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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

52:04

The Secrets Behind Directing Great Television From...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/01/18

Dan Attias, who has directed seemingly every great show from the last few decades, breaks down his prolific directing experience and getting to the authenticity of storytelling… In this episode, we talk about… What sparked Dan’s interest in directing How being a visiting series director is like the impulses of an actor What happens when two people who have different understandings collide The importance of connecting to the script and truly caring about the story Key challenges of

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38:01

How to Make the Slow Time of Year Busy

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/01/13

Memorializing the celebrities we’ve lost recently, circling back to work during the lull of January and calling out the state of Alabama when you’re just trying to be safe… In this episode, we talk about… In Memoriam: Celebrities who have passed away within the past 6 months Film recommendations for Peter Bogdanovich and Sidney Poitier Why January is typically the slowest time of the year for the film industry Adjusting to stay safe when safe feels different everywhere you go Why

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50:54

How Do You Raise Money at a Film Festival?

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/01/07

Is Spider-Man No Way Home Oscar worthy? How you can raise money at Sundance or other festivals and what makes the Skydio Drone worth checking out… In this episode, we talk about… Spider- Man No Way Home’s box office record during the pandemic The disappearance of the Golden Globes and the relevance of the Oscars Phenomenon of billboards and how films cut through the noise How to get people to watch a $20 million dollar movie with a $55 million dollar cast Making a film that tells a

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32:45

Nathalie Biancheri on Writing and Directing 'Wolf'

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/01/06

Nathalie Biancheri shares her non-traditional path to filmmaking and her creative process behind writing and directing the feature film ‘Wolf’... In this episode, we talk about… Nathalie’s No Film School approach to filmmaking How loving books and writing led to making documentaries Working hard, perseverance and luck and making the jump from Nocturnal to Wolf Managing anxiety and going all in on getting the film done The inspiration for Wolf and the importance of thematic

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38:14

Nora Fingscheidt On Being 'Drafted' to Direct a Large...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2022/01/04

Nora Fingscheidt shares what it’s like to be plucked from German filmmaking to direct a Netflix feature film starring Sandra Bullock… In this episode, we talk about… How Nora skipped “Development Hell” and got hired for The Unforgivable Shifting from System Crasher to a commercial film with a massive Hollywood set How the core work of directing remains the same regardless of film types What it’s like to work with giants of cinema and dealing with the unexpected challenges of

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70:52

Licorice Pizza's Editor and DP On Breaking Rules with...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/12/23

Andy Jurgensen and Michael Bauman break down the process behind making Licorice Pizza look, feel and sound just like the 70’s… In this episode, we talk about… How Andy got his foot in the door as an editor and built his career Using internal screenings to understand the flow of the movie Process of using dailies to narrow down shots and discover problems World building with specific choices of sound and specific details Knowing when sequences work and focusing on the core of the

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34:35

Nightmare Alley DP and Editor Shed Light on Crafting...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/12/21

Dan Laustsen and Cam McLauchlin dive into some of the nooks and crannies and hidden crevices of 'Nightmare Alley'… In this episode, we talk about… Insight to artistic influences, color palettes, and cameras Making an original noir vs. an artifact or art movie Delicious low-hanging fruit and balancing realism Working within Guillermo’s bubble of storytelling Exploring a character’s free will or destiny and feeling your way through the edits Details about shooting different nights

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45:17

Why Make Movies? 2021 In Review

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/12/16

Wrapping up the best of 2021, consuming content Gangnam Style and Todd’s tinfoil hat corner… In this episode, we talk about… Acknowledging we’re now in a place where everything is pandemic created Whether or not movies should stay true to the book or polish the story Favorite movies and shows released in 2021 Being happy about seeing movies at the theater again Geeking out about filming in color vs. black and white Not knowing what’s good and the shift away from monoculture Why it’s

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29:55

Sir Kenneth Branagh on 'Belfast', Cinema History,...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/12/14

Sir Kenneth Branagh shares how his own family’s experiences influenced Belfast, his new film that focuses on adult-sized issues like 'the troubles' in Ireland from the perspective of a child… In this episode, we talk about… Making a film from the perspective of a child Sir Kenneth’s Western inspiration and influences from his own father Capturing feelings vs. facts and trusting what makes sense Notes from Sir Kenneth’s siblings and focusing on the emotional truth of their family’s

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32:07

What’s Going On With the Austin Film Festival...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/12/09

Did the Austin Film Festival bite off more than it can chew? And updates about the ongoing film workers' labor issues with IATSE and Blender’s newest software release and amazing community… In this episode, we talk about… No Film School’s relationship with the Austin Film Festival The difference between reading scripts for a studio vs. festival What is the goal of submitting your script to a film festival? Separating competition from coverage and understanding what script reading

