The DP Behind 'Sinners' Reveals How She Shot Remmick's Iconic Entrance | No Film School
How did she capture the powerful images that pull us all into the story?| No Film School
I have been working as a Director of Photography for over 10 years in live-action and stop motion. Stop motion is a special niche, and there is not a lot of information on how much detail, time, and work go into it. Even a tiny change can take you out of the story! Here are some important considerations for how to approach this challenging and rewarding art form. Lighting for Stop Motion Lighting in stop motion is all about control and consistency. Since you are shooting frame by frame, even ...| No Film School
HBO's new documentary The Alabama Solution has entered the awards conversation with its staggering and intimate look at the crisis of mass incarceration. The film exposes the brutal realities inside Alabama's state-run institutions through the eyes of the incarcerated men fighting for their humanity. It's a gripping tale that will have you on the edge of your seat. We spoke with Lead Editor and Co-Producer Page Marsella, the editor tasked with weaving hundreds of hours of footage into a cohes...| No Film School
Looking to find the right lighting solutions for your photo, video, and film projects? Well, then look no further than the versatile (and fun) LED tube lights put out by Nanlite. As part of the company's PavoTube II line, these LED tube lights are on sale and ready to grab for your projects. For our latest "Deals of the Week" roundup, we try our best to illuminate some of the best savings available for these popular Nanlite LED tube lights, which could be great investments to grab to use in p...| No Film School
Every year, right around Halloween, I like to binge a bunch of horror movies to put me in the mood for spooky season. But some years, I make the mistake of watching something so harrowing that it shakes me for days. That's kind of the gamble you make when watching scary movies. Horror films are designed to get under your skin, to exploit your deepest fears, and to leave a lasting impression. But when you get that gut punch that sticks with you, you know you've seen something special and distu...| No Film School
In this episode of the No Film School Podcast, GG Hawkins and guests, director Geeta Gandbhir and editor Viridiana Lieberman, dive into the making of the breakout documentary The Perfect Neighbor, which uses police body‑cam, Ring‑cam, and dash‑cam footage to tell a harrowing story of a neighborhood dispute and a fatal shooting in Florida under the “stand your ground” law. The conversation focuses on how Lieberman navigated massive technical and emotional challenges, how Gandbhir sha...| No Film School
How did she capture the powerful images that pull us all into the story?| No Film School
Paul Schrader has spent his lifetime writing a lot of movies about men bent over a table, journaling their darkest inner thoughts. Somehow, his current views on AI seem like they're closer to a scene from his movie than from actual reality. Let's unpack them together. --- Paul Schrader on AI In a recent interview, he told Vanity Fair that his opinion is that movies are “going to be more and more AI,” continuing: “I think we’re only two years away from the first AI feature.” He finis...| No Film School
Fujifilm announced some major news yesterday with the unveiling of the company’s new X-T30 III. An upgrade of the previous X-T30 II, the X-T30 line has been one of Fujifilm’s most popular camera lines for hybrid creators of all types. The Fujifilm X-T30 III offers 6.2K video and retails for less than $1000, making it a great first camera option for those looking to make the jump from their smartphones or other DIY solutions. If you are someone looking to invest in the X-T30 III, chances a...| No Film School
A new LED Monolight is here, and Aputure is betting big that it’s going to be a fan favorite for production crews of all sizes. The STORM 700x aims to bring the company’s next-gen BLAIR light engine to a popular and essential form factor, which is commonly used by all types of videographers, rental houses, and pretty much every type of production in between. With its reflector included, the STORM 700x is set to be three times brighter at three 3 meters than the LS 600x Pro, while still sm...| No Film School
The STORM 700x Tunable White LED Monolight arrives as Aputure's latest point-source LED, offering a tunable-white engine that provides high output in a more compact form factor.| No Film School
In today’s digital world, we don’t have to worry about losing a film (not like hard drive failures aren’t a thing), but overall, it’s pretty much impossible, considering the variety of storage and archive options available today. Unless you’re a disaster at organizing or purely unlucky, your films will definitely outlive you and a few generations after (so make sure you make great ones!). Unfortunately, this wasn’t the case in the early days of cinema, when filming was done on fra...| No Film School
