A Beginner's Guide to Being a Filmmaker - Aaron Fradkin

Dive into a comprehensive interview with filmmaker Aaron Fradkin, exploring the intricacies of screenwriting, directing, and the film industry. Learn about daily creative habits, essential writing tips, the screenplay development process, and the challenges of bringing ideas to life. Gain insights on crafting compelling characters, understanding story structure, and the similarities between writing horror and comedy. Discover common mistakes to avoid as a first-time filmmaker, qualities that lead to success, and the importance of creating a safe environment for actors. Get practical advice on monetizing films through platforms like Hulu, and benefit from Fradkin's hindsight on his filmmaking journey, including lessons learned from his third feature film.

- It's A Choice To Create Something Every Day
- 10 Things An Aspiring Writer Should Know About Writing
- First Two Weeks Writing A Screenplay
- Why Do Some Ideas Take So Long To Write?
- A Movie So Good It Makes You Want To Quit The Film Industry
- Why Are Some People Better At Story Than Others?
- Creating The Perfect Fictional Character
- How Writing Horror And Comedy Are The Same
- Writing Villains And Heroes Is The Same Process
- Biggest Mistakes I Made On My First Movie
- 3 Qualities That Make First Time Filmmakers Successful
- A Director Must Create A Safe Environment For Their Actors
- How Much Money Can A Filmmaker Make On Hulu?
- What I Wish I Knew About Filmmaking Years Ago
- Lessons I Learned On My Third Feature Film