Filmmaking

New York Film Academy Australia alum Leroy Button started his professional career even before graduating the Filmmaking program in 2018. He’s worked on several professional ...
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There are any number of reasons you might have a limited amount of time to create a short film (even from scratch), including intentionally for ...
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Building a Brand as a Filmmaker
Scorsese. Tarantino. Sometimes a name alone can signify a brand. We can instantly identify signature styles, techniques, work ethic, personality ...
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The introduction of sound was perhaps the most dramatic advancement in the history of film. From chilling sound effects and atmospheric music to the witty ...
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Who could forget Heath Ledger’s Joker applauding Gordon in The Dark Knight or Anthony Hopkins’ Hannibal Lecter making the “hsss” sound in The Silence of ...
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Every year tens of thousands of students across the country graduate with film degrees and get ready to join the workforce. Some of these graduates ...
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An image system is an image or a motif that is repeated during a film. The audience is watching it but they’re not aware of ...
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Anyone with dreams of becoming a successful filmmaker has probably seen a good number of movies in their lifetime — in fact, for many of ...
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If you’re a filmmaker on a tight budget, you may not be able to afford the best locations, and hiring a scout can be a ...
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There’s an old saying that goes, “there’s no such thing as a free lunch.” Well, there’s no such thing as totally free storyboarding software. However, ...
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Alright, so you’ve just graduated and you’re eager to make your first feature film. And you’re broke. Let’s just assume everyone reading this is broke. ...
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Let’s be honest: Many student filmmakers don’t have the time, money, or knowledge to produce a film of professional quality. Students at the New York ...
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At the New York Film Academy, students in our filmmaking program learn from the best. Starting on day one through hands-on experience, students learn how ...
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After watching a great movie, few people ever sit back and think about how much work it took to make. They may check out how ...
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For independent filmmakers and those just starting out, managing production value can be tricky. You want your film to look and sound great, and that ...
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Nothing speaks to the independent filmmaking spirit quite like crowdfunding. Not only can you get your project made without relying on traditional top-down sources, but ...
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All movies aim to grab the viewer right from the start and keep their attention for the next couple of hours, but great title sequences ...
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Production designers may not be as well-known outside the film industry as directors, writers, and producers, but aspiring filmmakers learn very quickly that movies can ...
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Film festivals used to be the only way for indie filmmakers to find exposure and, if lucky, a distributer. But with the explosion of video ...
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In a time when everyone wants to be the next great filmmaker, the task of standing out can seem daunting. The following are a few ...
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Every person dreaming of becoming a professional filmmaker had that same special moment: You were watching perhaps one of your favorite films of all time ...
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Animals with GoPros may not have gone to film school or won any Oscar awards, but they may have something to teach us about filmmaking.
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How to Plan an Effective Shooting Schedule
Given that it can quite literally make or break a production, the value of a good shooting schedule cannot ...
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Film business plans. Whether you’ve learned how to make one in film school or not, it’s likely that it’s an essential aspect of your production that ...
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Or, more importantly, how do you find the right producer for your film?
It’s a daunting prospect for any filmmaker, let alone for independent filmmakers who ...
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Social media marketing.
Few words strike quite as much dread in a filmmaker’s heart than these, save for perhaps “film business plan,” but today we’re going ...
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Over the past year, we’ve shared a lot of great tips for those who are just getting started with filmmaking as a hobbyist, along with more ...
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Even if you’re at the top of your game or currently getting hands-on at an intensive filmmaking school program, it can pay dividends to do ...
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There’s no one ‘true’ path that can lead you to filmmaking success, but there are certainly a lot of best practices that can make the ...
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Using green screen — or chroma keying — is a great way of reducing costs and making your film project fantastic, even if (or especially ...
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It’s no surprise that in an age where everything is accessible through the touch of a screen, your existence is basically void without a website. ...
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So you’ve worked your way through film school, studied the craft from every angle and thrown everything you’ve learned at your debut film. Over the course of ...
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When asked about the biggest piece of advice he could give to aspiring actors, Edward Norton once famously said, “The more you do your homework, ...
