+JayblesFromTO I disagree with that. I think that if you want to make the best possible movie, you focus on what it unique to movie making: Cinematography and Editing. Give me a tonne of beautiful footage and I'll edit it into a great movie.
You can make a great-looking movie, and creatively-edited film. That doesn't make a movie great though. It makes it aesthetically beautiful and technically proficient. But cinematography and editing will not make a movie. They are there to *service the story*. Otherwise you have all flash and no substance. If you do not have a powerful, strong story, all your fancy cinematography and editing prowess will amount to nothing more than just that. Filmmaking is _about_ story. And storytelling is how we developed as a species. That is why it's so important - it is the single threading factor that we all identify and connect with. What ultimately makes a film (or any work) stick with you for the rest of your life. You need that foundation first, on which to build and use the tools specific to filmmaking. But the tools alone (cinematography/editing) will not do nothing for you without story behind them. Now what George forgot, is that you need great writing to support that story. Without that, your king will fall flat on his royal face.
@@chrismhp No. The entire purpose of story is to reveal character. You can make a great movie with literally no plot, provided that the characters are engaging. And the same is true visually. Film is a visual medium, and it's possible to make a film that's so engaging visually (not just technically, but artistically) that the film can work as an aesthetic piece, like a painting.
The Passion of Joan of Arc is better than any more Lucas has ever made, and it has no sound. The notion that sound is more important than visuals, when there are literally masterpieces that endure from the silent era, is completely ridiculous.
Tarantino and Rodriguez: "Just keep going and get your foot in the door, because nobody will stop you" Sam Raimi: "Film as much as you can and pour your heart and soul into it" Guierrmo: "QUIT LIKE YOU MEAN IT!"
I agree with Rodriguez, there was less competition when these guys were coming up and I also agree with Tarantino that just because everyone can do it doesn't mean everybody is making great movies. Tough business these days.
+David Santo Yeah, Rodriguez point was valid in that you can make/write a Resevoir Dogs and have it only end up buried in a endless stack of other scripts/films that some producer has to go through.
I agree with Tarantino there is "more people doing it but less people that know what their doing" [sec]... Look at the directors they were competing for theatre space with during the time they came to prominence- compare to our present day.. I think I rather swim with all the fishes than the sharks they had to learn to swim with back in the day... Also with all the free easy world wide means of distribution, this has casted a real whitewash for the consumers and no shortage of slush-piling for the filmmaker to be buried in... Unless his movie happens to be "Reservoir Dogs"- then he be ok in any era... A masterpiece is a masterpiece, and shines through all the darkness and filth of the age...
It's a two sided sword. There are more people doing audiovisual now, but it is also way easier for you to get it done too, and if you're really good you can stand out. It think both are right and I also think Rodriguez would have it much harder today because he isn't that good. He succeeded by following Tarantino's trend. Tarantino on the other side was groundbreaking and he would have stood up today as much as he did back then.
Raimi: "Write scripts five days through the week, then shoot your material on the weekends with actors. Edit, polish, and present it to an audience." Tarantino: "Make Reservoir Dogs."
Yea it’s great for beginners. But when your gonna do big stuff Tarantino advice is the best. Love the both of there films. Sam Raimi is an underrated fimmaker
Specially for all creative professions. I'm a comic creator and I tell you that's the same advice I give when asked. If you want to become a professional you have to make comics, and then the pieces will start falling in place. If you are just there waiting for a creator job you will get nowhere.
Point taken, I think the same thing could be said for art school, I went and here I am fixing cars and making videos about it for a living. I don't remember a class on that in art school. I'm reminded of what Yoda said, "Do or do not, there is no try." I think you should live by that if you want to succeed creatively.
I have zero interest in making movies staring in movies writing scripts etc. so I won't be disappointed I do like listening to other artists describe their thought process though as a hobby in itself though.
I could listen to Tarantino go on about film-making tips all day long...Ha ha love that guy! Listen to this advice by some of the best directors out there today!
I think QT and Raimi hit it right on the head. Go out and do it. You can go to school for it to learn the tech stuff but at the end of the day, you still have to make a movie. That goes for any creative venture. If you're good, you're good, it's that simple.
