Thursday, April 10, 2014

Film Director

Film Director

Being a film director is a lot of hard work, and quite a bit different than what most people think of when they imagine a film director.  The first thing that comes to mind when talking about a film director are the many responsibilities that a director has to oversee.
            The director is the captain of a sinking ship, overseeing everything from the performance of the actors, to the camera angles used, the tone of the film, the music used, and in most cases the editing of the film.  It is the director’s job to set the tone of the shoot. They have to deal with multiple egos, dozens of departments, which oversee hundreds of people, as well as make a cohesive and entertaining film.
            Most directors attend a film school, or have some other form of filmmaking experience prior to directing their first full feature. At film school they learn how to break down shots, the different angles and lenses to use, and study multiple techniques on how to make a film. However, this is not always the case, especially today with many online sources and documentaries available to teach the same information. A large number of film directors often get their starts from film commercials and music videos. This experience helps them while shooting their first feature film.
            Film directors have a tough job, and often don’t get the credit they deserve.r

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