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Breaking Into Feature Filmmaking - Full Interview

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Overview

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Dive into an extensive interview with award-winning filmmaker P.M. Lipscomb as he shares invaluable insights on breaking into feature filmmaking. Learn essential skills for aspiring filmmakers, gain wisdom from industry legends like Werner Herzog and David Fincher, and explore unique approaches to screenwriting, character development, and movie production. Discover creative fundraising techniques, distribution strategies, and the importance of perseverance in the face of setbacks. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the filmmaking process, from crafting compelling titles to reimagining classic films for modern audiences, all while benefiting from Lipscomb's decade-long experience in the industry.

Syllabus

- If You Want To Be A Filmmaker You Better Learn This
- How To Become A Filmmaker
- What Werner Herzog Taught Me About Being A Filmmaker
- You Can't Blame Others If Your Movie Doesn't Get Made
- What Makes A Great Movie Title?
- Every Screenplay Starts With A Number
- Every Character You Write Needs A Horoscope
- Taxi Driver Reimagined For Modern Audiences
- Movie Tarot Cards
- A Surprising Way To Raise Six Figures For A Movie
- How To Find A Movie Distributor
- I Rehearsed For 30 Days Then Realized I Have To Shut Down The Movie
- What David Fincher Taught Me About Directing

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