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You’ve managed to give up every social occasion that’s come your way in God knows how long; sacrificed all that income and more sleep than ...
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It would be disingenuous to pretend that attending film school – or any higher level education, for that matter – isn’t a costly endeavor. At ...
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An amazing career in filmmaking often starts with a great education, and prospective students have more than a few options to choose from in this regard. Since ...
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Those who are interested in taking their acting studies to the the next level may well be considering an MA or MFA in Filmmaking program – ...
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Scouting locations for your film can be one of the most enjoyable aspects of preproduction, and carries with it a tremendous artistic, practical, and financial ...
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The first challenge of independent filmmaking is always finding the budget to do what you want to do. Unless you happen to have a few ...
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By its very nature, filmmaking is a collaborative art form and it’s far more enjoyable – and usually a lot more successful – when done ...
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Entertainment and filmmaking are famously cutthroat industries, and the amount of competition for comparatively few jobs can be daunting for those looking for a break.
Hopefully, ...
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“What do I do next?” is probably the most asked question posed by hundreds of thousands of undergraduates every year as they face graduation and ...
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As filmmakers, we all dream of being given the opportunity to direct a film with a big budget, unlimited resources, name actors, and a solid ...
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Taking part in any creative hobby with your kids is a great thing for all parties involved, and making films together is no exception. Not ...
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Although filmmaking is a highly technical discipline involving a variety of skills, making a short film is a good hands-on way to learn about filmmaking. ...
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Over the past decade, The Tribeca Film Festival has become one of the most prestigious international film festivals for aspiring filmmakers. It’s an honor when ...
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These days, comic books are synonymous with summer blockbusters, with box office records constantly being broken and high-profile names in the film industry vying for ...
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It’s been said most television sitcoms can fall into three categories–shows about friends, shows about a family, or shows about a workplace. Many dramas typically ...
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Pirate films aren’t as ubiquitous as westerns, but they’ve been a key part of Hollywood adventure films for just as long. Between the high seas ...
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This summer saw the end of an epic run of films from the Marvel Cinematic Universe ...
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Epic adventure film Independence Day was a very big deal when it was released in the summer of 1996, with an emphasis on big. The ...
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The Fourth of July means many things to many people, but one thing nearly everyone thinks about on Independence Day are the fireworks. They’re loud, ...
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Fathers and father figures have been a storytelling trope for millennia, from oral traditions passed generation by generation, to the earliest written epics and sagas. ...
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Some movies just have a certain feel to them, and summer movies are no exception. Summer movies can evoke the feeling we had when the ...
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You don’t need huge budgets or a major film studio system in place to create a timeless film. While you may be familiar with some ...
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The final victim after eight seasons of fire, ice, and bloodshed on HBO’s fantasy epic Game of Thrones just might be our Sunday nights. Thrones ...
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March 20, 2019 wasn’t just the first day of spring–it was also the day Disney officially bought a majority of 20th Century Fox, including a ...
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In terms of sheer numbers, Bollywood (a portmanteau of Hollywood and Bombay) is as big if not bigger as Hollywood. Based in the city of ...
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How many films can you name that won the Academy Award for Best Picture? Probably quite a few, if you think hard enough, but could ...
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With box office hit and the critically well-received 2018 romantic comedy Crazy Rich Asians, Hollywood has come a long way since Asian and Asian American ...
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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences have announced the nominees for the 91st annual Academy Awards, to be given out during ABC’s televised ceremony ...
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Netflix continued to dominate the television industry in 2018, coming out on top with 112 nominees at last year’s Emmy Awards, and boasted more than ...
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National Hispanic Heritage Month lasts from September 15 through October 15 and celebrates the contributions of Hispanic and Latinx Americans to the heritage and culture ...
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Although it’s usually the big-budget films raking in the cash and getting all the commercial attention, film’s greatest strength as a source of entertainment for ...
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With television adequately keeping up with the vastly different business model that became necessary with the advent of the internet and digital culture and consumption, ...
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You might be following Puppy Twitter, Weird Twitter, or Cupcake Twitter, but are you following Silent Movie Twitter?
