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Filmmaker Wendy McColm on the Meisner Technique and her Feature Birds Without Feathers
We chatted with filmmaker Wendy McColm about writing, directing, and performing in her award-winning feature Birds Without Feathers.
Film Theory: Why Don’t We Notice All Those Editing Cuts?
Edits are cuts in the “reality” of a film or television show, so they should be jarring. So why don’t we really notice them?
Tips for Building DIY Lighting Setups for Under $100
Don’t have enough funds to purchase high-priced lighting kits? Try out using some of these cheaper methods to get your lighting right. One of the core principles …
Go Behind Pulp Fiction’s Gimp Mask with Steve Hibbert
In this industry interview, we go behind the scenes with Steve Hibbert on Pulp Fiction’s Most Famous Small Role: The Gimp.
Round Table: Scream Queens on What Every Horror Director Needs to Know
For this interview, we sat down with a diverse group of horror actors to find out everything we didn’t know about horror film production.
Everything You Need to Know to Shoot Professional Interviews
It’s easy to learn but extremely difficult to master. The interview setup is the bread and butter of any cinematographer’s repertoire.
10 Things to Know Before Screening at Film Festivals
Here are ten must-know tips for getting your film or video project into a film festival — and what to know before your film screens.
Interview: Behind the Scenes with Producer Bonnie Curtis
From Jurassic Park to Dietland, the films that producer Bonnie Curtis has worked on have yielded valuable lessons. We talk about what she’s learned.
5 Actually Useful Wrap Gifts Your Crew Will Appreciate
Wrap gifts show your crew that they were worth a little extra time and some personal consideration. Here are five ideas for gifts they can actually use.
Interview: Keeping Score with Film and Television Composer Nathan Barr
We sat down with Nathan Barr for a conversation about composing sound tracks for films — and how a composer fits into the overall production crew.
Creating the Film Look of Donald Glover’s “Atlanta”
These interviews take an insightful look into how the filmmakers behind “Atlanta” created the their own unique style and look.
Interview: The Editor of “This is America” on Building the Iconic Video
The editor of “This Is America” sheds some light on working with Hiro Murai and Childish Gambino — and his Premiere workflow.