A Hollywood Insider Takes You Inside Hollywood! Richard Bare knows the film industry. He has worked with Spielburg and Lucas, discovered James Garner, and has been nominated for numerous awards, including three Oscars. Now this award-winning Hollywood veteran shares his experiences, advice, and techniques in this completely updated edition of the classic film-directing guide. In this invaluable book you'll find:

• A solid nuts-and-bolts handbook for the beginning director.
• A candid look at the technical aspects of how directors work on a set.
• Valuable guidance on moviemaking for the low-budget director.
• Discussions of the careers and working methods of such leading directors as George Lucas, James Cameron, Steven Spielberg, Spike Lee, and Mimi Leder.
• Practical knowledge on shooting, staging, camera style, rehearsing, and editing.
• Examples and advice on how to get a job directing with a studio or production company.