If not, you might be missing one ...
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It’s in our nature as humans to appreciate things that stand out from the rest. Whether it’s a sports victory or a notable scientific accomplishment, ...
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Most tourists visiting New York City typically ignore the southernmost borough, Staten Island. In fact, many New Yorkers who’ve lived in the city their whole ...
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There are occasionally filmmakers who break all barriers, whose work stands the test of time and continues to captivate audiences and critics even decades later. ...
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Podcasts have been popular for quite some time, and statistics show that the popularity of podcasts isn’t slowing down any time soon. According to Nielsen ...
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By Jennifer Betit Yen, President of Asian American Film Lab
Inclusion and diversity have been trending in Hollywood, yet we are — or should I say ...
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The Tribeca Film Festival kicks off this week to once again put the spotlight on the latest independent films and their makers. Featuring over a ...
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Whether you’re very superstitious and believe in the curse of Friday the 13th or are simply looking for some great films, these movies will help ...
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Most people know the likes of Zack Snyder, Ava DuVernay, Christopher Nolan,  — high-profile filmmakers at the helm of the big budget movies getting all ...
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The greatest award show of the year is just around the corner! With the list of Oscar nominees already garnering predictions and buzz, fans will ...
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From reboots of classic television series to new spins on known movies, franchises, remakes, and old stories keep resurfacing in Hollywood for better or for ...
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There’s two types of people that watch the Super Bowl—those who want to watch football, and those who want to watch the commercials. Either way, ...
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Ah, Groundhog Day — it’s everyone’s favorite holiday, from the cute little mammal to the intermittent time travel.
Time travel?! Yes, that’s right: you may not ...
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Whether you are putting together a web series to showcase your comedic talents or nurture dreams of being the next beauty, gamer, or  film vlogger ...
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“Star Wars: The Last Jedi” opened last weekend to a whopping $220 million Box Office take — which USA Today reported is the second-largest opening ...
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[NOTE: This isn’t spoiler heavy, but if you still haven’t seen “The Last Jedi” and you want to go in cold Porg-y, er… turkey, you ...
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When you think of the entertainment industry, the first thing that comes to mind are the glamorous actors and actresses that bring characters to life. ...
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A cool, crisp breeze is in the air. Leaves are turning colors and drifting down to the pavement. It must be fall, which means the ...
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“Veep” actress Anna Chlumsky, “S.W.A.T” actor Shemar Moore, and Television Academy CEO Hayma Washington announced the 2017 Emmy Awards nominees were announced at the Television ...
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New York Film Academy Los Angeles MFA Producing Alumna and Director of Admissions Ragga Thordarson was recently spotlighted in leading Icelandic publication Morgunblaðið for her ...
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Women’s Equality Day is a holiday to mark the day in 1920 in which the 19th amendment to the U.S. Constitution passed, granting women the ...
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The Asian American International Film Festival (AAIFF), held annually in New York, is the industry’s one-of-its-kind first and longest-running cine fiesta that is devoted to ...
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Minority representation in films and other entertainment mediums have been heavily discussed, with a focus on the industry’s lack of inclusion for women and minorities. ...
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July 20 marks the 48th anniversary of Neil Armstrong setting foot on the moon — prompting the well known quote, “That’s one small step for man, ...
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Film school is unlike any other educational experience in its multidisciplinary demands to master technical skills, collaborate with others, critique your own and others’ work, ...
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by Dr. Leona Godin
On July 9, New York City hosted the 3rd Annual Disability Pride Parade. We at NYFA love diversity and wanted to take ...
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Summer is a time for playing in Earth’s beautiful spaces, near oceans and lakes or in mountains and forests, so we thought we would pause ...
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There was a time not too long ago when romantic comedies dominated the box office. Films like “My Best Friend’s Wedding” and “Bridesmaids” were perfect ...
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After a long hot day of barbecuing and baking in the sun, you might want to step inside the cool dark indoors with a patriotic ...
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“Wonder Woman.” “Iron Man.” “The Avengers.” “Guardians of the Galaxy.” The past decade or so has seen an influx of superhero films based on comic ...
