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Interview: Director Ernie Gilbert on His Sci-Fi Short Film “Nine Minutes”
Ernie Gilbert opens up about his journey from acclaimed Hollywood editor to director — and his new sci-fi short film Nine Minutes.
The New and Non-Actor’s Crash Course: Part One
In the first of our two-part series, we’ll cover some things you’ll need to know as an actor (or filmmaker) if you’re going to be in front …
Interview: “The Man in the High Castle” Cinematographer Gonzalo Amat
From The Man in the High Castle to Happy!, Cinematographer Gonzalo Amat shares the who, what, and why behind the production’s creative choices.
Should You Move Quickly or Take Your Time with a No-Budget Short?
Hurry up and film like a crazy person, or take your time? In this article, we examine both approaches to no-budget short film production.
4 Quick, Helpful Fixes for Stimulating a Compelling Interview
When staging an interview, there are obstacles for both the interviewer and interviewee. Here are a few tricks that can make your interview shine.
Industry Interview with John Downer of Discovery’s SERENGETI
PremiumBeat spoke with John Downer about his new nature documentary SERENGETI, following different species of animals throughout Africa.
Practical Tips for Avoiding Stress and Saving Time as a Solo Filmmaker
Here are some common sense tips and methods to help you relieve stress and save time on your next adventure as a solo filmmaker.
From Jason Bourne to Indiana Jones, This Is the Secret to Better Action Scenes
Learn how to create a more cohesive action sequence when dealing with hand-to-hand combat, as well as long-range action scenes.
Genre Insights: 5 Things You Need to Make an Action Movie
If you’re looking to dive into the ultimate film genre, here are five things you need when making an action short or feature.
Industry Insights: “Hulu’s Das Boot” Composer Matthias Weber
Premium Beat interviewed Das Boot’s composer, Matthias Weber, on his approach to the sequel to Wolfgang Petersen’s iconic 1981 feature film.
Why We’re in the Golden Age of Documentary Filmmaking
We’re in the golden age of documentary filmmaking, and these films have now become as cinematically entertaining as their narrative counterparts.
5 Tips on How to Create a Great Short Documentary Film
Documentaries are a right of passage for any filmmaker. In this article, we’ll look at five ways you can take your short documentary to the next level.