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The No Film School Podcast

A podcast about how to build a career in filmmaking. No Film School shares the latest opportunities and trends for anyone working in film and TV. We break news on cameras, lighting, and apps. We interview leaders in screenwriting, directing, cinematography, editing, and producing. And we answer your questions! We are dedicated to sharing knowledge with filmmakers around the globe, “no film school” required.

tv & film

All Episodes

36:13

How to Create Your Directing Opportunities with Liz...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/08/16

Purple Hearts director Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum reflects on her journey from underexposed dailies in film school to directing a Netflix feature that has come under heavy fire for it's political stance. In this episode, we talk about… The necessity of being a student of film in every way possible Creating a sense of scarcity and leveraging lunchtime screenings Befriending TA gatekeepers and finding a new writing partner How saying what you want can lead to work like Purple Hearts Managing

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50:00

Find Out What the Hell Happened with HBO Max

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2022/08/11

Will bots get an unreleased cut of “Bat Girl”? Can women even pay attention to a TV show? A moment of silence for HBO Max employees…and why you need to see the movie “Nope”... In this episode, we talk about… Merger-specific math and tax benefits of not releasing “Bat Girl” A sexist breakdown of viewership for HBO Max vs. Discovery Plus What the merger means for the future of HBO Max and the people who love it How the right hand doesn’t know what the left hand is doing in the film

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43:27

How 'Nope' Editor Nicholas Monsour Creates...

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2022/08/09

“Nope” Editor Nicholas Monsour sheds light on cutting scenes with Jordan Peele and finding the balance between ambiguity and intention… In this episode, we talk about… Communicating with Jordan Peele without breaking the bubble of what he’s creating Approaching a script both intuitively and analytically as an editor Creating intentional perspectives and a specific language for the film Why reaching an elevated level means not forcing footage to be something it isn’t Learning what to

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60:06

How Do You Know When Your Edit is Done?

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2022/08/04

How do you maintain perspective as an editor? Can you really do nothing to get ahead? Have you experienced the runner’s high of editing? Plus DaVinci Resolve 18 and killer new cloud tools… In this episode, we talk about… What editorial perspective entails and the emotional rollercoaster of editing Suggestions for gut-checking yourself in the editing process Recognizing if you’re truly listening to feedback vs. looking for a gold star Why it’s okay to be picky about who gives you notes The

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56:54

The New Soft Skills You Need as a Modern Filmmaker

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2022/07/28

Filmmakers creating trolly news cycles and buying bots to gain online attention… Hollywood myth about keeping your project a secret to prevent it from being stolen... latest cloud storage tools by Blackmagic. In this episode, we talk about… The phenomenon of creating a trolley news cycle by filmmakers Filmmakers are buying bots to gain attention on social media Soft skills you can develop to be a good filmmaker The idea of putting your vision on the market Debunking the myth that you shouldn't

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36:12

Here's How This DP Did Something Nobody's EVER Done...

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2022/07/26

Cinematographer Bianca Cline explains how she shot the feature film Marcel The Shell With His Shoes On which is now playing in theaters. In this episode, we talk about… The necessities that stop motion needs Using a rotating camera around the subject Incorporating stop motion into a live-action movie Creating a visual language for the movie The idea behind making the documentary more cinematic An insight into cinema from the viewpoint of a cinematographer The power of music and cinematic

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58:39

Is it Bad That Spielberg and A.I. Generators Are...

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2022/07/21

Filmmakers trolling in the attention economy, Steven Spielberg’s music video debut…AI art and whether a true craftsperson or artist will always beat out a machine? In this episode, we talk about… Russo brother’s trolly comments and the benefits of trolling Importance of marketing, calling cards, and making a name for yourself Challenge of launching new IP or a new multiverse How losing a production job to Spielberg is like trying to guard Lebron James Odd celebrity projects like Dive and

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60:47

This is Why You Can Do Better Work Even With Limitations

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2022/07/14

Does Taika Waititi really believe director’s cuts are stupid? Working conditions of VFX teams for Marvel movies…a possible replacement for VFX work, viral shorts turning into features, ARRI’s latest release and more… In this episode, we talk about… Whether director cuts are worthless or worth releasing The impact of CGI on digital post-production How VFX removes limitations while creating infinite canvas problems Business tips for Marvel and Disney’s VFX department Bad VFX isn’t a lack

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71:17

How To Create Amazing Cinematic Sequences with the...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/07/12

Editors Jonathan Redmond and Matt Villa and DP Mandy Walker share how they helped create the dizzying and epic Elvis through the vision of Baz Luhrman. Elvis is in theaters now! In this episode, we talk about… Determining what to include and scratching Baz Luhrman’s itch Why Baz Luhrman considers biopic a dirty word Visually contextualizing what influenced Elvis’ music without dialogue Using original footage like Easter eggs and balancing scenes played by Austin Details about the emotional

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76:38

How You Can Benefit from Finding Filmmaking Communities

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2022/07/07

Plus we talk about comments from Tom Cruise and James Cameron In this episode, we talk about… How much Tom Cruise and the film industry has changed from the first Top Gun movie to Maverick The problem with long climaxes thanks to Michael Bay and Christopher Nolan Creating a story worth telling vs. destroying every last fiber of a franchise Scientology is still bad but at least Maverick has age-appropriate love interests James Cameron’s deliberate old-man trolling about his 3-hour

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35:25

Here is How a Random Crush Turned into Someone's...

