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Interview: Learan Kahanov, DP of “Madam Secretary”
Learan Kahanov talks about his journey to becoming the DP of “Madam Secretary” — and where he continues to look for inspiration.
7 Filmmaking Interviews with Real-World Career Advice
PremiumBeat revisits seven informative interviews with filmmakers sharing their professional insights into the film and video industry.
Director Nora Mandray on Using History to Understand the Present
We spoke with director Nora Mandray about contextualizing history and keeping a complex political timeline vibrant and legible in short form.
Filmmaking Insights: The Hidden Power of Director’s Commentary
From camera selection to personal relationships behind the scenes, discover what you can learn from a director’s commentary.
How to Maximize Your Time and Productivity as a Filmmaker
These tools can help you dramatically increase your filmmaking productivity and achieve more than you ever thought possible.
Industry Insights: Editor Matt Friedman Talks “The Farewell”
Editor Matt Friedman cuts to the chase on working with Lulu Wang and Awkwafina — and the importance of nailing multicultural projects.
The New and Non-Actor’s Crash Course: Part Two
In the second installment of our two-part Acting Crash Course, we’ll discuss professionalism and what you should expect on set.
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.