Joe Swanberg’s SXSW keynote from back in 2016 is a must watch for any business minded filmmakers out there. If you haven’t already seen it, you can stream it now …
For years now we’ve seen iPhones make their way into mainstream film production. Directors like Sean Baker and Steven Soderbergh have been using them brilliantly on their feature films, and …
I’m thrilled to officially announce the upcoming release of my Feature Filmmaking Masterclass: A bootcamp-style video series & step-by-step action plan to make and sell your movie. I am offering an exclusive pre-order discount …
Filmmakers are always on the hunt for gear - cameras in particular. But too often, we make our decisions based on specs or hype in the market, and neglect to …
While my focus as a filmmaker has always been narrative work, I’ve spent many weeks and months editing interviews for documentaries and corporate promo videos over the years. The process …
After a brief hiatus, Show Don’t Tell returns this week with our amazing guest Lawrence Jordan. If you’re a fan of movies, chances are you’ve seen some of Lawrence’s work. His …
I love watching films as much as I love making them. There’s no better way to get inspired than to study great cinema, especially those films that relate to your …
In a time when many filmmakers are obsessed with amassing gear and stocking up on the latest toys, it’s important to remember how much can be done with so little. Some …
Earlier this year I launched a dedicated website to host my color grading LUTs - www.cinecolor.io One of my first initiatives with the site is to release a whole bunch of …
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