What They Didn't Teach You in Film School

by Miguel Parga

In the cut-throat world of the film industry, you need every advantage you can get to rise above the competition and make a name for yourself. This essential guide combines a practical, no-nonsense approach with a lifetime of insider knowledge, giving you the competitive edge to jump-start your career.

Packed with hard-working tips and advice, this book shows you how to get the best out of your film-school education, how to navigate some of the most frustrating moments in an artist's life, and how to keep the inspiration going as you battle your way through the filmmaking world.

221 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 5, 2019

Reviews

[Amin Alikhah · Rating 3 out of 5]

well it was a good handbook, it was easy to read, at the first it was just too simple, too basic, things you can find with a search and an hour on youtube, but in the end it actually became really inspiring, I enjoyed the last chapters a bunch, and It really motivated me to commit to the life that I wanted, and I feel really glad that I was able to read and finish this book, this is 3rd book I've read ever since I started reading, I hope to thrive in my reading journey and use this book as like a handbook guide to filmmaking when I was actually shooting or editing, and the book was really resourceful I'm really glad since I always wondered what to read, what book do I need to read, and having a recommendation list from the author really helps me, and lots of thanks to miguel parga for writing this.

[Martha Evans · Rating 4 out of 5]

I already knew a lot of the content in this book. BUT the basic technical info in all sectors of the film industry was useful. And the advice given towards mindset and leadership as a director was positive and motivating. This book helped me realise that I want to be a director.

[Rica Saludo · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is actually an excellent book! It has some tips and guides for any aspiring filmmaker! Also, especially for people who can't afford to film school.