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Est. in 2009 - YouTube channel on writing/film/acting
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SUPPORT FILM COURAGE:
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Jan 29, 2022 • 3h 29min
Method Writing: The First Four Concepts - Jack Grapes
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Jack Grapes is an award-winning poet, playwright, actor, teacher, and the editor and publisher of ONTHEBUS, one of the top literary journals in the country. He has won several publishing grants and Fellowships in Literature from the National Endowment for the Arts. He's also received nine Artist-in- Residence Grants from the California Arts Council to teach writing in various schools throughout Los Angeles. He is the author of 13 books of poetry, including TREES, COFFEE, AND THE EYES OF DEER, and BREAKING DOWN THE SURFACE OF THE WORLD. A spoken-word CD, Pretend, was recently issued by DePaul University. He is also author of a chapbook of poems and paintings titled AND THE RUNNING FORM, NAKED, BLAKE. His most recent publication is LUCKY FINDS, a boxed set of 50 cards that extend and parody the dynamic artistic productions of high-modernist poets such as Ezra Pound and Charles Olson. For more information on Jack's classes, please visit: https://jackgrapes.com/classesgeneral-info
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Stuff we use:
LENS - Most people ask us what camera we use, no one ever asks about the lens which filmmakers always tell us is more important. This lens was a big investment for us and one we wish we could have made sooner. Started using this lens at the end of 2013 - http://amzn.to/2tbtmOq
AUDIO
Rode VideoMic Pro - The Rode mic helps us capture our backup audio. It also helps us sync up our audio in post http://amzn.to/2t1n2hx
Audio Recorder - If we had to do it all over again, this is probably the first item we would have bought - http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9
LIGHTS - Although we like to use as much natural light as we can, we often enhance the lighting with this small portable light. We have two of them and they have saved us a number of times - http://amzn.to/2u5UnHv
COMPUTER - Our favorite computer, we each have one and have used various models since 2010 - http://amzn.to/2t1M67Z
EDITING - We upgraded our editing suite this year and we’re glad we did! This has improved our workflow and the quality of our work. Having new software also helps when we have a problem, it’s easy to search and find a solution - https://goo.gl/56LnpM
Please subscribe to our Youtube channel. You can show additional support via our Youtube sponsor tab by going here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8o1mdWAfefJkdBg632_tg/join or through Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Thank you for listening! We hope you've enjoyed this content.
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Jan 22, 2022 • 1h 39min
A Beginner's Guide To Being A Filmmaker - Aaron Fradkin
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Aaron Fradkin is a writer, director, and editor based in Los Angeles, California. His Youtube channel Cineguac features filmmaking and editing tutorials. In addition, Aaron (along with partner Victoria Fratz) operates the independent production studio/Youtube channel Social House Films. His latest movie VAL is now in release.
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WATCH 'VAL' TRAILER
https://youtu.be/J2c7JgZXNms
WATCH ‘ELECTRIC LOVE’ TRAILER
https://youtu.be/Iai7q6XWxZc
CONNECT WITH AARON FRADKIN
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Stuff we use:
LENS - Most people ask us what camera we use, no one ever asks about the lens which filmmakers always tell us is more important. This lens was a big investment for us and one we wish we could have made sooner. Started using this lens at the end of 2013 - http://amzn.to/2tbtmOq
AUDIO
Rode VideoMic Pro - The Rode mic helps us capture our backup audio. It also helps us sync up our audio in post http://amzn.to/2t1n2hx
Audio Recorder - If we had to do it all over again, this is probably the first item we would have bought - http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9
LIGHTS - Although we like to use as much natural light as we can, we often enhance the lighting with this small portable light. We have two of them and they have saved us a number of times - http://amzn.to/2u5UnHv
COMPUTER - Our favorite computer, we each have one and have used various models since 2010 - http://amzn.to/2t1M67Z
EDITING - We upgraded our editing suite this year and we’re glad we did! This has improved our workflow and the quality of our work. Having new software also helps when we have a problem, it’s easy to search and find a solution - https://goo.gl/56LnpM
*These are affiliate links, by using them you can help support this channel.
