The Wonderful World of The Wizard of Oz
Chances are, you have seen MGM’s iconic 1939 musical film The Wizard of Oz at least once, if not several times. Based on the first of fourteen Oz books written…
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November 7, 2024 | Filmmaking
June 26, 2024 | Filmmaking
Exceptional Examples of Awareness and Advocacy in Film
Film is a powerful vessel and tool for advocacy, making it possible for aspiring creatives to bring awareness to their causes. Recently, many NYFA alums have contributed to films with…
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June 14, 2024 | Filmmaking
TV Shows and Movies About Fatherhood
From Danny Tanner to Homer Simpson, the TV or movie “Dad” is an iconic role to play. The early ‘50s and ‘60s brought us Ward Cleaver (Leave it to Beaver),…
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May 22, 2024 | Filmmaking
TV Shows and Movies Filmed in Los Angeles
Los Angeles isn’t just the home of Hollywood – it’s a living, breathing set that has been the backdrop of many iconic films and television shows. Legendary shows like Melrose…
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May 3, 2024 | Filmmaking
Short Film Tips For Aspiring Filmmakers
Short films offer a unique platform for filmmakers to explore experimental storytelling techniques and poignant themes within a limited runtime. Often serving as a stepping stone for emerging talent, short…
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April 1, 2024 | Filmmaking
Screenwriting Tips for Aspiring Filmmakers and Storytellers
Ernest Hemingway, believed in writing first drafts quickly and then revising extensively. Virginia Woolf was known for her stream-of-consciousness narrative technique, while Stephen King allows the story to unfold as…
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