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Smart Directing on a Tight Budget: Herb Kimble’s Proven Tips for Independent Filmmakers

Directing doesn’t have to break the bank. Some of the most innovative directors working today began by directing on a shoestring. With a bit of the right attitude, imagination, and planning, directing a film on a low budget can be fulfilling and career-building.

Producer and director and creator of the streaming network UrbanFlixTV, Herb Kimble, puts into words: “Never confuse value and budget. A well-told, good story can override even the most expensive production.”…

“Heaux Phase” on UrbanFlixTV: Herb Kimble’s Portrait of Womanhood and Social Reality

“Heaux Phase,” the gritty original series by director Herb Kimble, is making waves on UrbanFlixTV for its unapologetic storytelling and unflinching depiction of modern womanhood. Directed by Kimble, 11 of the 12 gritty episodes, the series is a raw, unvarnished portrayal of the gritty, emotional, and often painful realities of coming of age in a world defined by trauma, lust, and survival.

At its core, Heaux Phase tracks three young women navigating towards adulthood …

How to Write a Scene

Any well-constructed scene is thoroughly conscious of one major component: time. Too much time can make a subtle glance seem to drag on, while too little can feel like being whisked away. The audience may not be able to follow when the pacing is too fast. It also leaves plot holes. If you feel like your scene is at a standstill, or you don’t know what to write, use these tips to help you move …

John Williams: The Composer of Film

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When people think about favorite film scores, chances are good that they are humming a John Williams tune. Williams has been one of the most active and well-known composers in the film scene, but he’s not limited to film work alone. His five Academy Awards are only the tip of a long and illustrious career as a composer.

Perhaps best known for his work on Star Wars, Williams …

How to Make Your First Film

Do you want to be a filmmaker? Do you have a cell phone or a camera? Making your first film is one of the simplest things you can do, and it’s a great introduction into filmmaking. You need an idea to begin, so aim for something simple. Less King Kong, more Pixar short. You can work on adding bells and whistles in later films, but this is something you can do in less than a …