Please subscribe to our Youtube channel. You can show additional support via our Youtube sponsor tab by going here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8o1mdWAfefJkdBg632_tg/join or through Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Thank you for listening! We hope you've enjoyed this content.

Jan 22, 2022 • 7min
How Chris Gore Turned His Movie Passion Into A Film Career
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BUY THE BOOK - CHRIS GORE'S ULTIMATE FILM FESTIVAL SURVIVAL GUIDE, 4TH EDITION: The Essential Companion for Filmmakers and Festival-Goers (Chris Gore's Ultimate Film Festival Survival Guide) - https://amzn.to/3e69S7m
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WATCH TEASER TRAILER FOR 'FILM THREAT SUCKS'
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Stuff we use:
LENS - Most people ask us what camera we use, no one ever asks about the lens which filmmakers always tell us is more important. This lens was a big investment for us and one we wish we could have made sooner. Started using this lens at the end of 2013 - http://amzn.to/2tbtmOq
AUDIO
Rode VideoMic Pro - The Rode mic helps us capture our backup audio. It also helps us sync up our audio in post http://amzn.to/2t1n2hx
Audio Recorder - If we had to do it all over again, this is probably the first item we would have bought - http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9
LIGHTS - Although we like to use as much natural light as we can, we often enhance the lighting with this small portable light. We have two of them and they have saved us a number of times - http://amzn.to/2u5UnHv
COMPUTER - Our favorite computer, we each have one and have used various models since 2010 - http://amzn.to/2t1M67Z
EDITING - We upgraded our editing suite this year and we’re glad we did! This has improved our workflow and the quality of our work. Having new software also helps when we have a problem, it’s easy to search and find a solution - https://goo.gl/56LnpM
*These are affiliate links, by using them you can help support this channel.
Please subscribe to our Youtube channel. You can show additional support via our Youtube sponsor tab by going here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8o1mdWAfefJkdBg632_tg/join or through Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Thank you for listening! We hope you've enjoyed this content.

Dec 21, 2021 • 3h 3min
Honest Advice On Being A Professional Cinematographer - Andy Rydzewski
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Andy Rydzewski has shot features, TV series, commercials, shorts, docs, skits, etc. He has two graduate degrees (MFA in screenwriting and an MA in film production) from Humboldt State University. His latest completed project is the Hulu series PEN15 starring Maya Erskine, Anna Konkle, Melora Walters and more.
0:00 - Andy Rydzewski Explains How He Got Started As A Cinematographer
7:11 - An Artist Who Loses All The Art They Ever Created
13:13 - Is Becoming An Artist Fate?
22:07 - Two Things That Never Get Easy For Filmmakers
36:28 - Sometimes The Best Work In The Film Industry Pays The Worst
54:56 - The Truth About Finding Work In The Film Industry
1:07:27 - Best Way To Learn Cinematography Right Now
1:15:16 - What Makes A Beautiful Shot?
1:25:39 - How To Get A Great Shot With Any Camera
1:29:58 - What If You Have Trouble Lighting A Scene?
