Very few directors actually start their careers by directing. It’s much faster and easier to get a foot in the door through cinematography, editing, producing, and other aspects of the industry. There are just more opportunities in those fields and…
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The Importance Of Pattern Interruption In Filmmaking
Lately I’ve become convinced that one of the most universal skills to learn as a filmmaker is pattern…
Just Work
Filmmaking can feel like an impossible journey. There’s a mountain to climb, and the further you step the…
Why Successful Filmmakers Are Delusional
Every successful filmmaker I know shares one common trait: Optimism. No matter if it’s a director, producer, writer,…
How “Efficiency” Will Kill Your Film Project
One of the fastest ways to destroy your film project is to conflate efficiency with productivity. This happens…
The Only Way To Be A Better Director
If your goal is to become a better director, there is only one way: Make more films. No amount…
Using Cognitive Dissonance To Level Up Your Storytelling
Almost every student film or early short made by a filmmaker is plagued with the same underlying issue.…
How THE WHITE LOTUS Achieves Its Distinct Tone
One of the hardest but most crucial parts of your job as a director is controlling the tone…
5 Genius Filmmaking Tactics From ADOLESCENCE
Everyone is talking about the new Netflix mini-series Adolescence, which consists of 4 episodes, each shot in a…
Every Filmmaker Needs A Competitive Advantage
The mainstream film industry is as bleak as it has ever been – at least from a business…
Why “Day For Night” Is Critical For No-Budget Productions
If there is one filmmaking trick to have up your sleeve on a no-budget production, it’s the ability…
Making many small films > making one big film
I once went 5 years without making a single film. Today I’m on track to make 4 features…