Posts by Jonathan Roberts
Screenwriting Lessons From Christopher Nolan
Screenwriting Lessons From Christopher Nolan Movie lovers all over the world are familiar with the identity of the genius behind the Batman trilogy and other mind-bending films like , , and . If you have in mind to write amazing characters dynamic in their personality, there are so much that you can learn from movies…
Read MoreLED Light Shootout: 7 AWESOME LED Lights for Under $50
LED Light Shootout If you have $50, then you can afford some pretty cool LED lights for your next production. Caleb Pike of DSLR Video Shooter tested a bunch of $50 (and below) LED Lights, comparing color temperature, light output, and other reasons you’d want dish out $25-$50 for an LED Light. Check out his video…
Read MoreThe Shining: Breaking Down Stanley Kubrick’s Masterpiece
The Shining: Breaking Down Stanley Kubrick’s Masterpiece The Shining is the legendary 1980 film starring Jack Nicholson as the protagonist of a psychological horror story. Directed by Stanley Kubrick, it’s touted to be one of the top 10 all-time scariest horror shows. The original story was written by Steven King who published a novel with…
Read MoreChristopher Doyle: Breaking Down His Unique and Magical Cinematography
Christopher Doyle: Breaking Down His Unique and Magical Cinematography Christopher Doyle is one of the most talented and successful cinematographers in the Asian cinema industry. He was born on the 2nd of May, 1952 in Australia but has lived most of his life in Asia. Christopher Doyle has won over sixty awards and thirty nominations…
Read MoreDarren Aronofsky’s MasterClass: Breaking Down His Directing Style & Technique
Darren Aronofsky Renowned for his somewhat odd movies, Darren Aronofsky is a Brooklyn born film director, screenwriter, film producer and an environmentalist. Being exposed to the Broadway theatre performances at an early age by his parents sparked in him a deep interest for the showbiz and film industry. Darren Aronofsky trained as a field biologist…
Read MorePatty Jenkins: From Indie Film to Wonder Woman
Patty Jenkins: From Indie Film to Wonder Woman Patty Jenkins is a director that does what she loves. She so happens to love comedy as well as real thrilling drama, although not at the same time. Her ability to delve into the femininity significance and its impact on modern society are revealed in her latest…
Read MoreWhat is Cinema Verite?
What is Cinema Verite? Cinema Verite is a French film movement, which took place back in the 1960s. This film movement forced the movie industry to pay more attention towards incorporating natural actions and authentic dialogue into the movies, which showed people in day to day lives. Basically, the movement was about observing and capturing…
Read MorePulp Fiction: Breaking Down Quentin Tarantino’s Masterpiece
Pulp Fiction: Breaking Down Quentin Tarantino’s Masterpiece In 1994, pulp fiction became the first independent film to gross more than $200 million. Over two decades later, the American neo-noir crime black comedy film is still Quentin Tarantinos’ finest work, a movie that changed modern cinema. So what went into the making of the movie that…
Read MoreThe Room: The Best WORST Film Ever Made!
The Room – A Cinematic Disaster There are bad movies, there are worse movies and then there is The Room which is so terribly awful that it has transcended to being good. Though it has gained popularity as a cult movie, it is simply disastrous. And possibly the best worst movie ever made. The Room’s writer/director/star/producer Tommy Wiseau…
Read MoreReservoir Dogs: Breaking Down Quentin Tarantino’s Masterpiece 25 Years Later
Reservoir Dogs: Breaking Down Quentin Tarantino’s Masterpiece Quentin Tarantino had begun his career in the late 80s when he directed and wrote the film, My Best Friend’s Birthday. That screenplay, later on, formed the foundation for the film True Romance, directed by the legendary Tony Scott. His career got off to an incredible start when his…
Read MoreBreaking Down Shane Carruth’s Sundance Hit PRIMER
Breaking Down Shane Carruth’s Sundance Hit PRIMER Primer, an independent science fiction film, was released in America on October 8, 2004. The $7,000-budgeted film centers on the unexpected discovery of time travel. It is a film that was directed, written, produced, scored, and edited by the main role player, . With a running time of…
Read MoreEmmanuel Lubezki: Why He’s One of the Best Cinematographers of All Time
Why Emmanuel Lubezki ASC is One of the Best Cinematographers of All Time Emmanuel Lubezki, nicknamed Chivo, is a Mexican cinematographer. He was born into a Jewish family. He chose a career in the entertainment industry just like his father, Muni Lubezki, who is a producer and an actor. Emmanuel Lubezki studied film at Centro…
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