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“Angels in America”
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This sweeping, breathtaking six-part HBO miniseries covers a number of important issues facing the LGBTQ+ community in the mid-1980s, including the rise of ...
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Have you even noticed how much films have evolved during your lifetime? Over the past few decades, film technology has made major advancements. Just  compare ...
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We’ve all heard inspiring rags-to-riches tales of celebrities who found their big break by being discovered in malls or whisked away from their ordinary job by a chance encounter with a talent ...
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Are you starting a course at NYFA this summer and wondering how best to use your time before you come for class? Here’s a tip ...
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Superman was the first superhero to grace the silver screen back in the 1940s. Since then the Man of Steel has had many incarnations, as ...
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The entertainment industry has its share of human rights activists, especially for the LGBTQ+ community. Whether for queer or trans rights, these amazing individuals have ...
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Many people hear stories of their grandparents going to the drive-in theater for a Friday night hangout, but do you know the history of the ...
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Wonder Woman is one of the most iconic superheroes in the world and has a large, faithful fan base. Bursting into the world in 1941, ...
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Whether you are an actor, a filmmaker or a film geek through and through, writing film reviews can help hone your ability to think critically ...
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Ah, the joys of studying abroad: new food, new friends, new experiences, and of course- who could forget?- new films! If you’re a study abroad ...
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Film industries across the globe are growing, and many Middle Eastern countries have a rich cinematic history. For example, Egypt has a film industry that ...
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It’s that time of year again! On Wednesday, May 17th in the seaside town of Cannes, France, the renowned international film festival will kick off. ...
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With Mother’s Day giving us all a chance to focus on some very special people in our lives, these films prove that there’s nothing a ...
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Each May, the entertainment industry turns its eyes to the beautiful resort town of Cannes, France, not only eager to see the film festival’s media ...
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With Mother’s Day around the corner (May 14 – don’t forget!), we find ourselves remembering some of the most famous mothers in film. Whether it ...
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Mexico City is the fourth largest production center in North America (after LA, New York, and Vancouver), and Mexican filmmakers have had great success with ...
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“The Last Jedi” is scheduled to hit theaters December 15, 2017, and that’s not nearly soon enough for die-hard “Star Wars” fans. Last month an ...
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The Tribeca Film Festival is praised for giving independent filmmakers from across the globe the chance to show what they’ve been working hard on. It’s ...
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Despite being one of the youngest events in the industry, the Tribeca Film Festival continues to draw millions of filmmakers, artists, and enthusiastic audience members ...
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When you first dreamt of becoming a filmmaker, you probably had a few names in mind. Say, Sundance or Cannes. But what about Tribeca? The ...
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Every new season, it’s exciting to see which new actors, directors, and shows are coming to your television. For students, it’s especially inspiring to watch ...
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The diverse, international NYFA community is made up not only of our hard working and hard dreaming students, but also of incredible alumni who have ...
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It’s the anniversary of the Titanic sinking, so it’s time to revisit James Cameron’s 1997 epic film “Titanic.” It’s three hours and fifteen minutes of ...
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Whether you’re a newbie or a veteran concert goer, one cannot deny that the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is an experience like no ...
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April 11 is a red letter day for all pet owners. Whether you’re a dog person or a cat lady or you prefer raising white ...
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Traveling is a great way to learn about the world and yourself. If you are pursuing a career in the film or arts and entertainment ...
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“Sorry, Charlie” — you’re not good enough. Every creative person, from writers and actors to producers, will deal with rejection at some point in his ...
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In the historic city of Florence, your filmmaking opportunities are endless. Florence is where the Renaissance began, a cultural movement that inspired some of the ...
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Oh, Bollywood! From tragic epics to side-splitting comedies, the Hindi film industry  based in Mumbai, India) has blessed us with numerous classic films since its ...
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Location can be the most important part of a movie. Production designers will painstakingly search for the perfect location to fit with the vision of ...
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NYFA’s upcoming intake dates in May 2017 mean that it’s almost time for you to begin your journey into the world’s most intensive, hands-on visual ...
