The No Film School Podcast

36:16

'The Redeem Team' Director Jon Weinbach Teaches Us...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/10/04

Have you ever wondered how you can make your niche documentary appealing to a wider audience? Jon Weinbach, a sports documentary filmmaker, shares his techniques on how to do that very thing. In this episode, we talk about… What influenced Jon to pursue documentary filmmaking His background as a journalist for the Wall Street Journal Jon’s journey with sports docs such as 30 for 30 and The Last Dance The Redeem Team, a film about the 2008 U.S. Olympic Men's Basketball team Developing a

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57:02

How Do You Make Money While Pursuing a Filmmaking...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/09/30

Your confidence is low and so is your bank account. You are lacking work opportunities and need consistent work. In this episode, we discuss the steps you need to take to overcome this common struggle. In this episode, we talk about… Using A.I. voice generators for iconic characters instead of going for a fresh take Weird casting traditions on TV shows of the past Tom Hanks’ debut novel, The Making of Another Motion Picture Masterpiece What we think Hanks’ best films are Being a movie slut -

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50:43

Debunking and Decoding the Industry with 'Superbad'...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/09/27

Today’s guest is Greg Mottola, director of Superbad, Adventureland, and new film Confess,Fletch. Greg discusses how to navigate gatekeepers, his experiences working with great comedic talent, and today’s challenges within the film industry. In this episode, we talk about… Greg’s experience working on various television series, such as Arrested Development Staying confident when projects do not catch up in the mainstream How artists can survive financially and mentally in this tough

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45:58

How to Shoot Sex Scenes Responsibly, Even Without A...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/09/23

Are sex scenes a necessary part of the plot in your projects? If so, then there are ways to be intentional when filming these parts. Everyone will feel comfortable and you will get a great scene in the process. In this episode, we talk about… The premiere of The People’s Joker at the Toronto International Film Festival Classic indie films versus the “out there” indie films Intimacy Coordinators and the benefits to having one on set Being intentional and mindful in shooting sex scenes Feeling

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32:20

What's The Cost of Doing Work You Care About? Jerrod...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/09/20

Filmmakers want to present our craft to the world, and that craft is made with a particular vision. Sometimes sticking to this vision means we will lose out on other opportunities. Comedian and filmmaker, Jerrod Carmichael, explains why he is willing to take that risk. In this episode, we talk about… Stand-up comedy and how it is an immediate art form Developing thick skin from being a stand-up comedian Getting the plug pulled on a major project How his film, On the Count of Three, melds comedy

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55:23

Is There Still a Place in Cinema for Rule Breakers?

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/09/15

Just because something is different doesn’t mean it is wrong. Sometimes “breaking the rules” is precisely what makes films so great. In this episode, we talk about… Famous French-Swiss filmmaker, Jean-Luc Godard The unique perspective French filmmakers brought to the industry in the mid-1900s Jean-Luc Godard and his malicious compliance to “the rules” in filmmaking Being careful in the edit room - Don’t fall in love with the temp score A list of Godard films to watch for those who are

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38:58

Face Down Your Filmmaking Challenges with this...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/09/13

Most filmmakers don’t have the resources to make a film turn out exactly the way we plan, but if we can apply the “Judo-style of Filmmaking,” we can still create wonderful projects. Filmmaker Petr Jakl explains how he applied this approach to the new film, Medieval, starring Ben Foster and Michael Caine. In this episode, we talk about… What made Petr decide to make the film about famous Czech military leader - Jan Žižka Re-writing the script and getting the script to big actors such as Ben Foster

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51:56

How to Become More Hireable and What We like About...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/09/09

For those working in the entertainment industry, it is important to learn how to: hire, manage, and fire. In this episode, we talk about… Looking to collaborate with people who can properly deliver on projects When evaluating potential hires, ask yourself these questions: Is their type of work the right work for THIS project? Is their work style the right work style for ME ? Hiring slowly and firing quickly Giving feedback and asking for feedback Having the right attitude - Be willing to

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36:12

How to Find Your Way Into the Industry with Jessica...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/09/06

We are joined by Jessica Thompson whose feature film, The Light of the Moon, won the Audience Award for Best Narrative Film at the SXSW Film Festival in 2017. Thompson explains how she got started in the film industry and shares her approach to choosing projects to work on. In this episode, we talk about… Being influenced by her favorite filmmakers - She decided to start her career as an editor Moving from Australia to New York City for better opportunities in the film industry Thompson’s

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28:48

Joe Dante Believes You Can Create Amazing Things

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/09/02

We are joined by legendary filmmaker, Joe Dante, who directed movies like Gremlins, The Howling, and Innerspace. A true cinephile, Joe shares his experiences of working with great collaborators such as Spielberg and Corman. He also explains that while filmmaking has changed since he started, newer filmmakers still have the opportunity to create great films. In this episode, we talk about… Working for Roger Corman at the beginning of Joe’s career How Joe first became a “film nut” The influence

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58:51

When is the Right Time to Take Big Career Swings?

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/09/01

When thinking of making a big career swing, we have all asked ourselves the question, “What’s the right move here?” Making big swings can be tricky since there is no way to know what the outcome will be and if we are making the right decision. Charles, Todd, GG, and George give their insight into this tricky situation. In this episode, we talk about… Changes happening at Warner Bros and how their branding approach seems like a bad idea Should filmmakers put themselves in a box by self identifying

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37:59

Yes, You Can Still Do This... and Audiences Need You to!

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/08/30

Unfortunately it seems that many filmmakers are holding back from making comedy films. Comedy is a necessary genre and thankfully we still have some filmmakers who are producing hilarious films that meet audience needs. John Hamburg, from Meet the Parents and Zoolander, shares his process for creating great comedies. In this episode, we talk about… Me Time, John’s latest film that is now available on Netflix John’s opinion on why there are less comedies on the big screen Finding out what needs

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52:02

China Sends Hollywood a Message

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/08/27

Do you think the success of a film should be measured on how many markets it reaches and how much money it generates? The average filmmaker needs to remember that they do not have to appeal to everyone in order to be successful. In this episode, we talk about… MoviePass returning with tiered platform prices How you can watch ads to earn movie credits by allowing the app to track your eye movement China’s request for movies that are catered to their culture, customs, and audience The two

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36:35

How to Identify Your Filmmaking Voice and Expand...

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2022/08/23

Filmmaker, actor, & writer Cherien Dabis shares how navigating clashing cultures and embracing multiple perspectives expanded her voice and helped grow her career… In this episode, we talk about… How dangerous stereotypes inspired Cherien to become a storyteller Embracing the outsider perspective in both Arab and American cultures Transitioning from festivals to working with comedy legends Seizing opportunities to learn and a reminder to not take yourself too seriously Advice for

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59:39

How Can You Navigate Hollywood if You Aren't Rich or...

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2022/08/18

Reacting to Sydney Sweeney’s hot take about income struggles…shedding light on the litany of inequalities of the film industry, and tech news about Aputure’s latest tube lighting… In this episode, we talk about… Context of Sydney Sweeney’s life and making rich people problems relative How residual payouts for actors has changed due to streaming Recognizing the impact of wealth and family connections in the film industry Acknowledging income, housing, and information inequality The

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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...

The No Film School Podcast ·

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?

The No Film School Podcast ·

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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