The No Film School Podcast

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Sorry Dude, Amazon Prime Video Direct Does Not Want Your Documentary Feb 25, 2021

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This week on the No Film School Podcast: a recent report reveals that the HPFA has zero black members. Meanwhile, Amazon announces they are no longer accepting short films or documentaries for their Prime Video Direct service. We discuss!

In Tech News, two new cinema cameras compete with each other: the Blackmagic Pocket 6k and the Sony FX3.

And for Ask No Film School, we tackle the complexities of place a where it's very, very risky to voice your opinions: Hollywood.

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The United States vs. Billie Holiday DP Says Celluloid Was a 'No Brainer' Feb 23, 2021

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We don't get to see or talk about features shot on good old 35mm as much as we'd like to so this was a treat. Andrew Dunn expands on why film was the only medium choice for awards contender The United States vs. Billie Holiday, he reveals what he learned working with legend Robert Altman. He also divulges a lesser-known story about shooting the unforgettable Whitney Houston performance for The Bodyguard.

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Was Gina Carano's Firing Fair? Feb 18, 2021

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Joined this week on the No Film School Podcast by Katherine Tolentino and Michelle DeLateur: Gina Carano finds herself out of a very high-profile job after sharing some controversial views on social media.

We take a look at the Oscar shortlists and attempt to answer the age-old question: does winning an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film actually affect your career?

In Tech News, we marvel at Frame.io's C2C, an upcoming feature for viewing dailies.

And for Deep Cuts, our very favorite movies about falling in love.

Oh, and here's the Match.com ad that Michelle is obsessed with. Enjoy!

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'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom' DP Tobias Schliessler is Always Learning Feb 16, 2021

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Schliessler has lensed many major blockbusters, collaborating with directors Peter Berg, Bill Condon, and Ava Duvernay on a variety of scales and genres. What's the throughline? An ability to take it slow, develop his abilities, and constantly learn from his collaborators. But for all the fun details you have to hear it from him.

Want to watch the amazing scene Schliessler discussed shooting in detail? You can stream Ma Rainey's Black Bottom now on Netflix.

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Meet Matt Ritter: The Man Who Almost Scored the Film Rights to the Gamestop Madness Feb 11, 2021

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This week on the No Film School Podcast with guest-co-host Katherine Tolentino, we discuss Sweden's Göteborg Film Festival which has some delightfully unconventional ways of doing a COVID-era festival.

In Tech News: Nanlite takes its cues from internet complains and delivers with their new bi-color LED light, the Forza 300B.

And last but not least, we chat with Matt Ritter, a Black List screenwriter who came very, very close to obtaining a life rights option with the founder of the now-infamous Wall Street Bets subreddit. Enjoy!

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Oscar-Winning Director of 'The Mauritanian' and 'The Last King of Scotland' Kevin Macdonald Feb 09, 2021

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Kevin Macdonald started out in the Documentary world and reached dizzying heights (quite literally) with his Oscar-winning film 'Touching the Void'. When the chance came to try narrative on 'The Last King of Scotland' he proved he had all kinds of chops. Now he's back with 'The Marautinian' based on a harrowing true story. He tells us how his love of studying film helped him build his voice and continues to inform his approach

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Why Remote Sundance is Awesome For Filmmakers and Audiences Feb 04, 2021

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This week on The No Film School Podcast, we are joined by Oakley Anderson-Moore who gives us the lowdown on Sundance 2021 and its virtual experience, as well as her favorite films of the fest -- and of course the record-breaking sale of 'CODA'.

We discuss how PA-level crew members are now COVID compliance officers, giving this important task to folks who are unfortunately at the bottom of the film set's food chain. In Tech News, Charles discovers a file copying app called Levee which at only $4.99 is a must-have. And for Ask No Film School, we tackle the issue of plagiarism in regards to a recent short film based on an online comic. Enjoy!

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'Search Party' DP Jonathan Furmanski Discusses the Art Of Lensing Comedy Feb 02, 2021

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Nestled among Jonathan Furmanksi's advice is another particularly useful tidbit; be someone people want to work with again.

Seems obvious, right? At the same time, it's often overlooked or sidestepped in the name of so many other priorities.

But it's actually the reason you'll get hired and keep earning a living. Jonathan expands upon this and other ideas in our interview with him.

Search Party season 4 is streaming on HBO MAX.

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What You Need to Know About the Sony Alpha 1 Jan 28, 2021

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This week on The No Film School Podcast, we are joined by Jo Light and Katherine Tolentino to discuss what the post-pandemic Sundance is looking like and why it may be an improvement on the old model. (By the way, Boots Riley has some great advice on how to get the most out of Sundance 2021.)

Also, the CEO of AMC takes a major risk on the future of theatrical, which leads us to a vital question: why do theaters not show episodic content?

In Tech News: the Sony Alpha 1 makes a big splash in the cinema camera market.

For this week’s Ask No Film School... is it okay to embellish your resume to get a job?

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Frank Oz, Voice of Yoda and Muppet Co-Founder, Breaks New Ground and New Formats Jan 26, 2021

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Directing Derek DelGaudio's In & Of Itself brought Oz back to his creative anarchist roots.

It's hard to put Frank Oz and Derek Delgaudio's In & Of Itselfinto words. That's how they wanted it. It's something that must be seen to be... not believed?

We keep the interview spoiler-free, diving into what inspired this anarchy, what moved Oz and DelGaudio to build something new, and break things in the process.

After I switched off my recorder and took in all Oz and DelGaudio shared, I walked into the other room to find my children watching... "The Muppets" (which Oz helped create and found). It served as a reminder that Frank Oz's drive to create things with a purpose and risk failure by being different, results in a legacy and an impact that echoes for generations.

We are motivated to create things for a variety of reasons. Frank Oz and Derek DelGaudio were motivated by some of the best reasons. Oz said working with DelGaudio reminded him of the early early days with Jim Henson when they were just trying things. Breaking things. Discovering things.

More than success, the highlight is always concocting something new.

There is no guarantee that you can find the type of success Oz and DelGaudio have. But there is a guarantee that you can find the same joy if you pursue things the way they did. Let their anarchy guide us all to taking chances, evading definitions, and breaking molds.

In & Of Itself is NOW streaming on HULU.

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