Today we are going to travel in memory lane, but we’ll do so real, real fast. The 70s was a great time for car chases in American movies. Possibly the film with the most famous car-chase ever, though, was made…
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Best “Making Of” Books Ever: EASY RIDERS, RAGING BULLS
How the Sex-Drugs-and-Rock ‘n’ Roll Generation Saved Hollywood. This must be THE book about American movies from the 60s to the 80s. We are not technically dealing with a “Making Of” book here, but this marvellous piece of work tells…
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Joseph Cotten, a great autobiography
Joseph Cotten was one of those players who shaped movies the way they are now. You don’t know who Joseph Cotten is? Let’s fix that straight away. Joseph Cheshire Cotten (1905–1994) was an actor who started his film career with…
First Assistant Directors: Who Are They?
During the filming process, the First AD is the guy in charge. Or the woman. He/she organises the shooting, what will be filmed and when. His/her mission, to harmonise the production requirements with the director wishes, which is never easy,…
Best “Making Of” Books Ever: JAWS LOG
In 1975, Jaws was a monstrous success. Quickly it became an iconic piece of filmmaking, made Spielberg into a star and it turned into the first blockbuster summer movie ever. Obviously, a lot has been written about it, but there are…
Ten Amazing Discussions On Screenwriting And Filmmaking From The Masters Of Cinema
A selection of very of talented film and TV makers talking about their craft. What could be better? The first video shows selected screenwriters discussing writing. My favourites? William Goldman (just a touch of him here, check William Goldman speaks for…
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