The No Film School Podcast

Latest Episodes:

12.13.19: Can You Distribute Your Short Film and is The Mandalorian Lying to Us?! Dec 13, 2019

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There is talk that Disney's The Mandalorian is not truly HDR, which we're not even sure should matter, but we get into that and all things baby Yoda anyway. If you've made a short film, and many of us have, you may have some questions or even answers about what it's future could be in terms of platforms. We talk about how that market has evolved, where it may be headed, and about Frame IO's new iPad app.

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12.05.19: The Perks of Being a P.O.C. (Proof of Concept, That Is) Dec 05, 2019

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This week we are joined by Filmmaker Katherine Tolentino as we discuss the benefits and challenges of creating a proof of concept or sizzle reel. We also talk about Rian Johnson's Knives Out, and Charles updates us on the iPhone 11 Pro after some time using one.

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11.27.19: Analyzing Every Corner of 'The Irishman' Nov 27, 2019

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Martin Scorsese's mob epic has come to Netflix. This week Charles Haine and George Edelman invite filmmaker Charlene Wang to help break down every aspect of the movie from the 9 cameras used to the groundbreaking de-aging effects. We also talk about Netflix purchasing a New York movie theater and some tech news regarding Frame IO.

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11.21.2019: A Potential Movie Distribution Game-Changer plus The New MacBook Pro Nov 22, 2019

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The Department of Justice is working to rescind the Paramount consent decrees, we break down what those are and how it could impact film and the entertainment industry at large. Charles also gives us further insights into the new MacBook Pro, what he loved about it and what he'll have to learn to live without.

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11.14.19: Begun The Streaming War Has Nov 15, 2019

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This week we discuss the sudden arrival of multiple new major streaming platforms, and what's going on with the marketplace as a result. Guest Oakley Andeson-Moore shares her journey delivering a documentary to TV, and we talk about how and why Apple and RED have ended their patent battle. This week's episode is brought to you by PolarPro. Challenging the boundaries set by traditional camera gear, PolarPro is a team of designers who are trailblazing creative freedom for storytellers everywhere. Check out the Basecamp system now.

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Andre Hyland talks comedy and horror in 'The Death of Dick Long' and 'Old Haunt' Nov 13, 2019

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At Sundance 2019 George Edelman spoke with actor/writer/director/comedian Andre Hyland about how he built his career from DIY roots to starring in A24's 'The Death of Dick Long' and writing/directing his own short 'Old Haunt', an official Sundance selection and Vimeo Staff Pick.

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11.07.19: Nothing Less Than The Future of Cinema Itself Is At Stake Nov 07, 2019

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This week, we talk the biggest stories out of Adobe MAX, specifically what auto-reframe means, plus Martin Scorsese's op-ed, Olivia Wilde taking on censorship, and in a really fun "ask no film school" we try to figure out which great HBO series are the most under-watched.

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How Larry Sher Shot 'Joker', Built a Career, and Almost Got Fired on His First Day of Filmmaking Oct 31, 2019

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Director of Photography Lawrence Sher takes us through his career from the early days (he calls his first day "the worst first day in the history of first days") to how he lensed the most successful R-rated movie of all time, offering insights as well as practical tools.

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10.24.19: Will Crackdowns on the 'Gig Economy' Crush Indie-Filmmaking? Oct 23, 2019

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This week we discuss Alexander Payne's new movie being canceled the DAY before production started, Davinci Resolve's new huge update, and an amazing book about the Making of 'Moon'.

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10.17.19: What Would the Perfect Film School Curriculum Look Like? Oct 16, 2019

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This week we also discuss the Sigma fp, Deakins using all ARRI on '1917', and writing lessons from Phoebe Waller-Bridge.

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