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Directing Great Television: Tools for Creating Compelling Drama

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Overview

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Delve into the art of television directing with this comprehensive interview featuring acclaimed director Dan Attias. Explore essential topics such as creating compelling drama, developing strong character goals, and avoiding common directing pitfalls. Learn how to craft a story's world, elicit powerful performances from actors, and approach directing a series premiere. Gain valuable insights from Attias' 37-year career, including his work on critically acclaimed shows like Homeland, The Americans, and The Sopranos. Discover key techniques for elevating your directorial skills and understanding the most crucial questions to ask as a director in the television industry.

Syllabus

- Bad Drama Is Filled With False Moments
- No One Cares About Characters With Weak Goals
- It's Not The Writer's Job To Tell The Director How
- Biggest Mistakes I Made Early In My Directing Career
- How A Director Creates The World Of A Story
- How To Direct The Best Acting Performance
- Directing The Series Premiere Of A Television Show
- Most Important Question A Director Can Ask Themselves

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