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 ... Mehr
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 ... Mehr
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‘White Lotus’ DP Explains the Difference Between Shooting Film & TV
Xavier Grobet is a cinematographer for movies and television shows. He is known for his work on films such as Focus and Nacho Libre and tv shows like The Watchmen and WeCrashed. Xavier is also the cinematographer for the Emmy-award-winning show, The White Lotus, which is available for streaming on HBO Max.
In this episode, No Film School’s GG Hawkins and cinematographer Xavier Grobet discuss:
Growing up surrounded by photography
Different opportunities Xavier had when attending film school in Mexico City
Starting his film career as a camera assistant
Meeting director-producer Mike White on the set of Nacho Libre
All the elements that make a fun and great working environment
Creative differences between film and tv shows
Controlling the look of the show
How the gaffer and board operator hacked into the hotel server where they shot White Lotus
How to pull off cross-shooting
Sharing inspiring stories of others in the film industry who never gave up
Memorable Quotes
“I do love documentaries. I wish I had done more in my career.” [7:24]
“It’s been an evolution from film language to tv language.” [16:53]
“Usually I like having a LUT created from the beginning and just stick to it.” [25:11]
“The best thing to do is to be as close as possible to your liking from the get-go.” [25:50]
“Find your own and just pursue every possible opportunity that you have.” [41:43]
Resources:
How to make money as a cinematographer
Listen to our interview with ‘Mami Wata’ Director and DP
The White Lotus season 2 trailer
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9.6.2023
49:49
How to Transition Roles Within the Film Industry Feat. ‘Flamin’ Hot’ Director Eva Longoria
It can be quite tricky to pivot from one career path in the film industry to another path. What should you do when you start climbing one ladder and realize you want to jump onto another ladder?
In today’s episode, No Film School’s Charles Haine, GG Hawkins, and Jason Hellerman discuss:
Ladders - avoid getting on the wrong one
Not wanting to be put into a box
How having a gap in your resume is not a bad thing
The best ladder to jump on if you don’t know which ladder to climb
Building our identity on our craft
How you should market yourself if you are a “multi-hyphenate” professional
Why you should consider having multiple websites
Plus, we share a short conversation with Eva Longoria, who is a great example of someone who has climbed different ladders in the industry. Eva is not only a talented actor, but she is also a producer and director. Eva offers words of advice for new filmmakers and she describes what it was like to direct her recent film, Flamin' Hot. The film is based on the inspiring true story of Richard Montañez, the Frito Lay janitor who channeled his Mexican American heritage and upbringing to turn the iconic Flamin’ Hot Cheetos into a snack that disrupted the food industry and became a global pop culture phenomenon. The film will be available for streaming on June 9.
Memorable Quotes
“The higher you climb, the easier it is to hop to other verticals.” [1:58]
“There’s this intense pressure to build our identity on these external things.” [15:25]
“There’s not a recipe. You just do it. You learn by doing.” [27:04]
“If you have a device like that, you gotta set it up early. You gotta set up the rules of your world right at the top.” [36:44]
Resources:
Flamin’ Hot trailer
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8.6.2023
45:00
How to Craft a Freaky Jump Scare With ‘Boogeyman’ Director Rob Savage
Rob Savage is a multi-award winning director and writer who is known for his films such as Host, Dawn of the Deaf, and Dashcam. His recent film, The Boogeyman, is a classic horror movie based on a short story written by Stephen King. The Boogeyman will be in theaters on June 2, 2023.
In this episode, No Film School’s GG Hawkins and director Rob Savage discuss:
Rob’s intention for how we wanted the film to be perceived
The themes of grief and poor communication throughout the film
How the teenage character helped to bridge two opposite perspectives
Rob’s process for crafting scare scenes
Figuring out different modes of terror for different scenes
Why you need to focus on one idea versus having too many options
What the emptiness of the house represents
Giving the actors the opportunity to move things around their set bedrooms
What surprised him about making a studio film
Memorable Quotes
“We’ve got to act like we are making a classic horror movie. We’ve got to treat this deadly serious.” [10:15]
“The creature really represents the dark unspoken within all of us.” [11:39]
“I’m always looking for actors who are going to bring a bit of their own personality into the DNA of the movie.” [18:42]
“The house is kind of an extension of how the characters are feeling.” [35:31]
Resources:
The Boogeyman is in theaters June 2
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2.6.2023
49:11
Why We’ll Be Babysitting AI To Avoid a Cliche Hellhole
Will artificial Intelligence end our jobs and the world as we know it, or is its “intelligence” limited? While many of us feel nervous for the impact it may have on our careers, A.I. is also opening up new opportunities to those who want to break into the industry.
In today’s episode, No Film School’s Charles Haine, GG Hawkins, and Jason Hellerman discuss:
The A.I. marketing tool that is being used to gain attention
Thinking about whether or not we would use A.I. for certain things
Why we don't think A.I. will be able to make great films
The terrifying, yet fascinating, new filter TikTok is rolling out
How AI tools can help us democratize film making
Knowing how to make the right decisions at the right times
Plus, we have a short conversation with Joaquin del Paso and Lucy Pawlak, discussing what it was like to collaborate on the film, The Hole in the Fence. The film, which draws on actual events, dissects politics and privilege through a story that exposes the fault lines of contemporary Mexican society. The film is now available for streaming.
Memorable Quotes
“People who work in the A.I. industry keep talking about how it could potentially end the world.” [1:35]
“The indie film aesthetic and indie film content was driven by available resources.” [21:22]
“The biggest skill of a working professional is knowing when you have to make a decision.” [26:27]
“Living in that gray area is scary, but sometimes it’s absolutely necessary.” [27:50]
Resources:
A.I. is about to make social media much more toxic
The Hole in the Fence trailer (with English subtitles)
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1.6.2023
55:33
An Accidental First Feature—Walé Oyéjidé’s on His Stunning ‘Bravo, Burkina!’
Walé Oyéjidé is a director, writer, designer, photographer, musician, and lawyer who uses the power of storytelling to combat bias. His debut feature, Bravo, Burkina!, had its world premiere at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. The film is about a Burkinabé boy who flees his village and migrates to Italy. When later disillusioned by heartbreak, and haunted by memories of home, he travels through time in hope of regaining all he has lost.
In this episode, No Film School’s GG Hawkins and director Walé Oyéjidé, discuss:
Not being rigid about the format you use to tell a story
Thinking more about the voice of the filmmaker instead of the budget of the project
Changing the bias people have towards refugees by casting them for his projects
How naivety can help us make big leaps and take chances
Giving your team time to work together before committing to a larger, more serious project
Contributing deeply to the local communities he works with
Why it takes decades to figure out your voice
Appreciating all the rejections you get
Memorable Quotes
“Finding your voice from the beginning, that’s more precious than any particular tools.” [7:38]
“We should not be shy about understanding why we are on this planet.” [17:09]
“You’re doing yourself and the world a disservice by not being your best self.” [49:21]
“It is better to be quiet than it is to be frivolous.” [52:14]
Mentioned Resources:
Bravo, Burkina! - Presented by Ethical Fashion Initiative & Ikiré Jones
Stills from the film: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Mjad6OiPQF8Bncp5QauS1JPPcdGicOdf
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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.