A director’s debut movie is like a calling card. It establishes their identity. If the debut movie is also impressive, it implies that the director has excelled in a lot of filmmaking principles that define what a good movie is. But every once in a while, there comes a new, inexperienced director who throws away this book of guiding principles and makes a movie entirely out of a new set of rules. These rules sometimes make you do a double-take, sometimes leave you confused, sometimes leave ...| No Film School
In Walter Mosley’s haunting psychological thriller, The Man in My Basement, the line between reality and imagination blurs inside a claustrophobic Sag Harbor home. Bringing those layered characters to life meant grounding them in a visual language that feels both period-accurate and emotionally resonant. Costume designer Lynn Ollie took on the challenge of rooting the story in the 1990s while weaving in subtle details that reflect class, identity, and transformation. She explains, “Charle...| No Film School
The future of audio is looking brighter than ever. Sure, the industry is changing. But what industry isn’t these days? AI, love it or hate it, is a force of nature that’s rebuilding everything as we know it from the ground up. Yet, if you’re looking to stay ahead of the game, there are options out there for you to consider trying out that are actually ethical, good, and helpful. SoundID VoiceAI is a new AI-powered plugin for your DAWs that can help transform your vocal inputs into a wid...| No Film School
When it comes to spooky season, it feels like everyone is always trying to capitalize on the idea of fear. You can hook an audience by tapping into what scares them the most, but what happens when you're not really a scary TV show? How can you scare an audience? Today, I want to look at 10 scary episodes of TV that came from shows not really known for their big scares. I want to look at why they actually were scary and how they fit into the tone of the series as well. Let's dive in. --- 1. At...| No Film School
When it comes to film history, there are a ton of terms and events you need to know if you want to be able to talk about it with any knowledge or authority. That's why I wanted to create this glossary. In it, you'll find the major events and terms that you really should know in order to have a basis of understanding of movies and where they came from. This will provide you with a much-needed history of the art form and hopefully give you ideas of what you can contribute to its future. Let's d...| No Film School
Just announced earlier today, the Fujifilm X-T30 III is an exciting new update to the company’s most popular camera model in years. It also notably features high-quality video and photo capabilities and is instantly one of the most affordable options for those looking to jump into pro-level work with a minimal investment. To go along with the X-T30 III, which retails for $999 by itself, Fujifilm has also introduced a kit lens option to go with the X-T30 III with the Fujifilm XC 13-33mm f/3....| No Film School
The world of Star Wars has been fraught with whiffs and what-ifs recently. Late last week, we heard about a scrapped Soderbergh and Adam Driver Star Wars movie that had the internet in an uproar. But just last night, informative Hollywood mailer The InSneider reported that David Fincher also had conversations with Lucasfilm. Let's break it down. --- Just How Close Were We To A Fincher Star Wars? According to the report, Fincher was supposedly first approached to direct Star Wars: Episode IX w...| No Film School
Guillermo del Toro is one of modern cinema's most celebrated visionaries. When you see one of his movies, you know you're getting some sort of sumptuous translation of dark fairy tales and monsters. His new film, Frankenstein, is being hailed by critics everywhere, and he's using that heat to try to figure out what he's going to direct next. That's where this rumor of him tackling a musical came up. Now, earlier this year, Del Toro told the world that he was ready to reinvent himself as he mo...| No Film School
Providing a versatile wide-to-normal zoom range, the XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 OIS Lens from FUJIFILM is a compact lens for everyday photo and video capture.| No Film School
In news that any videographer would simply find unbelievable, the popular Leica M-system camera line is getting its first model that features an integrated electronic viewfinder rather than its traditional optical rangefinder. Because, you know, photographers would take photos without previewing what the image would look like on a digital screen first. Something that would give a videographer or cinematographer a heart attack. All joking aside, while not designed for video work, the Leica M E...| No Film School
