The Elements of Filmmaking

Weekly episodes that break down the five phases of filmmaking in an easily digestible manner. www.themodernfilmmaker.co

The Elements of Filmmaking is a tv podcast hosted by Mike Rekola, with 17 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Mike Rekola hosts The Elements of Filmmaking, a tv show with 17 episodes published.

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  Save Your Ass... Why Every Filmmaker Should Capture Background Plates: The Secret to Effortless Reshoots

  Dec 9, 202412 minS0

  <p>From the school carpool lane…</p><p>Monday, December 9th</p><p>Hey Filmmaker,</p><p>As a filmmaker, reshoots are inevitable. </p><p>Whether it’s fixing continuity errors, adding a missed shot, or improving a performance, they’re part of the process. </p><p>But here’s the hard truth: reshoots can be expensive, logistically challenging, and time-consuming.</p><p>Now imagine this: instead of hauling your cast and crew back to a location, or scrambling to rebuild an entire set, you solve the problem with a greenscreen and a background plate you captured during your initial shoot.<...

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  Mastering Walter Murch’s Rule of Six: The Key to Better Film Editing

  Dec 2, 202415 minS0

  <p>From a Frostbit Lawn</p><p>Monday, December 2nd,</p><p>Hey Filmmaker,</p><p>Editing is where the magic of filmmaking truly comes alive. </p><p>It’s the place where raw footage transforms into a cohesive, emotionally resonant story. </p><p>As filmmakers, we’re constantly making decisions—what to cut, what to keep, and how to create that perfect flow.</p><p>Few editors in history have articulated the art of editing better than Walter Murch, the legendary editor behind films like Apocalypse Now and The English Patient. </p><p>His “Rule of Six” has become a gold sta...

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  Why Every Filmmaker Needs an Electronic Press Kit (EPK) to Promote Their Film

  Nov 25, 202415 minS0

  <p>From a bright and sunny 35 degrees.</p><p>Monday, November 25th</p><p>Hey Filmmaker,</p><p>In the filmmaking world, promoting your project is as important as making it. </p><p>Even the best films can get lost in the noise without the right tools to grab attention. </p><p>That’s where the Electronic Press Kit (EPK) comes in—a professional, well-assembled EPK is your film’s calling card, opening doors to festivals, distributors, media outlets, and audiences.</p><p>But what exactly is an EPK? </p><p>Why does it matter so much? </p><p>And how do...

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  Why Taking Risks is the Key to Building Relationships in Filmmaking and Life.

  Nov 21, 202421 minS0

  <p>From a rainy November day.</p><p>Thursday, November 21st</p><p>Hey Filmmaker,</p><p>In both filmmaking and life, meaningful relationships aren’t built by playing it safe. </p><p>Whether it’s forging a creative partnership, directing a complex scene, or committing to a deeply personal connection, risk is the glue that holds relationships together. </p><p>The willingness to be vulnerable, to invest without guarantees, and to face uncertainty head-on is what builds trust, deepens bonds, and makes both films and relationships extraordinary.</p><p>As filmmakers, our entire craft is rooted in risk. </p><p>We...

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  How to Attract Investors, Talent, and Distributors: Use a Film Finance Plan

  Nov 18, 202419 minS0

  <p>From the Living Room (Watching Kipper the Dog, with my son.)</p><p>Monday, November 18th</p><p>Hey Filmmaker.</p><p>In the world of filmmaking, a great story and vision can only take you so far. </p><p>To bring your film to life, you need funding—and that’s where a film finance plan comes in. </p><p>This document isn’t just a collection of numbers; it’s a strategic tool that convinces investors, collaborators, talent, and distributors that your project is worth their time, money, and effort.</p><p>A solid finance plan tells potentia...

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