Student Resources for El Otro Lado
Videos & Articles
Crew Positions (What they are, who they are and what they do) - https://www.wrapbook.com/blog/film-crew-positions
Filmmaking Basics (Everything you need to know in 8 minutes) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFwMRVwrKcA
What You Need to Know Before Making Your First Short - https://nofilmschool.com/what-you-need-know-making-your-first-short
How Should I Structure My Documentary - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Y3DvzFSc4o
Every Interview Style Explained - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4E5DkR87SwI
Master Mobile Filmmaking - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LDbloNewgk
Documentary Watchlist
•13th – Justice & Activism. Explores the history of racial inequality and mass incarceration in America. Available on: Netflix
• Free Solo – Adventure. Follows climber Alex Honnold’s breathtaking attempt to climb El Capitan without ropes. Available on: Disney+ / Hulu
•The Social Dilemma – Technology & Society. A deep dive into social media’s impact on our lives and mental health. Available on: Netflix
• My Octopus Teacher – Nature & Connection. A filmmaker builds a surprising friendship with an octopus in the wild. Available on: Netflix
•Jiro Dreams of Sushi – Passion & Craft. Portrait of an 85-year-old sushi master still striving for perfection. Available on: Prime Video (rental/purchase)