Film Craft Podcast
Film Craft is the podcast that teaches YOU how to make a feature film with NO money. We made our award winning feature What We Don't Say for $6000 and we want to help you make yours! Other credits (for no budget of course) include "Party Stories" and more! Check out our links below for more info! Trailer for What We Don't Say : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMyyahzziVo&t=2s Pre-order WWDS now! : Amazon link : https://amzn.to/2SLF7e7 Barnes & Noble : https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/dvd-what-we-dont-say-rachel-michetti/34863930?ean=0760137362999 Turner Classic Movies : https://shop.tcm.com/what-we-dont-say/760137362999 Canadian pre-order link : https://www.amazon.ca/What-Dont-Say-Tim-Cakebread/dp/B085KJSC9D/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=what+we+don%27t+say+dvd&qid=1588865296&sr=8-2 Follow us on the socials! https://twitter.com/MattRalstonFilm https://twitter.com/latif_u https://www.instagram.com/matt_ralston_film/ Check out our links below! https://www.facebook.com/whatwedontsaymovie https://www.instagram.com/whatwedontsayfilm/ Thanks everyone! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Episode 123 - CJ Walley
On this episode Matt talks to special guest CJ Walley. CJ is the founder of Script Revolution and also a screenwriter based in the UK. Matt talks to CJ about his writing career and how he became interested in screenwriting. CJ talks about his journey and other general craft topics. Matt and CJ also talk about script revolution and how it came to be.
You can watch What We Don't Say here.
Episode 122 - Opening Credits, Awards, and Fame
In this episode Matt and Latif have a discussion on opening credits in both feature films and shorts. Matt also discusses his change in opinion on awards. And finally Latif discusses some of the issues that would arise with excessive fame.
You can watch What We Don't Say here.
Amazon Canada : https://www.amazon.ca/What-Dont-Say-Tim-Cakebread/dp/B085KJSC9D/ref=sr...
Episode 121 - Timothy Cakebread Returns
In this episode Matt and Latif chat once again with Timothy Cakebread. Tim played Caleb in What We Don't Say, and he's back to discuss his recently published script Seeing Up. Seeing Up, was produced into a three part audio series and published to read as well. We discuss Tim's writing process and how he developed the story for Seeing Up. Matt and Latif also discuss general screenplay topi...
Episode 120 - Children of Men and Film School
*Spoilers for Children of Men
In this episode Matt discusses, Alfonso Cuarón's Children of Men with Latif. We discuss the cinematography, the editing, and other nuances that make the film so great. Latif also mentions two other films that made strong impressions on him before he became interested in filmmaking. Matt and Latif also take a deep dive into film school. Latif talks ab...
Episode 119 - Creating Characters
Today Matt and Latif discuss characters. They discuss how character is formed, and how people approach it differently. Latif talks about tone and what it means to him. They also discuss examples of interesting characters in films like, The King of Comedy and Patterson.
You can watch What We Don't Say here.
Amazon Canada : https://www.amazon.ca/What-Dont-Say-Tim-Cakebread/dp/B085...
Episode 118 - Ideas
Today Matt and Latif discuss coming up with ideas. How are they formed? How quickly does it happen? We also discuss vetting the concepts and letting go of bad ones.
You can watch What We Don't Say here.
Amazon Canada : https://www.amazon.ca/What-Dont-Say-Tim-Cakebread/dp/B085KJSC9D/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=what+we+don%27t+say+dvd&qid=1588865296&sr=8-2
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Episode 117 - Retrospective
Matt and Latif look back on the year 2020. They talk about how they continued building on the craft of filmmaking. They discuss shooting a film during 2020. Matt and Latif also discuss their favourite and least favourite films of the year.
You can watch What We Don't Say here.
Amazon Canada : https://www.amazon.ca/What-Dont-Say-Tim-Cakebread/dp/B085KJSC9D/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=what+we+d...
Episode 116 - Breaking Away From Constructs
Today we discuss breaking away from established filmmaking technique. We discuss why some early technique examples from teachers, friends, and other filmmakers can actually limit our point of view. We use camera angles and hand held camera as an example. We also briefly discuss night interior lighting and color correction.
You can watch What We Don't Say here.
