If I Was Starting Out As A Filmmaker Today, This Is What I'd Do

If I Was Starting Out As A Filmmaker Today, This Is What I'd Do - Anthony DiBlasi

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Anthony DiBlasi graduated film school at Emerson College in Boston MA. Upon moving to Los Angeles he became a protégé of filmmaker/novelist Clive Barker. DiBlasi partnered in Barker's production company Midnight Picture Show for nearly ten years, serving as a key executive & producer on films such as "Midnight Meat Train" (2008) and "Book of Blood" (2009). DiBlasi made his directorial debut with the psychological thriller "Dread" (2009), a feature film he wrote based on the Clive Barker short story of the same name. "Dread" was released theatrically in January of 2010 and went on to win Best Independent Feature at the 2010 Spike Scream Awards.
He directed and co-wrote "Last Shift" a critically acclaimed supernatural horror film released by Magnolia Pictures in 2015. And directed "Extremity" a psychological thriller based on Extreme Haunts, released in 2018 by Epic Pictures.
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@filmcourage Ай бұрын

If you had to start over again as a filmmaker today... how would you begin?

@chasehedges6775 Ай бұрын

Not a filmmaker myself but If I was, I’d start small and build from there

@VincentStevenStudio Ай бұрын

This is what I think has worked for me so far. I went to Film school knowing that's what I wanted to do with my life. I met others like me who I'm still in touch with. Made a few shorts to practice my skills, then dropped out, but I continued to educate myself, reading books, KZfaq, and online tutorials. I learned everything possible from cinematography to editing, writing, acting, sound design, graphics, and more which has allowed me to actually get work as a filmmaker, make decent money, and join my local filmmaking community. Then, eventually invest this money in my personal projects to grow in my career further. There is no clear path. I quickly learned that no one is going to discover you. You have to put in the work yourself, and as you gain experience, you will have success over time. I'm not quite there yet, but I know I'm on the right path. I know if I keep doing it, I will get there.

@ratemyactors 29 күн бұрын

Loved hearing Anthony DiBlasi's advice on what he would do if he were starting out as a filmmaker today. His insights on the importance of building a strong online presence and creating content that resonates with audiences are spot on. Thanks for sharing your expertise, Anthony!

@chasehedges6775 Ай бұрын

Idk, as someone who was in theater class in HS and as a cinema lover who grew up watching live action and animated films, I look at film as an art form.

@Ineddiblehulk Ай бұрын

As a viewer you can view it as art - if you want to make it as a career, you need to know it’s a business. There’s no wriggle room.

@chasehedges6775 Ай бұрын

I guess it’s a bit of both. One for the money, one for the art, if that makes sense

@maskcollector6949 Ай бұрын

@@Ineddiblehulk And people wonder why movies suck these days lol.

@maskcollector6949 Ай бұрын

@@chasehedges6775 They only care about the money.

@chasehedges6775 Ай бұрын

Movies suck because of lack of passion and creativity and lack of willingness to try.

@WhySteve Ай бұрын

What a humble guy!

@ratemyactors Ай бұрын

Loved this insightful video! Anthony DiBlasi shares so much valuable wisdom and practical advice for up-and-coming filmmakers. His no-nonsense approach and real-world experience make his tips incredibly relatable and useful. As someone just starting out, this video has given me a lot to think about and I'm already feeling more confident about my own creative journey. Thanks, Anthony, and thanks Film Courage for sharing your knowledge!

@SOLIDSNAKE. Ай бұрын

As a filmmaker who's starting, you really do have to ask yourself why? Why this?

@chasehedges6775 Ай бұрын

Love this stuff. It’s fantastic

@filmcourage Ай бұрын

Thanks Chase! We like this one!

@skiatauli Ай бұрын

This was very good. Thank you.

@filmcourage 29 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@tinstargames Ай бұрын

How do you get into the work that’s paid but isn’t coming out? Btw this was a great video

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@Wordsley Ай бұрын

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@filmcourage Ай бұрын

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@kuramobay2445 29 күн бұрын

I recently watched the film Jacob's Ladder (1990), it's a Hollywood film that's not an entertainment vehicle. Really? Sure, it's a serious movie about a man hovering between life and death. Back in 1990 Hollywood did know the value of making meaningful movies. My point? If you want to make meaningful films don't let any burnt-out hacks tell you different. Meaningful films never lose their value, entertainment films on the other hand do.