Film making is all about deviation, that's what I love about it. you can put so much emphasis on parts where the script is weak so as to bring the continuity or discontinuity together. Ads and Music videos are always the best to use when breaking into directing. Music videos especially, find some eclectic artist and just use every odd technique you know in the book...
Actually, Raimi's advice pretty much just adds up to getting you a lot of practice for cheap. Rodriguez wrote a book way back when explaining how he got good so fast, and it was because he made 30 films and short films on video that no one ever saw before he made El Mariachi. Practically the same advice. According to him, the most important thing is experience, and they suggest getting that experience for cheap by shooting lots of movies on video (or consumer HD video, or whatever).
I agree with Tarantino in a way. However to make a kick ass film, you need a kick ass crew and cast. and where do you get the money for that. Before that you need to do more of a Rodriguez thing and just play about, start and if you know the technical stuff like him, it will be easier
Kickass crew: You, Your friends. Kickass cast: Friends, Local actors, University drama students. The point is you work with what you have, and mold it into what you want it to be.
Tarantino inspires you to love movies. He's old school, he hates digital, cuts on film. He has little more to offer than love for movies. Rodriguez on the other hand, every cell in his body is meant to help no-budget filmmakers who have dreams. He writes books, give constant conferences, videos, etc. This is something he is chiefly interested in.
all of those guys are flippin off the chain with their talents- just respect the advice! Seeing as we weren't there asking for the questions- its the best we could get! I appreciate that!
One of the lines that echoes in my head from this video was where Rodriguez said "It's tough". It's true. People are saying that he didn't give that much advice, but yes, the film industry is hard to get into. Unless you're a film genius, and to be honest there are only a handful. I so wish I was in America. I'm from the Uk (England). The film world isn't as big here. My words of encouragement as an aspiring filmmaker myself is to just keep writing scrips and making short films. It'll happen!!
Quentin's last piece of info about competition not really being competitive is the real gem of this conference. Great notion. Quantity dizzies us, quality dazzles us.
Tarantino once said, why spend 10 grand on college when you could use that 10 grand to fund your first movie and its something I agree with. It's all about the experience nowadays because you can get the experience outside of academics whether you start off as a runner or an extra or even producer for your first film. I did film in college as well and i learned some stuff but I learned more in the field. Good post Shimzoid :)
actually, he gave some of the best advice here. There are many indie filmmakers now, but you still need something fresh and original. It may not be the "nugget of knowledge" those aspiring filmmakers want, but it's the brutal thruth.
The greatest filmmaking advice ever! If you're a fan of independent movies then check out this new trailer too: th-cam.com/video/bvceRTW83CQ/w-d-xo.html
i went to film school and that has helped me grow as a film maker, but that doesn't make me better than someone who didn't go to film school or get a degree. the thing is if you commit to learning you will better yourself and you can learn so much from using a camera and having the right people around you.
definetly! its hard to come across movies these days that r just brilliant with a strong actors, witty dialogue, and unique interpretation of story. and thats where QT delivers.
I agree with you. The content is the most important factor and many times it is not analyzed as much. However, it is a inevitable debate because more people can create content than ever before.
He sold out and lost his independence and his voice with it... Started just churning out theme park shit shows that eventually got stale- e.g. Spiderman 3, His Oz film, etc.... Tarantino never sold out and carved his own path making his own movies his way and through his individual voice and he stayed independent. Rod has lost a lot of his clout over the years cause of his foray into 3d kid's films which is now how the new generations know him- who never saw his Mariachi days of indie lore... So he too fell in the hollywood trap and lost himself pandering to a demo beneath his talent and capability... It's ashame...
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i think Sam Raimi give the best advice for young filmmakers, from starting out, then if you have enough practice then you can follow the Tarantino advice.
True artists don't do it for the $. I know it takes a lot of $ to make a movie so you need it, but if you're going into the business with how much $ it could make rather than how many people will like it, then you're setting yourself up for disaster. Of course big Hollywood studios worry about $ because they're a business but the filmmaker himself is an artist so they should be more concerned about his or her artistic success rather than financial. I've written 40 scripts because I love it.
