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15/03/2024

This video essay explores how the film's setting acts not just as a backdrop but as a crucial character, amidst the recent buzz of its stunning VFX Oscar win.

This video essay explores how the film's setting acts not just as a backdrop but as a crucial character, amidst the recent buzz of its stunning VFX Oscar win...

29/09/2023

In this video essay, we profile Gareth Edwards' career, from "Monsters" to "The Creator." Explore his unique path in filmmaking, his challenges, and his triumphant return. As someone who counts Gareth Edwards' films among my absolute favorites, I'm thrilled to take you on this cinematic journey.

In this video essay, we profile Gareth Edwards' career, from "Monsters" to "The Creator." Explore his unique path in filmmaking, his challenges, and his triu...

31/05/2023

In this video we take a look at the collaboration between director Denis Villeneuve and his D.P. Greig Fraser as we explore a pivotal scene from Dune, unveiling its relevance and the intricate process behind its creation. Thanks.

In this video we take a look at the collaboration between director Denis Villeneuve and his D.P. Greig Fraser as we explore a pivotal scene from Dune, unveil...

26/05/2023

Great news! I've reached 1000 subscribers on my YouTube channel! Thank you for your amazing support. Stay tuned for exciting ideas and projects coming your way. Let the games begin! https://www.youtube.com/

01/05/2023

The John Wick movies are well-known for their vivid and dynamic color palettes. In this video essay, we explore how color creates a cinematic experience that is visually stunning and emotionally engaging.

The John Wick movies are well-known for their vivid and dynamic color palettes. In this video essay, we explore how color creates a cinematic experience that...

31/03/2023

In this YouTube video essay, we shed light on one of the most often-overlooked arts of filmmaking and explore its significance across various genres. Join us as we take a deep dive into this fascinating topic.

In this video essay, we explore the underappreciated art of production design.Become a patron of my videos:https://www.patreon.com/illectricsheep

12/03/2023

In this video essay, we delve into the components of Irish folklore and how they connect with modern audiences through the medium of cinema. As a modern fable, the film's overarching themes and motifs resonate with viewers in a way that transcends its specific cultural context.

In this video essay, we delve into the components of Irish folklore and how they connect with modern audiences through the medium of cinema. As a modern fabl...

14/01/2023

The beauty of Andor lies in the way it cleverly reconciles the "used future" aesthetic of the original trilogy with the revisionist themes of 1970s cinema.

In this video essay, we discuss how the beauty of Andor lies in the way it cleverly reconciles the "used future" aesthetic of the original trilogy with the r...

25/11/2022

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12/11/2022

In this video, we are going to discuss how the cast and crew of Black Panther Wakanda Forever make what I think is Marvel’s most powerful and intimate movie to date while paying tribute to Boseman.

In this video essay, we are going to discuss how the cast and crew of Black Panther Wakanda Forever make it Marvel’s most powerful and intimate movie to date...

29/10/2022

In this video essay, we discuss the REAL influences behind the lauded hit show, Better Call Saul. We explore such inspirations as Sergio Leone’s Westerns to Bernardo Bertolucci’s The Conformist (1970).

In the video essay, we take a deeper look at the REAL influences behind the lauded hit show, Better Call Saul. ...

09/09/2022

In this podcast, we sit down with Ashley Renz to discuss his NFT play-to-earn game project and what NFTs mean to the wider world of filmmakers.

Ashley Renz is the creator of Kani World, an NFT play-to-earn game built on the Algorand Blockchain. Also, he is a university teacher and a family man who loves the process of building to make a brighter future.

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27/08/2022

In this video essay, we dive into Jordan Peele's directing approach, his wonderful cast & crew, and how the cinematography of NOPE tackles IMAX to stimulate our brains.

In this video essay, we dive into Jordan Peele's directing approach, his wonderful cast & crew, and how the cinematography of NOPE tackles IMAX to stimulate ...

26/07/2022

The Batman movie is definitely one of the most visually iconic films of this year. In this video essay, we dive into how this 15-second scene influences the narrative and cinematography. Thanks!

In this video essay, we dive into this 15-second clip of The Batman to explore its relationship to the story as a whole and break down how it influences the ...

