FINDING CINEMA: Recent Episodes
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In part one of this double-pronged series, Travis breaks down his film analysis process. This week, hear him dive into key points on acting, directing, and lighting.
Acting
- Is the character believable?
- How does the character interact with other characters? Does it feel genuine?
- Can you tell the actor is being vulnerable and inviting the character into themselves?
Directing
- How does the director use the nuances of a shot/scene to convey tone?
- Can you see the director's creativity at work, rising above the script?
- How does the director use color and sound?
Lighting
- How do shadows function in the film?
- How does the lighting provide character insight?
- Does the lighting tell you anything about genre or tone?
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In this episode, Travis breaks down 5 movies you need to see before going to the film school, and why they'll change your perspective (and your life!)
- 2001: A Space Odyssey (d. Stanley Kubrick)
- Persona (d. Ingmar Bergman)
- Taxi Driver (d. Martin Scorsese)
- In the Mood for Love (d. Wong Kar-wai)
- A Trip to the Moon (d. Georges Méliès)
So, which have you seen and what's next on your watchlist?
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In this episode, Travis shares his top 10 films for people just getting into film. This comprehensive list has 5 categories based on what you like: best acting, best directing, classics, blockbuster, and Travis's personal picks. Tune in and grab the popcorn! Have you seen anything on this list?
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In his first episode, Travis goes in depth on his favorite movie. Can you guess what is is? Hint: it's by Tarantino.