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what is an assistant director?
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What is an Assistant Director in Film?

By Johnny Papan   If films were the human body, you could deliberate that producers are the brains, writers and directors are the heart, cinematographers are the eyes, sound designers are the ears, and production designers are…
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February 15, 2020
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script supervisors
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Script Supervisors: The Eyes & Ears of Continuity

By Johnny Papan   Continuity is a vast valley that requires precise attention to detail and spawns through many departments. To save time and money, films are shot out of sequence. It is up to the script supervisor to make sure…
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February 3, 2020
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Vancouver's best coffee shops for writers
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Vancouver’s Best Coffee Shops for Writers

  Coffee shops are a hot spot for writers. There is just something about the environment, the atmosphere and the smell that get the creative juices flowing. Ample seating, plentiful outlets, and an exceptional hot brew are all key…
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January 21, 2020
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how to make your short film go viral
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How to Make Your Short Film Go Viral

Written by Breanne Pitt There is no way to guarantee a video will go viral. You may spend hours on end editing, filming, and researching every blog or article about creating viral videos to no avail. Even though we can’t break the YouTube…
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January 14, 2020
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HOW TO CREATE AN AMAZING DEMO REEL

  If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a demo reel is worth a million. An expertly crafted demo reel can quite literally kickstart your career if your resume is less than prolific. On the flip side, all it takes is a few…
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January 6, 2020
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Why should filmmakers shoot commericals?
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Why Should Filmmakers Shoot Commercials?

By Christopher McKittrick   Like nearly all film school students, you probably dream of helming a multi-million dollar Hollywood blockbuster… except at the moment you’re finding it difficult to come up with those millions to spend…
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December 8, 2019
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How to write conflict
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HOW TO WRITE CONFLICT

Written by Mark Shelling Why don't we ever care much about the characters in disaster movies? By any estimation, they're dealing with a conflict that has the absolute highest stakes. Because these characters aren't always well defined,…
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December 3, 2019
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how to make better video content
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How to Make Better Video Content With These 7 Simple Steps

Written by Breanne Pitt   Anyone can make a video. The 21st century smartphone provides nearly everyone with access to high quality video cameras in their pocket. The difference between amateur and artist, however, is the successful…
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November 21, 2019
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How do you market a film
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How Do You Market A Film? A Guide for Each Stage Of Production

How Do You Market A Film? Written by Tae Haahr Marketing is the most underrated aspect of the filmmaking process. It comes from a combination of wanting to get the film right, having a ton of things to consider and the fact that most…
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November 20, 2019
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the beginner's guide to working as an extra
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The Beginner’s Guide to Working as an Extra

By Julia Courtenay   It’s been a blockbuster year for film in Vancouver, providing a slew of opportunities for Background Performers (a.k.a Extras) to be anything from zombies, to German officers, FBI agents, bikers, baristas…
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November 15, 2019
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3 SCI-FI INDIE FILMS WITH PERFECT F/X

1. MONSTERS (2010) Before Gareth Edwards was behind the helm of the reboot of Godzilla (2014) and the upcoming Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) he directed, wrote, shot and created the visual effects for his breakout sci-fi indie film…
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November 8, 2019
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What is Auteur Theory in Filmmaking?

What is Auteur Theory in Filmmaking? by Ryan Uytdewilligen   In short, an Auteur is an artist who applies a high amount of stylistic control over their craft. In the case of Auture Filmmaking, this would be the director.   In…
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November 5, 2019
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WHY SHOOTING VANCOUVER
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Why Shoot Film In Vancouver?

What Makes Vancouver So Good for Movies? Written by Freddie Kim   Shooting in Vancouver has become a haven for film and television. Vancouver is considered a premier location, and was affectionately given the nickname "Hollywood…
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October 28, 2019
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Martha: A Picture Story – Interview with Documentary Filmmaker Selina Miles

Written by Clarence Sponagle Martha; A Picture Story is a documentary reminding us that one passion can lead to others, one person's drive can be addictive and that some of the best storytelling is through art.   Martha Cooper…
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October 9, 2019
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Heavy Hitting HorrorFest Brings Carnage to Whistler’s Festival Circuit

AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH HEAVY HITTING HORRORFEST'S FUNNY AND UNPREDICTABLE FESTIVAL DIRECTOR: FEET BANKS Written by Johnny Papan   Whistler's Heavy Hitting HorrorFest describes itself as a "one night, balls to the wall…
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August 27, 2019
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five films you didn't know gave vancouver film students jobs
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5 Films You Didn’t Know Gave Vancouver Film Students Jobs

Is there a better place to shoot a movie than Vancouver? With its versatile cityscape, beautiful forestry and mountain surrounds, and temperate climate, the city provides the perfect backdrop for almost any story you want to tell. Filmmakers…
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July 12, 2019
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five films that used visual effects in super subtle ways
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Five Films That Used Visual Effects In Super Subtle Ways

By Victor van der Merwe The world of visual effects is becoming an ever more crucial part of the film industry. CGI and 3D modelling is not just for monster movies and aliens anymore and as movies evolve, it is amazing to see what the…
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July 9, 2019
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five films for scouting the perfect location
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Five Tips for Scouting the Perfect Location

By: Ryan Uytdewilligen What’s the motivation for your movie’s location? If you are going make your on-screen dream a reality, you’ll need actors, props, a screenplay, and a crew. But you can’t forget the most important physical…
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June 21, 2019
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