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6 Filmmaking Tips From Paul Thomas Anderson

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We have explored the archives of Paul Thomas Anderson’s interviews and assembled them into a bit of free film school.

Boogie Nights Meeting

37 Things We Learned From the ‘Boogie Nights’ Commentary

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“I’m pretty egotistical and proud of this movie.” We look at what we can learn from Paul Thomas Anderson and his commentary track for Boogie Nights.

Terminator 2: Sarah Connor

42 Things We Learned From the ‘Terminator 2: Judgment Day’ Commentary

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We explore the wisdom of James Cameron as it can be gleaned from the Terminator 2 DVD commentary.

Frank Darabont

6 Filmmaking Tips from Frank Darabont

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We compiled the best advice given by the screenwriter/director of ‘The Shawshank Redemption.’