A few years ago, I remember everyone started talking about Avengers Endgame. I knew that this was some superhero series with all the known superheroes like Spiderman, Ironman, and Captain America. Other than that, I had no idea what it was. I remember a kid asking me, "I … [Read more...]
Special Summer 2020 Issue
Bored? Tired of being trapped at home? Looking for something different to do this summer? Look no further! In this special issue of Insights, we bring you 30 things you can do to make the most of your remaining summer days, including both low-tech and high-tech options! Try … [Read more...]
An Insider View of Hollywood Costumes
Catherine Charpentier is a member of the Motion Picture Costumers union who has worked on major productions like Man in the High Castle, American Idol, Epic Rap Battles of History, A Christmas Story Live, and at one of Los Angeles's largest costuming houses. We spoke to her about … [Read more...]
Criticizing Color
Writing in the Atlantic, Tanisha C. Ford explained that the costume designer for the hit film Black Panther, Ruth Carter, kept four guiding words in front of her as she planned the film's wardrobe: "Beautiful. Positive. Forward. Colorful." It's the last of those that's especially … [Read more...]
Turning Words into Images
“You don’t take a picture, you make it.” This quote from iconic landscape photographer Ansel Adams (look him up if you don’t know him!) holds great meaning for filmmakers. Pictures tell stories. To “make a picture,” you must decide what story your picture will tell. Where will … [Read more...]