The No Film School Podcast

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...

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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

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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,...

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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

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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

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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?

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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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24:17

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

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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

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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...

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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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