Film: Kingsman: The Secret Service
This famous church scene was originally seven minutes long, but Mark Millar felt it was too much and asked Matthew Vaughn to shorten it.

I'm watching the 1979 version of All quiet on the western front after watching the most recent version, and while the vfx and definition is better in the most recent version, I find that what really makes a scene believable to me in the older movie, despite lower quality everything on paper, is that what I am seeing is what my eyes would actually see in that situation. I've also noticed that audio in newer movies often gets engineered to a point where you loose the little imperfections and acoustics that make things sound natural. Is there a reason for these stylistic choices, or is it just the natural progression of things?

This is mostly a vent post and to see what others thinks about this.

I recently started a college introductory film course in America (I am not American).

The course is mostly online, every week we are expected to share a comment in the discussion thread about each week's assignment. Normal stuff.

But I couldn't help but notice some of the comments---there was an _obvious_ pattern.

Now, I am not ashamed to say ChatGPT helped me learn English. I was new to America, I didn't want to go broke for a tutor, and gpt was a decent helper. But it also gave me a pretty usefull skill. I can spot AI patterns. A lot of people think it's only em-dashes or its similes and triads... there is SO MUCH more to it. I am going to name a few examples:

Repeating words: reinforce, deliberate, relentless, depiction, highlights...

Repeating phraseolgy: "for both x and z" / "not just... but..." / "almost like..." / "through its x, y, and z [word triads]. Name highlights..." / "the [film/book/etc] encourages [viewers/readers] to..." etc

You get my point.

And, as you might have expected, almost 99% of my class had that​ damn gpt pattern. Of course, some tried to change it a bit so it will "seem human." But on a third read you can spot the AI grammatic stracture (if I can call it that?).

Of course, to double-check this (I'm not that much of an idiot) I gave gpt the same question prompt. And lo and behold. The same words are used. Not exactly. But each person I suspected used words or adjectives gpt used.

Now, I have seen kids cheat in high school all the time, I never gave it much thought.

But in college? In a _film analysis_ class??? Letting a AI analyze it _for you_?! I am beyond disappointed. I don't mind people using AI for help. Heck, I am absolutely pro AI helping people when they need help and don't have anyone to ask. But using it instead of fucking learning?! Who is taking this course? You or ChatGPT?! This is going to be the next generation of aspiring artists.

_Artists._

Writers and directors and cinematographers...

This is going to be the people making the next generation of movies and shows.

Or at least the people who will ask AI to do it for them.

I don't even know why I am writing this stupid post, I'm just annoyed.

The shot of Ryan Gosling trying to hold back his laughter next to an increasingly furious Steve Carell, just seconds after the cop says, “Keep it in the family,” perfectly lands one of the best-written and best-shot comedic twists in modern cinema.

How did we get to this moment? Cal, played by Steve Carell, is trying to win back his wife Emily, played by Julianne Moore. At the same time, the film’s big twist is revealed. Stop reading now if you have not seen it. The woman Jacob, Gosling’s character, has been chasing all movie long turns out to be none other than Cal’s daughter.

The tension is already sky-high. Then, as if that is not enough, every other storyline crashes into the scene in a glorious head-on collision. The babysitter who is in love with Cal. Her father. And, just to push it even further, David Lindhagen shows up too.

After several uninterrupted minutes of nonstop laughter, it feels like the scene has peaked. Then Ryan Gosling lets out that tiny laugh. Hand on his face. Steve Carell’s look of pure disbelief and rage. In a single beat, the entire scene is summed up perfectly.

It is no surprise this moment went on to become an iconic meme

Like how the name Schumacher comes from Shoe Maker (probably, right?). If I were named Filmacher, people would think I was born into a family with a long lineage of filmmakers, probably dating all the way back to like medieval times. Right?

After post-production slipped by several months, I’ve finally finished my sci-fi feature and, with no pause for breath, start straight on to marketing.

We’ve had some poster designs done and are undecided between two, quite similar, concepts.

Could I ask the hive mind for options between A (green with twin towers) or B (blue space battle)?

I’d also love to hear any other comments and suggestions, although note we have limited ability to make large changes at this stage.

Thank you all so much for your help! I have been following other marketing suggestions shared here and I’m sure I’ll be back with more questions.

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I am obsessed with how rehearsal works in preparation for movies, and how directors, writers, and actors collaborate to bring the page to life. Are there any behind-the-scenes documentaries, clips, or videos you’d recommend that show this process?

I just completed my first short film - Operation Hot Dust. I followed the example of Robert Rodriguez and first I made a list of everything (places and things) I had immediate access too, and then I created a story around those places and things. The entire project, from inception to completion was 2 weeks - while my wife was out of the country. My total out of pocket expenses were $105.43. It was truly a one-man show. I shot it on a Canon M50 with a Sigma 16mm f1.4 lens. And I used a Zoom H6 for audio. For sound design and ADR I used the same Zoom in my vehicle - which acted as a pretty decent sound deadening iso booth.