A new milestone for Leica, the M EV1 is the first M-system camera to feature an integrated electronic viewfinder rather than a traditional optical rangefinder.| No Film School
Set to follow up on the strong legacy built by the Fujifilm X-T30 and the X-T30II, the latest version of the company’s most popular camera model might look the same as it keeps the same form factor, but it’s got some nice new features and capabilities. It’s also set to retail here at launch for under $1,000, making it a realistic and intriguing option for those looking to dive into mirrorless photo and video work for the first time. Let’s look at the Fujifilm X-T30 III and explore wha...| No Film School
Expand the creative possibilities of on-the-go image capture with the X-T30 III from FUJIFILM, an analog-inspired mirrorless camera that packs cutting-edge photo and video technology into a stylish, portable form factor.| No Film School
In Hulu’s The Man in My Basement, the home at the center of the story is more than just a backdrop—it’s a vessel of memory, grief, and history, as well as a stage for confrontation. For production designer Kathrin Eder, the task was both daunting and thrilling: translate a dialogue-heavy novel into a cinematic world where walls, textures, and objects could carry as much narrative weight as the script itself. That meant months of collaboration with director Nadia Latif and many conversat...| No Film School
As the 2001 CYO MVP, my basketball playing days peaked a long time ago. But when it comes to watching the sport, I never miss a 76ers game... even though they have been a hard team to watch as of late. But that's why I enjoy watching movies about basketball. Not only can I forget the team that hurts me so often, but I get to invest in the sport on an emotional level through my favorite artistic medium. Today, I want to take you through what I think are the ten best basketball movies of all ti...| No Film School
Filmmaking is the intersection of art and commerce. But sometimes, the commerce people get a little out of hand. Kevin O'Leary, the investor and Shark Tank star who is somehow making his feature film debut in A24's Marty Supreme, has some notes for his director, Josh Safdie. The note? You should have used AI. Let's dive in. - YouTubewww.youtube.com --- "Mr. Wonderful" Wants Us To Use AI I have to admit, I was shocked to see Kevin O'Leary in the trailer for Marty Supreme. He's not an actor; he...| No Film School
One of the biggest issues facing Hollywood has been the idea that young people are not driving as much viewership when it comes to movies and TV. We've been in this constant battle of figuring out how to get these people to theatres or tuning in their TV sets. It's stressful! But it might be time for a deep breath. A new study is here to bust the biggest myth in media. It turns out "kids these days" are still very much watching—and discussing—movies and TV shows. A 2025 study from UCLA's ...| No Film School
We know, you’re devastated. However, take heart, the new Sigma AF Cine Line 28-45mm T2 FF is coming out soon. It just won’t be on its original scheduled release date of November 6th, 2025. Sigma Corporation has announced that the AF Cine Line 28-45mm T2 FF has been rescheduled for release on December 4th, 2025. A delay of about a month, so not major, but not insignificant if you’re someone itching to get your hands on this new AF zoom as soon as possible. Here’s what you need to know....| No Film School
I think that 2025 has been the year of Ryan Coogler. It's not the coming-out party he had as a filmmaker, which was back with Black Panther. But it's been the crowning achievement year, where he really showed Hollywood he was here to stay with Sinners, which grossed $367 million worldwide (and will rake in more during its Halloween re-release in theaters). With such box office dominance, it was surprising to hear that the director would be tackling a TV project next. Let's dive in. - YouTubew...| No Film School
How this one family heirloom carries trauma, legacy, and narrative weight in Tarantino’s classic.| No Film School
This new feature will allow newsrooms to generate a dedicated URL that any third-party can open to confirm an image’s authenticity data.| No Film School
I'm always up for a demo of the Sony F3's S-Log mode, especially when compared to the much more expensive but similar ARRI ALEXA. The F3 has been called a "mini ALEXA" in S-Log mode, and I suppose you could call the Canon 7D a "mini F3," though no one's claiming the 7D can hold up to the big boys -- it's here as a reference for HDSLR shooters. Here's the test, carried out by Hello World Communications using Cooke Panchro lenses:| No Film School
