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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

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24:17

Edgar Wright and Krysty Wilson Cairns Dissect 'Last...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/11/02

We’re so lucky to have Edgar Wright returning to the show along with his co-writer Krysty Wilson Cairns to dive into the themes and crafting of their new horror movie, “Last Night In Soho”! In this episode, we talk about... How the movie is a sort of love letter to experiencing a story. The 60s nostalgia present in the movie and whether the Good Old Days really were good. The messaging of the movie, including themes of time travel and trauma. The film’s relatable portrayal of feeling like a fish

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60:59

Manfrotto Camera Movement Week and Box Office Victories

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2021/10/29

It's Manfrotto Camera Movement week at No Film School, check out all our great camera movement content! In this episode, we talk about... How Manfrotto has rolled out a whole new system that is going to make things a lot easier for filmmakers! An analysis of the features in the new Manfrotto system. The DJI 4D - a really cool new type of camera - and how it works and what type of shooting it’s good for. An in-depth review and discussion of the new Macbook Pro. How we’ve just had our biggest

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38:59

Film Set Tragedy

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/10/28

Shock waves went throughout the entertainment industry and beyond when the unthinkable happened and cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was shot and killed by a live round on the set of the film Rust. This sort of thing should never happen. The circumstances surrounding the event have become clearer in the days since, only adding to the horrific nature, even as we break it all down in an attempt to process it during this podcast, there were some further disturbing details yet to be released. Perhaps

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54:01

IATSE’s New Contract

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/10/23

Today’s episode sees the return of Good Deal, Bad Deal, along with other important industry and tech news! In this episode, we talk about... How the union IATSE has been threatening to go on strike to get a living wage for everyone and better meal and rest breaks - but instead of a strike, a deal was just reached. Why many feel IATSE should have gone on strike since they had the leverage to do so. The particulars of the deal that was reached, what they mean, and whether or not the deal is “good”

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47:47

Justin Long, Christian Long, and Justin Chon for...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/10/19

Tune in for a discussion about two great movies with three great guests - some of whom are actors who have now moved behind the camera! In this episode, we talk about... Why Justin Chon decided to star in his movie, even though he didn’t initially set out to. How Justin Chon creates a safe and open environment on set, how he works with his DPs, and other insights into his process. How Justin Chon chose and secured his co-star. The challenges of working with children. How Justin Chon went about

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62:21

Should You Pay For Script Coverage?

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2021/10/15

Get ready for a deep dive into script coverage, whether or not you should pay for it, and which platforms are best for it. In this episode, we talk about... What script coverage is and why a writer might want to hire a coverage service. Price points for different script coverage services and what those prices might include. What script coverage can lead to (there are success stories) versus what your odds of success from the services are. A script coverage experiment trying three different

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43:43

Fuqua, Gyllenhaal, and Melfi on THE GUILTY and THE...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/10/13

Antoine Fuqua and Jake Gyllenhaal discuss the surprising results of filming in COVID confined spaces and Theodore Melfi shares his experience of writing and going for the yes... In this episode, we talk about… The challenge of creating a film with limited space and characters How shifting the story to Los Angeles changed Fuqua’s approach to the film How the pandemic impacted production and why directors and actors must always have complete trust with each other Why you have to trust in the

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25:17

Bond is Back And We're Chatting With No Time To Die's...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/10/08

This mini bonus episode features two awesome guests who both worked on the new James Bond film, Linus Sandgren the cinematographer, and Chris Corbould the special effects supervisor. In this episode, we talk about... How the process went shooting the movie on film and how they chose which sections to film differently for IMAX. Setting the mood for different scenes by carefully choosing the filming location. Behind the scenes thoughts about some of the really cool shots in the film. How the team

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55:41

STRIKE! And Russians in Space... With Cameras?

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/10/07

Lots of big and exciting news in the film industry this week, including the recent strike authorization vote by IATSE! In this episode, we talk about... IATSE, the union representing thousands of TV and film employees, has authorized a strike to gain equal pay for new media (such as streaming services), higher bottom rates for living wages, and adequate rest breaks. How the resounding “Yes” vote for the strike got negotiations to start moving again. The support and solidarity that’s been seen in

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37:40

Sara Colangelo Tells The Truth in 'Worth'

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2021/10/05

Today’s topic is a recent film that does a great job with one of the trickiest types of stories to tell in film-making - true stories which the audience is already familiar with. In this episode, we talk about... The timing for the film’s release, and all the ways that makes it more poignant. The process for bringing the film to Sundance, then making a deal with Netflix, and then adding high-profile backers like the Obamas. Sara’s career as a writer and director. How she got involved with this

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49:04

What Does the Huge CAA News Mean For You?

