Top 7 TED Talks on Filmmaking
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, there have been some exceptional…
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October 22, 2014 | Filmmaking
October 9, 2014 | Filmmaking
The Best Websites For Filmmakers: Directing, Cinematography, VFX, Screenwriting, And Much More!
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 we should have included in…
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October 7, 2014 | Filmmaking
Is Film School Worth It?
Filmmaking is a strange beast, and there’s no other artform quite like it. It involves the culmination of not just creative prowess but also technical expertise; throw in the need…
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September 23, 2014 | Filmmaking
Getting Kids Into Filmmaking
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 only is it good for…
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August 11, 2014 | Filmmaking
How To Become A Film Critic: An Interview With Rob Ager
NYFA: Would you mind telling us a bit about your background and what drew you to film criticism? Rob Ager: As a child I was introduced to a lot of…
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July 15, 2014 | Filmmaking
Interview With Julie Pacino: Co-Founder Poverty Row Entertainment
NYFA: Tell us a little bit about your background and what drew you into film production? Julie Pacino: I’ve always had a passion for filmmaking. As a child I was…
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June 11, 2014 | Filmmaking
How to Make A Short Film and Gain Film Experience
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. The entry barrier to making…
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June 10, 2014 | Filmmaking
Interview With Paquita Hughes: Applying a ‘Military Mind’ To The Film Industry
NYFA: Could you tell us a bit about your background and what drew you to filmmaking? Paquita Hughes: I grew up in a small town in Mississippi and always had…
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June 9, 2014 | Filmmaking
How Can You Get Your Short Into The Tribeca Film Festival?
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 we hear about our students’…
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