Before The Walt Disney Company owned a bunch of companies, and before other film studios and companies were being bought by other big companies, there was the classic Hollywood studio system. What is the studio system? While it would be easy to simplify it as the time when movie studios owned the theaters that would play their movies, there is a bit more to the Hollywood studio era. Continue reading What is the Studio System — Hollywood’s Studio Era Explained
With the release of Bridesmaids came a new wave of comedy. Raunchy and female-driven, this film is thus far the only of producer Judd Apatow’s films to be nominated for Academy Awards. From its memorable scenes to outrageous characters, there’s plenty about the Bridesmaids script that just sticks. Let's work our way through the plot, characters, quotes, and more to understand how comedy really works.Continue reading Bridesmaids Script PDF Download — Dialogue & Plot Analysis
Motion pictures have enticed and inspired artists, audiences, and critics for more than a century. Today, we’re going to explore the history of film by looking at the major movements that have defined cinema worldwide. We’re also going to explore the technical craft of filmmaking from the persistence of vision to colorization to synchronous sound. By the end, you’ll know all the broad strokes in the history of film.Note: this article doesn’t cover every piece of film history. Some minor movements and technical breakthroughs have been left out – check out the StudioBinder blog for more content.Continue reading The History…
One of the more popular types of galleries major cities are seeing in the modern day is that of installation art. Viewers and participants enter these galleries and experience installations in which the art surrounds them nearly on all sides. In fact, some classic works of iconic artists are even being adapted into installations. So, what is installation art and what makes it unique from other mediums? In this article, we’ll take a look at the installation art definition and some iconic installation artworks to understand its place in the art world. Continue reading What is Installation Art — Definition, Examples &…
Die Hard is a classic action (Christmas?) movie for a good reason. It's gritty, it's full of badassery, and it's simply a blast to watch. And while Die Hard is definitely a great movie, plenty of other films accomplish the high-octane fun, action, and story of the film. Here is our list of the best movies like Die Hard. Yippee-ki-yay!Continue reading Best Movies Like Die Hard — 12 Action Classics Just as Fun to Watch
How long is a television script? If you want to write a television pilot, you will want to ensure that your script follows all formatting and length guidelines. But knowing exactly how long a television script should be can be more of a challenge than one might expect. In this post, we’ll be breaking down the different types of television scripts, defining the page counts for each, and explaining how runtime is calculated based on the number of pages in a screenplay. But first, let’s get started by exploring the differences between writing for film and writing for television.Continue reading…
From page one to the final scene, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind holds a magnifying glass to the intricacies of human connection. Joel and Clementine's rollercoaster relationship still proves relatable and endlessly heart-wrenching, and the romantic sci-fi screenplay itself offers impeccable storytelling insight to this day. Let's look inside the brain of Charlie Kaufman's wholly original and thoughtful screenplay.Continue reading Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind Script PDF Download
As a mathematical and artistic principle of mythical scale, the Golden Ratio is often misunderstood and mislabeled. DNA helixes, Renaissance art works, ancient architectural designs, and even fruits have all been observed as taking on the golden ratio. So what is the Golden Ratio exactly? When was it discovered and what is its influence on art and design? Let’s dive in. Continue reading What is the Golden Ratio — Composition Technique Explained
Depending on an artist’s intentions, a composition can be created to appear more realistic to life or more stylized to an artist’s vision. Both, however, depend on the use of proportion. Proportion is a principle of art that is relevant to any material, medium, or style. It’s just as important to those creating hyper-realistic artwork as it is to those seeking to create abstract compositions. Let’s dive into the importance of proportion in art. Continue reading What is Proportion in Art — Definition and Examples
Hoyte van Hoytema is a cinematographer at the top of his game. He began with smaller projects in Europe before shooting some of the biggest Hollywood blockbusters we’ve ever seen. If someone were to ask for a description of Hoyte van Hoytema movies, what would you say? It’s hard to pin down a distinct look or style. And that’s his superpower — to facilitate and support the director to achieve their vision for each particular story. Let’s take a tour through a select filmography to see if we can identify the Hoyte van Hoytema cinematography style.Continue reading Hoyte van Hoytema…
