Directing Actors
Creating Memorable Performances for Film and Television

This is MY FAVORITE book on not only directing, but acting as well. I think it is a MUST-READ for all directors and actors alike. No matter where you are in your career or training, whether you're in film school or acting school or in high school, in Hollywood or Bollywood, American or Armenian, you......more

Soooo useful. Gives me a lot more confidence for approaching the craft of directing actors. Some golden advice, communicated very clearly and understandably, from someone who has obviously had years of experience in this craft. Highly recommend for any aspiring director but also actor!......more

This book. I don't even know where to begin. It's not just that reading this book has made me a better director; I think it's made me a better person. I've caught myself using some of her principles of connection and communication in my day-to-day life. It's no exaggeration to say that this book has......more

Honestly the best book there is about directing. My teacher recommended this book to us and i would too suggest every director and especially everyone who desire to become a director to read this (not bad for actors either). I really enjoyed reading Weston's book and learned a lot.......more

The bible for aspiring screenwriters, directors, and actors. Seriously: the amount of knowledge and insights she packs in one book is astounding. Script analysis, emotional beats, subtext—all those concepts that tend to be vaguely defined, she thoroughly explores, illuminating all of their depth. Lu......more