Storytelling is so much more than we think it is. Just ask any sound editor out there in the film industry. You might think, “Ok, this movie has an awesome soundtrack!” But what about the sounds and sound effects that are more subtle than that? Think dialogue, footsteps, the sound of crunching leaves. All of...Read More

While actors may get their names in lights and directors can become world-renowned for their films, there are certain individuals responsible for making sure a movie gets made.  A production manager connects the many moving pieces of a film. They are a little bit like The Dude’s rug in The Big Lebowski, which really tied...Read More

What is Production Design? In the film industry, we often talk about suspension of disbelief or the willingness to set aside one’s logical thinking to be able to enjoy an art form as a kind of special reality – albeit a temporary one. We want to get lost in a story and be emotionally moved...Read More

First, what is a sound stage? Before we go into how filming works on a sound stage, let’s make sure there’s a shared understanding of what this means. When people drive through the streets of the city of Los Angeles – or other popular places for movie-making – they may pass by without a second...Read More

Lights, Camera, Lingo! The motion picture industry – and the video and film production business more generally – uses lingo that people often learn little by little when working for film production companies, or playing a part in a production. Whether you’re the talent in front of the camera or part of the crew behind...Read More

We are SO excited to share a video from our new project, “Rough Draft w/ Reza Aslan”, a TV show that we’re co-producing with Contend, Reza Aslan and David Andreone, with help from our very special sponsor ABSOLUT. We have 3 episodes under out belt and couldn’t be happier with the way it has turned...Read More

We’re extremely proud to announce that this month we taped the Pilot Episode of our new television show “Rough Draft with Reza Aslan“! Our first guest was Damon Lindelof (Creator of Lost and The Leftovers) with musical guests Composer Antonio Sanchez (Birdman)and super Producer Daniel Lanois (Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Neil Young, Peter Gabriel). LAist described this brand new Speaker Series as “part Salon, part...Read More

We hope you enjoy these gorgeous photos from the “Trophy Wife” shoot by Mike Ruiz for Emmy Magazine taken at Mack Sennett Studios.Read More

On February 26th Mack Sennett Studios proudly presented the 4th annual Guild of Music Supervisors Awards, featuring a live performance by Aloe Blacc and incredible presenters including Bobby Womack.This event, sponsored by Lincoln, Interscope and BMG, honors music as an integral part to the success of motion pictures, television programs, films, advertising and games. For more information read the event write ups on...Read More

On Thursday March 27, the CW Network celebrated the launch of their new digital-network called The CW Seed at Mack Sennett Studios, with an intimate screening of their newest show, LA Rangers, starring Wilson Bethel and Dugan O’Neal.Read More