Making A Linklater-Style Feature Film Over 2 Years With Filmmaker Clinton Cornwell
Show Don't Tell: Micro-Budget FilmmakingShow Notes
In this episode, I am joined by filmmaker Clinton Cornwell to discuss his feature film 12 Months, which he shot over the course of two years (and 60 shooting days) in a style inspired by Richard Linklater's Boyhood.
Throughout our conversation, we dive deep into Clinton's unique production approach and creative process. Topics covered include: Creating an improvised relationship drama shot over real time Working with a minimal crew (often just 3 people) across 60 shooting days The benefits and challenges of spreading production over two years Finding actors comfortable with improvisation and maintaining their commitment Balancing structure and spontaneity in an improvised film Managing 200+ hours of footage during post-production The advantages of being a "jack of all trades" filmmaker
Links from the show:
12 Months Film
Clinton Cornwell - Instagram
Clinton Cornwell - Letterboxd
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