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.
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You Can Own a Piece of A Disruptive Film and TV...
For most of the history of the entertainment industry, there has been a large disconnect between what audiences want to see and what the large studios create. In this episode, we find out how one company is changing that by re-shaping the industry in a meaningful way.
35 min
152
Darius Khondji on Scale, Scope, and Cinematic S...
On our final episode of 2022, we are honored to speak to innovative cinematographer, Darius Khondji. Darius is known for his work on films such as Se7en and Amour. Today he shares what inspires him, and he also explains it was like working on the film, Bardo: False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths. Bardo is now available on Netflix.
21 min
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Filmmaker First Steps: Anne Sophie Bine on Shor...
34 min
154
There is a Whole New Way Movies Are Marketed......
Today’s episode is our “End of the Year, Holiday Podcast.” We discuss an interesting, new method of marketing movies. Also, we chat about the first official protest against A.I. Finally, we explain the best way to promote your indie film at a festival.
75 min
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Going Right From Film School Shorts to a First ...
Today we speak to Matthew Gentile and Matt Allen about the process of filming and editing the film, American Murderer. Matthew met Matt in film school, and invited him to collaborate on his first feature film. American Murderer is now available on Amazon Prime.
41 min
156
Making Your Creative Intentions Count
In today’s episode, we discuss whether or not we care about the intent of the creator when we evaluate a film. Also, we chat about the importance of receiving advice, and we discuss why we are annoyed by streaming platforms.
49 min
157
Todd Field Tells us How to Study Character in Tar
It is great when you have the opportunity to interpret a film for yourself and decide what it means for you. Filmmaker Todd Field offers this opportunity in the film, Tár. The film takes us through an epic character study that mirrors the way we humans experience the world. Tár is in theaters and available on streaming platforms.
31 min
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A.I. Leaps Forward Again...Do Filmmakers Need t...
69 min
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How to Craft Natural Light into Stunning Visual...
Today’s guest is cinematographer Ben Davis, who has worked on films like Doctor Strange, Cry Macho, and Guardians of the Galaxy. Ben shares what his process was like as the DP of the film, The Banshees of Inisherin, which is currently in theaters.
31 min
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NEW AI Tech That Blows Our Minds and How to Use...
In today’s episode, we share our theories behind the low Thanksgiving box office numbers, our successful and unsuccessful experiences with improv, and we discuss an incredible new form of AI tech that’s got us scratching our heads in awe.
55 min
161
Navigating Ego in Filmmaking
Are you the type of person that gets walked on or are you the bossy one, doing the walking? In this episode we discuss checking one’s ego, changes in studio executives, and the things we are grateful for, this Thanksgiving week.
74 min
162
How to Get Your Kinds of Movies Made with Dean ...
There are those who write films and those who direct films. Today’s guest, Dean Craig was responsible for both roles in the recent film, The Estate. Craig, also known for writing Death at a Funeral, explains his process for both writing and directing.
31 min
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Is This the Tool Filmmakers Need to Find Their ...
51 min
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Tony Kushner Breaks Down 'The Fabelmans' and Co...
Two of the biggest names in the industry, Tony Kushner and Steven Spielberg, collaborate on a film about Spielberg’s early life. Tony shares what it has been like to work with Spielberg over the years. The film, 'The Fabelmans' is in limited release Nov 11 and everywhere Nov 23.
22 min
165
You Finished Your Screenplay. Now What?
Writing screenplays in our present time is challenging for a variety of reasons. There is more competition, lack of mentors, and less avid readers out there. In this episode, we cover what you should do as a screenplay writer when facing these challenges.
63 min
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“Smile” Director and DP Share the Secret Rules ...
In today’s episode, we talk to director Parker Finn and cinematographer Charlie Sarroff about working together on the set of horror film, Smile. They share their special process of creating the film. Smile is in theaters now!
40 min
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How to Get Commercial Directing Gigs and Brand ...
It’s smart to figure out the box you want to be in, since the industry is going to put you in a box anyway. Then you need to learn to appreciate your time in that box.
52 min
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How This 15 Year Old Shot a Horror Short and Go...
30 min
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How to Give Notes That Help and What AI Will Do...
Note-giving is an art unto itself... if you want to get desired results
54 min
170
Paul Feig Teaches Us the Nuances of Comedy and ...
Want to be a filmmaker? Then you have to be confident enough to have no confidence in yourself. This is the advice from Paul Feig, director of films such as Bridesmaids and television shows like The Office and Nurse Jackie.
28 min
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When and How to "Run and Gun" Wisely
What do large studios, “run and gun” filmmakers, and project stakeholders all have in common? They lack humility.
52 min
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How Can You Option Valuable IP and Get it Made ...
Josh Gordon and Will Speck are the directing duo behind the film, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile. This duo explains the complex process of adapting a well-loved, children’s book to the big screen.
38 min
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Box Office Smarts for Filmmakers or How To Make...
Why is there such a weird fixation on the box office numbers from the first three days of film’s release? We don’t think a film’s success should be determined this way.
51 min
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"Bodies Bodies Bodies" Director Halina Reijn Sh...
Preparation, preparation, preparation. Director, Halina Reign, shares why it is important to prepare before filming and how she prepared for her film, Bodies Bodies Bodies.
34 min
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How to Stay Healthy During #SetLife
Your brain is part of your body. The way you eat on set will affect how you think on set.
56 min