Directing Actors: Creating Memorable Performances for Film and TelevisionThis is essential reading for anyone interested in directing or acting. Judith Weston's brilliance is to recognize that directors, actors, writers, and technicians are involved in a process that is at essence a collaboration. In order for them to have the best shot at creating something true and meaningful, they must share a language and a method of exchange that fosters creative cooperation. Weston rightly sees the director as the central figure in inspiring the energy of a production's harmony. She advises the prospective director on every aspect of a stage or film production, showing how the director can draw the best performances possible from actors. -- From Amazon.com. |
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... Sidney Lumet noticed , when he was working with William Holden on " Network , " that Holden rarely made eye contact with his acting partners . When it came time to film his big emotional scene the only direction Lumet gave Holden was to ...
... Sidney Lumet noticed , when he was working with William Holden on " Network , " that Holden rarely made eye contact with his acting partners . When it came time to film his big emotional scene the only direction Lumet gave Holden was to ...
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... Sidney Lumet , Roman Polanski , for example — set up a rehearsal period of a week or more before the technicians arrive . This way of working can save a lot of time , money , and heartache on the set and in the editing room . Other ...
... Sidney Lumet , Roman Polanski , for example — set up a rehearsal period of a week or more before the technicians arrive . This way of working can save a lot of time , money , and heartache on the set and in the editing room . Other ...
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... Sidney Lumet , 1959 Patch of Blue , Guy Green , 1965 The Last Picture Show , Peter Bogdanovich , 1971 Leaving Las Vegas , Mike Figgis , 1995 Red , Krzysztof Kieslowski , 1995 Get Shorty , Barry Sonnenfeld , 1995 Pretty Woman , Garry ...
... Sidney Lumet , 1959 Patch of Blue , Guy Green , 1965 The Last Picture Show , Peter Bogdanovich , 1971 Leaving Las Vegas , Mike Figgis , 1995 Red , Krzysztof Kieslowski , 1995 Get Shorty , Barry Sonnenfeld , 1995 Pretty Woman , Garry ...
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Directing Actors: Creating Memorable Performances for Film and Television Judith Weston No preview available - 2014 |
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