1:39:19 - A Beginner's Guide To Color Temperature For Cinematographers
1:46:38 - Pro Cinematographer On The Difference Between Zoom And Prime Lenses
1:56:43 - Professional Cinematographer Reveals The Truth About Camera Settings
2:04:40 - This Director Mistake Can Ruin Filming For Crew Members
2:15:17 - Pro Cinematographer On Screenplay Workflow And Shot Lists
2:25:29 - Pro Cinematographer On What Separates Great Actors From Everybody Else
2:35:15 - The Joke About Movie Directors
2:46:45 - Pro Cinematographer Talks Camera Movement And Tools Beginners Should Have
MORE VIDEOS WITH ANDY RYDZEWSKI
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CONNECT WITH ANDY RYDZEWSKI
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Stuff we use:
LENS - Most people ask us what camera we use, no one ever asks about the lens which filmmakers always tell us is more important. This lens was a big investment for us and one we wish we could have made sooner. Started using this lens at the end of 2013 - http://amzn.to/2tbtmOq
AUDIO
Rode VideoMic Pro - The Rode mic helps us capture our backup audio. It also helps us sync up our audio in post http://amzn.to/2t1n2hx
Audio Recorder - If we had to do it all over again, this is probably the first item we would have bought - http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9
LIGHTS - Although we like to use as much natural light as we can, we often enhance the lighting with this small portable light. We have two of them and they have saved us a number of times - http://amzn.to/2u5UnHv
COMPUTER - Our favorite computer, we each have one and have used various models since 2010 - http://amzn.to/2t1M67Z
EDITING - We upgraded our editing suite this year and we’re glad we did! This has improved our workflow and the quality of our work. Having new software also helps when we have a problem, it’s easy to search and find a solution - https://goo.gl/56LnpM
*These are affiliate links, by using them you can help support this channel.
Please subscribe to our Youtube channel. You can show additional support via our Youtube sponsor tab by going here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8o1mdWAfefJkdBg632_tg/join or through Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Thank you for listening! We hope you've enjoyed this content.

Dec 21, 2021 • 3h 18min
How A Daydreamer Started A Production Company and Became A Filmmaker - Van Ditthavong
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Writer/Director/Photographer Van Ditthavong is the founding partner and executive producer of goPOP FILMS – a creative content studio and production company. He has taught at the New York Film Academy (Los Angeles) and UCLA Extension – where he received the 2015 Outstanding Instructor of the Year honor for the Visual Arts Department. His latest project is his feature directing debut, ALL ROADS TO PEARLA (starring Alex MacNicoll, Addison Timlin, Nick Chinlund, and Dash Mihok) and produced by Red Entertainment and goPOP FILMS.
WATCH ‘ALL ROADS TO PEARLA’ TRAILER
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CONNECT WITH VAN DITTHAVONG
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http://gopopfilms.com
http://www.allroadstopearla.com
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https://www.instagram.com/runvanrun
https://twitter.com/vanditthavong
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCncbyt_Hw-ZOpCGiHIzsxrQ
RELATED VIDEOS
Reality Of Building A Filmmaking Career - https://youtu.be/2UqyEzqPPBQ
The Business And Craft Of Filmmaking - https://youtu.be/LTifH6_52-s
It Took 15 Years To Make A Feature Film, Here's What I Learned - https://youtu.be/uTn8irsywyY
How To Shoot A Movie In 4 Days - https://youtu.be/RyPuzyyySUs
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►WE USE THIS EDITING PROGRAM (ADOBE) – https://goo.gl/56LnpM
►WE USE THIS SOUND RECORDER (AMAZON) – http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9
►WRITERS, TRY FINAL DRAFT FREE FOR 30-DAYS! (FINAL DRAFT) - http://ow.ly/Gz4w30rDSKt
SUPPORT FILM COURAGE BY BECOMING A MEMBER
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CONNECT WITH FILM COURAGE
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http://pinterest.com/filmcourage
SUBSCRIBE TO THE FILM COURAGE YOUTUBE CHANNEL
http://bit.ly/18DPN37
LISTEN TO THE FILM COURAGE PODCAST
https://soundcloud.com/filmcourage-com
Stuff we use:
LENS - Most people ask us what camera we use, no one ever asks about the lens which filmmakers always tell us is more important. This lens was a big investment for us and one we wish we could have made sooner. Started using this lens at the end of 2013 - http://amzn.to/2tbtmOq
AUDIO
Rode VideoMic Pro - The Rode mic helps us capture our backup audio. It also helps us sync up our audio in post http://amzn.to/2t1n2hx
Audio Recorder - If we had to do it all over again, this is probably the first item we would have bought - http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9
LIGHTS - Although we like to use as much natural light as we can, we often enhance the lighting with this small portable light. We have two of them and they have saved us a number of times - http://amzn.to/2u5UnHv
COMPUTER - Our favorite computer, we each have one and have used various models since 2010 - http://amzn.to/2t1M67Z
EDITING - We upgraded our editing suite this year and we’re glad we did! This has improved our workflow and the quality of our work. Having new software also helps when we have a problem, it’s easy to search and find a solution - https://goo.gl/56LnpM
*These are affiliate links, by using them you can help support this channel.
