December 20, 2024

5 things we can learn from Tarantino's editor, Sally Menke

Sally Menke's name may not be the first that comes to mind when you think of Quentin Tarantino films, but her work behind the scenes was integral to the success of many of his most iconic movies. Having earned 12 awards and many more nominations, Sally Menke solidified herself as one of the greats in film editing. And there's a lot we can learn from her 32-year career.

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Lessons from the field

What are leading lines?

Composition and framing are two essential elements worth considering when constructing a shot for your film project. The way you block your subject, in association with the background, will help your viewers focus on key parts of the frame. Professional filmmakers use a technique called leading lines to guide audiences' attention to specific areas in the frame.

It's an incredibly useful technique every filmmaker should implement in their work. They can help highlight character interactions and guide viewers' eyes to important plot clues in the background. Read more.

Creator Handbook: Snapchat revamps creator monetization with tougher rules

Snapchat is shaking up how creators earn money with changes that promise new opportunities but also tougher entry requirements.

Starting February 1, 2025, Snapchat will combine ad revenue from its Stories and Spotlight platforms into a unified monetization program. This means creators can earn from ads placed in Stories or Spotlight videos longer than one minute. However, shorter videos will no longer qualify for monetization. Read more.

The freeze frame: Why filmmakers stop time

In film and video, a freeze frame is a paused video frame that halts the movement within the video. It essentially converts the moving picture into a still shot for a given period. Also, it is helpful to draw attention to a specific point, for a dramatic flair or even for comedic effect. This article will explore a few examples of where films and shows used frozen shots. We'll also look at different scenarios where you can take advantage of the effect. Read more.

Today's top stories

Two filmmakers are suing the National Park Service. They claim it is censoring speech with "unconstitutional" permit fees.
Insta360 just released a $2,000 videoconferencing camera. It's the Insta360 Connect dual-4K camera AI video bar.
The Supreme Court will hear TikTok's case to prevent its potential U.S. ban. The case will be heard on January 10th.
A study found that most people are unimpressed with AI features on smartphones. For instance, 87 percent of Samsung users are unsatisfied.
Viltrox releases a new APS-C lens for Nikon, Sony and Fujifilm cameras. It's the new Viltrox 35mm F1.7 lens.