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The approach presented in this book, honed after years of onset experience and from teaching at UCLA, NYU, and Columbia, and endorsed by many in the industry, including director Ang Lee (Brokeback Mountain and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) and producer/actor Edward Asner, aims to provide a helpful reference and resource for directors and actors alike. It combines underlying theory with dozens of exercises designed to reveal the actor's craft. There is material on constructing the throughline, analyzing the script, character needs; the casting and rehearsal processes, film vs. theater procedures as well as the actor and the camera.Distilling difficult concepts and a complex task to their simplest form, the author explains how to accurately capture and portray human behavior. The author's discussion of creative problems she has encountered or anticipated after years of experience, and her suggested solutions and exercises, are immediately useful. Additionally, hear what the actors have to say in excerpts from interviews with acclaimed actors such as Meryl Streep, Denzel Washington, Glenn Close, Robert Redford, Christopher Walken, Julianne Moore, and Michael Douglas (to name a few) who discuss their work with directors, what inspires them, and what they really want from the director.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Changing Direction' by Lenore DeKoven? A: The book focuses on a practical approach to directing actors in both film and theatre, combining theory with exercises to enhance understanding of the actor's craft.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Changing Direction'? A: The author is Lenore DeKoven, who has extensive experience in directing and teaching at prestigious institutions like UCLA, NYU, and Columbia.
- Q: What type of exercises are included in the book? A: The book includes dozens of exercises designed to help directors and actors analyze scripts, develop character needs, and understand the casting and rehearsal processes.
- Q: Is 'Changing Direction' suitable for beginners in directing? A: Yes, the book is suitable for both beginners and experienced directors, as it distills complex concepts into simpler forms and provides practical solutions to common problems.
- Q: What insights do actors provide in 'Changing Direction'? A: The book features excerpts from interviews with acclaimed actors like Meryl Streep and Denzel Washington, discussing their experiences with directors and what they seek from the directing process.
- Q: How many pages is 'Changing Direction'? A: The book contains 193 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Changing Direction' published? A: The book was published on March 23, 2006.
- Q: What category does 'Changing Direction' fall under? A: The book falls under the category of 'Direction & Production'.
- Q: Is 'Changing Direction' a new book or used? A: The condition of the book is new.