Please subscribe to our Youtube channel. You can show additional support via our Youtube sponsor tab by going here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8o1mdWAfefJkdBg632_tg/join or through Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Thank you for listening! We hope you've enjoyed this content.

Dec 1, 2021 • 1h 20min
Brutally Honest Advice On Writing Your First Book - Kim O'Hara
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Kim O'Hara was born in Warren, Rhode Island, and produced her first motion picture at the age of 25. Trailers of her movies can be accessed on https://bit.ly/1jKFKu2. She was the screenwriter on American Reunion. She is very open about the fact that she thought she could make movies about troubled characters to heal audiences, but found frustration in limited distribution of her films. Her personal crisis and recovery from sexual abuse and addictions after the birth of her second child led her to discover book coaching, and she opened her company A Story Inside. She coaches women ready to speak their truth through writing their books. Writing is a challenge for many people, then add in recovery from the shame and denial of sexual abuse. Kim's book makes healing through writing accessible to anyone with her signature writing prompts. No subject is untouched, from spirituality to sexuality, and she is candid about all the maneuvers she did to avoid facing this dark shadow in her life.
MORE VIDEOS WITH KIM O’HARA
https://bit.ly/3s1Tong
CONNECT WITH KIM O'HARA
https://www.astoryinside.com
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFk4o_hNR5N2lPRCunRnF_A
https://twitter.com/astoryinside
https://www.facebook.com/Astoryinside
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-o-hara-82b2aa
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►WE USE THIS SOUND RECORDER (AMAZON) – http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9
►WRITERS, TRY FINAL DRAFT FREE FOR 30-DAYS! (FINAL DRAFT) - http://ow.ly/Gz4w30rDSKt
SUPPORT FILM COURAGE BY BECOMING A MEMBER
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CONNECT WITH FILM COURAGE
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SUBSCRIBE TO THE FILM COURAGE YOUTUBE CHANNEL
http://bit.ly/18DPN37
LISTEN TO THE FILM COURAGE PODCAST
https://soundcloud.com/filmcourage-com
Stuff we use:
LENS - Most people ask us what camera we use, no one ever asks about the lens which filmmakers always tell us is more important. This lens was a big investment for us and one we wish we could have made sooner. Started using this lens at the end of 2013 - http://amzn.to/2tbtmOq
AUDIO
Rode VideoMic Pro - The Rode mic helps us capture our backup audio. It also helps us sync up our audio in post http://amzn.to/2t1n2hx
Audio Recorder - If we had to do it all over again, this is probably the first item we would have bought - http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9
LIGHTS - Although we like to use as much natural light as we can, we often enhance the lighting with this small portable light. We have two of them and they have saved us a number of times - http://amzn.to/2u5UnHv
COMPUTER - Our favorite computer, we each have one and have used various models since 2010 - http://amzn.to/2t1M67Z
EDITING - We upgraded our editing suite this year and we’re glad we did! This has improved our workflow and the quality of our work. Having new software also helps when we have a problem, it’s easy to search and find a solution - https://goo.gl/56LnpM
*These are affiliate links, by using them you can help support this channel.
Please subscribe to our Youtube channel. You can show additional support via our Youtube sponsor tab by going here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8o1mdWAfefJkdBg632_tg/join or through Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Thank you for listening! We hope you've enjoyed this content.

Dec 1, 2021 • 2h 22min
Becoming A Screenwriter: 12 Key Tools For Success - Glenn Gers
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Glenn Gers has been a full-time professional writer of movies and television for 25 years. His credits include theatrical features, no-budget indies, TV staff and episodes, original movies for cable and streaming, such as BROTHER'S KEEPER (2002), FRACTURE (2007), MAD MONEY (2008) and many more. He has won multiple festival prizes and an Emmy. He provides tips for writing on his Youtube channel Writing For Screens and offers script-consulting via his website Writingforscreens.com.
