Coffee & Content - What Happens When a Movie Has No Script Supervisor & 3 Key Acting Tips from Meryl Streep

Coffee & Content -  What Happens When a Movie Has No Script Supervisor & 3 Key Acting Tips from Meryl Streep

Coffee & Content - What Happens When a Movie Has No Script Supervisor & 3 Key Acting Tips from Meryl Streep

Happy Sunday, everyone. Welcome to December.

Let's get warm with a steaming cup of java and some red hot content.

First up today, something a little different. As many of you know, and some may not, having a qualified script supervisor on set is a must. There are just some things that can't be saved in post and if you don't have the coverage or continuity, you're screwed. Here, courtesy of Vanity Fair, Martin Scorsese's long-time script supervisor, Martha Pinson, lays down the knowledge on common mistakes and how to avoid them.

Next, an actress who knows a thing or two about acting. Meryl Streep earned an Oscar nomination walking from her bed to her kitchen this morning. I kid, I kid...or do I? Here, thanks to the Actors Academy, are 3 acting tips from Meryl to you.

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And, of course, I welcome your thoughts and musings in the comments section below.

Enjoy your Sunday and the coffee & content!

Cheers!

RB

Meryl Streep Acting Advice - 3 Key Tips

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What Happens When a Movie Has No Script Supervisor?

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6 Comments on Richard RB's Article

Dominique LaFleur
Screenwriter, Actor, Producer
Both these women are on point. And Lord knows a Martha was definitely needed in some projects I’ve been in. 
7 years ago
Richard RB Botto
Actor, Producer, Screenwriter, Voice Artist
No question.
7 years ago
Film Budget
Producer, Business Affairs Consultant, Creative Executive, Filmmaker, Financier, Line Producer, Production Manager
Great tips! Thanks for posting! (I worked with Martha on her Directorial Debut! Winner of the Napa Valley Film Festival - Best Picture, Best Actor.) :)
7 years ago
Richard RB Botto
Actor, Producer, Screenwriter, Voice Artist
That's fantastic, Jack!
7 years ago
Patricia Poulos
Author, Editor, Producer of Marketing & Distribution, Publisher, Screenwriter, Singer
What wonderful lessons are learned on C&C. Thank you for Guinotte, Meryl and Martha. And what great tips Meryl gives. Thank you RB for making these possible.
7 years ago
Richard RB Botto
Actor, Producer, Screenwriter, Voice Artist
So glad you found the content useful and enjoyable, Patricia!
7 years ago
Two great pieces on two top-of-the-mountain pros and great lovers of cinema.  Nice piece, RB!
7 years ago
Richard RB Botto
Actor, Producer, Screenwriter, Voice Artist
Thank you, Bill.  Glad you enjoyed!
7 years ago
Rache Walker
Music Composer, Musician, Singer, Songwriter, Voice Artist
Ohhh LOVE Meryle Streep! And what a great clip! Empathy, very beautiful!! Thank you sooo much!! LOVEd it! :-)
7 years ago
Patricia Poulos
Author, Editor, Producer of Marketing & Distribution, Publisher, Screenwriter, Singer
Bill Costantini thank you so much for the links. What a wonderful person we have in Meryl Streep. You are a wealth of knowledge. Thank you.
7 years ago
Richard RB Botto
Actor, Producer, Screenwriter, Voice Artist
Very true story, Bill, and one I'm grateful to you for sharing.  Cazale was one special talent.  Gone entirely too soon.
7 years ago
Michael Rogers
Screenwriter
Meryl Streep's advise can be superimposed over the writer's career without fault. "That is why we are here. To service the entire story"
7 years ago
Richard RB Botto
Actor, Producer, Screenwriter, Voice Artist
You bet your ass it can, Mike.  Great observation.
7 years ago
So true, Meryl! 
7 years ago
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