100% agree about film school. We needed those pre digital, but today, no excuses, just go out and do it yourself. Make a few bad movies even, then a good one will come through if you are commited and have passion
His content and conversations he has in his movies..are unbelievable ....you have to watch certain scenes like 2000 times to get every single thing out ..
Very true. But then again, many of those filmmakers went to film school in it's golden era (late 60s-70s). The number of film schools was smaller and so it was easier to grab amazing directors as guest speakers. Also, the technology wasn't advancing as quickly. Many professors have no idea how to use the latest tools of the trade. It is a good place to make some connections and be exposed to types of film you would never think of watching.
Robert Rodriguez had a good point. I agree that it's more difficult nowadays with everyone and their moms having a tumblr, vimeo, youtube, facebook, twitter, etc. and a DSLR or Handicam plus windows movie maker. It's very easy to make something look good and artsy and say it has deep meaning, but when it comes down to it, cinema is about a good, out-of-this-world story and that's where Tarantino is right.
when i work with someone i'm not interested in how far up the academic ladder they may have climbed but the ideas and experience they can bring to the project and what i can learn from them and hopefully vice versa. lets face it a degree can help you find work but in the end its experience the industry wants. Degree or not anyone can bring anything to a film you just gotta give them a chance and see what it is they can bring to a film.
A creative person who enjoys what he/she is doing with film will become successful without even really trying. Where most aspiring film directors fail is that they want to become famous to fulfil ego insecurities and the creative aspect is an afterthought, so in effect it is being done with an alterior motive. Something creative undertaken for the joy of it's creation soley will very often be successful, and if its not a 'success' by public definition then the director won't care anyway.
peter jackson was a factory worker who made movies on the weekend. He was an amateur, but because he did have talent, his amateur movie was successful and he soon was working for studios on larger projects.
For every thousand people who hate or don't understand a tarantino movie there will be one person for whom that movie becomes a significant part of their life. If you hate tarantino movies but love what movies are you can't deny the impact of tarantino helping many moviegoers to take a risk on viewing smaller character driven movies and in turn giving many smaller movies the chance to reach an audience that need these movies
Darren Aronofsky said something quite potent about directing, he said only when he was on set did he learn and he realised that film school had been a waste of time and that its like being hurled in at the deep end no matter how much prep you've done. You either sink or swim. Personally as an aspiring filmaker i focus on the writing. You can make a good film with a great script but you can't make a great film with a good script. Its all about the script. Tarantino is a genius writer.
That was Robert Rodriguez. The guy who made El Mariachi, Desperado, From Dusk Til Dawn and he has his own Production company. Him and Tarantino are partners.
Great topic and good insight. I believe a director is so much closer to greatness when he has a great team. I also put story first in priority. Get a great story and a supportive team, then you're 90% there.
@pibitopoxi robert rodriguez, known as the one man film crew since he is widely known for directing, shooting, editing, and scoring his own movies. he did el mariachi, desperado, sin city, and planet terror.
that's the problem with alot of industry schools, if you are going to do your own thing you don't need that paper anyhow. it only gives you a framework to work from, if you don't have one , or are not very disciplined to begin with.
Thanks padzter. i agree, its like wanting to become a director, for me it would be best to watch a director work before i would be confident in that role. possibly work as an ad just to build up base knowledge of practices. you know as well as i do that college teaches general practices in directing not individual or even specific. we can't all follow the same pattern some of us need to deviate.
the problem with film school is it's all about filmmaking and not enough about producing and 'getting the movie made'. Things like finding investors and test screenings have to be learned in the sink or swim real world. The point isn't about whether or not to go to film school, it's "MAKE A MOVIE ." either way you are on your own and you will need to make your own way in the biz. No two directors succeeded the same way.
Very true. I learned far too many "rules" that I now try to break to stay creative. They really should make film school like a trade school. You learn the equipment, the programs, and bam! you're out the door. The rest (theory/intent) only comes if you want it to.
All four had great advice. QT's: Simple but true. Don't let the thought of competition deter you. You make a good movie, people will know. Sam Raimi: Classic advice for any person practicing something creative. Practice, practice, practice and once you're done, practice some more. Guillermo Del Toro's: As a director, you're the creative leader. Listen, but also command. Rob Rodriguez's: You may need a little spice to make your movie stand out. The artsy folk are suckers for subtitles!
