Choosing Your Film Crew Wisely: Key Departments and Roles
By David K. Irving Who do you need on set? David K. Irving walks through the key film crew departments
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Keep the Pencils Sharpened
By Tony White Many think computers ended the need for drawing in animation. Animator Tony White explains why traditional art
Mixed Emotions: Film Editing and the Narrative Through-Line
By David K. Irving The essence of cinema is editing. David K. Irving explains how editors and directors shape emotion
Putting On a World Premiere
By Sam Kauffmann Making the film is the easy part. Sam Kauffmann explains how to plan a world premiere screening
The Scoring Process: What Directors Should Know
By Kristen Baum As a director looking for a score, it helps to know what is involved. Composer Kristen Baum
An Interview with Stan Lee: His Legends Continue
By Scott Essman and Carsten Dau Comic book legend Stan Lee talks about the Hulk, his place among Marvel’s characters
Directing: Only One Captain
By David K. Irving “I set a course and I steer it.” David K. Irving explains why a film set
Tips for Working with Camera Jibs
By Jon Firestone A camera jib adds production value fast. DP Jon Firestone explains how to set up, balance and
Three Common Pitfalls for New Screenwriters to Avoid
By Jonathan Moore, M.F.A. A screenwriter’s main goal is a good story that satisfies an audience. Jonathan Moore explains three
Bradley Tangonan Discusses Award-Winning Short Film Coaster
Bradley Tangonan talks about his award-winning sci-fi drama short Coaster and how flashbacks, cuts to black and split screen drive
Slumdog Millionaire’s Oscar-Winning Editor Chris Dickens
By Scott Essman Oscar winner Chris Dickens explains how he edited Slumdog Millionaire with Danny Boyle: pace, structure, music and
Make a Film With No Bad Acting
By Jared Isham Bad acting sinks many micro-budget films. Jared Isham explains why it happens and how to cast and