Episode 115 - Louise Lathey
Matt talks with filmmaker Louise Lathey. They talk about her feature, Who Am I Now which was shot during the pandemic. Louise talks about her experience making her first feature film and why she chose this story. They also discuss the challenges of shooting during the pandemic, which includes dealing with intimate scenes that were crucial to the story.
You can watch What We Don't Say here.
Episode 114 - Scene Analysis
On this episode Matt and Latif look at a scene from, What We Don't Say. We talk about the creative choices and the production details about the scene, from lighting, to staging, and mood. We also briefly talk about 12K resolution.
You can watch What We Don't Say here.
Amazon Canada : https://www.amazon.ca/What-Dont-Say-Tim-Cakebread/dp/B085KJSC9D/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=what+we+don%27t+sa...
Episode 113 - Editing Deep Dive
Today Matt and Latif discuss the importance of a good editor. We talk about software and workflows. We also discuss why you might want an editor and when you might want to try editing something yourself.
You can watch What We Don't Say here.
Amazon Canada : https://www.amazon.ca/What-Dont-Say-Tim-Cakebread/dp/B085KJSC9D/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=what+we+don%27t+say+dvd&qid=1588865296...
Summary
Episode 112 - Upgrades and Influences
Matt and Latif have discuss the choice of upgrading equipment. From cameras to computers. We also discuss the consumption film media and how it influences you.
You can watch What We Don't Say here.
Amazon Canada : https://www.amazon.ca/What-Dont-Say-Tim-Cakebread/dp/B085KJSC9D/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=what+we+don%27t+say+dvd&qid=1588865296&sr=8-2
Episode 111 - Lighting Minimally
Matt and Latif discuss their recent experience making micro budget short films. Lighting minimally and shooting low light are discussed. Shooting S-log 3 and best practices for consistency are also covered.
You can watch What We Don't Say here.
Amazon Canada : https://www.amazon.ca/What-Dont-Say-Tim-Cakebread/dp/B085KJSC9D/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=what+we+don%27t+say+dvd&qid=158886...
Episode 110 - Miscellaneous Tips
Matt and Latif have a simple conversation about shooting simply with limited resources. Lighting, preparing the shots, and miscellaneous tips are discussed.
You can watch What We Don't Say here.
Amazon Canada : https://www.amazon.ca/What-Dont-Say-Tim-Cakebread/dp/B085KJSC9D/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=what+we+don%27t+say+dvd&qid=1588865296&sr=8-2
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Episode 109 - Tips For Your Feature
This episode Matt and Latif each give three tips for when you make your first feature film. Latif also talks about why he chose to work independently and not join the union.
You can watch What We Don't Say here.
Amazon Canada : https://www.amazon.ca/What-Dont-Say-Tim-Cakebread/dp/B085KJSC9D/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=what+we+don%27t+say+dvd&qid=1588865296&sr=8-2
Episode 108 - What We Don't Say Retrospective
Matt and Latif talk about, What We Don't Say, the eve before it's release. Matt recounts the festival process and how it got to distribution. Latif remembers what inspired him in his cinematography decisions and why he had a chip on his shoulder going into the film. All in all it's a healthy look back on the whole experience.
You can watch What We Don't Say here.
Episode 107 - Your Inner Voice
Matt and Latif discuss rewriting and trusting your internal voice. Latif talks about confidence and where a writer can find it. Matt outlines his rewriting process and how he's made the switch to a more free-form writing process.
LINKS
- Here's the trailer for 'What We Don't Say' : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMyyahzziVo&t=1s
Follow us on the socials! Or check out any of ou...
Episode 106 - Productivity
Matt and Latif share tips to keep productive. We talk about how easily it is to get distracted. Laptops and social media are also thrown into the discussion.
LINKS
- Here's the trailer for 'What We Don't Say' : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMyyahzziVo&t=1s
Follow us on the socials! Or check out any of our many links!
Episode 105 - The Synder Cut & Expectations
Today Matt talks about what to expect when entering and finishing a film as well as the expectations that the world should have for the fabled, soon to be released, Zack Synder version of Justice League.
LINKS
- Here's the trailer for 'What We Don't Say' : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMyyahzziVo&t=1s
Follow us on the socials! Or check out any of our many li...
Episode 104 - Purpose and Filmmaking Philosophy
Today Matt and Latif have a somewhat philosophical discussion about the choices we make with characters and story. We talk about the implications of choosing one action over another. We also talk about why we make movie and what responsibilities the job comes with.
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