Jon Fusco, Erik Luers, and yours truly, Liz Nord discuss the opening of the 71st annual Cannes Film Festival and how Netlifx is playing nice—or are they? We also cover the first results of the Academy’s ethics enforcements, and say a sad goodbye to prolific editor of ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ and over 50 more films, Anne V. Coates. Jon also answers an Ask No Film School question about whether or not a short film should be used as an industry “calling card.” Charles Haine joins us for gear news, including a hot take on why 8K is a good thing.
As always, the show also brings news you can use about gear, upcoming grant and festival deadlines, this week’s indie film releases, industry wisdom, and other notable things you might have missed while you were busy making films.
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Show Links & Mentions
No Film School articles
- RIP Legendary 'Lawrence of Arabia' Editor Anne V. Coates
- 5 Groundbreaking Editing Rules from Oscar-Winning Editor of 'Lawrence of Arabia' and 'The Elephant Man'
- 'It's Not Your Job to Be Funny' and More Filmmaking Truths from Jason Reitman
- How 'In the Fade' DP Rainer Klaussman Filmed the Heart of Human Tragedy
- How Do You Turn a Short into a Feature? The First Feature: AMATEUR [Episode 2]
- How to Get a Vimeo Staff Pick with DANIELS, Kirsten Lepore, and Head Curator Sam Morrill
Filmmaking Tools
- Light Iron Founder Spells Out Why 8K is Coming and That's OK
- The Missing Link in DCP Creation: DCP Transfer
- DJI Refreshes Phantom 4 Pro With Improved Video and Obstacle Avoidance
Upcoming Deadlines: Grants & Opportunities
- Miller / Packan Film Fund - May 15
- SHIFT Creative Fund - May 31
Upcoming Deadlines: Festivals
- Hawaii International Film Festival - May 14
- Miami Short Film Festival - May 15
Film Releases
VOD
- One October - May 11
- Landing Up - May 15
Hulu
- In the Fade - May 11
HBO
- Dunkirk - May 12
Theatrical
- Revenge - May 11
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