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2021/09/30

What does the Big Four becoming the Big Three mean for filmmakers? Will IATSE’s potential strike really change the underpaid long hours of film production? And news about Aputure’s new bright light... In this episode, we talk about… Details about the merger between CAA and ICM What challenges indie filmmakers may face because of the merger The minor bright side of the merger for streaming services What the merger means for future WGA or union negotiations A refresher on packaging and

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40:01

How Two Friends Turned an Inside Joke into a Feature...

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2021/09/29

Patricia Gomez and Elza Kephat share the 15-year journey that led to their new horror film SLAXX. In this episode, we talk about… Collaboration and splitting the writing and production processes Hospital booze and graveyard zombies The arts and sciences of the film industry Patricia and Elza’s experience with perfecting and performing their pitch Letting intuition vs. intellect guide you in filmmaking The intention behind focusing on fast fashion in Slaxx What’s next for Patricia and

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41:25

Ed Burns Shares the Art of Indie Film Compromise

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2021/09/24

Guest Ed Burns is one of a very small number of filmmakers who have been in the thick of the Indie film scene since the 90s and he has invaluable knowledge to share. In this episode, we talk about... Ed’s film Summer Days, Summer Nights and how his childhood helped inspire it. How Ed selected the eclectic music for the film’s soundtrack. Compromises that need to be made to keep the budget low for Indie films, what cannot be compromised on, and how Ed decides between the two. Why Indie filmmakers

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41:40

Just How Cinematic IS This New iPhone 13?!

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/09/23

Take a deep dive into the advanced film-making features on the new iPhone, plus learn about some important union news for two different unions in the film industry. In this episode, we talk about... How the iPhone 13 just came out and it has two features that are relevant to filmmakers. How amazing it is that you can just about film a legit film on a phone with today’s iPhone camera quality and features. Aperture has announced a new light: the Nove P600c. How the WJA just had an election. How

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45:50

Welcome To The Wild West Of Streaming Wars and...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/09/16

There’s lots of important news in the film world this week that the gang is going to tackle and break down for you, many of which have implications for the future of the art of filmmaking. In this episode, we talk about... How Paramount is restructuring - the Chairman and CEO is being replaced. The new CEO has an interesting story, having ascended from being a child actor in the 90s to a director, to this current position. How Paramount has joined “The Streaming Wars” and is trying to create

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34:13

How to Carve a Sundance Worthy Doc From Hours of...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/09/14

Matt Yoka, director, producer and editor of Whirlybird discusses why he made a film centered on high-speed chases and the family behind this medium of reporting and filmmaking, and how he mastered zen and the art of movie marketing during lockdown. In this episode, we talk about… How Los Angeles Plays Itself sparked the creation of Whirlybird Focusing on high-speed pursuits and providing an emotional character-focused experience vs. intellectual experience 45 minutes of beautiful VHS

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59:39

Working on Labor Day

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/09/09

What made Shang-Chi’s opening so successful and when’s the last time you played Dance Dance Revolution? In this episode, we talk about… “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”: 2nd biggest box office opening of the pandemic Preserving theatrical releases and “Petty” headlines Evolution of subtitles and reality of product placements in film budgets Good Deal/Bad Deal: Working on holidays Tech news about Red’s new V-Raptor camera and Fuji’s upcoming sensors and lenses Links to

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33:59

Paul Schrader Tells Us the Keys To Character Study...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/09/07

Every once and awhile, a movie comes along that resonates and connects with people, becoming an instant classic. A screenwriter who makes multiple of these movies is even rarer, but Paul Schrader is one of those gems. In this episode, we talk about... The literary inspirations Paul drew from when creating the characters in his film Taxi Driver. Other iconic characters Paul has written over his career. The things Paul looks for he gets notes and who he seeks to take notes from. Whether or not

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70:43

What Could Blockchain Coming to Hollywood Mean For...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2021/09/02

Should you be a writer’s room PA? What’s up with blockchain technology and what does it mean for Hollywood? Also, is it really okay to skip out on watching work you helped create but had no control over? In this episode, we talk about… Good deal or bad deal: Kath’s experience as a writer’s PA Lessons from the bad deals and the need for boundaries Questions around the Coppola’s blockchain and the need for “Film Beans” Why it’s okay Tarantino never watched True Romance or Natural Born

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43:02

Turning Disappointment into Growth with Shawn Levy

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2021/08/31

Shawn Levy, director, co-writer, and producer of “Free Guy”, joins the show to discuss how to approach failure, humility and why you’ve got to really know yourself and see yourself to find the path that’s right for you. In this episode, we talk about… What led to Levy’s “Hollywood System Career” The power of seeing yourself with harsh clarity to truly know thyself Understanding on the other side of the hard path is a chance at greatness Reconciling the idea of your identity with who you really

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