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4 Editing Techniques That Make ‘BlacKkKlansman’ Stand Out

Spike Lee films have always stood out for their pacing. “Oftentimes, there isn’t a frame of open space,” says Lee’s longtime editor Barry Alexander Brown. He calls it getting rid of “the business.”

February 14, 2019 / 5449 Shares / Comments

Artist Spotlight, Inspiration

Cinematographer James Laxton on the Creative Journey to ‘Beale Street’

“Moonlight” director Barry Jenkins and DP James Laxton invest a lot in the visual aesthetics of their films. We spoke with Laxton about their approach to “If Beale Street Could Talk.”

December 20, 2018 / 830 Shares / Comments

Artist Spotlight, Pro Tips

Making a Wild Music Video With Mike Pace and the Child Actors

For the launch of his newest album, Mike wanted a video that would capture attention while providing a look at his quirky sense of style. He ended up with the Adult Swim-worthy clip for “Escape the Noise.”

August 16, 2018 / 498 Shares / Comments

Contributor Tips, Pro Tips

Spec Ads: A Vehicle for Attracting New Clients and Buyers

Some filmmakers invest heavily in creating spec spots, but if the work achieves an aesthetic or quality that matches the best primetime ads, the effort is well worth it.

June 5, 2018 / 86 Shares / Comments

Artist Spotlight, Pro Tips

How Guillermo del Toro Uses Color for Thematic Effect

One of the touchstones of Guillermo del Toro’s filmmaking is a vivid use of color. Explore some of the most notable ways the ‘Shape of Water’ director has used color to tell his remarkable stories.

December 21, 2017 / 1597 Shares / Comments

Inspiration, Pro Tips

5 Tips for Making a Movie Set in a Single Location Feel More Tense

Shooting a feature in a single location may appear logistically simpler, but it can be quite the opposite — especially if you’re trying to squeeze as much tension into your project as you can.

December 5, 2017 / 859 Shares / Comments

Community, Pro Tips

Before You Roll: Stay Organized With Better Shot Lists

Regardless of whether it’s a small documentary or a large production with several dozen crew members, a shot list is key to keeping your production machine well-oiled.

June 2, 2017 / 688 Shares / Comments

Artist Spotlight, Pro Tips

Remembering Jonathan Demme, Master of the Cinematic Close-Up

The filmmaking world lost a legend with the passing of Jonathan Demme. A master of the close-up, Demme wasn’t the first director to get up in the actors’ faces, but he was certainly one of the best when he did.

April 28, 2017 / 416 Shares / Comments

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