Some good advice would be watch movies by X-Strike Studios. It is guerrilla film making at its finest. They do movies on a low budget, but with clever writing. It would also be a lesson on to do things right and wrong. I am in no way affiliated with them by the way, just a fan.
@jazz4 Hmm. Inarguably. But that's why I view anime typically: it conveys radical/ludicrous ideas, but generally never dithers about establishing the story's sentimental cortex. I'm especially excited that certain notable directors are starting to actively implement such literature in their story telling. James Cameron being one of several examples. He actually had intended to film 'Battle Angel' before 'Avatar'; but regrettably he couldn't himself attain the rights to it.
I would say do what Sam and Quentin said. Make films no matter what and make bad ass films that people can not ignore. I'm in awe of how many people say they want to do something but never do just cause there waiting for the perfect situation.
Thank you, Quentin!!! I have been saying what he just said for years. We had a teacher who used to say "Hundreds of beautiful girls get off a bus every day in LA to be actors. The competition is fierce." And I would say "Yeah---but how many of them can actually act?" I love Quentin.
I think the best way 2 become a famous filmmaker is to be as original as you can be a,d you'll get somewhere, 4 example, - guillmoro del toro - pans labyrinth (Very original) - Richard Kelly - Donnie Darko (Very original) Sam Raimi - Evil Dead (Very Original, at least for the time) There just some examples of famous writer/ directors that got where they are because of originality.
where'd you hear that? i've heard that he doesn't find kubrick or kurosawa as big of influences but i'm pretty sure respects them. he's obviously influenced and in love with the likes of john cassavettes, jean luc godard, martin scorsese and so on. and do you mean david lynch? because i've heard him claim that the "in dreams" scene in blue velvet is one of his favorite moments in film.
"Story is king, sound is queen, everything else comes after" -George Lucas
*****
Lmao!
+JayblesFromTO I disagree with that. I think that if you want to make the best possible movie, you focus on what it unique to movie making: Cinematography and Editing. Give me a tonne of beautiful footage and I'll edit it into a great movie.
You can make a great-looking movie, and creatively-edited film. That doesn't make a movie great though. It makes it aesthetically beautiful and technically proficient. But cinematography and editing will not make a movie. They are there to *service the story*. Otherwise you have all flash and no substance.
If you do not have a powerful, strong story, all your fancy cinematography and editing prowess will amount to nothing more than just that. Filmmaking is _about_ story. And storytelling is how we developed as a species. That is why it's so important - it is the single threading factor that we all identify and connect with. What ultimately makes a film (or any work) stick with you for the rest of your life. You need that foundation first, on which to build and use the tools specific to filmmaking. But the tools alone (cinematography/editing) will not do nothing for you without story behind them.
Now what George forgot, is that you need great writing to support that story. Without that, your king will fall flat on his royal face.
@@chrismhp No. The entire purpose of story is to reveal character. You can make a great movie with literally no plot, provided that the characters are engaging. And the same is true visually. Film is a visual medium, and it's possible to make a film that's so engaging visually (not just technically, but artistically) that the film can work as an aesthetic piece, like a painting.
The Passion of Joan of Arc is better than any more Lucas has ever made, and it has no sound. The notion that sound is more important than visuals, when there are literally masterpieces that endure from the silent era, is completely ridiculous.
Tarantino and Rodriguez: "Just keep going and get your foot in the door, because nobody will stop you"
Sam Raimi: "Film as much as you can and pour your heart and soul into it"
Guierrmo: "QUIT LIKE YOU MEAN IT!"
I agree with Rodriguez, there was less competition when these guys were coming up and I also agree with Tarantino that just because everyone can do it doesn't mean everybody is making great movies. Tough business these days.
+David Santo Yeah, Rodriguez point was valid in that you can make/write a Resevoir Dogs and have it only end up buried in a endless stack of other scripts/films that some producer has to go through.
