NYFA Mumbai: Inspiration From Bollywood
Oh, Bollywood! From tragic epics to side-splitting comedies, the Hindi film industry based in Mumbai, India) has blessed us with numerous classic films since its inception in 1913. As one…
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March 24, 2017 | Film
March 24, 2017 | Film
Hollywood Blockbusters You Didn’t Know Were Filmed in Gold Coast, Australia
Location can be the most important part of a movie. Production designers will painstakingly search for the perfect location to fit with the vision of a film. While cities like…
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March 17, 2017 | Film
Women’s History Month: Women to Know Behind the Camera
Who are the first people you think of when you hear “successful director, screenwriter, or producer”? Unfortunately for a lot of people, they may only know male names — but…
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March 17, 2017 | Film
Friday Reads: Best Binge-Worthy Shows to Watch Before Your May Classes Start
NYFA’s upcoming intake dates in May 2017 mean that it’s almost time for you to begin your journey into the world’s most intensive, hands-on visual and performing arts education. With…
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March 10, 2017 | Film
How to Use Crowdfunding Sites Like Kickstarter & Indiegogo to Fund Your Film
Nothing speaks to the independent filmmaking spirit quite like crowdfunding. Not only can you get your project made without relying on traditional top-down sources, but also a successful campaign demonstrates…
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March 10, 2017 | Film
5 Great Filmmaking Podcasts for Film Buffs, Nerds, & Everyone Else
Not all filmmaking podcasts are created equal. Browse the TV & Film category on iTunes and you will quickly be overwhelmed by the quantity and variability of quality. We’ve done…
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February 28, 2017 | Film
Black History Month Recap: A Q&A With NYFA Faculty
As Black History Month comes to a close, New York Film Academy celebrates the diversity and strength of its community. We had a chance to sit down with a few…
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February 25, 2017 | Film
What Does A Production Designer Do?
Production designers may not be as well-known outside the film industry as directors, writers, and producers, but aspiring filmmakers learn very quickly that movies can never go from idea to…
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February 25, 2017 | Film
What You Can Learn From Great Movie Openings
All movies aim to grab the viewer right from the start and keep their attention for the next couple of hours, but great title sequences can be the secret weapon…
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