Film Directing 120: The Director-Actor Relationship

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Film Directing 120: The Director-Actor Relationship

 Be kind. Be generous. Be specific.

In the book, 21st Century Film Student PRIMER, all students are encouraged to take an acting course or acting workshop so they can better understand what actors do. Why? Because you’ll be a better director.

Memorizing lines, keeping it fresh, staying ‘in the moment,’ and taking direction are tall orders for most people. Once you’ve walked in the actor’s shoes, you can better relate to the process of acting and being directed. 

The craft of directing is an ongoing learning experience.

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Film Directing 115: The Director in Casting

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Film Directing 115: The Director in Casting

Cast well and 90% of your job is done

The casting process is crucial. Actors can make or break the success of your film and your filmmaking experience. Give it the time it deserves, and give it your all.

Remember this: the audition is the first date in the actor-director relationship. It sets the tone for the creative partnership.

Setting a consistent high bar for each actor’s audition is the best way to tackle this critical juncture. Rule #1: Respect the actors! Respect them as you go through every stage of the process!

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Film Directing 100: LEVEL 100 Introduction

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Film Directing 100: LEVEL 100 Introduction

Directing Fundamentals

Without a strong vision behind a story, a film will lose its focus. A film director needs to have an understanding of how each department contributes to the making of a film and how to best utilize the talents of all team members.

The following 100 LEVEL blogs cover the role and responsibilities of a director in the director’s prep, pre-production, and production. Read along to learn how to tell a story cinematically, use the camera as a tool, prepare a script analysis and engage in the casting and rehearsal process with actors.

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