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DGA Video Portal Updates
No matter where you are, you can now conveniently explore the Guild's video collection, brought together in one
place in the DGA Video Portal. We have curated some of the best selections from the archives highlighting the
craft of the Director.
The Video Portal currently features clips and full videos from DGA events including:
To see these clips and more, start your exploration of the DGA Video Portal at www.video.dga.org
Director Lucia Aniello on how she
considers a visual language when
blending comedic and dramatic tones
in Hacks.
Director Michael Goi on the
importance of making your own
opportunities and shares how he
practiced doing so at a young age.
Director/1st AD Courtney M. Franklin
on how being communicative and
adaptable in both jobs was signifi cant
to maintain a successful production.
The Social Network: DGA Members On Set
Send Us Your On Set Photos and
Follow Us On Social Media
The DGA is looking for a few good stills from your on set experiences
for this series and our social media platforms. If you have current
photos of yourself and/or fellow members at work, please send
them, along with details about the image to: Press@dga.org.
And remember to stay connected with the DGA by following us
across social media to learn about events and Guild activities.
Join the conversation by following our channels today!
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Photo: DP Noah Greenberg, Director Rachel Feldman and 1st AD Stephen Moore in Atlanta, GA.
— Submitted by Director Rachel Feldman
at work on the feature, Lilly
Director Jim McKay on how
discussing your vision with the
appropriate personnel can bring
together a workable scene.
Director Rachel Morrison on
the qualities she looks for in a
Cinematographer/DP that make for
successful collaborations.
Director Robert Townsend on
perceiving "low points" in his career,
the importance of timing and enjoying
the ride.
Director James Wan on how he favors
the buildup over the payoff when
crafting an effective scare.
Director Glenn Weiss on the planning,
preparation and secrecy that went into
the Little John reveal during the 2024
Democratic National Convention.
