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On Tears, Trust, and the Truth Beneath Performance
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....
Iwata Sam
Aug 292 min read


Between Precision and Ambiguity: On Finding Your Film Style
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...
Iwata Sam
Aug 272 min read


The AI Revolution Is Not a Utopia—It’s a Warning
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...
Iwata Sam
Aug 222 min read


Missing London, but Celebrating Rankin from Afar
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...
Iwata Sam
Apr 291 min read


Bridging Wisdom and Action in Collaborative Filmmaking
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,...
Iwata Sam
Apr 271 min read


A Cinematic Exploration of AI Risks
I recently watched Writing Doom, a short film by Suzy Shepherd. This award-winning film explores the dangers of artificial...
Iwata Sam
Feb 81 min read


From Hollywood Hills to Australian Shores
I’m thrilled to share that I received my Australia 408 Entertainment Working Visa yesterday! This milestone marks a turning point:...
Iwata Sam
Feb 72 min read


How 'Anora' Reflects My Creative Aspirations
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,...
Iwata Sam
Feb 32 min read


Twin Ties: A Heartfelt Journey in "Over the Board"
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...
Iwata Sam
Jan 302 min read
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