0:00 - Moment You Realize You're A Writer
1:56 - How Anxiety Can Ruin A Writing Career
18:39 - 99% Of Screenwriters Are Not Rich And Famous
27:43 - The Truth About Being A Screenwriter
38:09 - Not Everyone Has Time To Be An Artist
47:59 - Biggest Lessons From First Hollywood Writing Job
1:01:58 - Hollywood Has Changed Dramatically In The Last 5 Years
1:08:05 - If You Can't Answer These 6 Questions You Don't Have A Story
1:22:47 - Are There Too Many Screenwriting Rules?
1:31:36 - There Is Only One Certainty For An Artist
1:39:59 - Every Writer Has To Get Used To Two Kinds Of Writing
1:53:08 - Pro Screenwriter Fixes A Bad Scene
2:05:45 - How To Outline A Screenplay
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MORE VIDEOS WITH GLENN GERS
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CONNECT WITH GLENN GERS
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https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1020896
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE-jmjAfrk-Ls95wGLluPNA
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LENS - Most people ask us what camera we use, no one ever asks about the lens which filmmakers always tell us is more important. This lens was a big investment for us and one we wish we could have made sooner. Started using this lens at the end of 2013 - http://amzn.to/2tbtmOq
AUDIO
Rode VideoMic Pro - The Rode mic helps us capture our backup audio. It also helps us sync up our audio in post http://amzn.to/2t1n2hx
Audio Recorder - If we had to do it all over again, this is probably the first item we would have bought - http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9
LIGHTS - Although we like to use as much natural light as we can, we often enhance the lighting with this small portable light. We have two of them and they have saved us a number of times - http://amzn.to/2u5UnHv
COMPUTER - Our favorite computer, we each have one and have used various models since 2010 - http://amzn.to/2t1M67Z
EDITING - We upgraded our editing suite this year and we’re glad we did! This has improved our workflow and the quality of our work. Having new software also helps when we have a problem, it’s easy to search and find a solution - https://goo.gl/56LnpM
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Nov 13, 2021 • 2h 57min
The Mindset And Strategy To Achieve Your Most “Impossible” Dreams - Erica Wernick
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Twelve years ago, Erica Wernick (personal coach, author, speaker) had a dream of working in Hollywood, but she didn't know a soul and had zero connections. Despite all this, Erica was able to break in and booked her first TV show just two weeks after moving to LA. Over the past decade, Erica has lived her dream, designing graphics for television and film. You can see her work on hit shows like Glee, The Office, Superstore, and most recently Top Chef. After fulfilling her own dream, Erica felt called to help other Hollywood creatives with their dreams, and started a coaching business. Since then, Erica has developed a reputation as Hollywood's Leading Success Coach, and between herself and her clients, they've booked work on over 60 television shows and films on every major network, including Netflix, Hulu, HBO, and more.
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Stuff we use:
LENS - Most people ask us what camera we use, no one ever asks about the lens which filmmakers always tell us is more important. This lens was a big investment for us and one we wish we could have made sooner. Started using this lens at the end of 2013 - http://amzn.to/2tbtmOq
AUDIO
Rode VideoMic Pro - The Rode mic helps us capture our backup audio. It also helps us sync up our audio in post http://amzn.to/2t1n2hx
Audio Recorder - If we had to do it all over again, this is probably the first item we would have bought - http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9
LIGHTS - Although we like to use as much natural light as we can, we often enhance the lighting with this small portable light. We have two of them and they have saved us a number of times - http://amzn.to/2u5UnHv
COMPUTER - Our favorite computer, we each have one and have used various models since 2010 - http://amzn.to/2t1M67Z
EDITING - We upgraded our editing suite this year and we’re glad we did! This has improved our workflow and the quality of our work. Having new software also helps when we have a problem, it’s easy to search and find a solution - https://goo.gl/56LnpM
*These are affiliate links, by using them you can help support this channel.
