A brief powerpoint on the early life of Steven Spielberg. His notable films and some very effective film making techniques that define his directing talent.

1. Steven Spielberg
By Ryan Still
Director, Screenwriter and
Producer.

2. Early Years
• Used to make short “adventure” films with his
friends and even charged 25 cent admission to
these home films whilst his sister sold popcorn.
• At the age of sixteen Spielberg had just made a
feature length film, which will later inspire Close
Encounters
• He worked on many TV films before working on
his debut film The Sugarland Express.

3. - Massively over-budget
- Prior to shooting, Many actors involved in the film could
not believe the ideas Spielberg had in mind for the film.
- Set the bar for all blockbuster action and adventure films
Roy Schieder Richard dreyfussRobert shaw Peter benchley Lorraine gary Carl gottlieb

4. - Considered to be the most realistic
portrayal of war.
- Initial omahaha landing scene had it’s own,
$12 million budget
- Roughly thirty amputees were used in the
making of the scene
Tom Hanks Vin Diesel Matt Damon Giovanni Ribisi Bryan Cranston

5. Liam Neeson Ralph Fiennes
Ben Kingsley
Spielberg considers
Schindler an “enigma”

6. Filming Techniques
Dolly Zoom: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=svEPWB
xpYjoJaws +
Goodfellas
Use Of an Object/prop:
Omaha Beach scene
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCEFOx5Hc2Y