Jourdan Aldredge
Breaking Down the Multifaceted Role of a Showrunner
A look into the all-important television or streaming program showrunner, and how you can learn from this multifaceted role.
How Editors Are the True Gatekeepers of Storytelling
A look into how editors can change the way directors think and can ultimately be the brilliance behind a powerful story on screen.
The Auteur Cinematography of “Peter Andrews” a.k.a. Steven Soderbergh
Steven Soderbergh has found an under-the-radar way to hone his cinematography while cementing his auteur filmmaker status.
A Study of Unreliable Narrators Throughout Film History
Exploring the deceitful history of unreliable narration in film, and how you can use it to subvert audience expectations in your projects.
Filmmaking Fundamentals: Using Blocking to Get Your Scenes Moving
Directing your first scene? Before you get bogged down in the technical details, take the time to plan out and rehearse your blocking.
Understanding the Critical Importance of the Camera Operator
Let’s take a look into the art of camera operating by examining what a film looks like without one. Here’s why the camera operator’s role is so …
Lighting Comedy and Creating Kitsch with Robert Yeoman
Discover how cinematographer Robert Yeoman keeps his comedies light and helped develop Wes Anderson’s quirky aesthetic. Dive in!
How Filmmakers Use Allegory in Film and Video Projects
A look into how filmmakers over the years have used allegory in their works, and how you can also give your films and video projects a deeper …
Take Back the Power: Cinematography with Charlotte Christensen
How Charlotte Bruus Christensen uses her cinematography to empower strong characters, develop signature looks, and create sound in her images.
Canon Announces New EOS C70, Their First RF-Mount Cinema Camera
No 8K with this one, but the new Canon EOS C70 shoots 4K 120p and includes all the enticing bells and whistles that filmmakers and video pros …
The Best 6K+ Video Cameras for Filmmakers
Ready to step up from 4K? Check out this roundup of the best 6K (and beyond) cameras for filmmakers. While it’s been awhile since I’ve been able …
Discover the Fascinating World of Silent Movie Props
Dealing with annoying audio quirks? Check out these inventive and practical silent film props that keep sound mixers happy.