I agree with Tarantino there is "more people doing it but less people that know what their doing" [sec]... Look at the directors they were competing for theatre space with during the time they came to prominence- compare to our present day.. I think I rather swim with all the fishes than the sharks they had to learn to swim with back in the day... Also with all the free easy world wide means of distribution, this has casted a real whitewash for the consumers and no shortage of slush-piling for the filmmaker to be buried in... Unless his movie happens to be "Reservoir Dogs"- then he be ok in any era... A masterpiece is a masterpiece, and shines through all the darkness and filth of the age...
Bottom line gotta be great by yourself now. A days but the reach and reward is far greater and you don't need to work for a studio just be good
It's a two sided sword. There are more people doing audiovisual now, but it is also way easier for you to get it done too, and if you're really good you can stand out. It think both are right and I also think Rodriguez would have it much harder today because he isn't that good. He succeeded by following Tarantino's trend. Tarantino on the other side was groundbreaking and he would have stood up today as much as he did back then.
Raimi: "Write scripts five days through the week, then shoot your material on the weekends with actors. Edit, polish, and present it to an audience."
Tarantino: "Make Reservoir Dogs."
@Paul 😂 keep crying
@Paul 😂 buddy let it go it was made almost 30 years ago
agree with tarantino
Actually Tarantino said he did what Raimi says before doing Reservoir Dogs.
You mean "copy and steal Reservoir Dogs"
Sam Raimi gave the BEST DARN advice I've ever heard, which in principle is great advice for EVERY profession.
after watching spider-man 1/2, it's easy to see that the man is a bloody genius
Yea it’s great for beginners. But when your gonna do big stuff Tarantino advice is the best. Love the both of there films. Sam Raimi is an underrated fimmaker
Specially for all creative professions. I'm a comic creator and I tell you that's the same advice I give when asked. If you want to become a professional you have to make comics, and then the pieces will start falling in place. If you are just there waiting for a creator job you will get nowhere.
Ok got it. Step 1: Make a fucking kickass movie. That's it thats all the steps you need.
+moviechic07 A piece of Nitro.
I literally think that’s all you really need to do...
Point taken, I think the same thing could be said for art school, I went and here I am fixing cars and making videos about it for a living. I don't remember a class on that in art school. I'm reminded of what Yoda said, "Do or do not, there is no try." I think you should live by that if you want to succeed creatively.
I have zero interest in making movies staring in movies writing scripts etc. so I won't be disappointed I do like listening to other artists describe their thought process though as a hobby in itself though.
I love Sam. His advice to becoming a filmmaker: become a filmmaker.
I could listen to Tarantino go on about film-making tips all day long...Ha ha love that guy!
Listen to this advice by some of the best directors out there today!
I think QT and Raimi hit it right on the head. Go out and do it. You can go to school for it to learn the tech stuff but at the end of the day, you still have to make a movie. That goes for any creative venture. If you're good, you're good, it's that simple.
The reason Quentin is so successful is because he writes kick ass dialogue..
Crappy movies aren't COMPETITON.
Film making is all about deviation, that's what I love about it. you can put so much emphasis on parts where the script is weak so as to bring the continuity or discontinuity together. Ads and Music videos are always the best to use when breaking into directing. Music videos especially, find some eclectic artist and just use every odd technique you know in the book...
Actually, Raimi's advice pretty much just adds up to getting you a lot of practice for cheap. Rodriguez wrote a book way back when explaining how he got good so fast, and it was because he made 30 films and short films on video that no one ever saw before he made El Mariachi. Practically the same advice. According to him, the most important thing is experience, and they suggest getting that experience for cheap by shooting lots of movies on video (or consumer HD video, or whatever).
Ah, man I love how Quentin still has the fire and passion! Fantastic man, must be inspiring as hell working with him!
I love you, Tarantino.
I agree with Tarantino in a way. However to make a kick ass film, you need a kick ass crew and cast. and where do you get the money for that. Before that you need to do more of a Rodriguez thing and just play about, start and if you know the technical stuff like him, it will be easier
Kickass crew: You, Your friends.
Kickass cast: Friends, Local actors, University drama students.
The point is you work with what you have, and mold it into what you want it to be.
