Dive into a comprehensive 2-hour 50-minute interview exploring the business and craft of filmmaking with director Ben Medina. Gain insights on crucial decisions like choosing between film school and hands-on experience, transitioning from other careers to filmmaking, and working internationally. Discover the intricacies of screenplay writing, including style differences when directors write, time management, and key elements of great storytelling. Learn about branding, marketing, and unconventional approaches to cinematography. Get practical advice on crew expectations, equipment choices, and production insurance. Uncover hidden aspects of movie-making and receive valuable guidance for first-time feature film directors. This in-depth conversation covers a wide range of topics essential for aspiring filmmakers and industry professionals alike.
Overview
Syllabus
- Pay For Film School Or Get Paid To Learn Filmmaking?
- You Won't Know Your Artistic Dream Until You Do The Work
- Why I Chose To Be A Filmmaker Over Being An Attorney
- How Does An American Director End Up Working In New Zealand?
- Branding And Filmmaking: What Filmmakers Should Know About Marketing
- When A Director Writes A Screenplay It Has A Different Style And Tone
- Writing A Screenplay 6 Months Before Production
- Key Questions I Asked When Writing My First Screenplay
- 6 Months To Write A Screenplay For A Crime Thriller Movie
- 4 Key Elements To Writing A Great Story
- Filmmaking Advice From David Fincher I Think About Most Often
- Leaving LA To Be A Filmmaker
- How Does An Actor Become An Assassin?
- An Approach To Cinematography That Is The Opposite Of Most Directors
- What Expectations Should A Director Have For Crew Members?
- Advice For Filmmakers On Expensive Lenses And Production Insurance
- What No One Tells You About Making A Movie
- Advice To Filmmakers Preparing To Make Their First Feature Film
Taught by
Film Courage
