Soldiers of Cinema
61 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsClark Coffey and Cullen McFater discuss film, those who make them, different philosophies of filmmaking, the creative process, and life as a Soldier of Cinema.
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Soldiers of Cinema - Exploring the Works and Philosophies of Filmmaker Werner Herzog - Episode 010
October 26, 2020 18:41 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBWe discuss Herzog’s Masterclass Lesson 11 - Cinematography. It's not the gear - it's you! We discuss getting caught up in thinking you need the latest and greatest gear, using (or not using) zoom lenses, favoring momentum over style, and the idea that maybe you shouldn't worry too much conceptually about your aesthetic and trust that it's there inside you and will come out in full if you just let it.
Soldiers of Cinema - Exploring the Works and Philosophies of Filmmaker Werner Herzog - Episode 009
October 18, 2020 02:45 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MBWe discuss Herzog’s Masterclass Lesson 10 - Shooting Strategies. Are storyboard the ”instruments of cowards?” How does Herzog keeps his cast and crew on edge (in a good way)? Coverage - how much to shoot? Is is smart insurance or a procrastination of artistic decision? Above all - we discuss Herzog’s strategies for collecting the remarkable, not garbage.
Soldiers of Cinema - Exploring the Works and Philosophies of Filmmaker Werner Herzog - Episode 008
October 09, 2020 21:53 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBWe discuss Herzog’s Masterclass Lesson nine - Set Rules. Cullen and Clark discuss Herzog's on-set philosophies including set organization, one camera vs. multi-camera shoots, using a video-village, crew size, cell phones on set, working with a sense of urgency, and being the buffer between your actors and the hustle and bustle of the crew.
Soldiers of Cinema - Exploring the Works and Philosophies of Filmmaker Werner Herzog - Episode 007
October 02, 2020 23:51 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBWe discuss Herzog’s Masterclass Lesson eight - Leading the Platoon. Cullen and Clark discuss Herzog's views on being an effective leader and director. We compare and contrast to our own experiences. We mull over the importance of developing a working knowledge of every areas of filmmaking - including acting, how to use catastrophes to your advantage dealing with the unexpected, and how your character is always on the clock if you want to be the best director you can be.
Soldiers of Cinema - Exploring the Works and Philosophies of Filmmaker Werner Herzog - Episode 006
September 26, 2020 18:24 - 51 minutes - 47 MBWe discuss Herzog’s Masterclass Lesson seven - Locations. Don’t underestimate the importance of locations for a film. We discuss the impact of locations in Herzog’s films, shooting permits and stealing shots. Clark discusses his experience completing the 100 mile walk exercise from the class and Cullen shares some stories about his shoot in Iceland.
Soldiers of Cinema - Exploring the Works and Philosophies of Filmmaker Werner Herzog - Episode 005
September 22, 2020 17:58 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBWe discuss Herzog’s Masterclass Lesson 6 - Negotiation Skills. We discuss Herzog's views on attorneys, contracts and negotiations from the perspectives of hiring on to a project or hiring others on to yours.
Soldiers of Cinema - Exploring the Works and Philosophies of Filmmaker Werner Herzog - Episode 004
September 11, 2020 14:17 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBWe discuss Herzog’s Masterclass Lesson 5 - Financing first films. Money is stupid and your story must be exceptional! We discuss our own experiences financing films, the need to become your own producer, the importance of understanding how to manage a production budget and more. Money lost, film gained!
Soldiers of Cinema - Exploring the Works and Philosophies of Filmmaker Werner Herzog
September 05, 2020 17:42 - 54 minutes - 52.3 MBWe discuss Herzog’s Masterclass Lesson 4 - writing a screenplay. Herzog argues against dogmatically using the three act structure, discusses how he psychs himself up to write, and explains the the importance of urgency. We discuss all of these things through the lens of our own experience and more!
Soldiers of Cinema - Exploring the Works and Philosophies of Filmmaker Werner Herzog - Episode 003
September 05, 2020 17:42 - 54 minutes - 52.3 MBWe discuss Herzog’s Masterclass Lesson 4 - writing a screenplay. Herzog argues against dogmatically using the three act structure, discusses how he psychs himself up to write, and explains the the importance of urgency. We discuss all of these things through the lens of our own experience and more!
Soldiers of Cinema - Exploring the Works and Philosophies of Filmmaker Werner Herzog - Episode 002
August 29, 2020 00:26 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBFilmmakers Clark Coffey and Cullen McFater use legendary filmmaker Werner Herzog's Masterclass, films, interviews, and writings as a jumping off point to discuss film, film-making techniques and philosophies, the creative process, and life as a Soldier of Cinema in general.
Soldiers of Cinema - Exploring the Works and Philosophies of Filmmaker Werner Herzog - Episode 001
August 21, 2020 01:31 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBEpisode 001 - Clark and Cullen introduce themselves and dive into Werner Herzog’s Masterclass lessons one and two. They discuss what a Soldier of Cinema might be, the pros and cons of film school, early inspirations, and more!