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Movies to Watch in 2023—A Filmmaker’s Guide

2023 promises a glut of amazing films, franchises, and features. Here’s what filmmakers and cinephiles should be looking for. Let’s get ready for a new year of cinematic experiences. Here’s a rundown of what we’re looking forward to in 2023.…

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Top Ten Not-Christmas Christmas Movies

There’s one thing the movies have taught us, and it’s that the holidays are much more complicated than Frank Capra would have you believe. Jimmy Stewart makes it look like all you have to do is be a little nicer,…

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A Creative Guide to Upskilling as a Freelancer

The global economy has been experiencing an ongoing sea change since the disruptions of 2020. What does that mean for freelancers? We’ve seen the realization across multiple industries as creative types have gone from “Hey, I can work remotely!” to…

The Long-Distance Perspective of the Director

Think Like a Director: Knowing Your Vision

A film’s director provides the overall “vision” for the film. Let’s look at some of the cinematic highlights of 2022 through this distinctive lens. Let’s talk about Barbarian, Zac Cregger’s indie horror film that debuted late this year and has…

Five Facets of Fantastic Film Dialogue

Movies are more than eyeball-melting special effects, Technicolor vistas, and complicated camera work. What makes them truly memorable is the dialogue. The screenwriter’s value is often dismissed when it comes to who makes the spectacle that fills the big screen.…