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There are no accidents in film!



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Actors spend a fair amount of time in the public spotlight when it comes to promoting a film.  They are the ones in the spotlight.

However, have you ever watched the credits at the end of the movie?  There are literally hundreds of people involved in bringing a film to the big screen.


Behind the spotlight, there are countless others who are responsible for building the sets, laying down tracks for the camera to follow, designing and creating costumes, and building the props that you see in each and every moment of the film.  Producing a film takes careful planning.

               There are no accidents in film!

Every moment you see on screen has been planned and executed with purpose by the director.


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A novel author considers how to use words to help you appreciate the setting, characters, and the plot of a novel.

Like a novel author, a film director has a specific purpose in creating a film. 

A director uses cinematic techniques to influence your understanding of the context, the characters, and the plot of the film.