Film Career
What is a 2nd AC and What do They do?
A 2nd AC! Any idea what that is? Well I can tell you first hand, as I’ve done it professionally for many years in my
October 2, 2018
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Acting
Interview with Actor Mark Holden
Interview with Rising Actor & Hollywood Star Mark Holden Former policeman and athlete Mark Holden is now a rising star in Hollywood. Mark’s acting career
September 26, 2018
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Acting
Interview with Alex Dower: Teaching Acting to Prisoners
Alex Dower has made a huge difference with teaching acting in prisons. The Governor of the prison he worked in Russia said that “Alex has achieved more
September 7, 2018
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Cinematography
30fps vs. 60fps
So you’re here because you’re doing a project and you can’t decide if you should shoot 30fps or 60, or maybe you haven’t started but
September 6, 2018
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Directing
The Long Take
What is a Long Take? A long take is a shot in a movie that is longer than your average take before showing the next
August 29, 2018
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Filmmaking
What is a Technocrane?
A Technocrane is one of the most unique, complicated, and amazing pieces of gear this industry has to offer. It is incredibly versatile, and when
August 29, 2018
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Cinematography
The Difference Between a Ring Light and a Softbox Light
Lighting is, and always will be, very very complicated with thousands of possibilities. Which is exactly what makes lighting a scene so great! Everyone does
August 26, 2018
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Filmmaking
What is a Call Sheet?
What is a Call Sheet? A call sheet is sent out before the next scheduled shooting day. All of the cast and crew who are
July 20, 2018
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Film Career
A Day On Set of a $100 Million Hollywood Blockbuster – My Personal Experience
Through my many years in the film industry, I’ve had the opportunity to work on a lot of awesome projects. Whether it’s one of my
July 14, 2018
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Film Career
Pros and Cons of Being a Day Call
People who day call are vital to the industry, especially a skilled one. However, being one can be an awesome experience or a terrible one.
July 14, 2018
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Film Career
10 Ways To Get Fired From Set, No Matter Your Position
You can get fired from any job, and the film industry is no different. First, do me a favour and don’t do any of these
July 14, 2018
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Film Career
What Is A DIT In Film?
Another acronym to deal with, DIT. Of course, it’s once again a part of the camera department alongside a couple others; AC (Assistant Camera) and
July 14, 2018
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