Alfred Hitchcock Explains Editing
Posted on September 2, 2010 in Editing, Interviews | 1 Comment
Here is the master Alfred Hitchcock explaining what editing really is, and how does it effects the film.
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The Robert Rodriguez Film Schools
Posted on August 31, 2010 in Filmmaking 360, Interviews | No Comments
Robert Rodriguez has a series of “Ten Minute Film School” segments on several of his DVD releases, showing aspiring filmmakers how to make good, profitable movies using inexpensive tactics.
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An Interview with Werner Herzog
Posted on August 27, 2010 in Interviews | No Comments
Werner Herzog talks with our friends at Killer Film about his film, My Son, My Son, What Have Ye Done, the RED ONE camera, and his upcoming 3D documentary.
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The Blackstar Warrior
Posted on August 20, 2010 in Outtakes | No Comments
All you jive talkin’ space turkeys better clear out, there’s a new bad mutha jetting about. Blackstar Warrior – can you dig it?
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Piranha 3D: Oscar Ad
Posted on August 19, 2010 in Outtakes | No Comments
Funny or Die is lobbying the Academy for Piranha 3D Oscar consideration. “Remember how you gave Denzel his Malcolm X Oscar for Training Day? Well now’s your chance to give Elisabeth Shue her Leaving Los Vegas Oscar.”
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Real-time 3D Virtual Studio System
Posted on August 19, 2010 in 3D Graphics, Digital Effects, Filmmaking 360 | No Comments
At the 3D & Virtual Reality Expo, NAC Image Technology demonstrated a real-time 3D virtual system. This combines a motion capture system, 3D photography system, and the Brainstorm virtual studio system.
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George Lucas turned to the Dark Side long before Phantom Menace
Posted on August 19, 2010 in Outtakes | 1 Comment
There was a bittersweet tinge to [Gary] Kurtz’s voice, and it’s no surprise. This year is the 30th anniversary of “The Empire Strikes Back,” the “Star Wars” sequel that many fans consider the pinnacle moment in a franchise that has pulled in $16 billion in box office and merchandising. But 1980 was also the year that Kurtz and Lucas realized the Jedi universe wasn’t big enough for the both of them.
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Ken Burns: Why Everyone Is Not a Filmmaker
Posted on August 19, 2010 in Interviews | 1 Comment
The digital revolution has made filmmaking technologies available to the masses. But the idea that it makes us all artists, says Ken Burns, is “bullshit.”
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Ridley Scott On Creating A Convincing Universe
Posted on August 18, 2010 in Filmmaking 360, Interviews | No Comments
Ridley Scott discusses the challenge of creating a convincing cinematic universe and the success he has doing so with his film ALIEN.
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Jordan Freda talks production of his travel show: “Explore22″
Posted on August 16, 2010 in Interviews | No Comments
Explore22 isn’t a typical travel show – but Jordan Freda, the creator, isn’t exactly your typical 22 year old. For the debut episode of Explore22, Jordan Freda set his sights on earthquake devastated Haiti in a project that not only aims to understand their culture but looks to help the people of Haiti. Jordan Freda was kind enough to answer a few production questions we had:
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Jackie Gleason: “The Great One” Classic 60 Minutes Interview
Posted on August 15, 2010 in Interviews | No Comments
In 1984 Jackie Gleason held court with Morley Safer, in this classic 60 Minutes interview and explained just how he became known as “The Great One.”
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“Drew: The Man Behind The Poster” – Trailer
Posted on August 15, 2010 in Trailers | No Comments
“Drew: The Man Behind The Poster” is a feature-length documentary film highlighting the career of poster artist Drew Struzan, who’s most popular works include the “Indiana Jones,” “Back to the Future” and “Star Wars” movie posters.
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Ultimate Filmmakers Guide to Film Noir
Posted on August 12, 2010 in Featured, Filmmaking 360 | 8 Comments
Film Noir… black film. The genre conjures up images of private eyes and femme fatales – of obtuse shadows and smokey night clubs. The endless night. It’s a style and genre – but what is it? In this guide we hope to shed some light on what exactly does Film Noir refer to, how it has been used and how it’s being shaped even in contemporary films.
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A discussion with playwright and filmmaker David Mamet
Posted on August 12, 2010 in General Screenwriting, Interviews | No Comments
Charlie Rose has a conversation with playwright and filmmaker David Mamet who talks about his book “Bambi vs. Godzilla” which serves as an insider’s look at and critique of the entertainment business.
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Alfred Hitchcock On Mastering Cinematic Tension
Posted on August 11, 2010 in Filmmaking 360, Interviews | 1 Comment
Alfred Hitchcock explains how to inject emotional tension into a scene during an AFI Master seminar.
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