Jourdan Aldredge
Dolby Cinema for Filmmakers and Audiences
Let’s explore the Dolby Cinema experience and see what makes it so unique for filmmakers and audiences alike.
Cinematographer Interview: Shooting Darkness for “The Empty Man”
PremiumBeat chats with director of photography Anastas Michos about shooting with the RED Monstro 8K on his latest feature. Dive in.
The Mind-Bending and Emotive Cinematography of Ellen Kuras
A look into how cinematographer Ellen Kuras broke into the industry with her innovative techniques, then reshaped it with her storytelling.
A Movie Synopsis: What it Is and How to Write One
Everything you need to know about writing an all-important movie synopsis to help you get your projects off the ground.
The Fascinating History of the Clapperboard for Film and Video Production
Every shot starts with one, but what do you really know about the iconic film clapperboard? Let’s take a look at its history and its present. In …
Filmmaker Interview: Jim Cummings Talks “The Wolf of Snow Hollow”
Writer, actor, and director Jim Cummings discusses shooting horror, distributing during COVID, and the future of indie filmmaking.
Developing a New Hollywood with Cinematographer Caleb Deschanel
Looking back at how the works of cinematographer Caleb Deschanel launched his name and developed a new modern Hollywood.
Understanding and Implementing Plot Structure for Films and Screenplays
Let’s explore the fundamentals of story and plot structure and how filmmakers can use these basics to create their own narratives.
The Different Ways to Expertly Use and Shoot Slow Motion
Here’s how you can expertly use slow motion and high frame rate in your film and video projects. Dive in and learn to use it.
How Filmmakers Can Harness the Power of Method Actors
Exploring the history of method acting and how modern filmmakers can work with this famous approach. Get the insight.
Adobe Max Highlights: Updates to Premiere Pro, After Effects and the Creative Cloud
The latest news and updates from 2020’s Adobe Max conference, including quick export for Premiere Pro and Roto Brush 2 for After Effects. 2020 might have taken …
Remembering the Cinematography of the Late Michael Chapman
In honor of the late Michael Chapman, let’s explore the high contrast and bright colors of the acclaimed cinematographer behind Taxi Driver and Raging Bull.