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A Wish Come True

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Andrew Kwatinetz, President of the Board of Directors, shares the success and tips from his former classmate Kent Jameson, alumni of the Three Week Intensive, about his new film ALL SHE WISHES  “I felt as though I was always in … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1syBeXB

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A Day in the Life

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J With the 3 Week Intensive starting this weekend, Colin McKinnon shares what he’s looking forward to and why. The 3 Week Intensive starts this weekend and I’m getting pumped. As a playwright, I was once asked to participate in a … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1ot5Khw

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Plans for First Tuesday?

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J It’s difficult to figure out how to get good ideas off the ground. But, when you meet the right people and gain the required technical skills, the sky’s the limit. Board President Andrew Kwatinetz shares his thoughts on why First … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1iOk0Tb

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Lucky Me

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J luck, n.- the force that seems to operate for good or ill in a person’s life, as in shaping circumstances, events, or opportunities. Lucky Me Have you seen LUCKY THEM, directed by 3 Week Intensive instructor Megan Griffiths? You should. … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1m19wA3

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Who Do You Know?

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Board President Andrew Kwatinetz shares his thoughts on why TheFilmSchool isn’t just an incredible learning environment, but an extensive community of like-minded individuals who recognize that no great film ever gets made alone. Who Do You Know? Joan Rivers told … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1m7ljXH

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If The Situation Warrens

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J In anticipation of Session One of TheFilmSchool’s “From Script to Screen” series, “Unstick Your Script,” Colin McKinnon turned the tables on Warren Etheredge and asked him a couple of questions. You want people to come prepared to class this weekend. … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1qtlrIy

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Moving Pictures

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Films don’t get made solely to entertain. They can be instruments of education and social change, as well. In the spirit of “Show, don’t tell,” Board President Andrew Kwatinetz explains the impact that films can have and the long-lasting impressions … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1pahrJi

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A Few Short Thoughts on Interactive Fiction

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Aspects of storytelling appear in all walks of life. In role-playing games and video games, you are your own director. In his next blog post, Max McFarland explores what you can extrapolate from these experiences. Alright. Confession time. I play … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1vbMwja

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The Long AH-HA Moment

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Embarking on the journey of storytelling can be nerve-wracking and intimidating, and that’s okay. The 3 Week Intensive is there so you can elevate your craft. As I will be attending the 3 Week Intensive this year, I asked 3WI … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1q4Pje1

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Channeling Tom Skerritt

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Get to know our staff. Board President Andrew Kwatinetz shares his experience with co-founder and instructor Tom Skerritt. Channeling Tom Skerritt Recently, I found myself alone on a Saturday morning… a perfect time to lounge back and see what’s on … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/TByw4O

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Form Follows Function – The Narrative Function of Game Mechanics

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J In his last blog, Max McFarland wrote about how gameplay difficulty and narrative energy can be mutually effective tools for spurring audience engagement. This time, he takes a closer look at another aspect of video games, gameplay mechanics, and how … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1kIWPrN

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Seattle: A Character Study

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J What does Seattle have to offer when it comes to great filmmaking and storytelling? So much and more. Much like London was as much of a character as Oliver Twist in a Charles Dickens story, so too is Seattle its … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/SuAvqM

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Where’s the Elevator?

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J You’ve put yourself out there, worked all the kinks out of your script, and told your story. It’s time to begin the filmmaking process, right? Not so fast. Board President Andrew Kwatinetz shares the story of 3 Week Intensive alumnus … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1m6KcTW

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Better or Worse – Christie Capps

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J BETTER OR WORSE written by Christie Capps is a peek into the lives of Heather and Steve, a couple swimming in the sea of uncertainty and marriage struggles. We encounter Sonja, a wacky (or wise?) new age marriage Guru. Will … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1txwr4R

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A Cup of Tea – Adria Olson

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Veronica is a Starbucks barista in training, continually being frank and ill-mannered with customers and frustrating her manager, Dawn. After dealing with grumpy, high-maintenance customers on a Monday morning, Veronica eventually interacts with a customer that has a slightly different … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1txwr4P

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Ruffled Feathers – Katie Marconi

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J A young boy named Jacob must choose between his family’s desires and his own passions in this short film about the challenges one faces when seeking acceptance.         Click Here to Read Katie’s Script   via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1ruzcrX

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Away from Home and on the Road – Jeffery Smith

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J In a stray moment, lives can be altered. Jack must lay witness to the fall of someone close to him and forever As a summer holiday weekend begins a mighty river, a two lane highway, and passages from a famous … Continue reading → via TheFilmSchool http://ift.tt/1ruz9MB