The Definitive Guide to Conflict in Storytelling | No Film School
What is conflict in storytelling? And why do I need it?| No Film School
What is conflict in storytelling? And why do I need it?| No Film School
Combining internal and external conflicts is a character writing secret that will make your screenplays compelling.| No Film School
Can your main character also be the villain of the story?| No Film School
Sometimes, the protagonist is the bad guy of their own story—and that's okay.| No Film School
Read about the latest news & greatest stories on screenwriting. On No Film School you'll find everything you need to know about screenwriting.| No Film School
Intercutting scenes in your screenplay can show a distinct handle on your storytelling abilities and help you save page length. Here's how.| No Film School
Learning how to write dialogue that conveys plot and jumps off the page by studying the best dialogue examples.| No Film School
We're back for week two!| No Film School
Ridley Scott movies are well-oiled machines, but shooting a historical epic in just 62 days is wild.| No Film School
There are very few directors who can shoot as good or better than Sir Ridley Scott.| No Film School
From Russia to Waterloo, skilled technicians added tens of thousands of people on the battlefield with an effeciantly planned post workflow.| No Film School
These are the two films that infiltrated the sci-fi genre for good.| No Film School
Ridley Scott's list of favorite films is as eclectic as they come.| No Film School
Capable of recording 4K60p directly to your device with a single Type-C cable, this MFT streaming camera with an interchangeable lens mount is unique to say the least.| No Film School
Take a look at the Hollyland’s first camera and its live streaming niche focused design.| No Film School
Check out Atomos' new streaming camera line.| No Film School
We go over the definition, history, and examples of this kind of TV show.| No Film School
With Sean McNamara's latest film, Bau: Artist at War, earning rave reviews across the festival circuit, much of the praise has been directed at the gorgeous and painterly cinematography of DP Shawn Seifert. Fresh off projects as diverse as Buddy Games: Spring Awakening and The Bad Seed Returns, Seifert's work on the historical drama showcases a remarkable new facet of his talent, capturing the life of an artist with breathtaking visual style. We spoke with the cinematographer about his celebr...| No Film School
For screenwriters staring at a blank page or filmmakers searching for their next breakout project, the pressure to craft something good has never been greater. That can lead to writer's block and a lot of frustration. To jumpstart the creative process, we've curated 75 unique thriller movie prompts that should help shake you out of your funk and get you on the right track. Let's dive in. --- Thriller Movie Prompts Psychological Thrillers A psychiatrist specializing in memory recovery discover...| No Film School
If you're looking for a solid kit zoom lens to strap to a Sony mirrorless camera that is both powerful, yet still lightweight and affordable, then we have great news for you. There are some awesome saving opportunities currently out there for Tamron lenses, with many being ideal options to pair with one of your favorite Sony E-mount cameras. In our latest "Deals of the Week" roundup, here are some top deals that you should absolutely check out below. Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Lens ...| No Film School
It's always a pleasure to listen to Spike Lee talk about his films. And that's why I was so excited he has a new one that debuts on AppleTV today, Highest 2 Lowest. It's a reimagining of Akira Kurosawa's 1963 classic High and Low, and it's clear from the jump that this is a project Spike is passionate about. He spoke to USA Today about the movie and its moral centers. One quote that stood out to me was about AI in the movie and in real life. Let's dive in. - YouTubewww.youtube.com --- Spike L...| No Film School
I wish I could grow a mustache like Burt Reynolds. The guy was the epitome of cool for so long in Hollywood, and he embodied some iconic roles that have never faded. Today, I want to go through some of my favorite Burt Reynolds roles and talk about why I love them so much. Let's dive in. --- 1. Lewis Medlock in 'Deliverance' (1972) I know this is a really famous movie, but I still think it's underrated. It's a deconstruction of masculinity, and at its core is Reynolds, who plays a primal dude...| No Film School
Orson Welles is a legendary filmmaker who helped shape Hollywood as we know it today. While many remember him for Citizen Kane, his second feature, The Magnificent Ambersons, is also incredibly important. And many think it could be as crucial as Kane, if we were able to see the movie as Welles originally intended. See, RKO chopped 43 minutes from the movie and melted down the film for Nitrate. For decades, that lost footage has been the Holy Grail of film preservation, a cinematic white whale...| No Film School
In many ways, Blackmagic Design’s DaVinci Resolve is already one of the most accessible video editing platforms. With the base DaVinci Resolve app being free to download and use, it’s a great option for those looking to start their video editing journeys from scratch. However, if you’re looking for a full array of tools and features, DaVinci Resolve Studio is the way to go. And with a price tag of $295, it’s really not a bad investment at all. Yet, for some teams looking to bring in e...| No Film School
