Martin Scorsese directed movies make up some of the greatest films ever made. While they seem larger than life, they're made by a thoughtful craftsman who brings an undeniable style to filmmaking.In this post, we will quickly look at the Martin Scorsese filmography, and then layout the directing style, script trends, and editing techniques used by Martin Scorsese and his filmmaking teams over the years.Alright, pictures up. Continue reading Martin Scorsese Directed Movies: Interviews and Quotes on his Filmmaking Techniques
Is there anything more fun than an epic fight scene? They don’t win Oscars, but the best stay with you. And when written well, they can say as much as any other scene in the most serious dramas.Many writers struggle with how to write action scenes. They think because they don't know martial arts, they don't know how to write a fight scene. Nothing could be further from the truth.Follow our sage advice and you'll be writing amazing fight scenes.Continue reading Mastering the Screenplay: How to Write an Epic Fight Scene
As you may have experienced, securing the perfect film location isn’t always easy, and it’s rarely affordable. However, great filmmaking is not just about location, it’s also about how you set the scene. The impact a setting can have on the scene it supports is monumental. Let's take a look at how Oscar winning films use doors in their moviesContinue reading How These Oscar Winning Films Use Doors To Tell Better Stories
Akira Kurosawa said, “To be an artist means never to avert one’s eyes.”Throughout a long and varied filmography, the Japanese auteur compelled his audiences through scenes of loving intimacy as well as suspenseful drama.Continue reading How To Create A Movie Color Palette Like Akira Kurosawa
The first shot in a film may not be the flashiest, but it’s packed full of vital information for viewers. In this post, we’re going to explore some powerful opening shots in cinema, and how to create them in your own films.Continue reading How to Create Powerful Opening Shots — It’s Easier Than You Think
The 2000s were a weird time for cinema -- kind of sandwiched in between the indie 90’s scene and the blockbuster 2010’s scene. But there are so many great movies that came out between 2000 and 2009, that we thought it would be interesting to look back at what made them so great. So without further ado, this is our list of the best movies of the 2000s.Continue reading Best Movies of the 2000s — The Entire Decade Ranked
Director Rian Johnson movies have a distinct visual and emotional style. Which is a pretty impressive feat given how young a filmmaker he is. Most directors take a few films before they solidify their style. Here’s how you can learn to create a shot list like acclaimed director Rian Johnson -- just remember that for the Last Jedi, the star wipes were someone else’s idea first!Continue reading Mastering Shot Lists: Rian Johnson’s Movies and Directing Style (with Shot List Example)
Whip pans, swish pans, whip shot — whatever you call them, they are a great tool for creating seamless cuts and cool effects in your videos, but understanding how to build an effective whip pan is equally important. Continue reading What is a Whip Pan or Swish Pan: How to Shoot Whip Pan Transitions
Amazon Storywriter, Amazon Storyteller & Amazon Storybuilder were screenwriting tools for storytellers who wanted a cloud-based script writing option. Unfortunately, they're no longer available. But don't fret, they weren't the only game in town — there is actually a more intuitive and powerful solution out there: StudioBinder.We're going to walk you through what makes StudioBinder's screenwriting software more than simply an "Amazon Storywriter alternative" — it's an entire ecosystem of pre-production solutions.Continue reading Amazon Storywriter Alternative: Screenwriting from Script to Screen
Best Tarantino MoviesQT's Directing StyleQT Directing Tips QT DialogueOnce Upon a Time AnalysisBasterds Breakdown Quentin Tarantino’s ninth film Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood was one of the biggest hits of 2019, and for good reason. It is a film packed with great characters, memorable scenes, and Quentin Tarantino trademarks. Join us on our Once Upon a Time...in Hollywood analysis as we explore the Quentin Tarantino directing style and how he imbues his scenes with such white-knuckle suspense. Continue reading Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Analysis — How Tarantino Directs Suspense