@@davidhilton1066 tarantino did 3 films before dogs btw
Tarantino inspires you to love movies. He's old school, he hates digital, cuts on film. He has little more to offer than love for movies. Rodriguez on the other hand, every cell in his body is meant to help no-budget filmmakers who have dreams. He writes books, give constant conferences, videos, etc. This is something he is chiefly interested in.
all of those guys are flippin off the chain with their talents- just respect the advice! Seeing as we weren't there asking for the questions- its the best we could get! I appreciate that!
One of the lines that echoes in my head from this video was where Rodriguez said "It's tough". It's true. People are saying that he didn't give that much advice, but yes, the film industry is hard to get into. Unless you're a film genius, and to be honest there are only a handful. I so wish I was in America. I'm from the Uk (England). The film world isn't as big here. My words of encouragement as an aspiring filmmaker myself is to just keep writing scrips and making short films. It'll happen!!
Every time I lose hope I watch this. I love Quentin
Brilliant, uplifting, realistic advice from some of the very best. It doesn't get any better.
Quentin's last piece of info about competition not really being competitive is the real gem of this conference. Great notion. Quantity dizzies us, quality dazzles us.
so when Quentin says make Reservoir Dogs, does he mean remake "City on Fire"?
nah he mean - make great films like Reservoir dogs, not crappy ones like City on Fire
This was a pretty cool watch. Its always fun seeing names take the time to give regular people some advice.
Young film makers should watch this. I see a lot of film makers complaining about little things.
this was a nice vid, wish it were longer. Insight from accomplished film makers is always helpful.
i like that quentin takes pride in his movies and the people that were involved
Tarantino once said, why spend 10 grand on college when you could use that 10 grand to fund your first movie and its something I agree with. It's all about the experience nowadays because you can get the experience outside of academics whether you start off as a runner or an extra or even producer for your first film. I did film in college as well and i learned some stuff but I learned more in the field. Good post Shimzoid :)
Wow It's always cool to see Quentin talk cinema and directing.
I love how Tarantino isn't afraid to admit his own genius
actually, he gave some of the best advice here. There are many indie filmmakers now, but you still need something fresh and original.
It may not be the "nugget of knowledge" those aspiring filmmakers want, but it's the brutal thruth.
Love Tarantino, especially when he starts talking!
I never had much respect for Tarantino until I heard this. Great advice. As a filmmaker myself, I totally took his advice to heart. Awesome vid.
The greatest filmmaking advice ever!
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Tarantino is my hero!!!
Other directors: make pictures every week, work with actors etc.
Tarantino: u GOt pAssIon u CaN dO iT.
i went to film school and that has helped me grow as a film maker, but that doesn't make me better than someone who didn't go to film school or get a degree. the thing is if you commit to learning you will better yourself and you can learn so much from using a camera and having the right people around you.
definetly! its hard to come across movies these days that r just brilliant with a strong actors, witty dialogue, and unique interpretation of story. and thats where QT delivers.
I agree with you. The content is the most important factor and many times it is not analyzed as much. However, it is a inevitable debate because more people can create content than ever before.
Everyone is talking about Tarantino and Rodriguez I mean yeah they're awesome but nobody is talking about Sam Raimi
So true. He has never gotten the PR bump that T and R have. :(
Sam raimi offered the best advise
He sold out and lost his independence and his voice with it... Started just churning out theme park shit shows that eventually got stale- e.g. Spiderman 3, His Oz film, etc.... Tarantino never sold out and carved his own path making his own movies his way and through his individual voice and he stayed independent. Rod has lost a lot of his clout over the years cause of his foray into 3d kid's films which is now how the new generations know him- who never saw his Mariachi days of indie lore... So he too fell in the hollywood trap and lost himself pandering to a demo beneath his talent and capability... It's ashame...
i think Sam Raimi give the best advice for young filmmakers, from starting out, then if you have enough practice then you can follow the Tarantino advice.
Tarantino always gives a good interview/talk. it's like he only has 2 speeds: all out and chill/sleep mode.
"it was like an opera"
lol!
Quentin's energy makes him the coolest director ever.
