I don’t know exactly what job I want in the film industry. I really love the idea over bringing an idea to life and sometimes like making my own ideas. I want to be the person that essentially creates the movie and really does bring the vision to life.

Let's not forget about the producer who is always overlooked. Technically the producer hires the director. 😎

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My film school kick me out because I was in special ed I’m not stopping I still wanna be a Director I learn from u it was a high school though

I would like to get into the film industry and i have so many ideas and visions i would like to express but same time im worried on how people would think about it and such. The film industry is such a fascinating place but also very intimidating to me. I am in a city where film is very popular and a lot and i mean a lot of celebrities and tv shows/movies are always filming here. And i am indeed talking with my best friend to make a short film (i am aware its different compared to an actual movie) to at least get myself started into this type of job. Im glad i came across your channel. You're really helping me (:

My 9 year old daughter wants to be a film director she already makes her own cartoon comic films editing them all by herself it’s so cute!

I'm a sixteen year old girl an I'm really interested in the film and TV industry mainly because like reading there are different worlds that you can create. I love writing so I've thought abt scriptwriting but it seems daunting. Then I'd love to direct as I can bring visions to life and make people slip away into a film. I'm just worried that I won't be good enough. I think mainly tho I'd love to be in the film industry as you can create relationships on screen and off. You can make memories on and off. And maybe I can finally find something to release my creative passion😂

I’m currently directing a student initiative film project. As I’m also a media student in progress, this video has helped me understand my role as a director so much more. Thanks for this!

Thanks for posting this video! The director is essentially the same as being the head coach for a football team. Organizing and bringing in people that fit with the vision.

Great topic and well stated point. However, the reason for titles such as Director of Photography, Casting Director, Art Director, etc. is because there are people below them. The Director can say “I don’t like the shadows on the face”, but it’s up to the DP to relay to his/her department to get that situated. That’s like saying Jeff Bezos is directly in charge of each employee at Amazon.

As Director it's in my opinion important to place your actors at ease, find their strengths and exploi... Use those. Listen to ideas and say , you know, "Ok, we'll shoot that as well, , we'll do the screenplay version first and your suggestion afterwards, I like it, different angle." Then shoot both, and later in post throw the suggested version in the *%:>:@ing trash! j/k.

Bravo. You’ve got balls making the clear cut difference between the director’s role and the cinematographers role, thank you. As a female director that has graduated from one of the top film schools in the US, it gets so draining having to constantly argue with the cinematographer over which lens I prefer to use, or where I should place my camera! How about making it work, instead of bullying me about why it can’t so they can get their beautiful shots instead of focusing on the story! Please elaborate on this subject further so everyone can get the record straight once and for all. If more directors knew how to properly use light and lens - things would be different. There is only ONE director on set - PERIOD.

This answered a lot of questions for me. I always wondered why films seemed to be considered a creation of the director. I always thought "well, if the script poorly written, isnt that the scriptwriters fault?" While I suppose thats partially a 'yes', the director still had to gove it the thumbs up.

Basically a Director is like a Head Coach

Super informative. Would love to see more of these. Only thing I would ask/want to see more of is some number of steps based on the what the director actually does. Keep it up

I'm 16 and one day I wanna be a film director but I don't know how. This was helpful me to learn about director thank you

“The unifying creative force of the film.” I watched this video a few years back and I am watching it again today almost in 2024 and still is the best video in the subject of describing what a director is. Well done my friend!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I want to be a director so badly. I have since I was young. You can bring stories and dreams to life and its so beautiful. Its a bit intimidating and such but after working really hard on my own projects makes me realise that I want to do this for the rest of my life. Thank you

That was so clarifying. Thank you.

I'm finally starting to have clarity on what a film director does. Thank you for the informative video.

Really appreciate this break down. Not many people talk about this stuff.

Amazing video, Rubidium! Got a lot out of this one!

Really informative and inspirational. Thank you!

Great explanation! Thanks

Thank you for explaining so nicely!

Thanks you for this simple explanation.

Enjoyed the video . Quite informative . Thank you .

Can you do another video about how to become a director itself. You can include the salary of a director and how long does it takes to become a director

Thank you for the clarification... Lines can be so blurred with all the tech floating around! 😊👍🏾 Everybody wants to be somebody.

