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| First Time Director: How to Make Your Breakthrough Movie |
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| Product Name | First Time Director: How to Make Your Breakthrough Movie |
| Manufacturer | Michael Wiese Productions |
| Product Number MPN | 0941188779 |
| Retail Price | $27.95 |
| UPC | 978094118877 |
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| Title | First Time Director: How to Make Your Breakthrough Movie |
| ISBN | 0941188779 |
| Author(s) | Gil Bettman |
| Release Date | 2004-01-01, 2004-01 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Num of Pages | 385 |
| Num. of Items | 1 |
| Deal first added on: | 16-February-2004 |
Latest 6 Reviews
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 "A truly interesting book!" | 2008-03-16 |
| - Reviewed By User: A1RRMFJVM9E2Y |
I had the pleausure of attending one of Mr. Bettman's workshops some time ago. Do not on account of this think I am a close personal friend of his, in fact I do not think the man even liked me when I did the workshop. Due to my participation I decided to buy his book. And sweet Jesus! This book is truly entertaining as well as informative. There are several personal anecdotes which can help you avoid pitfalls you might fall into unless you know about them. It also covers how to move your camera around the set to make a good moving mastershot. A lot of stuff which is not covered in other on-directing books I have read.
There tends to be a certain kind of students that dislike this book. If you dress in very dark clothes and rave about obscure films from European cinema, this might not be the book for you. It is in fact very geared towards making commercial productions.
Does it have shortcomings? Yes. Working with actors etc. are not too well explained. There are other books that covers these subjects in depth. Get them as well. But do get this book and read it in advance of your big shoot. As stated before: It is both a fun and informative read. Regard it as an extra layer of protection against the director-slaying members among your crew.
I love this book and I will definately get the next one he promises us here on Amazon. |
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 "I was an Assistant Director for over 10 years" | 2006-01-30 |
| - Reviewed By cvcobb01 |
If you don't know what an AD is, it's the guy/gal that many a novice has mistaken for the director, since the AD is usually the one shouting "Quiet on the set!" and "Roll sound/camera!"
So I picked up FTD expecting more of the mishmash and anecdotes you get from writers who have not spent much, if any, time on a set. Not so. Despite the "sleep with your producer" line (which I too found bizarre beyond belief and is the only reason for 4 stars instead of 5), FTD is probably the best book I've ever read on the actual mechanics of making your first movie as a director. I don't know the author and I don't know the publisher, but what I do know is this stuff is coming from a guy who's been there in the trenches, sweating blood and tears to make a movie. Bettman's advice is better and more on point than anything I ever got at USC film school, and is matched only by the advice I got from--and eventually gave to-- the directors I've worked with.
So buy it if you're looking for the nuts and bolts of directing your first feature, ignore the sleep with the producer line, and I think you'll find it worth your hard-earned cash. |
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| "This is a good book." | 2006-01-04 |
| - Reviewed By william_poe |
This is a good book with good advice and helps you avoid many pitfalls. It also gives you a good taste of different things directors do from casting, rehearsals, cinematography, etc.. It is worth having. It is not the only book you will need but is certainly a great addition to the collection you should have if you want to direct.
Also note that this book is about directing in Hollywood, by a director in Hollywood. If he hurts your feeling then you are not cut out for this business. His isn't the only valid opinion but it helps.
BTW, the talk in some of these reviews about sleeping with producers and such is just not true. Some people have sour grapes is all. |
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| "Factor needless terror out of your first directing job" | 2004-12-20 |
| - Reviewed By samgerrans |
In short, Bettman helps you factor needless terror out of your first directing job by the right kind of planning. And let's face it, you'll have enough to do without that kind of stress. The book is well laid out, well organised, well pitched and well executed.
If you're going to direct your first film and your dad isn't Martin Scorsese and you didn't grow up playing on sets where he was working, then you do need to buy this book.
Bettman is not the director of A1 films, but he knows film. He's directed things like "BJ and the Bear". But don't let that put you off. Having directed a lot of less elevated TV and cinema he's a whole lot closer to the level that you or I are going to enter at (on Planet Earth, I mean). And in any case, no matter what your level, the same principles apply right up the food chain.
If you are lazy, stupid and uncreative, this book won't change that. What it will give everyone else, though, is the opportunity to minimise their risks by doing their homework and preparation first - before the hand-to-hand combat begins. That way you can go through your film experience with the most confidence you can hope for in the circumstances.
Bettman does not promise you a panacea. He does not promise you sudden greatness. He endeavours to help you shorten to a minimum the learning curve so you can go into your first project with the poise and confidence of knowing you are ready. You'll have plenty more to learn once you start.
You may not agree with Bettman on every minor point. I didn't. So what? Use the 98% that makes sense to you and get your film as good as it can be (and finished).
Bettman fends off the political thought police with a neat codicil in the Preface about his using he/him throughout not being some plot to dis frustrated vag (my words, not his). And then gets on with imparting some of the best advice you'll get without the distraction of copious polit-bureau sanctioned pronoun nomenclature. Full marks. |
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| "A gem!" | 2004-02-25 |
| - Reviewed By Anonymous |
| Bettman's guide through the tumultuous undertaking of a first film is brilliant. He understands the reality of what it takes to direct in film and television and this is a must have reference for anyone looking to hit a home run in the industry. This tested professional gets it and it comes through in this awesome source of information! Bettman preaches, "The master becomes the coverage." (pp. 79-86) In my line of work, it better, because you only get one chance. |
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| "absolutely essential" | 2004-01-12 |
| - Reviewed By Anonymous |
| This book is absolutely essential for all first time film directors. It cuts through the mystique and hype and offers the begining film director the best available guide. Should be required reading in all film schools. |
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