I would love to learn/read more from Kevin regarding this topic since his NY workshop is sold out. I’ve probably watched his 4 part series on EventDV-TV 10 times, and I am desperate for some more education based on film theory since I regrettably slept through most in college. I didn’t know better back then!
Thanks Ron & Kevin for sharing your time and talents.

I agree that we agree. I like your point about reversing parts 1 and 2. And your idea about staring with that question. Maybe you know a well informed, esoteric, artistically inclined SC film grad who could write a guest blog post about that? 🙂

Thanks for the reply, Ron. It sounds like we’re on the same page. I agree that learning the language of film is a must to understanding the basic storytelling conventions of the medium. But one can only be taught proper grammar – the poetry comes from within and is up to each poet. So I guess my issue with your post is really that it reads more like a part 2 or 3 in a series that should have started with your advice on how to hear your inner voice as an artist and how to translate personal sensibilities into filmmaking style. For those starting out, perhaps by asking more “why” questions of filmmakers like Snyder (and others whose visual polish can give far more context). Breaking down ways to execute a unique vision would’ve been a great follow up. As unintentional as it may be, starting the process here suggests a visual template mentality. I just glanced at your part 2 (just posted at the time of this reply) and we do agree, it just looks like that would have made a more effective part 1.

Thank you Ron for breaking this topic down in easy to digest bites. Your posts always seem to pop up just at the right moments. I’m on to read part two!

Great points Shane. I absolutely agree. And I am 100% sincere when I say that I am truly humbled to be mentioned in the same sentence with my friend Kevin. In my part 2, I will address some of the points you made. Thanks for joining the conversation.