Thank you so much for the video sir... really helped to understand more

Beautiful. I'm on my way. You're appreciated Sir 👏👏👏

im thinking about going over into the film industry, and i think i want to direct. im not sure if i understand what that would entail. from my understanding, a director gets the idea for the film, gets a scriptwriter to make it into a script, then gets a producer to handle the money and schedule and stuff, then gets actors and all the things that tag alongside that, then overlooks all the filmmaking stuff as it starts production and post-production. right? do directors have to do most of the other stuff like filming and sound and producing and stuff if it is a small budget film? i want to know exactly what i am getting into.

thanks for this... much clarity gained . Being struggling with putting a pin on what a director actually does.

Learning as much as I can.Very help full. Thank you

That seems waaaaaaaaay harsher and more difficult than I imagined. I definitely won't stand a chance even one day! Heck, this is a huuuuge responsibility! How can anyone trust their creativity and style so much??!! (ok now I feel like a weakling)

a big support from my side sir..love ur content.

This is great info. Thank you

this is really useful thank you

Amazing explanation! Tq

I really have to say it, this really helped me thankyou!

Wonderful explain ❤

If I wanted to create my own movie, decide what happens, how it looks, what people say,etc. Should I be a producer or director?

Your channel is so informative! Could you make a video on the role of writers and talk about writers starring in their own productions? Thanks for all the value 🙏🏼🔥

This sounds right up my alley.

I'm also a film director. This is a great video and a good insight into the film industry. I mainly direct tv commercials and I'm willing to answer those who are curious about the industry. See you on the other side :)

Your lighting is soooo goooooood can you make a video on video lighting please ?

Thanks for the video. I've been debating this for a long time and I really appreciate your explanation. Animation directing and live action directing are widely different roles and this might be the best long definition that fits both worlds. At least for animation, the director role is much less creative than we give them credit for. Head positions bellow him like head of story, production designer and animation director are often the ones figuring out ideas and solutions while the director keep them on track with his vision. The director's work happen before and after the creation itself. One thing to notice is how well accostumed we are with working with poor guidance that it's fairly easy to get a good result despite the director instead of because of him. Not every director fully understand his part and just to flash out ideas while the artists struggle to assemble into something real. I'm not sure if that's as common in live action, since the production on set takes a much shorter time and crew are paid by the day, while for animation it takes years with crew being paid by the month or approved material. Another thing that I'd like to add is that not every film imo has a director. My first two short films were done by myself alone. Instead of directing, I was simply sitting down and doing it; which is a completely different position and skill set. Only in my first feature that I actually went into directing as I had a crew bellow me to direct. Some filmmakers make excellent films on their own but are terrible when they get to direct as they lack the skill (and interest) to pass a vision to another artist create.

Good kept it up!!!

I think the editor is the hidden creator of a film.

This is a fantastic video of what does the director do.

I can’t wait to do this

Thank you! 😃I'm about to hire a co-Director but I have to be the one in the control seat in the end of all decisions - your video was very helpful - Thank you!

I would really love if you keep this channel going I'm interested and would be extremely disappointed if you stopped

I am thinking of being a writer. I look at these as a way to get to know colleagues that I may or may not, will have soon.

Being a film maker is what I’ve always wanted but I really don’t know how to fight that with my family, they hate the fact that I want to be on camera

I would love to work in this industry and become a director would be a dream for me, but it it so intimidating I wonder if I will ever be able to do it

I am an Indian boy still Of 13 year's but I want to be a Directer to make superhero flims like marvel studio does because I saw a video and it inspired me to be a directer but I still didn't know what actually is a director so thank you for this video And my dream is to write script myself direct it myself and not been afraid ☺️

So I can use this tips for direction a short movies

Thank you!👍🏻

peace 2 u Crimson Engine, can you guys do one of these videos for Cinematographer, Casting Director, Production Assistant, and everything else on a movie set? If y'all feel inspired to do so. Thanks for this video and the producer video, too.

I absolutely love movies and tv shows and find filmmaking fascinating and exiting and it’s my dream job but I feel like it’s hard for me to find inspiration and I feel like I’m not very creative. Any advice?

Thank you...

i really enjoyed it

Can you be a writer and a director at the same time? I want to be a director but I got all these ideas in my head and I really want to make it right.

His comment on the role of the DP is understated. The relationship between a director and his or her DP is a deeply collaborative one and often spans multiple films. The title of Director of Photography is fully recognized by today’s industry and should not be undermined.

I always wanted to be a actors and be in movies that would be nice

The director is also a psychologist and above all the problemsolver on set.