There are a number of slow motion sequences in my script for Man-child (only 8 days left... !), which makes a RED appropriate. Otherwise I would probably try to shoot it on a Sony F3 with the S-Log firmware (if the campaign is successful, that is... ). All the footage I've seen to date shot in S-Log has been beautiful, with very film-like highlight renditions and gorgeous colors. A common misperception with S-Log is that you need an uncompressed recorder to take advantage of it. Not true! DP ...| No Film School
I was being overly harsh when I said Sony was bringing a knife to a gunfight with their forthcoming NEX-VG10 -- the camera does feature interchangeable lenses, a big 'ole APS-C sensor, and video-shooting ergonomics that will presumably put DSLRs to shame. But its lack of 24p (which Sony is saving fo...| No Film School
Another new update to Blackmagic Design’s DaVinci Resolve is here. Let’s explore everything new and learn how to download it now.| No Film School
Everything you need to know about the DaVinci Resolve 20 update.| No Film School
Take a look at everything new in DaVinci Resolve 20 with this new Beta 3 update.| No Film School
Here’s everything you need to know about Blackmagic Design’s DaVinci Resolve 20 and all of its new tools and features.| No Film School
The BMCC6K just got better.| No Film School
When I started playing around with Magic Lantern RAW video, two things came to mind: First, a camera called the "5D" was once again the nucleus of a low-budget cinematographic revolution -- this time thanks to the Magic Lantern team; Second, how was I ever going to be able to edit what I'd shot? I've learned a lot since then, and it turns out an offline/online, proxy-based workflow is not only possible, but powerful. Check out the process that I've been using to round-trip Magic Lantern RAW b...| No Film School
Read about the latest news & greatest stories on artificial intelligence. On No Film School you'll find everything you need to know about artificial intelligence.| No Film School
During NAB 2023, we interviewed Grant Petty, CEO of Blackmagic Design. Here’s what we discovered about the future of his company.| No Film School
NAB is a whirlwind of an event that has so much to cover, and we don't want you to miss a thing!| No Film School
A look at all of the new syncing options and HEIF/HIF support additions coming to Resolve 18.6.3| No Film School
Here’s everything Blackmagic Design added to DaVinci Resolve with Update 18.6.6.| No Film School
Add livestreaming with Video Assist firmware 3.3.| No Film School
Wider and even more versatile than its successor, the Tamron 25-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III VXD G2 can easily become many photographers go anywhere and do anything lens.| No Film School
Need to create night interiors? Here are some ways to light your scenes!| No Film School
Aputure makes available its highly-anticipated new soft panel.| No Film School
Just as it announced the LS 600c Pro, Aputure snuck a few more reveals during its NAB 2022 Apple-esque event.| No Film School
Here’s everything you need to know about Aputure Sidus Link Pro 2.0 and its new specs, features, and functions.| No Film School
Aputure has announced the successor to the beloved Nova P300c with a version that is twice as bright, with even more color options and functionality.| No Film School
Earlier this week, Aputure announced some new additions to its lineup.| No Film School
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Hey content creators, this might be the light you've been waiting for.| No Film School
A detailed look at what makes the Godox KNOWLED M300R the frontrunner for the best RGBWW LED light for working video professionals.| No Film School
LIghtweight but still packs a punch!| No Film School
Here’s what you need to know about the Godox AD400Pro II Outdoor Flash and what it offers for photographers and videographers alike.| No Film School
What's the best LED for less than a thousand bucks?| No Film School
A look at the new Godox ML80Bi and ML150Bi and what they can offer for your film and video projects.| No Film School
The Godox ML80 Bi-Color LED Video Light delivers powerful illumination in a compact, modular form factor. Capable of producing 29,600 lux at 3.3' with its included zoom lens, it offers brightness comparable to 100W fixtures while maintaining exceptional color accuracy with CRI and TLCI ratings of 96...| No Film School
The Tilta Extended Pro Monitor Mount could be a nice investment to bring adjustments and maneuverability to your on-camera monitors.| No Film School
That's a huge drop in price!| No Film School
Another versatile and capable on-camera monitor has entered the chat as the new Portkeys LS7P adds more awesome options for video pros looking for wireless camera control capabilities.| No Film School
A look at the new Atomos Shinobi 7 RX and how it can be an ideal wireless video monitor to consider easily adding to your live production workflows.| No Film School
