This week Matt and I talk about resources online related to filmmaking. Some are paid content sites such as Shane Hurlbut’s Inner Circle and the Stan Winston School of Character Arts, but we also talk about free sources like Indy Mogul and other YouTube Channels.

The short film this week is the second that we’ve reviewed by filmmaker Tofiq Rzayev. We look at how his technique has improved and his style refined.

I can’t come up with idioms for my life this episode.

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Nihan: Son Sayfa / Nihan: The Last Page – Short Film / Kısa Film

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We turn to Reddit this week to get thoughts on the cardinal rules of short filmmaking. Then we continue onto a short by Derek Dubois called Sinners. I’ve included an article this week that counters what we discussed at the head of the show. You’ll find it in the links below.

The theme of this episode and the joke in the title were only revealed way after recording.

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We start this episode talking about what’s on our gear wishlist. This week’s short film characterizes the medium, and would be standard fare at festivals. Our initially cynical expectations were crushed by a punch line that made us appreciate the attention to detail and finesse that went into this short, and forced us to watch it again. As always, but it bears repeating, watch the short before listening, and then join the conversation on twitter.

Thanks to Jobie Nam for submitting this week!

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This episode starts out with Matt and I reminiscing about the past and tell the first part of our journey into filmmaking.

Next, we discuss the film of the night, La Vie en Rose, by Patrick Hoffacker. We give some practical advice for new filmmakers looking to improve in all facets of filmmaking. We’ve been there, you’ve been there, and Patrick’s there. The first films you make aren’t the best, but are the greatest and only way to truly learn.

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We stick to a theme this episode: Remakes.

First we discuss a very topical video from the YouTube channel Counter Arguments which discusses remakes in Hollywood. It’s a not-so-subtle response to the overall backlash against Ghostbusters. Have we reached peak remake? I’d say we haven’t, if only because the studios are still making money.

Today’s short is also in the realm of remakes/retellings. We look at a fan film from the Terminator universe called Sex, Lies, and Terminators .

Joe gets very confused about who directed the remake of The Magnificent Seven, so just ignore him when he talks about Quentin Tarantino.

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This week we talk about some other podcasts we listen to. Some are related to filmmaking, some aren’t, but they all make us more rounded individuals.

Today’s film, STALL, comes to us from Devon Dresback and Bret Kalmbach, and was submitted through SaturdayNightShorts.com. An award-winning film that doesn’t play around, STALL is a thrilling example of what one can do with a single location and a limited budget. We are slowly introduced to 4 characters stuck within a stall–never seeing more than a few pairs of feet. This gives us a feelings of anxiety and claustrophobia. The short had a good concept that was well executed.

There’s a very short behind the scenes video that Matt and I didn’t find until after we recorded (because we’re dummies), but I’ve linked it below and it answers some questions we had. It impressed us as well.

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We’re back baby and better than ever. I know, it’s been a while, but never fear we have a great show today. First we chat a bit about what we’ve been doing (sort of), then we discuss Paul Allen’s Vulcan Productions and their short film series about encouraging and educating voters. Finally we review a beautiful short film called It Eats You Up by Kassim Norris. This short was shot on actual Super 16mm film, which makes it extra special. I recommend taking a look at the links in the description for the short as they provide some nice context and a deep look into the creative process.

Check out the film and the story, and welcome back. We missed your faces.

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It’s hard not to appeal to the lowest common denominator. When creating a short film it’s important to have a point of view, and fill it with characters that have similar and contrasting views. The concepts and ideas in the film challenge the audience’s preexisting beliefs and the filmmaker, in turn, shows respect for the audience.

In Kip Calendine’s ATHEISTS ANONYMOUS a young woman, struggling with her belief, attends a group meeting to find answers. Unfortunately for her, the meeting raises more questions than answers. Matt and I enjoyed the cinematography and concept of this short, while the sound design, story balance, and dialogue could use some work.

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In ‘Traced’ from Rob Horwitz, a man comes to heads with his past and faces the consequences of his actions. We see an event unfold in this roughly 13 minute short that takes as long on screen as it would have in real life. Throughout the short, suspense builds, and an either overly complex or underdeveloped plot unfolds on screen. Is the wait worth the pay off?

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Matt goes under the microscope this week when we talk about his short film, ‘Little Red Heart.’ When we look at this “updated, remastered, George Lucas-ed version of a video production class project” Matt and I discuss things he wishes he could have done better, the things he was proud of, and a Freudian slip.

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