This week on Crossing the 180 we have “Last Minutes with Oden” director Eliot Rasuch. One of the most powerful interviews I’ve ever had on the show.
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Looking Into the Camera for Interviews
When you film interviews, do you have the person look off camera or into the camera? I’ve become a fan of INTO the camera. Here’s why with a sample video.
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Five Tips for Making an Interview Subject More Comfortable
When interviewing subjects who have no media training, it’s your job as the director to get the “performance” you need. Here are five tips.
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Jared Abrams and the Board of Education
No, this is not a title for a groundbreaking Supreme Court ruling. It’s a reference to today’s guest guest and the documentary film he’s shooting. Jared is a seasoned filmmaker and cinematographer (and he can really call himself that as he’s worked extensively with actual 35mm films). He’s co-founder of Wide Open Camera in Los […]
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The Power of Documentaries and One You Should Watch TODAY
In my humble opinion, documentary filmmaking is one of the most important, cultural art forms on the planet. It educates, inspires, and motivates people to take action. A well made documentary can right wrongs. (Errol Morris’ “Thin Blue Line” actually helped get an innocent man off death row.) Movies like Enron: The Smartest Guys in […]
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April 20, 2012 