I've been doing a number of interviews and filming self-shot videos as part of my attempt to make my first feature film. I've used a number of external monitors with my 5D Mark II in the past but I don't actually own one myself, so I haven't been able to see the rear LCD while I'm standing in front of the camera. But as I was shooting an interview with NextWaveDV's Tony Reale today, he mentioned that I could use the free bundled EOS Utility software to monitor the camera's output over USB wit...| No Film School
Sometimes the best ideas are drifting through space.| No Film School
Interstellar’s music is more than background sound; it’s engineered to echo the film’s scientific concepts of time and relativity.| No Film School
We take a crack at deciphering the ending of Inception and explaining what the movie Inception is about. This is, Inception explained!| No Film School
Hollywood keeps changing, but the beauty remains the same.| No Film School
In 'Interstellar,' Christopher Nolan and Hans Zimmer hid suspense in a place where no one would see it: in the music.| No Film School
The funny thing about themes is that even though writers can manage to tackle a 100-page screenplay full of complex characters and multiple storylines, many of them wouldn't be able to tell you exactly what their story's theme is.| No Film School
What's round, sexy, and weighs in at over 600 lbs? The 49 reels of 70mm film that make up Christopher Nolan's latest IMAX extravaganza Interstellar.| No Film School
Let’s take a look at Vcore, Hollyland’s new camera monitoring option that promises to be more than a video transmission system.| No Film School
Come to No Film School for the latest stories in film, TV, and tech. The world’s most popular filmmaking website is here to make you a better filmmaker.| No Film School
Inside the creative spark behind The Office and Parks and Recreation mastermind’s approach to humor.| No Film School
Inciting incidents are the reason for every movie and TV show you've ever watched, but they're often misunderstood.| No Film School
The first audience for your screenplay (besides yourself) is a reader. Certainly, this reader can be a friend, a partner, a spouse, your mom -- all put-upon by your request to read your script, by the way -- but eventually, your script will find its way to a professional script reader. These script readers are the gatekeepers to the agents, managers and producers who may actually be able to help a screenplay become a movie. And one of these script readers recently created an infographic listi...| No Film School
We broke down why falling over is comedy gold.| No Film School
Let's get emotional.| No Film School
How much information can you give to the audience in one long take?| No Film School
From cult classics to psychological thrillers—Foley’s top films explored.| No Film School
From Vegas vaults to Paris getaways: The coolest capers ever caught on film.| No Film School
We unpack the best movies of Chow Yun Fat's career.| No Film School
Get back to work with these helpful ideas.| No Film School
Keep your ideas safe with tips from this real-life Hollywood horror story| No Film School
A curated lineup of cinematic space odysseys that prove the final frontier is anything but boring.| No Film School
What are the best books on screenwriting? And what can you learn from each of them?| No Film School
If you haven't seen it yet, well, prepare for something that has never happened in the history of human existence: the first full music video shot in space. Chris Hadfield, a Canadian astronaut and the exiting commander of the International Space Station, just released a tribute music video to David Bowie's Space Oddity, which was shot completely aboard the ISS. Check it out below:| No Film School
The ending of '2001: A Space Odyssey' has fascinated audiences for years. Stanley Kubrick is an enigmatic director who put a lot of layers into all his work. Today, we're analyzing the themes, motifs, and talking about what actually happened.| No Film School
When the stories run out on earth, you have to go to the stars.| No Film School
The Fujifilm GFX ETERNA is introduced as the tallest digital filmmaking sensor that has ever been available for purchase on the open market.| No Film School
Here’s everything you need to know about the new DJI Osmo Mobile 7 and 7P Handheld gimbals and their smartphone video capabilities.| No Film School
New Canon EOS-R firmware brings improved autofocus and eye detection for better performance.| No Film School
Several Canon EOS cameras will receive the ability to quickly change between crop modes, plus other new features.| No Film School
Download the new firmware updates for Canon EOS R3 & R5 here| No Film School
Get ready for buttery smooth footage.| No Film School
Not a big update, but important nonetheless.| No Film School
Canon has announced a series of firmware updates for several EOS cameras and lenses, aimed at enhancing performance, authenticity, and support.| No Film School
