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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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21:27

Friction is Where the Good Stuff Comes: The Intense...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2016/10/10

Antonio Campos and his collective, Borderline Films, have released some of the most exciting independent films of the past ten years. The group, which also includes filmmakers Josh Mond and Sean Durkin, famously take turns in the roles of producer, writer, or director of each other's films. So far, the products of their efforts have included the equally dark and twisted 'Martha Marcy May Marlene,' 'James White' and 'Simon Killer.' 'Christine' is Campos' first film outside of the Borderline Films

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44:58

Indie Film Weekly 10.6.16: VR Nazi Hunters & How Much...

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2016/10/06

In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, No Film School co-hosts Liz Nord, Jon Fusco, and Charles Haine reveal how virtual reality is being used to take down the last living Nazi war criminals, and give practical tips on starting your freelance production business. We also get into New York City’s groundbreaking film fund, the most exhaustive lens test we’ve ever seen, an update from Austin's Fantastic Fest, and the controversy around Nate Parker’s historical slavery drama ‘The Birth of a Nation.’ As

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35:23

Indie Film Weekly 9.29.16: Hail the Disruptors!

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2016/09/29

In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, No Film School co-hosts Liz Nord, Jon Fusco, and Emily Buder reveal companies, gear, and filmmakers that are changing the game for indie directors. You’ll learn about a new film incubation model from Pretty Ideas, a new level of financial transparency from distributors The Orchard, and a badass new drone from DJI. We also talk about Peacock Productions’ move to unionize, and chat with composer Jeremy Flower about how to go about creating an original score for

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17:05

How to Keep Your Subjects Safe: Nanette Burstein on...

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2016/09/26

Nanette Burstein is well known for films like On the Ropes, American Teen, and The Kid Stays in the Picture. Part of her success likely comes from her insatiable curiosity and persistence in getting to the bottom of a story. But these same qualities can put her own life—and the lives of her subjects—at risk. In fact, the premiere screening of her latest film, Gringo: The Dangerous Life of John McAfee, required the presence of police and bodyguards at the theater because of threats against her by the

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28:41

Indie Film Weekly 9.22.16: Panasonic Gives Us The...

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2016/09/22

In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, co-hosts Liz Nord, Jon Fusco, and Emily Buder answer one of our most pressing Ask No Film School questions: what the hell is the difference between an agent and a manager? We also discuss Emmy and TIFF wins (and subsequent toppling of patriarchies), give an overview of last week’s incredible Camden International Film Festival, reveal a new indie filmmaker initiative that may change commercial directing forever, and say goodbye to director Curtis Hanson. Charles

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41:44

Indie Film Weekly 9.14.16: Why TIFF Matters for...

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2016/09/15

In this special episode of Indie Film Weekly, No Film School co-hosts Liz Nord, Jon Fusco, and Emily Buder come to you from North America’s largest film festival, where we interviewed Werner Herzog, Morgan Spurlock, Ana Lily Amirpour, and 30 other indie luminaries. We bring you news from the combined 60-plus films, filmmaker interviews, panels, and masterclasses that we covered at the influential festival. We discuss the significance of the festival for filmmakers and cinephiles, the cinematic

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34:51

Indie Film Weekly 9.8.16: IBC Gear Sneak Peek,...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2016/09/08

In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, we kick off fall film fest season with the latest from Telluride and the Venice Biennale, and preview new gear from Amsterdam’s IBC Expo. No Film School co-hosts Liz Nord, Jon Fusco, and Emily Buder also discuss Canon’s highly anticipated release of the C700 cinema camera, and talk about what the iPhone 7’s updated camera features—including a 12 megapixel sensor and 4K shooting capabilities—might mean for filmmakers. As always, the show includes our Ask No Film

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33:27

Indie Film Weekly 9.1.16: Drone Laws Take Flight &...

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2016/09/01

In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, No Film School’s Liz Nord, Jon Fusco, and Charles Haine get into how the FAA’s new unmanned aircraft regulations will change everything, while Canon’s long-anticipated 5D Mark IV release changed...not much. The FAA's new rules—which went into effect this week—will mean a lot not only for those doing aerial cinematography professionally or as hobbyists, but they affect everybody else, too. We discuss these implications, say goodbye to the beloved comedic actor

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39:51

Indie Film Weekly 8.25.16: The Best Budget Cameras &...

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2016/08/25

In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, we take a deep dive into the BBC's new list of the 21st century's greatest films, as chosen by 177 film critics. Our discussion includes the all-important question: Why the f*ck isn't ‘Lord of the Rings’ on there? We also address another ever-popular query: What camera should I buy? This time, we're talking about whether to go DSLR or not. In addition, we say a filmmaker farewell to Gawker.com, which shut its doors this week after 14 years in operation. As

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32:14

Indie Film Weekly 8.18.16: The Unintentional DIY Episode

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2016/08/18

This episode of Indie Film Weekly brings surprising DIY stories, from Hollywood to Nollywood and the filmmaker-fashioned gear in between. This week, nearly our entire Brooklyn crew joins in on the show: Charles Haine, Jon Fusco, Emily Buder, and yours truly, Liz Nord co-host. We cover David Lowery's rise from backseat-living to Disney-directing, the documentary film community's new petition in support of the #RighttoRecord movement, the burgeoning Nigerian indie scene, and three new DIY gear hacks

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34:15

Indie Film Weekly 8.11.16: A New Way to Shoot Magic...