For the many AI naysayers out there who have had their reservations and qualms with generative AI in particular, this might be the major showdown that could upend the industry as we know it. Midjourney was one of the earliest players in the generative AI space, yet despite their early success, they might also be the first to go down. Warner Bros. Discover is suing Midjourney for copyright infringement, alleging that Midjourney has trained its model on others' intellectual property. Unlike oth...| No Film School
In The Godfather Part II (1974), Michael Corleone (Al Pacino) sits in quiet calculation, his words sharper than any blade: “My father taught me many things here — he taught me in this room. He taught me: keep your friends close, but your enemies closer.” It’s a simple line, but it lands like a blueprint for survival. Within the film’s world of betrayal, shifting loyalties, and power struggles, this single piece of advice becomes Michael’s guiding principle. What’s fascinating is...| No Film School
The story follows Lucas Page, a viral YouTuber known for his creepy video series, and his sister, Lynn, as they investigate a murder in the center of their hometown of Larkin, Texas. But their investigation quickly goes haywire when the two are swept up in a decades-old supernatural phenomenon that involves Larkin’s residents and charismatic reverend. Paul Gandersman, who also co-edited the film, walked us through how he used Premiere Pro to bring this mixed media narrative to life and mana...| No Film School
Just when we thought the legal battle between Hollywood and AI couldn't get more intense, Warner Bros. Discovery has officially entered the mix, filing its own lawsuit against AI image generator Midjourney, according to The Hollywood Reporter. This comes hot on the heels of the bombshell joint lawsuit filed by Disney and NBCUniversal back in June. This is a coordinated legal assault by the giants of Hollywood against a technology they see as an existential threat. Let's dive in. --- WBD Sues ...| No Film School
I am really pumped for our very own GG Hawkins, who has a movie coming out in theaters later this month. The trailer just dropped, and as someone who has already seen the fantastic film, I am really excited for more people to get to watch it. Today, I want to go over some lessons you can learn from the film and the trailer itself. Let's dive in. --- The 'I Really Love My Husband' Trailer 3 Lessons From The Trailer and The Movie You see a movie like GG Hawkins' I Really Love My Husband, and yo...| No Film School
Last month, I saw a bunch of movies on the Criterion Channel that caught my eye. They were starring an actor named Sammo Hung, a guy whom I had heard about in my martial arts movie love, but I was embarrassed that I had only seen a few of them. Well, I sat down and spent a month watching these films, and I got obsessed with the action and with him as an actor. Today, I wanted to bring you some of my favorites. Let's dive in. --- 1. Eastern Condors (1987) This movie feels like Sammo basically ...| No Film School
Look, when James Cameron gets salty about something, it’s usually a good idea to pay attention. The man doesn't just make movies; he bends technology, physics, and studio budgets to his will to get what’s in his head onto the screen. He’s earned the right to be a little ticked off. And right now, he’s ticked off about something that should be obvious, but somehow, sixteen years after Avatar blew our collective minds, still isn’t. Let's dive in. - YouTubewww.youtube.com --- It’s Pe...| No Film School
Emerald Fennell does not do anything lightly. She's a force of nature who directs big, bold movies. And they are noisy and loud, and get people to the theaters. Promising Young Woman was a big splash, and Saltburn entered the cultural lexicon and changed the way people think about bath time. But now, Fennell takes on classical literature with Wuthering Heights, which delivered such a steamy trailer that a lot of people online were equating it to softcore porn. There are tons of suggestive ima...| No Film School
When it comes to the greatest sitcom characters of all time, Michael Scott from The Office has to be near the top of the list. The boss of a Scranton paper company, who is inept but has a big heart, was perfectly embodied by Steve Carell, who knew just how to press the right buttons but also make Michael Scott incredibly likable and pitiful, in an engaging way. Now, with the new Office spinoff, The Paper, coming out, there are big shoes to fill. Those are now worn by Domhnall Gleeson, as he p...| No Film School
With an official title that’s quite a mouthful, the FUJINON LA30x7.8 is a new broadcast zoom lens with fast electronic flange back adjustment, a simple macro function, and compatibility with the MS-X1 Semi-Servo Kit and Blackmagic controls. Compared to the previous LA16x8 model, it should be quite an improvement with a longer zoom range, faster zoom speed, and better results for your virtual and remote productions. Let’s take a look at this powerful new broadcast option. --- The new FUJIN...| No Film School
In gearing up for IBC 2025, where Panasonic plans to show off these innovations, the company has made two major announcements in the world of broadcast studio cameras. The first is that Panasonic is unveiling the AK-UBX100, a next-generation 4K box-style multi-purpose camera designed to give broadcasters, houses of worship, live event producers, and content creators a new level of freedom, precision, and consistency for their productions. The second piece of news here is that Paonasinc is ann...| No Film School
