Posted by Richard "RB" Botto

Happy Sunday, Creative Army!

Have you had a creative weekend so far? I have some content here for you that is sure to get the creative juices flowing, so grab your coffee, and let's dive in.

First up, in this video from StudioBinder, they’re breaking down seven essential elements of directing by one of this generation’s stellar auteurs, Sofia Coppola, and how she uses them to create a sense of isolation around lost protagonists. From the plot level, production design, color choices, post-production, sound design, music, and cinematography, few filmmakers can create an introspective mood or dreamy headspace like Sofia Coppola. All of us have felt lost or alone, which is why these small, intimate portraits of similar individuals resonate.

Next up, I am absolutely fired up for Cannes this year! Even for first-timers, there is so much opportunity there. Every year I have gone, I am more prepared for the next one. In this video, I share how you can maximize your time at the Cannes Film Festival.

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Wishing you a very happy, healthy, & creative Sunday.

Cheers,

RB

StudioBinder | 7 Ways Sofia Coppola Captures Isolation - Directing Style Explained

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RBWalksIntoABar | How To Maximize Your Time At Cannes Film Festival

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Geoff Hall

Thanks for sharing this, RB. I was just trying to think what the average budget seems to be outside of the likes of Marie Antoinette. It seems to be around $10m, save from Lost in Translation at $4m. Im just looking at her box office returns too and thinking what can be made for $10m. Sorry, just th...

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Robin Gregory

Really inspiring video, RB. Thank you for bringing it to our attention. Sophia is inspired! This video gave me great ideas for infusing visual elements to heighten emotional underpinnings of scenes. Hope you're having a blast!

Richard "RB" Botto

Love hearing the vids hit the mark, Robin Gregory. And thank you...we're off to a tremendous start at Cannes.

Maurice Vaughan

Sometimes when I want to create a sense of isolation in a script, I’ll set the story in a location where the main character or another character will be isolated (a secluded house, the graveyard shift at a store, etc.). Setting a story in an isolated location also cuts down on the budget because the...

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William Joseph Hill

Great stuff RB! Hope things are going fantastic there in Cannes!

Richard "RB" Botto

Appreciated, William Joseph Hill, on both counts. It's the calm before the storm, but already a couple of fantastic meetings. Early, but a huge sense of optimism along the Palais....

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Eon C. Rambally

"Isolation"! Significant subject! It's a main component of film and life in general! How do we address it in film and life certainly defines reality. I'm thankful for the highlighting, a famous name in film, of the subject and always wanted to be part of it's discussion, with new or aspiring films....

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Richard "RB" Botto

Always rewarding to hear the content hits home, Eon C. Rambally. Thanks for all the support and the recognition.

Eon C. Rambally

You're welcome RB! In my best explanations, it's one of the most sensitive and "A must", to be addressed in filmmaking! In my short film I've certainly included amongst the beginning scenes the topic,...

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Maurice Vaughan

Good morning, RB. I’ve been resting the weekend, but I also managed to get some writing done and network. I picked up advice from the first video on how to create isolation in my scripts. It’s incredible how screenwriters, filmmakers, and crew departments can use things like color, production design...

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Richard "RB" Botto

Of course, my friend. Thank you for the good wishes.

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, RB.

Thank you, Richard RB

Richard "RB" Botto

Most welcome, Wendy Kay

Harri-Pekka Virkki

Love it!

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