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2016/08/11

In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, No Film School co-hosts Liz Nord, Emily Buder, and Jon Fusco reveal a new app that helps you channel your inner Terrence Malick and shoot magic hour like a boss. We also get a jump on the onslaught of upcoming film festivals and pick some films to keep an eye out for at TIFF and NYFF. We chat about Ava DuVernay’s upcoming adaptation of sci-fi classic ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ (and her general awesomeness) and Sony’s attempt to catch up to RED with a new RAW file

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35:15

Indie Film Weekly 8.4.16: Closing in on 8K & The...

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2016/08/04

In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, No Film School co-hosts Liz Nord and Jon Fusco discuss a Japanese company that has begun broadcast tests with 8K footage, and a Chinese one that is looking to assume GoPro’s throne with a new action camera. We also get into Vice’s upcoming nightly news show, Academy-Award-winning screenwriter Mark Boal’s First Amendment battles, and what Netflix and Amazon's increased spending on programming means for indie filmmakers. As always, the show also brings news you

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36:36

Indie Film Weekly 7.28.16: We Pick the Best Camera...

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2016/07/28

In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, No Film School Editor-in-Chief Liz Nord and Producer Jon Fusco are joined by Tech Writer Charles Haine to finally settle one of our most FAQs: which camera should I buy? We also get into the DNC's film connections, the new slate of super-trailers released at last week's Comic-Con, indies nominated for this year's News & Documentary Emmys, memorials to both director Garry Marshall (‘Pretty Woman’, ‘Beaches’) and the VCR, and some skyward drama around California's

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40:23

Indie Film Weekly 7.21.16: Has China Created The...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2016/07/21

In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, No Film School’s co-hosts Liz Nord, Jon Fusco and Emily Buder imagine the impact of AMC’s Odeon purchase, which creates the world’s largest cinema chain and might completely screw theatrical for indies. We also discuss the 2016 Emmy nominees, how Hollywood’s notorious casting scams affect indie actors, and Blackmagic’s forward-thinking new Arduino shield for DIY remote lens control. The episode includes exclusive clips from interviews with filmmakers Roar

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43:04

Indie Film Weekly 7.14.16: The Real Reason Pokemon Go...

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2016/07/14

In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, No Film Schoolers Liz Nord, Emily Buder and Jon Fusco delve into the augmented reality craze that’s spreading faster than Tinder, and ‘Helium,’ RED’s new 8K sensor. At the top of the show, we cover some ways in which the indie film world is tackling the serious recent news headlines around race and violence in America. We also hear from director Jeff Nichols about his preference for shooting anamorphic, debate Michael Shannon’s recent complaints about underpaid

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38:48

Indie Film Weekly 7.8.16: Saying Goodbye to a Film...

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2016/07/08

In this special Friday episode of Indie Film Weekly, we mourn the loss of both celebrated Iranian filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami and the world's first crowdsourced camera, the Digital Bolex. We also get into how Brexit, the Academy’s diversity invitations, and new drone laws could change the face of indie film, and we mull over the state of the commercial industry according to AdAge's most recent compilation of A-List production companies. It is hosted by No Film School's Editor-in-Chief Liz Nord,

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43:28

Indie Film Weekly 6.23.16: This Week, Indie Film Lost...

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2016/06/23

Have you ever heard of the tickling fetish? Neither had we—until the very angry subjects of the documentary Tickled stormed a recent screening. We discuss that, Skywalker Sound's new multi-directional audio tech, the tragic loss of Anton Yelchin (who was a big proponent of indie film), what net neutrality means for filmmakers, and more. The episode is hosted by No Film School Editor-in-Chief Liz Nord, Producer Jon Fusco, and yours truly, Managing Editor Emily Buder. As always, it includes our Ask No

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42:45

Inside the Minds of Film's Coolest Gatekeepers (& How...

The No Film School Podcast ·

2016/06/20

Our guests on this episode of the No Film School podcast have two of the coolest jobs in film. Dan Nuxoll is Programming Director of Rooftop Films, a screening series that showcases indie films in unique outdoor locations around New York, and Cristina Cacioppo is a New York programmer for Alamo Drafthouse, an incredible independent theatre chain started in Austin, Texas. We talk about what they look for in films to screen, how filmmakers can get our work out to appreciative audiences, and what it

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51:11

Indie Film Weekly 6.16.16: The Celluloid Debate &...

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2016/06/16

In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, No Film School’s Liz Nord, Emily Buder and Jon Fusco weigh in on our controversial interview with the president of Kodak, and reflect on how filmmakers can respond to Orlando's tragedy. We approach the big issues of the day with...what else? Movies! We come up with quite a list of summer recommendations, from our favorite LGBTQ works (to express solidarity with Orlando's gun violence victims), to standouts from the Brooklyn Film Festival, to this week's

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