True artists don't do it for the $. I know it takes a lot of $ to make a movie so you need it, but if you're going into the business with how much $ it could make rather than how many people will like it, then you're setting yourself up for disaster. Of course big Hollywood studios worry about $ because they're a business but the filmmaker himself is an artist so they should be more concerned about his or her artistic success rather than financial. I've written 40 scripts because I love it.
Guitar picks?
100% agree about film school. We needed those pre digital, but today, no excuses, just go out and do it yourself. Make a few bad movies even, then a good one will come through if you are commited and have passion
His content and conversations he has in his movies..are unbelievable ....you have to watch certain scenes like 2000 times to get every single thing out ..
4 great directors giving great advice
Quentin's enthusiasm at the end is fucking epic!
Very true. But then again, many of those filmmakers went to film school in it's golden era (late 60s-70s). The number of film schools was smaller and so it was easier to grab amazing directors as guest speakers. Also, the technology wasn't advancing as quickly. Many professors have no idea how to use the latest tools of the trade. It is a good place to make some connections and be exposed to types of film you would never think of watching.
you guys should check out the Trailer "My September." That's a good example of what passion+determination will get ya.
Love that advice from Quentin: "Make Nitro." Thanks for posting this video.
Robert Rodriguez had a good point. I agree that it's more difficult nowadays with everyone and their moms having a tumblr, vimeo, youtube, facebook, twitter, etc. and a DSLR or Handicam plus windows movie maker. It's very easy to make something look good and artsy and say it has deep meaning, but when it comes down to it, cinema is about a good, out-of-this-world story and that's where Tarantino is right.
I hear that, I agree there is alot of people out there doing it and if you can rise to the top with something that's kick-ass, people will notice.
when i work with someone i'm not interested in how far up the academic ladder they may have climbed but the ideas and experience they can bring to the project and what i can learn from them and hopefully vice versa. lets face it a degree can help you find work but in the end its experience the industry wants. Degree or not anyone can bring anything to a film you just gotta give them a chance and see what it is they can bring to a film.
Those guys are among my favorite directors, especially quentin tarantino and sam raimi.
This inspires me to pick up my dad's old video camera and make some kick ass movies!
Good advice from everyone.
tarintino's responses are genius. period.
A creative person who enjoys what he/she is doing with film will become successful without even really trying. Where most aspiring film directors fail is that they want to become famous to fulfil ego insecurities and the creative aspect is an afterthought, so in effect it is being done with an alterior motive. Something creative undertaken for the joy of it's creation soley will very often be successful, and if its not a 'success' by public definition then the director won't care anyway.
peter jackson was a factory worker who made movies on the weekend. He was an amateur, but because he did have talent, his amateur movie was successful and he soon was working for studios on larger projects.
For every thousand people who hate or don't understand a tarantino movie there will be one person for whom that movie becomes a significant part of their life.
If you hate tarantino movies but love what movies are you can't deny the impact of tarantino helping many moviegoers to take a risk on viewing smaller character driven movies and in turn giving many smaller movies the chance to reach an audience that need these movies
Darren Aronofsky said something quite potent about directing, he said only when he was on set did he learn and he realised that film school had been a waste of time and that its like being hurled in at the deep end no matter how much prep you've done. You either sink or swim. Personally as an aspiring filmaker i focus on the writing. You can make a good film with a great script but you can't make a great film with a good script. Its all about the script. Tarantino is a genius writer.
Tarantinos last little bit was up-lifting, I liked that!! :)
Guillermo del Toro is my favorite filmmaker, he´s greatly talented..
This is good advice, all I need is a camera, actors, and I am set.
qt likes to curse, i like him :)
thank you. well, it starts with a good story. That's the core of a great film, and a great starting point.
That was Robert Rodriguez. The guy who made El Mariachi, Desperado, From Dusk Til Dawn and he has his own Production company. Him and Tarantino are partners.
Agreed. There are pros and cons for both. But yes, the content should be the main concern.
He played that blue guy in Hellboy, he was also the Silver Surfer in Fantastic Four.
I love this clip, great work putting it out guys =D
Thanks for posting. Great. I'm not a film maker but that is how I feel about my songwriting.
