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Making movies
Book • 1995
In 'Making Movies', Sidney Lumet provides a comprehensive insight into the process of filmmaking, from choosing a script to the final editing and screening.
Drawing on his 40 years of experience, Lumet shares anecdotes and practical advice on working with actors, staging complex scenes, and managing studio expectations.
The book is praised for its clarity, candor, and wealth of detail, making it invaluable for both aspiring filmmakers and film enthusiasts.
Drawing on his 40 years of experience, Lumet shares anecdotes and practical advice on working with actors, staging complex scenes, and managing studio expectations.
The book is praised for its clarity, candor, and wealth of detail, making it invaluable for both aspiring filmmakers and film enthusiasts.
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Mentioned in 6 episodes
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as an influential book on filmmaking, using Lumet's own movies as examples.


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as a nuts and bolts book about making major motion pictures.


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as a handbook for filmmakers.

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as a great book about filmmaking that is very user-friendly.


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as a book that takes you through each part of the filmmaking process from a master's perspective.


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as a recommended read for those interested in filmmaking.

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