one who is in contact with you from the beginning. He accompanies the editorial preparation as well as the shooting and post-production and supervises you. If you have any questions about our image films, you can also reach us at any time by phone or e-mail at
info@aldente.biz
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Why is Al Dente Entertainment the right agency for my image film?

We don’t work for you, we work with you. Our creativity is tireless, so we always produce exciting, emotional and unique image films with new and unique ideas. However, all this happens in cooperation with you. For us, people are in the foreground – our films also show that. Perhaps the most important point: We want to understand your company. Your offer, your mission statement, your story. This is time-consuming, but it is always worth it. For both sides.

What is the difference between a film agency and a film production?

While a film production company is purely concerned with the implementation of a film, a film agency goes further. She deals with the company or brand itself, analyzes it, conducts workshops and becomes a campaign partner.

Has Al Dente Entertainment already won image film awards / film awards?

Well, but hello! For example, the Cannes Corporate Video Award or the Web Video Award and many more: https://aldente-entertainment.com/auszeichnungen/

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