Do you have an idea that you think would make an excellent short film, but you don’t know how to start? This is a basic guide for how to develop an idea into a fully-fledged short film, regardless of budget or resources. The first step is to develop your idea. You want to devote time...
The Importance of an Actor’s Showreel
Looking to make your showreel the most powerful it can be? The most important thing about a showreel is that they are captivating in addition to showing a range of talents and work experiences. Actor’s showreels are typically about five minutes long, and they are the first thing an employer will look at when hiring...
Making Filmmaking A Safe Space with Intimacy Coordination
Intimacy coordination is a relatively new, but extremely important, field in the film industry. An intimacy coordinator is a trained professional who works with actors and production teams to ensure that scenes involving sexual content, nudity, or physical intimacy are handled in a safe, respectful, and professional manner. Intimacy coordinators are trained in areas regarding...
Our Slick Back & Relax Package
If you’re an actor or performer looking to add onto your showreel, whether that be because you want to add cinematic scenes with new characters or if you don’t have much experience on screen yet, Slick Showreels has a fantastic offer. Our Slick Back & Relax package is the absolute best value for anyone wanting...
The Importance of Film Festivals for Filmmakers
Film festivals are film events organized by private organizations, universities, arts associations, or film societies for the purpose of evaluating new motion pictures. The main point of a film festival is to let audiences watch new films. This typically happens before the theatrical release of a film, and it’s a great way to get reviews...
Having an Impact on an Audience as an Actor
One of the most compelling parts of being an actor is the idea of making a real impact on your audience. Therefore, causing an audience to be physically or emotionally moved by a performance is a large goal for most actors. Resonating with your audience and leaving a lasting impact on them is a massive...
How to Edit Your Own Showreel like a Pro
With the importance of a showreel in the acting industry, you want to ensure that you make your showreel the best that it can be. Showreels are typically about 5 minutes long and contain clips of past work. The clips you choose to show should be your best performances in the most compelling scenes. ...
Why Choose Our Slick Back & Relax Package
For any performer looking to add onto their showreel, look no further than Slick Showreel’s Slick Back & Relax package. Slick Showreels has been making top-quality showreel scenes for actors and any performer for a decade. We produce these scenes from scratch, starting from writing scripts to full post-production. The Slick Back &...
How to Get into Acting Later in Life
Many people dream of becoming an actor. There seems to be a stigma that people who are older cannot get into acting, but that is simply not true. No matter your age, you can take steps to dive into an acting career. Everyone should feel inspired to follow their dreams, especially if you are discovering...
An Actor’s Showreel is Often the First Thing That Employers Will Look At
A top-notch actor’s showreel is the key to getting your foot in the door. Whether they are being viewed by producers, casting directors, or agents, a showreel is designed to give potential employers a tangible example of an actor’s skills. An actor’s showreel is a cover letter or resumé in a visual format, typically...