No Film School

No Film School stands as a premier global community for filmmakers, video creators, and independent artists. It serves as a platform where filmmakers share knowledge and expertise—no formal film education necessary. Regardless of our backgrounds in film education, we all come together for a common goal: to build lasting and innovative careers in an ever-evolving industry.

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How Did 'The Twilight Zone' Adapt a Bible Story Into a Popular Episode?

5 days ago | nofilmschool.com | Jason Hellerman

Originally aired in 1963, the episode, penned by Serling himself, transports viewers to a desolate, alien planet. Here, astronaut Colonel Adam Cook, portrayed by Richard Basehart, finds himself stranded after his spacecraft, Probe 7, crash-lands. With his ship irreparably damaged and his home world on the brink of nuclear annihilation, Cook faces a future of profound isolation.
Jodi Picoult's Writing Advice Will Keep You Up at Night

5 days ago | nofilmschool.com | Jason Hellerman

There's something about listening to esteemed authors giving no bullshit advice to people. There's a genuine demystification of the process that lowers the barrier of entry to people, and for that, I think them. This week, I want to cover a video from Jodi Picoult, who is one of the fiercest and most unique voices working in storytelling right now. Over her prolific career, Picoult has published over 28 novels, a bunch of short stories, and even written for DC Comics' Wonder Woman series.
What Are Quentin Tarantino and Roger Avary's Favorite Movies Right Now?

5 days ago | nofilmschool.com | Jason Hellerman

Roger Avary and Quentin Tarantino If you're like me, your top movies fluctuate depending on your mood and what you've watched recently. And it turns out, we're just like Quentin Tarantino and Roger Avary, who feel the same way. In order to promote a special video episode of The Video Archives Podcast, Quentin Tarantino and Roger Avary each shared the three movies they are obsessing over right now. Let's dive in. 1.
Maxima Brings MicroFocus Lens to the Maxima 6 GaN to Refine Light Output

5 days ago | nofilmschool.com | Jourdan Aldredge

After introducing the MicroFocus optical system on the company’s flagship Maxima Furiosa, professional lighting design has been moving forward in some exciting ways as an LED lamp could finally be used bare, without accessories, and still maintain a solid degree of softness, contrast, and clarity.
How Did 'The Studio' Accomplish That Golden Globes Episode?

5 days ago | nofilmschool.com | Jason Hellerman

This week's episode of The Studio took inside Hollywood to another level, as they recreated the Golden Globes and took us through a tense storyline that asked questions about art, artists, and who gets the credit for the finished product. In order to achieve that look and feel, they didn't use the real Golden Globes, but they did rent out the Beverly Hilton Ballroom, where the actual Globes take place, and shot inside that.
TTArtisan’s New 35mm f/1.4 Tilt Lens is Fast, Intuitive, and Very Affordable

5 days ago | nofilmschool.com | Jourdan Aldredge

As the major headlines in the film and video industry shift towards tariffs and price increases across production areas, we’re always going to do our best to scrounge up thrifty and affordable pieces of gear that won’t break your bank. TTArtisan has a strong range of highly affordable lenses and great options for many different camera systems.
Panasonic Drops Teaser In Anticipation of New Lumix Announcement on May 13th

5 days ago | nofilmschool.com | Jourdan Aldredge

In what is becoming standard operating procedure for many brands these days, Panasonic has let the world know that it’s got something to share—but it’s not going to give us the info yet. The company has dropped a teaser video to let us know that a new Lumix camera is on the way. Set to be revealed on Tuesday, May 13th, 2025, we don’t know too much about what this new camera is going to be. However, that never stopped all of us good folks online from guessing and speculating.
TTArtisan 35mm f/1.4 Lens

5 days ago | nofilmschool.com | Jourdan Aldredge

"Red Flag" List for Editing Your Screenplay Self-editing is a chance to refine your story, sharpen your characters, and ensure your script is a compelling read. Here are some missteps I see many amateur writers fail to do before turning in their drafts. Formatting & Presentation:Incorrect Font/Margins: Is your script in 12-point Courier with standard industry margins? Deviations scream amateur.
Rewriting Your Script? Then You Need This "Red Flag" Checklist

6 days ago | nofilmschool.com | Jason Hellerman

I just went out with a new spec, but before I could do that, I had to do a whole lot of rewriting and polishing to make sure it was ready for the town. This wasn't just editing and making sure the story made sense, but it was also making sure the read was fun and that the story actually looked good on the page. Today, I want to take you through a little checklist I use in order to make sure my script is ready for the town. Let's dive in.
How Did 'Sinners' Pull Off Those Twin Shots?

6 days ago | nofilmschool.com | Jason Hellerman

I love a movie that stars one actor playing two roles. I always think that gimmick really plays well in genre movies, where an actor can have fun being two totally different people. It says something that in a movie where everyone is talking about its controversial ending, fun villain design, and this amazing juke joint scene, we haven't really touched on just how they shot two Michael B. Jordans. Well, the Academy just released a short video showing the cinematography behind it. Let's dive in.