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2022/07/05

Screenwriter Heidi Lux talks about how having a random crush at 30 turned into a YA movie… In this episode, we talk about… Heidi’s journey from Polish immigrant family trauma to writing jokes for a living Why it’s better to write for a herpes commercial vs. star in a herpes commercial Listening to yourself and understanding the power of failure Heidi’s writing experience and strong base in satire and comedy Turning adult misery into successful young adult fodder Value of learning how to

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50:09

The Personal and the Political of Filmmaking in...

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2022/06/30

This week we discuss the Supreme Court's decision to repeal the Roe Wade decision, recent tech news, and we answer a question about finding your first on-set experiences. In this episode, we talk about… Impact of the Supreme Court's decision on Roe v. Wade on the entertainment community A look at how abortion affects men Making abortion a topic that is open and accessible so that it isn't stigmatized The impact of parenting decisions on your career Parental leave in the entertainment

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31:05

Unlocking the Challenges of Directing Actors with...

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2022/06/28

Sophie Hyde, director of the movie Good Luck to You Leo Grande, talks about her career, filmmaking in various aspects, and how good performances can impact the success and lifespan of a movie. Good Luck to You Leo Grande is an actor dominant movie, with most of its scenes focusing on two characters. It is available to stream on Hulu. In this episode, we talk about… What inspired Sophie to start a career in filmmaking About the documentaries, she has made so far Sophie’s experience working in the

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42:12

Let's Face Filmmaker Imposter Syndrome Together

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2022/06/23

Serving a higher purpose as a filmmaker…the struggles of imposter syndrome and the Bradley Cooper fan club…DJI’s new releases and radar stuff…films and events relevant to Juneteenth… In this episode, we talk about… Whether we are “living in a tiresome, lame commercial culture of filmmaking” Making art for something bigger than yourself, your voice, your ego Recognizing imposter syndrome and how directors find their North Star Bradley Cooper’s beef with his film industry peers and “the nom he

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42:58

Straightforward Ways to Be a Better Director from...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/06/21

Director Jeremiah Zagar, who directed the Netflix movie Hustle, shares many valuable filmmaking lessons and how he made a phenomenal movie with people who had never acted before. In this episode, we talk about… Making an independent art film with a sports story The freedom and possibilities he got while shooting with real basketball players The idea of evolving the narrative direction through each fight How to get good performances from people who don't act professionally Tips on working with

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57:58

Find Out What's Happening to the Streaming Business...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/06/16

Why safety matters on set…cutting through the glut of streaming content constantly available…the highs and lows of crypto in Hollywood…and unique lenses featured at Cine Gear… In this episode, we talk about… Sarah Polley’s traumatic experience with director Terry Gilliam The importance of safety on set and holding people accountable for safety Culture shift around humane leadership and psychologically safe work environments How Netflix changed expectations for viewers and how we consume

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49:20

Go Inside the Editing of "Top Gun: Maverick"

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/06/14

Editor Eddie Hamilton tells us about cutting Top Gun: Maverick, building his career, and working with Tom Cruise. In this episode, we talk about… Making the jump from editing shorts to major blockbuster films Advice for setting your bar high and doing the best work you can possibly do Ultimate escapism and which movie made Eddie fall in love with the film industry Whether shooting IMAX footage changes the direction of the story Little stick jets, iPhones, and other tricks used during

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38:48

Learn From The "Sketchy" Things We Did When We...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/06/09

When should you use a contract? Do you know what a deal memo is and how to use one? Tech news about Apple’s M2 processor and words of wisdom for a young filmmaker we wish we’d known 20 years ago… In this episode, we talk about… Elon Musk’s latest news stunt and who really benefits from contracts Where ownership by default lies vs. “work for hire” Differences between contracts vs. deal memos and when to use each Advice to have contract conversations first and red flags to avoid Apple’s

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33:12

Make Your Feature by Embracing Fear

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2022/06/07

Next Exit’s director Mali Elfman recalls the journey of bringing her directorial debut to fruition during the height of the pandemic and how sometimes you have to embrace fear and failure to experience success… In this episode, we talk about… Taking a film to production after 10 years in development The beauty of creating a film crew pod during the pandemic Juggling the triple threat of being a writer, producer, and director The value of crew members and knowing productions can’t run without

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43:29

What's Your Responsibility as a Filmmaker AND...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/06/02

What business does the Pentagon have in films? Are filmmakers and film-watchers truly aware of the message they are sending and receiving? Plus details about ARRI’s Alexa 35 and first new sensor in 14 years and Fuji’s new digital camera… In this episode, we talk about… Recognizing the glorification of violence in America vs. the rest of the world Acknowledging the need for hierarchy in filmmaking The Pentagon’s surprising connection to over 2500 films Responsibility of filmmakers and the

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