As I get older, I will admit it's not as easy to keep track of all the cool bits or jargon and ideas that float around a film set. There are lots of memes and bits of pop culture references that separate a generation, but what are the ones used on film sets that every filmmaker needs to know?Today, I sat and compiled a glossary that I think will help people of any age understand what's being said and incorporate it into their lexicon.Let's drive in.Filmmaker Memes and Pop Culture Reference GlossaryTo truly speak "Film," you have to understand the references that bridge the gap between high-art theory and the chaotic, caffeine-fueled reality of a production set.The Auteur & Industry ShorthandWhen filmmakers talk about vibes, they usually name-drop these directors or their specific stylistic tics.The Spielberg Oner: A long, complex shot that covers multiple pages of dialogue without a single cut, but feels invisible because the movement is so fluid.Tarantino Trunk Shot: Looking up at characters from inside a car trunk. The ultimate I’ve arrived as an indie director shot.Wes Anderson Aesthetic: Symmetrical framing, pastel colors, and characters who look like they’ve never felt joy.Nolan-esque: Anything involving non-linear timelines, extremely loud brass instruments (the Bwaaaaaa sound), and endings requiring a 30-minute YouTube explanation.Lynchian: A polite way of saying, I have no idea what is happening, but it feels deeply uncomfortable.The Fincher Perfectionism: Doing 90+ takes of a character doing something mundane, like opening a door or drinking water.Kubrick Stare: A character...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Wednesday, 28 January