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Who are the first people you think of when you hear “successful director, screenwriter, or producer”? Unfortunately for a lot of people, they may only ...
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As you prepare for study abroad with NYFA, no doubt there are a lot of items on your to-do list — but we’re here today ...
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Not all filmmaking podcasts are created equal. Browse the TV & Film category on iTunes and you will quickly be overwhelmed by the quantity and ...
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As Black History Month comes to a close, New York Film Academy celebrates the diversity and strength of its community. We had a chance to ...
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There’s nothing wrong with studying film all your life in America. After all, cities like Hollywood and New York boast some of the best film ...
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In the second part of this series, we’re bringing you six more (one is a husband and wife team) industry insiders who are blazing trails ...
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The Academy Awards has finally unveiled their exciting list of nominees. Much like every year, a mix of expected and surprising nominations have breathed an ...
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As the world hotly anticipates the already record-breaking 89th Annual Academy Awards, New York Film Academy recognizes that the entertainment industry is an increasingly international and diverse community. The beauty of ...
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In an increasingly interconnected, global world, the U.S. has continued to grow as a magnet for people from all backgrounds seeking to build a better life and a better ...
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Each year we see the movie industry evolve in order to continue giving us films to love and enjoy. And while 2016 was a great ...
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Celebrated annually in the United States and Canada in February, Black History Month is a dedicated time to honor impactful people and events in the ...
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Are you feeling alone this Valentine’s Day? Or do you and your lover want to spend the 14th of February in a simple no-frills manner ...
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The start of each year is a thrilling time to be a fan of film. In January, we always kick off with the Golden Globe ...
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As American cinema expands to tell stories from a wide variety of cultural experiences, we’re seeing more and more authentic African-American stories hit the big ...
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Through social media and emerging technologies it’s become so easy to connect with friends from all over the world, offering the illusion that the world ...
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Studying abroad opens your mind to new ideas and your eyes to new perspectives. For filmmakers, it is especially useful to look at the world ...
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Australia isn’t always the first thing people think of when they think of major Hollywood blockbusters, but Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia, should definitely be included as part ...
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The Oscars are the most important and coveted awards in cinematic history and eagerly watched by millions all over the world. But as you wait ...
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On January 16, we celebrate the birth of one of the most inspiring thinkers and activists in our American history: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. ...
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With so many great films to enjoy each year, it’s easier than ever to accidentally miss out on one or more movies you meant to ...
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It’s not just the script and actors’ chemistry that make iconic kisses sizzle. Costumes, set, sound and lighting all conspire to bring the viewer into ...
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It’s that most wonderful time of the year, and here at the New York Film Academy, we’re taking a quick look at some of the ...
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As the year comes to a close, it’s normal to experience a certain amount of sadness, regret, and plain old exhaustion. As a film student, ...
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Ah, the holidays! Many a childhood home will be descended upon by adult children and extended family, and many will find themselves cozied up to ...
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“Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” is unlike any “Star Wars” film before it. Its focus is on a ragtag group of would-be heroes defying ...
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With “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” already projected to dominate the box office with at least $70 million in ticket sales, it’s hard ...
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Here in the United States, the day has arrived where we traditionally gather with friends and loved ones to be thankful for what we have ...
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Thanksgiving is one of the most beloved holidays in the United States, but did you know it was especially beloved by Hollywood? Yes, it’s true ...
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In case you didn’t notice from your opinion-barraged social media pages, voting day is upon us. Whether you look forward to this time or just ...
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Just as the hearts of parents swell with pride and a little bit of heartbreak as they watch their children head off to film school, ...
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Very few among us could have predicted the sad end of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s 12-year relationship, which has left many fans searching for ...
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Each year, new horror films are released in hopes that they’ll scare audiences enough to tell their friends all about it. Of all the film ...
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This fall, whether you’re a returning student or it’s your first year of studies, the autumn semester can be a wake-up call if unprepared. After months ...
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At NYFA, our students come from over 120 countries around the world. So Columbus Day may not be a very familiar holiday for many in ...
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The right filmmaking degree or certificate sets you apart. With the advent of online streaming services, social media, and other new technologies, film is becoming ...
