In this episode, No Film School’s GG Hawkins and Director/Editor Kabir Akhtar discuss:

  • Why Kabir still uses a printed script 

  • Moving to Los Angeles and hearing “no” after “no”

  • Why post is the most important part of the process

  • Understanding editing before you start directing

  • Directing episodes in an existing show versus directing a pilot

  • The different “languages” you have to speak as a director

  • Editing scenes you directed yourself

  • Embracing the creative instincts of others on set

  • The right way to step into your leadership role as a director

  • Believing in yourself despite the opinions of others

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This episode of The No Film School Podcast was produced by GG Hawkins.

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