At this point, most folks in the film and video world know a thing or two about what makes a good camera a good camera. You have your usual mix of specs and features to consider, as well as your own personal preferences for looks, colors, and operability. Yet, while the aesthetics of a camera’s physical design might seem unimportant, you’d be surprised how many novices and pros alike make purchases based on what a camera looks like. Or, more specifically, how they think they will look usi...| No Film School
In the biggest news in the NLE world since Apple announced the release of Final Cut Pro for iPads, Adobe has just announced the launch of a new iOS version of Premiere Pro. Set to release later this month for free, Premiere on iPhone aims to bring all of the creative powers of Premiere Pro to your favorite smartphone system. Let’s take a look at this significant announcement and what it could mean for video editors on the go and the ever-growing class of new-era mobile content creators. ---...| No Film School
The world of smartphone video recording is about to get a major boost as Hohem has unveiled its new iSteady V3 Ultra. Featuring breakthrough AI tracking technology with touchscreen target selection, a detachable touchscreen remote, real-time live feed monitoring, and other native tracking features, this new AI-powered smartphone gimbal is about to kick things up a notch. Let’s explore all of the top features for this new Hohem iSteady V3 Ultra and see what it could offer for your content cr...| No Film School
Stephen King is one of the most prolific writers of all time. He has so many stories and so many characters, I suppose it should not be a shock that one of them is based on the actor Clint Eastwood. But it's not like a throwaway guy...it's someone who has their own series and has appeared in eight novels. Let's dive in. --- Stephen King And Clint Eastwood The character of Roland Deschain, The Gunslinger, was directly inspired by one of history's most celebrated movie stars, a fact confirmed b...| No Film School
Paul Thomas Anderson is such a joyous filmmaker. I am so happy when he has a new movie come out, because his passion for the big screen is contagious. One Battle After Another, his newest film, will be shown in 70MM all over the country, and he really thinks you should see the movie that way. It stars Leonardo DiCaprio and is loosely inspired by the Thomas Pynchon novel, 'Vineland'. I have been eagerly awaiting its drop, and so has PTA. It turns out he's been recutting the movie, trimming som...| No Film School
Look, almost every filmmaker in Hollywood is chasing the same thing: the four-quadrant blockbuster. It's the movie that gets your teenage niece, your cynical dad, your best friend, and her mom to pile into the SUV and sit their butts in the theaters. And these days, it's really hard to get that done. But then a movie like K-Pop: Demon Hunters comes along and we see Netflix do it...but from the comfort of your couch. This animated monster hit didn't just find an audience; it found all the audi...| No Film School
We haven't had a TV show that moved culture the way Game of Thrones did when it came out. It was a behemoth that got everyone to sit down on Sunday nights to watch it live. There's a lot we can learn from a show like that, but I wanted to focus on the writing alone today, by presenting a few episodes for you to check out. Let's dive in. --- Read and Download These Game of Thrones Scripts Game of Thrones Pilot - Season 1, Episode 1 Game of Thrones - Mother's Mercy - Season 5, Episode 10 Game o...| No Film School
When I started working in Los Angeles, I started as a PA on film and commercials sets, and then worked as an assistant, and now, somehow, I'm a writer. But I really liked my days as a set PA, running around, closing roads, carrying coffees, and just being enveloped by making movies and TV in Hollywood. Today, I wanted to put together a glossary that every young PA can use to learn the terms they'll hear on film sets and fit in with everyone. Let's dive in. --- The Production Assistant Glossar...| No Film School
Sunday nights used to mean something. My roommates and my friends would gather and make food. And we'd sit and watch Game of Thrones together and analyze all the characters and just escape into the fantasy realm. I really miss those sorts of gatherings for prestige television, and I really miss this TV show. Today, I want to go over the ten episodes of Game of Thrones that I think are the very best. Let's dive in. --- 1. "The Rains of Castamere" (Season 3, Episode 9) "The Rains of Castamere" ...| No Film School
Set to join the ranks of several other top brands in the digital photo and video space, Viltrox is the latest lens manufacturing company to join the L-mount alliance. Viltrox will now have its name next to the likes of Sigma, Panasonic, Blackmagic Design, Sirui, DJI, and—of course—Leica. Joining the L-Mount alliance is a good strategic move for the company as it will allow Viltrox to reach more customers as well as expand its growing array of high-quality, yet highly affordable, lenses fo...| No Film School
