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MIKEL J. WISLER
A Storyteller's Quest for Meaning
Meaningful Science Fiction for a Better Future


The Evolution of Short Films Part 2
This month I'm releasing a free crash course on making better short films in the age of online media, social networks, and smartphones....


The Evolution of Short Films Part 1
YouTube has not been around for that long. But it sure has become a regular part of many people's daily lives. But one of the most...


Return to Citywide Blackout on WEMF
Last week, I had the privilege of being a being a guest on Citywide Blackout on WEMF Radio. It was my second appearance on the show. My...


Embracing Limitations In Art and Life
Limitations can really suck. Especially if you have big ideas. It doesn't matter if you're an artist, an entrepreneur, or just trying to...


Shut Up and Shoot. You're Not Making a Masterpiece.
"I'm here to make a masterpiece," said the director. The room was stone still with awkward silence. I can't recall much of what the...


Sometimes I Miss Cine Lenses
I was reading the latest issue of American Cinematographer the other day. In particular, I was reading about Arrival. I always have a...


The Joys of Pre-Rigging
I don't always get the luxury of having a set to light well in advance of shooting a project, either as director or as cinematographer....


Speaking at the Mini Maker Faire @ Barnes & Noble
I'm not quite done with Barnes and Noble in Hingham. I've been invited to be part of their 2016 Mini Maker Faire. I will be speaking on...

His sees a film of himself committing that hasn’t happened yet.
Can it be changed?
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