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There are many reasons why people can’t wait for fall to arrive. Some of us love the holidays that autumn brings, while others are just ...
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Ah, fall movies. Along with colorful trees, crunchy leaves, and cooler weather, these are all signs that fall has arrived. From spooky decorations and pumpkin ...
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New York Fashion Week is in full swing, which means fashion lovers all over are ready for their first look at anticipated trends and lines. ...
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For the last few decades, music videos have grown to be an important part of the music industry. Once seen only as marketing tools, music ...
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For many Americans, Labor Day weekend is a time to celebrate the achievements of workers in our country … by doing the opposite of work. ...
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Who’s a Good Boy? The Real Dogs Behind 10 Iconic Canine Roles
There are more than a few bizarre national holidays out there. Take National Punctuation ...
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The average person walks into their local theater and walks out mesmerized by the incredible visual effects. They talk with friends about how vivid a ...
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Whether you aspire to make movies of your own or simply enjoy watching them, a love for great films is something people all across the ...
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The wait is over.
“Suicide Squad” has hit the theaters, and while the initial reviews are looking less than favorable, it’s undoubtedly the biggest coming-together of ...
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For much of human history, athletes have inspired unity, strength, and respect. Popular culture idolizes athletes, and today that doesn’t just mean that their achievements ...
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Combing through cinema history, we thought we’d list ten unforgettable and well executed scenes that have stood the test of time. While we’re not listing ...
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If you’re about to begin film school, consider this your essential viewing guide. Below is a list of classic and modern films, in no particular ...
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Previously in the Directors Essentials series:

Wes Craven
Kathryn Bigelow
The Coen Brothers
Danny Boyle

Every now and then, we delve into the filmography of not just directors who have ...
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2016 has shown no departure, thus far, from the successful trend of adapting social media-exploding, literary best-sellers into ultra hyped, big screen affairs. Consider Room, ...
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Like every season that preceded it, Season 6 of HBO’s Game of Thrones has provided its audience with some unforgettable moments that are completely original ...
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With the recent passing of boxing legend, Muhammad Ali, the New York Film Academy has been scouring film and TV history to highlight some of ...
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This upcoming Monday marks Memorial Day, a holiday honoring the brave veteran men and women who have served our nation. For many of us the day ...
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While there’s always something to get excited about when it comes to Cannes, 2016 in particular feels like a bumper year.

The promise of further Studio ...
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Love is in the air once again, and is there any city more romantic than NYC?
Okay, maybe Paris. But few cities have such a deep ...
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Whether or not Punxsutawney Phil will see his shadow this year is yet to be observed, but one thing’s for certain: we’ll be seeing the ...
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With this year’s bountiful crop of movies behind us and 2015 rapidly drawing to a close, it’s the perfect opportunity to revisit some of the ...
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Very few franchises can claim to have an extended universe quite as in depth as Star Wars, but the mythos surrounding the creation of the ...
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Question: Is there anything Danny Boyle can’t do?
Answer: Nope. Not a thing.
Sure, there may be a couple of misfires in his back catalog (we don’t ...
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Welcome to development hell. Today, we’re looking at movie concepts that have not just languished for years but decades, but don’t look as if they’re ...
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In previous installments of our Director’s Essentials series, we’ve examined the works of the Coen Brothers and the late master of horror Wes Craven.
Today we’re ...
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It’s commonly held that you’ve got to hustle for many years to work your way up to the hallowed position of director—and for the most part this ...
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Terrifying people through stories? It’s been a pastime of we humans since antiquity, with a large swathe of folklore centered around things that go bump ...
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Last time in our Director’s Essentials series we took a look at five must-watch Coen Brothers titles, but given that Halloween is upon us we ...
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Welcome, one and all, to a brand new series here on the Student Resources portal.
Each week, we’ll be taking a look at the essential titles ...
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As digital cameras have become the norm in 21st century movies and production work and more and more films and clients want their projects shot in 4K ...
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This morning, the world woke to the news that one of Hollywood’s most celebrated composers, James Horner, is no longer with us.
The tragic news was ...
