Directing Actors – 25th Anniversary Edition – Case Bound
Directing Actors – 25th Anniversary Edition by Judith Weston, published by Michael Wiese Productions in 2021, is a comprehensive guide that explores the intricate dynamics of the actor-director relationship. This edition spans 434 pages and is presented in English, offering insights into the challenges filmmakers face when collaborating with actors. The book addresses various aspects of directing, including the pitfalls of “result direction,” script breakdowns, casting preparation, and rehearsal strategies, all aimed at enhancing the creative connection between directors and actors.
Readers will find updated references and expanded ideas throughout the text, including detailed chapters on rehearsal and script analysis, exemplified by a scene from The Matrix. Additionally, this edition introduces a new chapter focused on directing children, further broadening its scope. With a focus on the performing arts, film direction, and production, Directing Actors serves as a valuable reference for filmmakers seeking to deepen their understanding of character creation and the collaborative process in theater and film.
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Collaborating with actors is, for many filmmakers, the last frontier―the scariest part and the part they long for―the human part, the place where connection happens. Directing Actors: 25th Anniversary Edition covers the challenges of the actor-director relationship―the pitfalls of “result direction”; breaking down a script; how to prepare for casting sessions; when, how and whether to rehearse―but with updated references, expanded ideas, more detailed chapters on rehearsal and script analysis (using a scene from The Matrix)―and a whole new chapter on directing children. For twenty-five years the industry standard for instilling confidence in filmmakers, Directing Actors perseveres in its mission―to bring directors, actors and writers deeper into the exhilarating task of creating characters the world will not forget.
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