by Molly Stein-Seroussi | Dec 4, 2023 | gentle filmmaking, how to
In our cultural imagination, artists are often solitary. When we think of a creative person, we may picture a painter locking themselves away in their studio, or a writer typing away in the late hours of the night. But, as filmmakers, we know that’s not always the...
by Molly Stein-Seroussi | Nov 29, 2023 | gentle filmmaking, how to
Hi. I’m Molly, I’m an artist, and I have only recently learned how to cope with rejection. Let me rephrase: I’m Molly, I’m an artist, I am constantly learning new skills to help me cope with rejection, and I expect to be working on this for my entire life. When you’re...
by Molly Stein-Seroussi | Nov 17, 2023 | gentle filmmaking, how to
We’ve all heard the horror stories. Screenwriters who collaborate on a script, only to have their co-writer steal the project and get all the credit. Producers who hire people they trust, only to have them take the project totally off the rails. Friends who think it...
by Molly Stein-Seroussi | Sep 19, 2023 | how to
So you’ve made a movie. Congratulations! It’s a huge accomplishment, and you deserve some recognition for it. One of the best ways to do this is to submit to film festivals. But how do you submit to film festivals? Let’s walk through the process together. Make sure...
by Molly | Jun 5, 2023 | how to
We’ve all been there. You’re working on a project you’re really excited about, but the creative juices just aren’t flowing. You stare at your blank document for a while, maybe you open twitter… we’re not judging. Writer’s block happens to everyone, and sometimes it’s...
by Molly Stein-Seroussi | May 22, 2023 | how to, sound design
Today on the blog, composer Ari Borhanian writes about their experience scoring a horror film. Sound is possibly the most important aspect of horror films. Don’t believe me? Try watching Paranormal Activity on mute. Instead of a deep, warbling rumble that makes...