The WWE has been feeding actors into Hollywood for a while, but I have to say my favorite is probably John Cena. He can do action, comedy, and everything in between. And we've seen him use the physicality he learned in wrestling for both. Today, I wanted to go over ten of my favorite John Cena movies, where I think he really shines in his big and small roles. Let's dive in. --- 1. Blockers (2018) I thought this was an underrated comedy. It's a heartfelt and hilarious teen comedy that showcase...| No Film School
An exploration into how the new Hollyland VenusLiv Air All-in-One Live Streaming Camera is set to make live streaming easier than ever before.| 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
"Write what you know" is the most popular piece of advice given to people all over the world. And it's complete bullshit.| No Film School
You've heard the adage, "Show, don't tell"—but do you know what it means?| No Film School
It's time to make some hard decisions within your screenplay.| No Film School
Forget all the rules and just focus on this one thing.| No Film School
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Soderbergh continues his low-budget style with Sundance short "Presence"| No Film School
It's a website full of video content. Someone has to be shooting and editing it!| No Film School
No Time to Die, Daniel Craig's last James Bond movie, has released its first trailer and it continues the series' current trend of upending our expectations, and messing with the formula, of this almost 60-year-old franchise.| No Film School
Is there anyone left in Hollywood who can get a movie greenlit?| No Film School
Apparently, it has everything to do with taste.| No Film School
The action genre is a high-octane thrill ride that gives the audience all the explosions and fights they can handle. But how can you utilize the lessons and tropes of action in your own writing?| No Film School
It was a crazy year for movies, and the Academy celebrated and reward them again.| No Film School
Which ones of her movies made her a massive star?| No Film School
A look at the latest version of Insta360’s flagship 360° camera and its 8K 360° video recording capabilities.| No Film School
Good news, Android users!| No Film School
A step below the Flow 2 Pro, the new Insta360 Flow 2 aims to provide smarter AI and more “everyday” content creation features.| No Film School
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What new technologies might be coming to your favorite action cameras soon.| No Film School
The Insta360 Is Set to Revolutionize 360° image capture, if we can wrap our heads around it.| No Film School
This 8K VR camera is an all-in-one solution for VR filmmakers who don't want a post-production headache.| No Film School
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What is the difference between the thriller and horror genres?| No Film School
Ryan Coogler says he wants his audience to know him better.| No Film School
A great lesson from a filmmaking icon!| No Film School
What are your thoughts on the 'Sinners' headline controversy?| No Film School
Coogler's arrangement for 'Sinners' includes several key provisions rarely seen together.| No Film School
If you're enough lucky to be Irish…| No Film School
From manga on paper to full throttle live action, this is how Marc Jobst adapted the live-action One Piece series for Netflix.| No Film School
A masterclass in how this tight shot type can be used to create rhythm and story.| No Film School
This seems like a great time to go over how you get nominated for and win an Academy Award.| 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
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
A look at Sony’s new 4K 3-CMOS Sensor Flagship Handheld XDCAM Camcorder, which supports digital signature technology for video authentication, advanced networking capabilities, and new AI-powered subject recognition.| No Film School
There is one new feature in Resolve 18.5 that has the power to radically transform post-production workflows, and it isn't getting the attention it deserves.| No Film School
Plus additional AI tech with a “human-in-the-loop” approach.| No Film School
This Sunday, NAB opens its doors. This year, the theme seems to be all about AI.| No Film School
Opus Clip's use of GPT-4 for AI-powered video editing allows you to turn long videos into shorter, shareable clips.| No Film School
Everything you need to know about the DaVinci Resolve 20 update.| No Film School
Check out all the new features in DaVinci Resolve.| No Film School
Here’s everything you need to know about DaVinci Resolve Update 20.0.1 and what it’s set to offer in terms of improvements and new features for Blackmagic Design’s popular NLE.| No Film School
Here’s everything Blackmagic Design added to DaVinci Resolve with Update 18.6.6.| No Film School
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A look at Blackmagic Design’s latest public beta, plus other workflow and support updates.| No Film School
We discovered five exciting features of Resolve 14 that haven't received much attention. Until now.| No Film School
DaVinci Resolves Public Beta 6 is here:| No Film School
The future is now with Blackmagic's latest DaVinci update:| No Film School
Blackmagic is revolutionizing broadcast workflows with their latest Cloud storage and DaVinci Resolve integrations.| No Film School
Filmmaking can be a way to process grief and preserve memories.| No Film School
Not to mention the 12 card RAID 0 flash memory core, 4 x 10G Ethernet, and more!| No Film School
With the latest version of Resolve, we're seeing Blackmagic push color grading and more into new areas of mobility.| No Film School