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32:28

Dolph Lundgren On Hollywood, Ambition, and Changing...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/12/08

You may know Dolph Lundgren from his never-ending list of action-packed roles, but you may not really know Dolph Lundgren at all... In this episode, we talk about… What led Dolph away from MIT and changed the course of his life What happens when the first big movie role you land is ROCKY IV How meditation, therapy, and 'Aquaman' gave Dolph the confidence to shift to directing Making the transition from action to drama by treating the audience with respect Pushing the envelope and Dolph’s

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38:37

Why Comic-Con is for Filmmakers

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/12/02

How the NFS crew handled their first in-person event at Comic-Con and updates about the ongoing labor dispute between IATSE and film industry workers... In this episode, we talk about… Covering Comic-Con in the pandemic era Benefits of the indie-atmosphere of Comic-Con Panel experiences and crossovers between fans and creators Advantages of a smaller Comic-Con compared to past years Continuing labor battle between film industry workers and IATSE Opportunities for civic engagement to truly

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31:35

DP Robert Yeoman on Shooting With Wes Anderson

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/11/30

Robert Yeoman has worked with Wes Anderson since his very first film Bottle Rocket and shares the ins and outs of what it takes to get those very specific Wes Anderson shots... In this episode, we talk about… Robert’s entry into the world of being a cinematographer Robert’s experience shooting low budget commercials and 25 day, $2 million movies How Wes and Robert ignored the studio about what lens to use in filming Bottle Rocket What it’s like to work on a Wes Anderson film: small crews,

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37:35

Turn Your Holidays into a Filmmaking Laboratory

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/11/25

How to handle awkward questions about your job with a pitch, weird tech news, and why more production companies need to budget for crew needs... In this episode, we talk about… Connecting with others about filmmaking when they know nothing about filmmaking Opening up Pandora’s box of people’s interests, opinions, and judgments about film Treating conversations as opportunities to practice your pitch and be proud of your work A reminder that if you don’t have a concrete thing you’re working

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31:36

How to Shoot a Feature in One Take. FOR REAL.

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/11/23

Philip Barantini shares how a restaurant gig inspired a one-take feature film with no cuts and no time for traditional actor’s notes... In this episode, we talk about… How acting can help or hinder your path to directing Acknowledging imposter syndrome and pushing forward The inspiration behind filming a feature in one take Adapting the Sony Venice to film for 92 minutes 2 Rules of filming Boiling Point: The camera is never allowed to just float off on its own—it has to always be motivated

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43:01

Sony Venice 2 Drops Here is What You Should Know

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/11/18

Will Movie Pass make a comeback? Plus tech news about Sony’s Venice 2 and Quasar Science’s new light... In this episode, we talk about… Whether Movie Pass can bounce back from bankruptcy Gym and vegetables vs. donuts and movies people Movie Pass’ business model and well movies New Venice 2 and changes to color science Venice’s improvements and acknowledging smaller camera bodies are a big deal Red’s RAW recording patent and victory over Apple and Sony Details about Quasar Science’s Double

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30:51

What’s it Like to Write a Movie For Marvel?

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/11/15

Guests today Ryan and Kaz Firpo made a huge career jump from directing documentary films to writing a script for Marvel; they’re sharing what that experience was like. In this episode, we talk about... How even at the highest level of film-making, its essence is the same - a group of people making stories. The career journey of these two filmmakers. A movie the two co-wrote that was placed on The Black List (for great scripts that have not yet been produced) and got them attention that led to

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46:48

Optioning Scripts for Indie Filmmakers, When to...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/11/12

Today’s episode includes a deep dive into option contracts and what you need in them. In this episode, we talk about... The indie side of writer-director relationships. What you need in your option agreement from an indie perspective of producing and directing movies. The different ways writers approach their work on an indie project versus a commercial project. Why it’s a good idea to bring a lawyer onto your project for you. How DJI has come out with a new drone! Why indie filmmakers should

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32:23

'The Harder They Fall' and 'The Master' DP on...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/11/11

The Western is one of the original movie genres, a key part of American culture, and a great way to talk about themes that affect us all today. In this episode, we talk about... How this new Western is completely told from a Black perspective The cinematographer Mihai Malaimare’s career and how he got started. The first camera Mihai started shooting with and the differences between shooting movies on film vs digital. Shooting stills and how that informed Mihai’s career. How he prepared for

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79:44

Dune DP Greig Fraser and Editor Joe Walker Break Down...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/11/04

Get ready for tons of insight on this massive film! In this episode, we talk about... How the team conquered the challenge of presenting such a dense, beloved, and influential book on the screen. How the team tried to keep elements of the book that may not be the most cinematic, but were important to stay true to the original. The use of montages in the film to convey speed and excitement and how the use of visions were incorporated. Hans Zimmer’s work creating the score and how editors work

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