The Art of Short Form Filmmaking with Harry Norton
This week, we’re talking about short form filmmaking with returning guest Harry Norton. From micro shorts to five-minute narratives, we explore what makes these projects both uniquely difficult and completely essential for honing your craft.
We talk about why short films are their own distinct medium, not just a smaller version of something bigger. Every second counts, so how do you write, shoot and edit in a way that serves the story without wasting a moment?
Amber shares the process behind her upcoming micro short, Siren Song, and how it went from five pages to two through years of refining.
If you’ve ever struggled to cut down your ideas or wondered what really belongs in a short, this one’s for you.
Here are the highlights:
Harry’s Background and Roles (1:08)
Challenges of Short Form Filmmaking (1:38)
Adapting to Short Form Storytelling (5:25)
Effective Short Form Storytelling (5:43)
Developing the Idea and Script (8:24)
Challenges in Writing and Editing (19:24)
Personal Experiences and Perspectives (20:39)
Siren Song Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sirensongfilm/siren-song-a-fantasy-thriller-short-film
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Cinematic Alchemy
Welcome to Cinematic Alchemy, the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of transforming ideas from page to screen.
Join me, Srishti Chhabria and my co-host, Amber Payne, as we unravel the mysteries of video production, sharing the gritty, honest insights we've gathered from years in the industry.
Whether you're an entrepreneurial spirit or just curious about what goes on behind the camera, we're here to demystify the process and equip you with the knowledge to create visual masterpieces.
We can’t wait for you to join us on this exciting journey!
Produced and Hosted by Srishti Chhabria & Amber Payne.
Music by Samuel GR Morgan
Artwork by Ellie Costello
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