Does 'The Manalorian' Season 3 Premiere Work?
In this issue: A look at 'The Mandalorian' premiere; Dialogue prompts for writers; The best ads of February; When you should hire a freelance video crew
Movies & TV
Does The Mandalorian Season 3 Premiere Work?
By Sandy Schaefer, Slashfilm
This post contains spoilers for "The Mandalorian" season 3.
It was always going to take some adjusting, returning to "The Mandalorian" after "Andor." Whereas Tony Gilroy's "Rogue One" prequel is a visually muddy, tonally adult war drama that wears its anti-fascism message proudly on its sleeve, Jon Favreau's "Lone Wolf and Cub"-inspired live-action series is an overall lighter mix of samurai adventure and Spaghetti Western homages that unfolds during an era of relative peace in a galaxy far, far away. There's nothing inherently wrong with that, either. I've said it before and I'll say it again: "Star Wars" can be (and should be allowed to be) many things.
Filmmaking
Dialogue Prompts for Writers
By Chris Heckmann, Studio Binder
What’s the most difficult aspect of writing dialogue? Ask any ten writers and you’re bound to get a range of answers. But “getting started” is no doubt one of the most popular. So, we’re going to break down some dialogue prompts to kickstart your writing process! By the end, you’ll have options to choose where to start your next dialogue exchange.
Marketing & Advertising
Best Of... February 2023
From workaday Waltz to battling beer brands, as well as the best of the Bowl, check out the films that cut through last month, hand-picked by the shots editorial team.
Video Production & Post
In-House vs. Freelance Video Crews
By Clint Till
Video production is an essential part of any business strategy. Whether it's for marketing, training, or communication purposes, video content is an effective way to engage with your audience and convey your message. However, one of the key decisions that managers have to make when it comes to video production is whether to use an in-house video crew or hire a freelance crew. Let’s look at the factors that managers should consider when making this decision.
News
My short film The Milky Way screens at two more festivals this weekend - the Clean Shorts Film Festival and the South Georgia Film Festival.
Recommendations
I had the opportunity to see Unpacking at last weekend’s Magnolia Independent Film Festival. It follows a group of women who attend an exclusive self-empowerment retreat in Bali, hosted by a wellness guru. During the week, they unpack all of the emotional issues that are holding them back and work to change themselves from within. An ensemble cast full of authentic, impactful performances, Unpacking delivers an emotional story full of pain and loss, balanced with humor and tenderness; all of it very relatable. Check it out at a festival near you.