If you've seen A24's dystopian war epic 'Civil War', you surely noticed the unique costuming layered throughout the different militias and journalists throughout the film. Hawaiian T-shirts? Painted fingernails? Transparent red sunglasses? Pretty cool. 'Civil War' costume designer Meghan Kasperlik put a lot of time, research, and thought into how to flesh out director Alex Garland's dystopian United States. Working closely with Garland, she took inspiration from real life war journalists and considered what different militia members would realistically wear in this world. She even made seven ..read more

I've been stressed all week. I just finished a spec I'm super proud of, and it has no title. I've always prided myself on having a script title that's evocative of what you're about to read. Writing titles has become sort of a nightmare for me. I basically have to come up with the title before I write, otherwise, the stress will take over, and I won't be able to finish, I keep a running document of titles and I break it out every time I'm going to try a new spec. And I add to it every time I have an idea spark. Today, I want to go over titles with you and talk about how to come up with them ..read more

As we covered (or more specifically didn’t cover) at NAB 2024 this year, one of the biggest stories was simply what wasn’t being said by Nikon or RED Digital Cinema about the former’s acquisition of the latter. This news, of Nikon acquiring RED Digital Cinema, has the potential to be the biggest shakeup in the camera industry ever. Yet, so far, we haven’t gotten many details from either company besides a few generic statements reaffirming that nothing should change for either in the immediate future. However, there’s obviously still more to this story to unearth. And while we’re still anxiou ..read more

The genre of tragedy has been a staple of storytelling since ancient times. People love sad movies, and these weepers wind up bringing a lot of tears out of us. With its focus on powerful emotions, complex characters, and the exploration of the human condition, tragedy continues to captivate audiences in the world of film and television. So today, I wanted to go over the tragedy genre and see what we can learn from it. Let's dive in. Tragedy Genre Definition A tragedy is a form of drama that depicts the downfall or destruction of a central character, often someone of noble stature or except ..read more

Every weekend, movies are opening, and we're seeing a real-time test of who is actually a movie star in Hollywood. Stars used to be the reason people saw movies in the theater. They were responsible for huge opening weekends, for movies having legs, and for them doing well overseas. But in the current climate of IP-driven Hollywood, the titles have become the draw themselves. Those tentpoles and sequels outshone stars, and changed the entire platform of Hollywood. Now, we're stuck in a very weird situation—one where there are very few, or maybe even no, movie stars anymore. So, how did we ge ..read more

In what sounds like an exasperated joke (as Multi Turret puts on its own website), the Vertigo series of triple-lens mount options has turned a novelty concept into something that’s actually more practical than you might think. Great for documentary shooters and other videographers that need to hot swap lenses quickly and often for different projects, these Vertigo triple lens mount systems could be a great option for the right solo shooter or small team looking to think outside of the box. Or, in this case, outside of the camera bag. So, if you’re looking to consider any off-the-wall option ..read more

It’s easy to forget that the world—in fact—does not revolve around Apple. The multinational corporation and technology company headquartered in Cupertino, California has done a great job of packing its yearly announcement so tightly with new iPhones, Apple Watches, and fledgling Vision Pro AR/VR headsets, that it’s hard not to constantly be tuned into the drone of their latest tech unveilings. Still, as we wrap up Apple’s 2024 ‘Let Loose’ event which did see some pretty major announcements, we’re left with our heads spinning a little bit as to what exactly Apple unveiled, and which new produ ..read more

Advertising isn't just about facts and figures. It's about striking an emotional chord, making us feel something powerful that motivates us to act. In commercials, we are constantly trying to draw eyeballs onto the TV and then get people to buy products in stores. That requires using different modes of persuasion. The one we're focusing on today is pathos. Pathos taps into our deepest emotions to create a connection between us and the product or service being advertised. and today, we're going to extrapolate that and how it's used. Let's dive in. Pathos Definition Pathos is the use of the ..read more

Blending action and comedy together can be tricky, but when it’s done right, it creates movie magic. Films like Beverly Hills Cop, Lethal Weapon, Rush Hour, Tropic Thunder and, more recently, Everything Everywhere All at Once are prime examples of this being done successfully. The latest title to join the hybrid genre is Lee Thongkham’s Kitty the Killer, which follows Dina, a highly trained teenage assassin and her mentor, Charlie, as they unexpectedly join forces to stop a sinister plot and save millions of lives. When Thongkham crafted the script, he focused on really building up the actio ..read more

Where does our food come from, and what challenges do the people who grow and raise the food face? TV personality Jeremy Clarkson sought to answer those questions in the show Clarkson's Farm, which debuted in 2021. This British documentary series that follows Jeremy Clarkson's journey as he attempts to run his 1,000-acre farm in the Cotswolds. The show's brutally realistic portrayal of farming challenges and its success in raising awareness of the British farming industry, and farming across the world. Let's dive into its importance. Why is Clarkson's Farm Important? Clarkson's Farm shines ..read more