Path title:

Dare to be a film director

Created 2 years ago and Updated 2 years ago

Objectives:

Directing a film requires a variety of skills. You need different skill sets to succeed in each phase, from scriptwriting to production to post-production. During this learning path, you are taught a general concept of the skills you need as a director in each phase of filmmaking. Keep in mind that your film grows as you develop your skills.

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		1		What does a Director ACTUALLY do?	Crimson Engine	youtube.com	7m
	What you'll learn in this step: Who is a director, and what is their role? Let's find out.
		2		5 Skills A Movie Director Should Have by Choice Skinner	Film Courage	youtube.com	8m
	What you'll learn in this step: In this path description, you will learn how to improve some key skills you need as a director. What are those skills? We'll explore them here.
		3		What Makes A Great Movie Director? - David F. Sandberg	Film Courage	youtube.com	10m
	What you'll learn in this step: You would certainly face many challenges as a director to convey your message on the set and gain others' trust. Listening to the experiences of other directors can help you overcome these challenges.
		4		10 Screenwriting Tips from Quentin Tarantino on how he wrote Pulp Fiction and Inglourious Basterds	Outstanding Screenplays	youtube.com	21m
	What you'll learn in this step: In this step, Tarantino describes how he comes up with new ideas and his writing habits.
		5		10 Screenwriting Tips from Christopher Nolan - Interview on writing The Dark Knight and Tenet	Outstanding Screenplays	youtube.com	13m
	What you'll learn in this step: "Try to figure out your own way"! Christopher Nolan shares his experience writing films.
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	What you'll learn in this step: "I am inspired by my background in whatever I write." How does Wes Anderson write his scripts?
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	What you'll learn in this step: We will now look at the art and language of directing actors in the next three steps.
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	What you'll learn in this step: This step involves blocking actors and aligning them with other members of the production team.
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What you'll learn in this step: What are the best ways to talk to your actors and build relationships with them?
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What you'll learn in this step: This step starts with a brief review of "what blocking is" and then explains how to block a scene.
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What you'll learn in this step: From the camera to the actors, how should everything be positioned? Let's explore.
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What you'll learn in this step: How should you decide on the editing of your film and how to proceed with your editor as a director?
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What you'll learn in this step: What impact or impression do directors like Tarantino make on the audience by using music in their films?
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What you'll learn in this step: Let's take a look at some examples of directing in action. Example 01
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What you'll learn in this step: Let's take a look at some examples of directing in action. Example 02
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What you'll learn in this step: The last step is for those who want to hear more professional experience and get a deeper understanding of what it takes to be a director. Enjoy it :)