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Directing tips

Directing tips

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Directing tips

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- Okay, in this scene, you're the most ferocious beast of the jungle, the King of the Savannah, the majestic lion. (dog whimpers) (upbeat music) - Directing might seem pretty straightforward. You yell action, direct the actors and then call cut. But there's actually a lot more to directing than just coffee and berets. - What? - So, let's go over some directing tips to help you manage all the nuances of being a director. First up is your actors. You and your actors are a team and making them feel like they are part of a team is key. You can do this by building relationships with them early on, so that by the time they are on set, they already feel comfortable with you and their other cast mates. Next up, and most importantly is making sure your actors feel comfortable. If you're shooting a scene that might be uncomfortable for an actor, such as a scene involving nudity, or requiring them to cry, consider…

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