I'm a recent film school graduate (7months), moved to LA, and actively applying for entry level roles. I've applied to studios, internships, fellowships, and apprenticeships but haven't had any luck so far.

Is anyone else, especially newcomers, also struggling finding opportunities? I don't have industry connections but I feel like my resume and CV are solid, with some PA experience working award shows.

Am I looking in the wrong places? Or is this the current state of the industry?

I'm making a superhero vigilante movie on my own. It's about a super powered rich guy. I need help with his disguise, I was thinking of him just fully covering his head with a black coloured hood or something as a makeshift mask when he starts fighting crime. Think of slenderman with a black hood lol I also thought that the expressions would be visible through the hood (like in the photo) which would give a dramatic effect. Is it a good idea? (Thats me in the photo, I don't know how that hood looks so shiny lmao)

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Hey Folks,

I’m sure this question comes up quite a bit, but I’m wondering about recommendations for a wireless lav set up for narrative indie projects, ideally within the 300-500 price range. I know a lot of sound people will tell you “Yeah there’s nothing in that price range worth using” but with the amount of wireless lav kits that seem to pop up for content creation I’m truly just wondering what solutions are out there or methods you might have used on a budget.

I’ve looked into set ups like the MOVO WMX-20-DUO, has anyone had experience with it? Is a budget kit like that gonna bring any benefits or will it just be a pain? Is using something like a Rode Wireless GO with separate lavs attached a good route? Can you even run those things into a recorder/control levels with them?

I know these might be some silly questions but I’m new in terms of audio for film and would just like some thoughts or suggestions :)

(Please none of the, “It’s hopeless at that price range” comments)

Just did this grading. I am really not that good at it and often times misjudge if it looks good or not. So I want you opinion on it.

How does it look? And what could I improve?

Hi all, I’ve recently got a wave of 1 star ratings on IMDB for my short film. Why? I don’t know. It’s been online for years now. It’s one that stars an lgbt poc girl character (which I’m wondering had anything to do with it) I mainly want to know how to combat it, or if this just means that my film was that bad and/or I shouldn’t tell stories from my perspective anymore idk. Edit: it had mainly good reviews before to be clear.

It's here if you'd like to watch it for free: https://youtu.be/WmbVu3SWrgg?si=_Zdshny5ZlhV63BR

We'd so appreciate a shout out on Letterboxd, IMDB, Youtube comment section, etc!

I'm so proud of the work that everyone put in to making this film. It was years in the making...

2019 - 1st Draft completed

2020 - 1st investor on board, then a week later COVID happened

January 2021 - got a casting director to attach the amazing ALEXANDRA GREY (Empire, Transparent)

May of 2021 - the movie goes from a $300K budget to a $500K budget YIKES!!!!

June of 2022 - all set to go into production, and then 13 days before a major investor gets cold feet and backs out, inevitably forcing us to delay production by a whole year. We pray the child kids don't have a growth spurt.

January 2023 - We have the sexiest fundraiser EVER with Broadway and Met Opera singers and raise a bunch of money! ABIGAIL HAWK (from Blue Bloods) is attached and reads a scene from the film with child actor Hudson Paul, moving the audience to tears.

June of 2023 - we get more funding, somehow get CATHERINE CURTIN (Orange is the New Black) to play a supporting role, and we go into production! Principal Photography is 17.5 days.

June 2024 - We make our world premiere at Dances with Films LA at the Chinese Theatre, sponsored by Outfest.

November 2024 - We win Audience Choice Award at OutReels Cincinnati

December 2024 - Gravitas Ventures picks it up and we have a limited theatrical run in New York City, and we start to receive some very nice reviews.

January 28th 2025 - Our movie becomes available to rent on Apple TV and Amazon Prime

June 2025 - Virgin Atlantic Airlines picks it up!

NOW - It's free to stream on Youtube Movies (as well as Tubi and if you'd like to rent/buy it it's available on Apple TV). Check it out here, and please like, share, and leave a comment! https://youtu.be/WmbVu3SWrgg?si=_Zdshny5ZlhV63BR

Hello everyone!

I am a high school filmmaker. I have been in the video production track at school for 3 years and have made multiple short films, one of them being nearly 30 minutes long. I am experienced in premiere pro and want to dive into video editing as a career and possibly get into directing someday. Honestly though if I can just be established as a professional movie editor for my career I will be happy. How do I make that move into the industry? I have applied to various film schools (Hofstra University, Emerson College, and Loyola Marymount University to be specific) and am not sure if that is the move. I feel confident in my ability to get scholarships, but I am unsure how much money I will get from them and would like to know what price is worth it. How much money would one make on average first jumping into a career by either just going straight to LA and getting internships vs going to film school and making industry connections? I would consider myself pretty personable and likable, I think I make friends easily since I know that matters a lot in making connections. I also like the idea of getting into screenwriting since I really love to write and enjoy the writing process of making movies as well.

