A post caught my eye recently: “Making actors cry on set is one of the hardest things I usually face as a director.” Yeah, it’s tough....

The other day, my friend asked me a deceptively simple question: “How do you find your style?” I paused. Not because I didn’t have an...

I don’t want to discourage AI content creators—it’s simply not my cup of tea. But I’m sharing the following to express my existential...

I was ready to book my ticket to London to attend my x-boss Rankin’s exhibition and celebrate his birthday. But by the time my ETA gets...

I once heard someone say, "The older you grow, the wiser you will be." But with time, I’ve come to believe it’s more accurate to say,...

I recently watched Writing Doom, a short film by Suzy Shepherd. This award-winning film explores the dangers of artificial...

I’m thrilled to share that I received my Australia 408 Entertainment Working Visa yesterday! This milestone marks a turning point:...

I spent my weekend engrossed in the film "Anora." If you were to ask me whether I see it as an Oscar contender for Best Picture,...

Just now, I watched a short film that defies the ordinary—it was nothing short of perfection. The title, “Over the Board”, hints at its...

Yesterday, we said goodbye to a true legend. David Lynch, the filmmaker whose unique vision and creativity left a lasting mark on the...

In today's fast-paced digital age, technology has permeated every aspect of our lives, including the world of storytelling. After sharing...

Looking back, I’m grateful that my past has shaped who I am today, but I often wish I had spent more time studying. Maybe then, I’d be...

I was asked the other day how to become a successful cinematographer, also known as a Director of Photography (DOP). For clarity, let’s...

At first glance, the roles of TV commercial directors and film directors might seem similar, but they come with very different challenges...

Well, there are plenty of answers out there, and here is one of mine. Directing is an art and a craft that requires a blend of...

Martin Scorsese once said: "Cinema is a matter of what’s in the frame and what’s out." Here was my answer: First thing, get good at...

Hi there! I'm Iwata Sam, also known as LIU. With over 20 years of experience as a TV commercial director and film writer-director, I've...