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Nov 11, 2021 • 2h
Please Hollywood Realize That It's Not Going To Work - Chris Gore
0:00 - Intro
0:53 - Why 99% Of Movies Today Are Garbage
19:02 - Why 99% Of Movies Today Are Garbage Part 2
28:25 - Why Are There So Many Bad Sequels
44:45 - How To Kill An Iconic Character
58:53 - If You Only Watch Hollywood Movies You Will Be Disappointed
1:03:59 - You Are What You Watch And You Need A Balanced Media Diet
1:07:38 - Bad Movies Are Dumb Fun
1:18:01 - 99% Of Great Movies Have This In Common
1:27:53 - Chris Gore's Top 10 Movies Of All Time (Unofficial)
1:40:12 - If I Ran A Movie Studio...
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Stuff we use:
LENS - Most people ask us what camera we use, no one ever asks about the lens which filmmakers always tell us is more important. This lens was a big investment for us and one we wish we could have made sooner. Started using this lens at the end of 2013 - http://amzn.to/2tbtmOq
AUDIO
Rode VideoMic Pro - The Rode mic helps us capture our backup audio. It also helps us sync up our audio in post http://amzn.to/2t1n2hx
Audio Recorder - If we had to do it all over again, this is probably the first item we would have bought - http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9
LIGHTS - Although we like to use as much natural light as we can, we often enhance the lighting with this small portable light. We have two of them and they have saved us a number of times - http://amzn.to/2u5UnHv
COMPUTER - Our favorite computer, we each have one and have used various models since 2010 - http://amzn.to/2t1M67Z
EDITING - We upgraded our editing suite this year and we’re glad we did! This has improved our workflow and the quality of our work. Having new software also helps when we have a problem, it’s easy to search and find a solution - https://goo.gl/56LnpM
*These are affiliate links, by using them you can help support this channel.
Please subscribe to our Youtube channel. You can show additional support via our Youtube sponsor tab by going here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8o1mdWAfefJkdBg632_tg/join or through Patreon here - http://www.patreon.com/filmcourage. Thank you for listening! We hope you've enjoyed this content.

Oct 1, 2021 • 2h 32min
Learn How To Become A Professional Screenwriter - Brooks Elms
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Brooks Elms is a screenwriter and independent filmmaker. His specialty is grounded personal characters and writing story tension so thick it knots up your stomach.
He's written 25+ screenplays, a dozen of them on assignment, and sold several scripts, including one this year with Brad Peyton as Executive Producer. Brooks was recently hired to rewrite a screenplay started by an Oscar-winning writer. Brooks began his career writing, directing, and producing two indie features (personal dramas) that he screened all over the world.
And Brooks also loves coaching fellow writers who have a burning ambition to deeply serve their audiences.
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CONNECT WITH BROOKS ELMS
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Stuff we use:
LENS - Most people ask us what camera we use, no one ever asks about the lens which filmmakers always tell us is more important. This lens was a big investment for us and one we wish we could have made sooner. Started using this lens at the end of 2013 - http://amzn.to/2tbtmOq
AUDIO
Rode VideoMic Pro - The Rode mic helps us capture our backup audio. It also helps us sync up our audio in post http://amzn.to/2t1n2hx
Audio Recorder - If we had to do it all over again, this is probably the first item we would have bought - http://amzn.to/2tbFlM9
LIGHTS - Although we like to use as much natural light as we can, we often enhance the lighting with this small portable light. We have two of them and they have saved us a number of times - http://amzn.to/2u5UnHv
COMPUTER - Our favorite computer, we each have one and have used various models since 2010 - http://amzn.to/2t1M67Z
EDITING - We upgraded our editing suite this year and we’re glad we did! This has improved our workflow and the quality of our work. Having new software also helps when we have a problem, it’s easy to search and find a solution - https://goo.gl/56LnpM
*These are affiliate links, by using them you can help support this channel.
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