Rodriquez spoke the absolute truth about his work as a filmmaker
it took me forever to figure out what guillermo del toro said when the censor went off
Tragically, they do this world-wide.
Great topic and good insight. I believe a director is so much closer to greatness when he has a great team. I also put story first in priority. Get a great story and a supportive team, then you're 90% there.
@pibitopoxi robert rodriguez, known as the one man film crew since he is widely known for directing, shooting, editing, and scoring his own movies. he did el mariachi, desperado, sin city, and planet terror.
great comments from Sam :)
that's the problem with alot of industry schools, if you are going to do your own thing you don't need that paper anyhow. it only gives you a framework to work from, if you don't have one , or are not very disciplined to begin with.
your movie looks like its going to be really great i want to see it when its done.
ive always wanted to make my own but i never tried.
I think Indie films are usually the best, and you get the directors vision off the movie not the studios
Thanks padzter. i agree, its like wanting to become a director, for me it would be best to watch a director work before i would be confident in that role. possibly work as an ad just to build up base knowledge of practices. you know as well as i do that college teaches general practices in directing not individual or even specific. we can't all follow the same pattern some of us need to deviate.
QT's advice is actually really good.
the problem with film school is it's all about filmmaking and not enough about producing and 'getting the movie made'. Things like finding investors and test screenings have to be learned in the sink or swim real world. The point isn't about whether or not to go to film school, it's "MAKE A MOVIE ." either way you are on your own and you will need to make your own way in the biz. No two directors succeeded the same way.
Great advice from the best directors in the business, specially del toro.
QT comes up with the most inspriing advice near the end: "make nitro"
Very true. I learned far too many "rules" that I now try to break to stay creative. They really should make film school like a trade school. You learn the equipment, the programs, and bam! you're out the door. The rest (theory/intent) only comes if you want it to.
All four had great advice.
QT's: Simple but true. Don't let the thought of competition deter you. You make a good movie, people will know.
Sam Raimi: Classic advice for any person practicing something creative. Practice, practice, practice and once you're done, practice some more.
Guillermo Del Toro's: As a director, you're the creative leader. Listen, but also command.
Rob Rodriguez's: You may need a little spice to make your movie stand out. The artsy folk are suckers for subtitles!
Some good advice would be watch movies by X-Strike Studios. It is guerrilla film making at its finest. They do movies on a low budget, but with clever writing. It would also be a lesson on to do things right and wrong. I am in no way affiliated with them by the way, just a fan.
@jazz4 Hmm. Inarguably. But that's why I view anime typically: it conveys radical/ludicrous ideas, but generally never dithers about establishing the story's sentimental cortex. I'm especially excited that certain notable directors are starting to actively implement such literature in their story telling. James Cameron being one of several examples. He actually had intended to film 'Battle Angel' before 'Avatar'; but regrettably he couldn't himself attain the rights to it.
I would say do what Sam and Quentin said. Make films no matter what and make bad ass films that people can not ignore. I'm in awe of how many people say they want to do something but never do just cause there waiting for the perfect situation.
I cant believe quentin tarantino dropped out of my high school as soon as it was a possibility and now look at him!
Rami and Quentin had the best advice.
Thank you, Quentin!!! I have been saying what he just said for years. We had a teacher who used to say "Hundreds of beautiful girls get off a bus every day in LA to be actors. The competition is fierce." And I would say "Yeah---but how many of them can actually act?"
I love Quentin.
I think the best way 2 become a famous filmmaker is to be as original as you can be a,d you'll get somewhere,
4 example, - guillmoro del toro - pans labyrinth (Very original)
- Richard Kelly - Donnie Darko (Very original)
Sam Raimi - Evil Dead (Very Original, at least for the time)
There just some examples of famous writer/ directors that got where they are because of originality.
Good for him. And good for you for knowing that.
Sam Raimi gave the best advice.
i love these guys, great advice!
where'd you hear that? i've heard that he doesn't find kubrick or kurosawa as big of influences but i'm pretty sure respects them. he's obviously influenced and in love with the likes of john cassavettes, jean luc godard, martin scorsese and so on. and do you mean david lynch? because i've heard him claim that the "in dreams" scene in blue velvet is one of his favorite moments in film.