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Product placement is such big business that it has become an industry of its own, with around $14 billion being paid to shoehorn real-world brands ...
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The following infographic has been researched and designed by the Film School at the New York Film Academy Los Angeles.
For as long as cinema has ...
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As a budding filmmaker, digital editor and/or cinematographer, I’m sure you’ve crossed paths with a little application called Adobe Premiere Pro. And if you haven’t, ...
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As a species, we’ve always been keen storytellers and we’ve never stopped finding and inventing new ways to tell those tales. From the fantastical to the ...
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As with many roles within the filmmaking industry, a tried and proven method of acquiring professional work as a casting director is to prove your ...
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It’s a big world out there, and Twitter has got it’s fair share of filmmakers and other movie professionals. You can’t possibly find them all ...
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Oscar-winning—no, scratch that, EGOT-winning Mike Nichols died this week at the age of 83. A great loss for the world of stage and screen, Mike ...
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Any indie filmmaker glancing down a list of cinema screenings at any given point would be forgiven if they felt dismayed. It’s increasingly rare to ...
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Sometimes, when we’re lucky, real life can be more exciting than the movies. Like when Michael Jordon wins a championship while practically dying of the ...
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Nobody involved in the early stages of making a B-movie “Jaws in space” plotted Star Beast ever expected it would evolve into the billion-dollar plus ...
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The TED conferences have long been a superb source of inspiration in many areas of human advancement, and filmmaking is no exception. Over the years, ...
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Note: Since we first published this list of 37 websites over a year ago, we’ve been inundated with numerous suggestions about sites, podcasts, and other resources ...
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Superhero movies have made up a large bulk of Hollywood’s Summer output in recent years, and that trend doesn’t seem likely to change given they ...
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Back in 2007 I posted on YouTube my first 20 minute video analysis of Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining, putting forward interpretations of a hidden theme ...
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Although movie audiences are taught to root for the good guy, everyone loves those characters who indulge in the darker end of ...
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Author: William Dickerson, Filmmaking Department, New York Film Academy Los Angeles
While the one-shot master, or oner, is impressive, it’s most impressive when executed in service ...
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We live in a world where gray copyright laws cause rampant confusion, furious debate and even lawsuits between content creators in every field (but arguably ...
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Philippines native Gino M. Santos only attended New York Film Academy (NYFA) for one week, at the Digital Filmmaking workshop in Kyoto, Japan in the ...
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New York Film Academy Filmmaking alumnus Jacob Hayek decided to use his NYFA thesis project as an opportunity not only to tackle tough contemporary issues, but ...
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New York Film Academy Los Angeles MFA Producing Alumna and Director of Admissions Ragga Thordarson was recently spotlighted in leading Icelandic publication Morgunblaðið for her ...
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New York Film Academy alumni Denis Kulikov has been hard at work since graduating. With dozens of shorts, a new feature, and a comedy television ...
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New York Film Academy 1-Year Filmmaking Program alumna Jessica Myhill recently completed a short film that beautifully expresses her perspective on studying at NYFA. We ...
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Whenever anyone talks about Spanish cinema, it’s impossible to ignore the achievements of Pedro Almodóvar, one of the most internationally successful Spanish filmmakers of all ...
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Screenwriter, producer, and director Larry Cohen, a filmmaker with a passionate and loyal fanbase, has passed away at the age of 82 (his birth year has ...
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Filmmaker, producer, and actress Penny Marshall has died at the age of 75. In addition to being a three-time Golden Globe nominee for her starring ...
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Alfred Hitchcock is arguably one of the most well-known directors in the last century. Born Aug. 13, 1899, the English film director created more than ...
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The 69th annual Directors Guild of America Awards took place in Beverly Hills last Saturday, Feb. 4. This prestigious awards ceremony honors outstanding directorial achievement ...
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Sundance: the famous film festival in Park City, Utah, best known for providing big breaks to independent filmmakers — some who are debuting their work ...
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Social media isn’t just a tool for film promotion or connecting with fans. As a visual and performing artist, social media can also be a ...
