Edgar Wright, the director of Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz, among many others, is one of my favorite directors working in Hollywood. He's got such a unique and exciting visual style, and his stories always pack a lot of heart. It's also clear that he loves movies and loves the process. So, when I saw him giving advice in a YouTube video, I knew it would be perfect here. The video below is packed with 10 tips from Edgar Wright. He will cover everything from overcoming imposter syndrome to making your first feature film on a budget.Let's dive in. 10 Filmmaking Tips From Edgar WrightTip 1: Use imposter syndrome as your motivationImposter syndrome is common among filmmakers, but it can be a motivating factor. The key is to be prepared and confident. Try to shed this feeling and use it to motivate yourself to get better. You want to belong, so strive to prove you should be there. Tip 2: Don't set unreasonable goalsDon’t set unreasonable goals for yourself. No one is winning an Oscar right out of the gate. Making movies takes time and practice. Learn from the films you love and watch older films to see how the masters did it. Follow their careers and see what kind of inspiration we can take from their paths. Tip 3: Watch older filmsSo many filmmakers have no basis for where film came from, so how can we assume they know where film is going? Watch older films, they...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Monday, 11 November