So my question is am i the director or the artist? I have worked with a local artist on a small budget music video . The artist is the one who came up with the overall concept like "oh i want to do this song, i want it to be on the beach with me wearing a gown". But i am the one who came up with all the different scenes, whats supposed to be there in the intro, whats in the chorus, 2nd verse and so forth and the set decor in each scene. I also research all the looks and fashion and create mood boards. But since i cannot make the decision alone i definitely have to consult the artist from time to time to see if shes comfortable with everything or if there's something she wants to tweak here and there. And she does tweaked here and there because she has a vision in her head as well. I guided the camerman on the angles thoughout the shoot and make suggestions regarding the lighting tosuit her face since she can't obviously see herself while performing. I am also there 100% of the time guiding the artist in her movement and face and so forth. I also physically help the crew build the set since its a small budget video. I was there in the editing room (several times) deciding on the cuts etc. with the artist sitting there as well. But the artist wants to be the director. She was the one who first came up with the principal idea of how the overall vibe and im the one who filled all the blanks. I found the location but she aslo was searching for locations as well. So whos the director in this situation?

It honestly sounds like a lot of work

Great!!!!!

My stomach does flip flops for the future. A good kind of flip flop.

@crimson Engine, What About The Animation Movie, Does The Director Make Decisions Of What Kind Of Story Ideas We Should Use, What Kind Of Storyboard Ideas We Should Use, What Kind Of Script We Should Use, What Kind Of Music We Should Use, What Kind Of Animation, Graphics, Design And Editing We Should Use Too?

not too sure what i want to be. I am going to go to uni in September and am not too sure what course to apply for, or even go to uni? I know that covid has messed up the whole industry, so do you think it would be better for me to just get straight into the industry? Or go to uni for 4 years and come out with 56k in debt?

this helped alot me and my dad are starting to make our own horrer movie and im the director and im only 11 and my dad is my agent and i didnt know what i do but this helped alot tysm!!

I'm young 16 years old boy who's also interested in being a director ☺

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So basically director is the leader of filmmaking

The director completes a lot of pre production paper work. Essentially the director plans out the whole shoot sometimes with and sometimes without the help of a producer or cinematographer. Then if the Director is good, he enjoys drinking a lot of coffee whilst the crew get on with it and shoot the film on set. Everyone should know exactly what they are doing on set and should be made well aware if the tasks at hand, if the director is good. On low budget shoots you don’t hire many if any head of departments and often have to do multiple production roles yourself.

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I really wanna go to America and become a movie director,,, After watching so many great hollywood movies out there

I don't agree with the statement that a cinematographer is essentially the director if the director trusts them with creative control of the camera. The job of director on a film set was traditionally an actor/performance focused roll. Many directors forget this and get absorbed in technicalities and trying to get cool shots. Getting a great, believable performance from the actors is much more important than camera placement.

I am making a movie though piece by piece the Cast and the Plot but who should i get an interview by the producer or director for my movie idea?

I intend on attending full sail to major in film directing I plan on changing the game in a big way

Directors also must have their webcam be cinematic

At the end of every movie, there is a credit called "casting" usually the name of a company. If the director does the casting, what are casting directors for, and what about the credits given these companies?

My dream is to be a successful screenwriter and director. I love writing stories and I have so many visions for them. I want to direct them too because I want to make sure the visions I have come true. The problem is, I have no connections in the industry, and it is extremely hard to write and script and make it happen, and on top of that, direct it. I’m almost 19 years old, and next year I want to transfer to a film school or something with film. That’s all I want to do. Make movies. Do you have any tips for me?

If I become a director Do I get to decide how to depict a scene? There can be infinite ways on how to depict a scene. Do I get to choose according to my feeling an vision.

Hi I have a question. Does a director has to be first an expert in an other nieche ability like cinematography, pd, writer etc. Thank you

Where do you get started if you have no experience but feel like it’s something you’d enjoy and excel in

Hello. I am 14 years old and I want to be a director and an actress at the same time and I love photographing. So what should I study more in school? and what should I do to practice at home ?

Does the director give entire script to DP or just shot list?

Yep. That's exactly what I wanna do.

Can you make a video expo the different love between a cinematographer and Director of Photography and a Filmmaker? Even if it’s just a text reply. And also the rankings

If a movie has good cinematography, does it always mean it's well directed?

What about gaffer? I wonder why there is no "director of lighting" in movie.

I just finished my first semester in college, I'm 26 & started college pretty late. I've always doubted myself thanks to my social anxiety but it has been my absolute dream to be a film director since I was in elementary school. My main concern however is that I'm afraid I'm not a great storyteller & not that creative. Should I be right to be worried? Is there anything I can do to fix this? My greatest wish is to become the next Quentin Tarantino, Christopher Nolan, Steven Spielberg, or James Cameron but I find it all too intimidating & overwhelming

Cool beans.

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One Question please ! you said Director writes a script so what does a writer do ?