Film Courage Courses

On-Camera Acting Class Audit - Brian Cutler Actors Studio

6 ratings

Full on-camera acting class showcasing performance techniques, audition strategies, and industry insights to help actors excel in film and television.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Most Expensive Mistake Filmmakers Make on Their First Movie

2 ratings

Discover crucial insights on avoiding costly filmmaking errors from industry veteran Adam William Ward, who shares valuable lessons learned from his journey from aspiring filmmaker to successful director and actor.

• YouTube
• 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Direct Actors - Part 2

1 rating

Award-winning director Jason Satterlund shares insights on directing actors, emphasizing casting, communication, and engagement techniques to bring out the best performances in film productions.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Last Days of Disney Hand-Drawn Animation - Insights from Former Animator Frank Dietz

1 rating

Former Disney animator Frank Dietz discusses the decline of hand-drawn animation, his transition to screenwriting, and his work on various projects including "I Hate Kids" and "Creepshow" in this insightful interview.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Breaking Into Documentary Filmmaking - Tips and Insights

1 rating

Renowned documentarian Patrick Creadon shares invaluable insights on breaking into the industry, from on-set techniques to financial realities, offering aspiring filmmakers a comprehensive guide to success in documentary filmmaking.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Documentary Filmmaking Masterclass - Tips and Techniques

1 rating

Acclaimed documentarian Kevin Knoblock shares insights on funding, subject selection, interviewing techniques, and evolving trends in documentary filmmaking, offering valuable tips for aspiring filmmakers.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Direct Actors

1 rating

Discover practical techniques for directing actors from Emmy Award-winning filmmaker John Schimke, covering script analysis, rehearsal methods, and creating memorable performances.

• YouTube
• 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Apply 9 Types of the Enneagram to Any Story - Jeff Kitchen

Explore the Enneagram's nine personality types and learn how to apply them to create compelling, multi-dimensional characters in your storytelling, enhancing narrative depth and audience engagement.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Directing Actors - Creating Memorable Performances for Film & TV

Insightful interview exploring actor-director dynamics, script analysis, and techniques for creating authentic performances in film and TV. Covers common misconceptions and effective approaches to directing actors.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Core Principles to Pitching a Story Idea - Scott Kirkpatrick

Learn essential principles for successful story pitching in Hollywood, including effective selling, active listening, presentation skills, persistence, patience, relationship-building, and networking strategies.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Executive Chair - A Writer’s Guide to TV Series Development

Comprehensive interview with TV executive Kelly Edwards, offering invaluable insights on screenwriting, pitching, and navigating the television industry for aspiring writers and creators.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Beginner's Guide to Being a Writer - Tony DuShane - Full Interview

Comprehensive interview exploring writing techniques, from creating conflict to embracing personal truth. Offers practical advice for aspiring novelists and screenwriters, covering various aspects of storytelling and the writing process.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Beginners Guide to Making Movies That Make Money - J. Horton

Comprehensive guide to low-budget filmmaking, covering production, marketing, distribution, and monetization strategies for independent filmmakers seeking to create profitable movies.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Stages of the Hero's Journey - Christopher Vogler

Explore the 12 stages of storytelling with Christopher Vogler, learning how to craft compelling narratives using the Hero's Journey framework for more engaging and impactful writing.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How Writers Develop Characters with the Defining Moment - Screenwriting Techniques

Explore character development techniques with screenwriter Christopher Riley, covering defining moments, emotional depth, and practical tips for creating compelling protagonists and antagonists in your stories.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video