Posts Tagged ‘directing’
A Closer Look at Ozark with Director Amanda Marsalis
Amanda Marsalis chats about her transition from indie film to television, working with Ava DuVernay, and making space for actors to deliver truly incredible performances.
The Dos and Don’t of Directing Your Next Project Remotely
From testing your Wi-Fi to prepping your crew, here are a few things to consider on your next—or first-ever—remote shoot.
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.
Harnessing the Power of Rehearsal for Your Film and Video Projects
It’s time we highlight the importance of the rehearsal, as well as the actors’ performances, in your film and video projects.
7 Master Cinematography Techniques from Iconic Directors
Every director has a go-to shot that makes a scene unmistakably their own. Let’s take a look at 7 iconic cinematography techniques.
Directing Challenges: How to Communicate Effectively with Actors
Here are a few different techniques you can try out to get the best performances possible from the actors on your project.
Interview: Adam Salky on Directing Projects with Powerful Emotional Themes
Director Adam Salky talks about his approach to filmmaking and working on his recent project “I Smile Back” with Sarah Silverman.
Filmmaking Lessons from Oscar-Nominated Directors
The Directors Guild of America hosted a three-hour conversation with these incredible filmmakers. Here are the takeaways.
Tips for Aspiring Directors from Indie-Maestro David F. Sandberg
This uber-successful horror director dives into his latest project and what future directors should expect on set in this writeup.
5 Invaluable Tools Every Director Should Have On Set
These five tools are must-haves for any up-and-coming director.
5 Films That Influenced Christopher Nolan
Before Christopher Nolan was a blockbuster director, he was a kid who loved movies. Here are the five films he identifies as his biggest influences.
Take a Deep Dive Into the Career of David Fincher
Enjoy this insightful five-part video series that covers the ups and downs of David Fincher’s acclaimed filmmaking career.