13/06/2022

Top Gun Maverick, absolutely blew me away. I saw the film in the theater on opening day and it was the most exhilarating theater experience I had in recent memory. In my opinion, it exceeds the original film by far. In this video essay, I dive into details about Tom Cruise's career and the technical achievements of the film.

In this video essay, so as not to give away spoilers, we dive into details about the ace himself, Tom Cruise, and some of the behind-the-scenes filmmaking ac...

15/05/2022

New Interview! This is a very special episode where Paul Jorgensen of LangFocus shares all of his strategies and processes for how to grow a YouTube channel in 2022.

Paul Jorgensen is the host of the LangFocus YouTube channel, a community of over 1.3 million YouTube followers. He is a language enthusiast and lover of lea...

27/04/2022

New Interview! I had the pleasure of sitting down to chat with Jeremy Rubier, a Japan-based film director, to discuss the challenges of film production in Tokyo!

Jeremy Rubier is an experienced director, cinematographer, and editor who shot projects in more than 14 countries. Embodying the definition of a “Third Cultu...

29/03/2022

New Video! Today, we will share the reverse key lighting technique, it's a versatile look and works in many situations and setups.

Become a patron of our filmmaking (to see behind the scenes and chat live and stuff like that): https://www.patreon.com/illectricsheepListen to our filmmakin...

17/03/2022

New Video! One Piece Exhibition by Japanese manga artist Eiichiro Oda. They used super-giant containers to display his iconic work. Thanks for watching!

The One Piece Exhibition "Great Pirate Hyakkei" was held from March 12 to 16, 2022 at Grand Front Osaka Square.In the square, a super-giant "Great Pirate Hya...

09/03/2022

New Video! What is the purpose of camera angles for film directors? In this video, I will share 3 camera angles to help improve your filmmaking skills.

JAPAN FILMMAKING QUIZ:How well do you know Japanese culture and filmmaking? Take this fun two-minute quiz to test your knowledge: https://bit.ly/3JKd7j4MORE ...

02/03/2022

New! I'm happy to share author Simon Rowe's advice on screenwriting and storytelling from a Japan-based perspective! Thanks for watching!

SIMON ROWE, Japan-based Storyteller and Screenwriter - Simon Rowe grew up in small-town New Zealand and big city Australia when orange Fanta came in glass bo...

23/02/2022

New! Today we explore color in cinematic storytelling and the culture of Japanese alcohol, Chuhai!

MORE EDUCATIONAL CONTENT:►Patreon: https://bit.ly/3DOys7W►Private Discord Channel: https://bit.ly/3DOys7W►Japan Filmmaking Podcast: https://spoti.fi/3JtLBatF...

16/02/2022

In this interview we talk about geisha documentary filmmaking in Kyoto with mixed media artist Peter MacIntosh! Thanks for watching!

PETER MACINTOSH is a Canadian, entrepreneur, mixed media artist, and geisha culture guru living in Kyoto since 1993. He occasionally appears on Japanese tele...

04/02/2022

New! In this video, we take a look at the principles for editing on action or chaos. Thanks for watching!

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31/01/2022

In this interview with Massaki Miyamura Di Napoli, Director, DP, Drone Operator, we chat about his early days in Italy, advice for filmmakers on learning on-set directing language, setting up a production company in Japan, etc.

►MASSAKI MIYAMURA DI NAPOLI, Director, DP, Drone Operator - Massaki started out in Italy helping his Dad edit video on Abobe Premiere. Then the development o...

19/01/2022

Want to shoot better images using a simple lighting technique? Thanks for watching.

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31/12/2021

How do you plan to bring in the new year? The Japanese like to eat Toshikoshi Soba (New Year’s Eve Noodles) 年越しそば. Thank you for all your support and wishing you the best for 2022! https://youtu.be/Fic7x1I_kAA

JAPANESE STUDY [Sample]:I really want to have a good year next year.来年はホントに良い年にしたいんですよ。PATREON JAPANESE STUDY SCRIPT:Download PDF here: https://bit.ly/3DOys7...

24/07/2019

Rest in Peace, Rutger Hauer

Blade Runner movie clips: http://j.mp/1uvWGzg BUY THE MOVIE: http://amzn.to/2cyUhQy Don't miss the HOTTEST NEW TRAILERS: http://bit.ly/1u2y6pr CLIP DESCRIPTI...

22/02/2019

Great 5K RED Gemini Workshop. Thank you CineVic Society.