Film theory is nothing to be afraid of. In fact, if you like to talk about films, chances are you’re using film theory already. While there are a number of different film theories out there, stuff academics like to dig into and argue about, the real value of knowing a bit about film theory for […]
We love villains. Before superhero movies were all about the good guys attacking each other, the primary concern was always which iconic bad guy would be stirring up trouble. That Joker card at the end of Batman Begins got thunderclaps of audience applause. The kids at my high school were jumping up and down to […]
“I hate the dialogue! People don’t talk like that!” I’ve heard this complaint leveled against everyone from Aaron Sorkin to Diablo Cody to Quentin Tarantino. What some see as clever dialogue, others view as a screenwriter working hard to prove their intelligence. So what’s the answer? Should you faithfully replicate how a person actually speaks? […]
We’ve had a busy year! We took a look back over 2015 (what a whirl!) and handpicked some of our most memorable Success Stories of 2015 coming to you from the worlds of music, recording, film and radio! Follow the links to read the full stories on these RRF Successes! Jake Kiyokane got hired at […]
Who is your story about? Writing screenplay characters that keep your audience interested and gets them invested in your story is a vital component you can’t afford to overlook. You could have the most thrilling, inventive, mind-bending plot imaginable but if that main character (protagonist) is a plank of wood, your script is going to […]
It’s very hard to write a great script. But a good script? You can do that. For sure! This column will explore the ins and outs of proper screenwriting. There’s a lot to go over, but let’s start with some rookie mistakes. Avoid making these simple mistakes, unless you want to turn your reader into […]
Hollywood is the land of eternal promise. Every year aspiring screenwriters, actors, directors, and producers move to sunny Los Angeles in order for a chance to make their name in the movie industry. People are constantly inspired by the real life stories of actors like Matt Damon and Tom Hanks who pulled themselves up from […]
Filmmaking is an ever-evolving art, a constant tug of war between the filmmakers and the audience. The people who make films are constantly attempting to present something new and unique to the audience that they’ve never seen before. And the audience is constantly saying, “Seen that before, show me something else.” As a filmmaker, you […]
Movies are the most commercial art form in existence. As such, they have the power to communicate with people of every race, creed and corner of the globe. Film is the medium through which one can truly make a global impact and even shift the global culture. Is it any wonder so many people want […]
Because it will get you a Career There’s an idea that if you go to a film school, particularly NYU or USC, that you’ll be guaranteed a career. That you’ll meet all the right people, make all the right connections and will walk out with a career. That somehow, going to film school is this […]
