Hitchcock University: A Free Film School

414 - No Actor is Perfect (Some Like it Hot)

In this class session, Billy gives us a lot to think about. From the trick to dealing with every actor, even the most difficult, to comic timing, to what not to show an audience.

413 - Billy the Architect (Witness for the Prosecution)

In this class session, Billy gives us his thoughts on story structure, and tells us what he wanted from actors.

412 - A Partnership Forms (Love in the Afternoon)

In this class session, Billy tells us all about the man he was born to collaborate with, and how that collaboration went well beyond the writer's room.

411-What is Photographable (The Spirit of St Louis)

In this class session, Billy shows us why some stories just aren't made for the screen.

410-Don't Go to Pieces (The Seven Year Itch)

In this class session, Billy teaches us why harder might be smarter.

409-Blood, Sweat, and Fake Illness (Sabrina)

In this class session, Billy teaches us about persistence and closeups.

408-I Said You Can, That Doesn't Mean You Have To (Stalag 17)

In this class session, Billy teaches us the importance of decision-making.

407-Tugging on One End of a Rope (Ace in the Hole)

In this class session, Billy teaches us about what is needed for great collaboration, and why too much control will hurt you.

406-Grab 'Em By the Throat (Sunset Boulevard)

In this class session, Billy teaches us not only how to grab an audience's attention from the fade up, but also how to help keep them there.

405-When You Need it Most (The Lost Weekend)

In this class session, Billy gives us insight on three key aspects of visual storytelling.