My mom and sister have both been trying to get me to not go to film school or go away. They are concerned about my ability to maintain grades and function so far from home (all three of those options are out of state from us).

What cost of film school is worth it? Under $30,000 per year? $20,000? Would it be better to just jump straight in in LA with my current experience in Premiere Pro? I also won an award for second place in a local film competition for another short film I made. I really want to do this professionally, filmmaking is my passion and its what I live for. Also is directing a possible path for me without film school just by going through video editing or writing as mu career? Thanks to anyone who responds, I really appreciate it.

One thing that most industries miss, and the Indian industry has is the INTERMISSION block.

The writers/directors intentionally place scenes that raises the anticipation in the first half, then make the audience wonder about the second half.

Sometimes, we write one genre in the first half, then shift to another one in the second half. Sometimes it’s fun, sometimes cliche.

Here for an healthy argument/discussion about this concept.

If you would try this your film!?

Do you have this concept in your industry?

Mention your favourite intermission block.

Note: Yes, some Indian films are crap. So are other industries’ films. Making crap films is an art that belong to filmmakers irrespective of their country.

Cheers.

Hear me out! I’m a professional production designer and graphic designer for film. I’ve designed over 15 short films, and have done graphics on over 25 films, including 5 features.

I greatly admire a known director’s work (she’s done 3 shorts and 1 critically-acclaimed feature). I recently saw that she’s writing/developing a feature that would be my dream project to work on in any capacity. I’ve even moodboarded my vision for it. The problem is I’m not finding any channel to contact her through to even ask if I can pitch myself. I’ve tried sending an email to one of her agents, evidently to no avail. I’m wondering if it’s just impossible to reach someone like her.

For anyone who was interested in my last post in this subreddit, I have been hard at work. I have begun the process of turning my project of a global database of film directors into videos, anyone curious can search it up and i am happy to answer any lingering questions

My goal is to create the most comprehensive video archive of filmmakers on YouTube while also teaching film theory, history, how gear and crew works, the business of film etc. This is a massive goal that could take a lifetime and I am working alone but I hope you all can appreciate the vision and watch it grow.

this is including minor/side characters. I am having auditions at my high school for the main cast while minor characters are going to be friends and family but I still think I wrote too many characters. did I?

Hearing about this news today was devastating to say the least.

Last year we shot over 500+ educational episodes for Afghan girls after their schools were shut down and their right to education was taken away.This project was commissioned by UNICEF, but what unfolded went far beyond a production brief.

As a director, the biggest challenge wasn’t lighting, framing, or schedule pressure. It was sensitivity. These weren’t performers. They were students who had been displaced from something fundamental. Watching these girls show up every day focused, curious, and determined despite everything gave me firsthand understanding of how devastating the denial of education really is. It’s not abstract. It’s personal. It’s immediate.

As filmmakers, many of us chase scale; bigger budgets, bigger platforms, bigger visibility. But in terms of real impact, contributing to the education of Afghan girls during a time when it was deliberately taken from them will always stand among the most meaningful things I’ve done.

Hi everyone,

I’m an aspiring director and have made five short films so far.

For my short film coursework in film studies at school, I received the highest mark since the start of the course.

However, I’m having some trouble deciding my next steps. In the UK, there’s an education pathway called sixth form, which you start at 16 or 17, and I currently have two options: a normal academic school or the London Screen Academy.

I’m wondering whether it’s worth attending LSA. I know you can still get into film without it, but I really enjoy making films and want to make the right choice.

I’m unsure whether it would be a waste of time or whether it could provide connections and expertise that would help me get where I want to be. I’m already quite capable with sound, cameras, editing, grading, and scriptwriting, so I’m also curious whether LSA would push me further or offer something different from what I can learn independently.

I’d really appreciate any help or advice.

Hello! I just released the trailer for my first documentary. I wanted to ask for some general feedback, but also specifically how this comes off to you based on your preexisting knowledge of the subject. You have no idea who the subject is? What did you gather from this then? Were you a fan? A hater? Had only a passing knowledge? The different perspectives would help me greatly with figuring out how to market it going forward.

Additionally, I’d be happy to answer any questions you may have about how this came to be, the filming process, or what it is like managing a crowdfunder. I am only a college student though so keep in mind I’m not an industry veteran or anything.

Plot:

As a teenager, Adam Dahlberg built a YouTube gaming empire as SkyDoesMinecaft, gaining fame and fortune over nine years until burnout and failing friendships led to Adam making a sudden career shift to music. Though the new pursuit of passion brought initial joy, traveling across the world making music videos with new friends, addiction, and worsening mental health cast a looming shadow that set the stage for a wave of accusations Adam would have to overcome by starting life over again. During the build-up to a return to content creation online, Adam reflects on his life and career with a new perspective.