Wow, I was pretty lost and overwhelmed when I sat at the networking event talking to lots of people as usual that was basically the same level in the industry I was. I needed to meet producers and directors that were working consistently. People don’t know this but every department in the industry has to …
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I’ve talked about the importance of having a best friend in Hollywood and it really can’t be said enough how vital that is. But just as important as having a best friend is to have a great support system. A group of friends or family that has your back and will be honest with you. …
Another great way to respect your crew and make them really happy is with food. I discovered thison one of the first shorts that Iproduced. My brother and I were talking about what to get for craftservices.He’sreally healthy and into weight lifting and stuff like that, andhe looks great.Oneof thethings he said wasthat we neededto …
Today I have a different kind of tip for you. A lot of the time I’m going over what the crew can do to get jobs and do better in the industry, but today, I’m going to go over some advice from a producers point of view. It’s about how you can respect the crew …
One thing that I would one hundred per cent recommend to anyone–especially in Hollywood–is to have a best friend. You need to have someone who always has your back, someone who will give it to you straight, but tell you with love, someone who supports you wholeheartedly. I have been blessed to have the most …
One more element … contributing to a creative dramatic state … I shall call … ethics. [The actor] needs order, discipline, a code of ethics not only for the general circumstances of his work, but also and especially for his artistic … purposes … An actor … always being in the public eye displaying his best aspects, receiving ovations, accepting extravagant …
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in film and television in Hollywood? A few years ago I found a way to book two jobs a month as a script supervisor. Instead of telling all my friends individually what I did I created a wonderful seminar and now a class to …
Indie Film EDITING SOFTWARE: So now you’ve got a bunch of shots, and it’s time to turn it into a cohesive film. It’s been said that directors should never edit their own films, as they’re too “close” their creation, and might not make the best choices. Baloney. If you’re going to learn about what works …
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Once your screenplay is the best you think it can be, it’s time to consider turning that story into a film…. Phase 2: Grab Your Tools and Shoot… WHAT DO YOU NEED? ACTORS: You’ve got your characters fleshed out, all with brilliant pithy dialogue, so now you’ll need actors to play the parts. Know any? …
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You’re thinking of making a film? Congratulations! The road to a well-executed film is one of good intentions and many possible pitfalls. You’ll learn a lot, and take that knowledge/experience forward to other future films. Be excited by the journey, and don’t be afraid of failure. First of all, it’s time to first consider… THE …
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