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The year 2016 has been very kind to Richard Tanne. In January he debuted his first feature, “Southside With You,” an unauthorized bio-pic of White ...
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Name: Alfred Joseph Hitchcock
Essential DVDs: The 39 Steps (1935), The Lady Vanishes (1938), Rebecca (1940), Shadow Of A Doubt (1943), Notorious (1946), Strangers On A ...
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Name: Martin Scorsese
Essential DVDs: Mean Streets (1973); Taxi Driver (1976), Raging Bull (1980); King of Comedy (1983), After Hours (1985), Goodfellas (1990), Age of Innocence ...
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Name: Stanley Kubrick
Essential DVDs: Paths of Glory (1957); Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964); 2001: A Space ...
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Name: Sir Ridley Scott
Essential DVDs: Alien (1979), Blade Runner (1982), Thelma & Louise (1991), Gladiator (2000), Matchstick Men (2003)
Oscars: Best Picture (Gladiator, 2000)
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Name: Akira Kurosawa aka The Emperor
Essential DVDs: Ikiru (1952); Seven Samurai (1954); Throne Of Blood (1957); Yojimbo (1961); Sanjuro (1962); Ran (1985)
Oscars: Honorary Award (1990)
In ...
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Name: Peter Jackson
Essential DVDs: Braindead (1992); Heavenly Creatures (1994); The Fellowship Of The Ring (2001); The Two Towers (2002); Return Of The King (2003)
Oscars: Best ...
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Name: Quentin Jerome Tarantino
Essential DVDs: Reservoir Dogs (1992), Pulp Fiction (1994), Jackie Brown (1997), The Kill Bill Collection (2005), Inglourious Basterds (2009), Django Unchained (2012)
Oscars: Best ...
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Name: George Orson Welles aka Orson Welles
Essential DVDs: Citizen Kane (1941), The Magnificent Ambersons (1942), Macbeth (1948); Touch Of Evil (1958)
Oscars: Best Screenplay (Citizen Kane, ...
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Name: Allen Stewart Konigsberg aka Woody Allen
Essential DVDs: Sleeper (1973); Love And Death (1975); Annie Hall (1977); Manhattan (1979); Broadway Danny Rose (1984); Hannah and ...
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Name: Clinton Eastwood Jr. aka Clint Eastwood
Essential DVDs: Play Misty For Me (1971) ; High Plains Drifter (1973); The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976); Pale Rider ...
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Name: David Lean
Essential DVDs: Brief Encounter (1945); Oliver Twist (1948); Great Expectations (1946); The Bridge On The River Kwai (1957); Lawrence Of Arabia (1962); Doctor ...
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Name: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen
Essential DVDs: Blood Simple (1984), Miller’s Crossing (1990), Barton Fink (1991), The Hudsucker Proxy (1994), Fargo (1996), The Big Lebowski (1998), ...
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Name: James Cameron
Essential DVDs: The Terminator (1984); Aliens (1986); Terminator 2: Judgement Day (1991); True Lies (1994); Titianic (1997); Avatar (2009)
Oscars: Best Director, Best Picture, ...
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Name: Francis Ford Coppola
Essential DVDs: The Godfather (1972), The Conversation (1974), The Godfather: Part II (1974), Apocalypse Now (1979), Tucker: The Man and His Dream ...
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Name: William Oliver Stone
Essential DVDs: Salvador (1986); Platoon (1986); Wall Street (1987); Born On The Fourth Of July (1989); JFK (1991); Natural Born Killers (1994); ...
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Name: Sergio Leone
Essential DVDs: A Fistful of Dollars (1964); For a Few Dollars More (1965); The Good, The Bad And The Ugly (1966); Once Upon ...
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Name: John Martin Feeney aka John Ford aka “Pappy”
Essential DVDs: Stagecoach (1939); My Darling Clementine (1946); She Wore A Yellow Ribbon (1949); The Searchers (1956); ...
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Name: Samuel Wilder aka Billy Wilder
Essential DVDs: Double Indemnity (1944); The Lost Weekend (1945); Sunset Boulevard (1950); Ace In The Hole (1951); Some Like It ...
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