How to Interview Celebrities for Documentary - *Best Tips For Better Stories* | MuseStorytelling.com

[@travisminneapolis]

Fun seeing the BTS and your talking about the creator process. You don't talk like "our videographers are shooting people to look amazing", you're speaking like "our DP crafted the light to bring the story out of our talent". Essentially the same action, but way more powerful language. I love it.

[@MuseStorytelling]

For sure. The language creates meaning, and the meaning creates or erases value. Subtle word changes can make a world of a difference. Appreciate you picking up on that.

[@DANAMIONLINE]

These tips and more I've learned from you all over the years create results, such as my client recently saying, "I feel like I'm talking to a friend during this interview." The biggest thing I've learned throughout interviewing is that it's an opportunity to be a listener. Think about it, most of our daily conversations are comments back and back forth, not questions asking to seek understanding. The conversation I have during the interview is partly why I create docs, to connect with others.

[@MuseStorytelling]

Very much agree. You and me (Patrick) both. We’re very happy to hear you’re getting results and that quote is amazing. Congratulations on putting in the time and getting some awesome results

[@facundocampos]

@DANAMI with the facts!

[@Beaukester]

I love seeing these come together! You’re always a wealth of knowledge… on and off set! Thank you my friend!!

[@MuseStorytelling]

Why thank you Beau - this may also be related to how epic the light is on you when your talking, but whatever it is, super happy you enjoyed :)

[@Beaukester]

Not gonna lie, thelighting was indeed epic! But this was a great video that I’m sure fellow filmmakers will learn a lot from 🙌🏻

[@CPtheCreator]

You're absolutely right. It's not easy to document the documentary. This was amazing info you gave here! THANK YOU!

[@MuseStorytelling]

Thank you for taking a moment to share that

[@christiaanblok2598]

Thanks for making this!

[@tiagorocha78]

Loved this content, Patrick. This is the tool I'm most curious about mastering. Getting that more profound connection to reach for deeper emotions. The way you stop Romero from quick answering and getting to grab more emotional info before responding is impressive.

[@MuseStorytelling]

Thank you Tiago. It sure does take time to get really comfortable with the craft of interviewing and gaining that instinct to know when are where you can do deeper and when it’s best to move on and circle back later. Glad to hear this was helpful for you!

[@befree4223]

Gr8 ideas .. I love that you keep the authenticity as the center of the story - truth is the last great discipline.. it truly is key .. huge thanks!

[@MuseStorytelling]

And it also shall set us apart - the ability to create and bring authenticity to the screen - in the age of AI

[@befree4223]

@@MuseStorytelling so right, as effective as AI is, it is limited in common sense .. cheers

[@SaltEarthandSun]

Great work Patrick. :) Loved everything except the strong sense of anxiety your hectic browser tabs instil. 😂

[@MuseStorytelling]

Ha, darn. You caught me :) and that’s one of three browsers like that rolling at any one time

[@ActiveTowns]

Thanks, Patrick. Very helpful tips that I will strive to bring to my interviews on the Channel. Cheers! John

[@MuseStorytelling]

So happy to hear it’s helpful!

[@brignole]

I learn a lot from your courses and videos, thanks for keep doing this videos, every time I learn something useful.

[@MuseStorytelling]

That’s the dream - so happy to hear it’s valuable

[@edit70]

I am heartened by your journey over the years. Thanks for sharing it. Nice jacket!

[@MuseStorytelling]

It’s been a wild ride!

[@KevinJacobsen]

Another great video with important, practical tips. Thank you!

[@MuseStorytelling]

Thank you Kevin. Also, impressed you have room for more learning after our last week together :)

[@EstephaniaLeBaron-Rios]

I really love these videos. You guys have the best content on YT! Your course are incredible too!

[@MuseStorytelling]

Wow wow wow that is so amazing to hear :) Just wait to see what we have in story for the upcoming World-Changing Filmmaker!

[@HollywoodReal]

Nice job Patrick!🎬

[@MuseStorytelling]

Always great to hear from you Jay!

[@ThisisMoMedia]

Been watching these videos since the Stillmotion days and I still learn something new every time! Thanks for this, guys.

[@MuseStorytelling]

Always amazing to hear that :)

[@Deep-Travel]

This is awesome. Thanks for sharing. It is priceless.

[@amazofilms]

Fabulous, thank you very much for all the teaching you share with us, greetings from Bogota, Colombia.

[@MuseStorytelling]

Hello there! Appreciate you watching. We have wanted to get down to Bogota, Colombia and do a YT episode there :) Hopefully soon.

[@rickh4694]

Great approach to storytelling, any art form and to life. Lean into it.

[@MuseStorytelling]

Very true. That Ali quote is 🔥

[@storyofthelotus4707]

It’s crazy to think you only had 12 minutes with DJ Khaled yet so many great things to say that made it in the sizzle

[@MuseStorytelling]

Some say a heck of a lot of intention can go a long way :) Also, thanks for helping us put this episode together Sarah!

[@SplashFireFilms]

this is Epic

[@nitch3304]

Patrick, this was a fabulous clip with some beautiful insight. 🙏🙏I have a question. When you interview someone, and they let down their guard, how do you manage how the end content? I'm sure there are times when an interviewee has opened up, and yet it either doesn't feel fitting to share, or the interviewee doesn't want it shared. I suppose that also comes down to great empathy and connection with the person.

[@MuseStorytelling]

Great question. What we touched on in the end of the film is key here - when you are truly there with them and it doesn't feel like there is another agenda, it goes a long way in having their support to then share and parts of their story forward. Another thing that is key is to show appreciation when you are done - so I will always take the time to privately thank them for their vulnerability, explain why that matters to strong storytelling, and ladder back to the larger why - the impact we are all trying to have with the story we are telling. Taking this time to ensure they know that what they shared is in sake of something larger goes a long way in having their full support to make the film how you best see fit. Hope that helps!

[@nitch3304]

@@MuseStorytelling thanks for the very detailed reply. Much appreciated🙏 Love your generous sharing of valuable content.

[@Rahproductionsmiami]

🔥 ❤❤❤

[@MuseStorytelling]

Appreciate you, friend!

[@davidmorefield]

I really value what your team is sharing here. As a doc/corporate dp in Orlando I’m frequently on these gigs where the technical abilities aren’t enough. You’re there to get the emotion. I follow you guys on ig and now a new subscriber here as well. Lmk if you have a need for interview coverage in central Fl. 🤙🏻

[@MuseStorytelling]

Thanks do much for sharing. We'd suggest that technical abilities should never be enough - our true value is in our perspective and unique approach. Appreciate your offer for interview support.

[@patrickfalls6819]

Is the BTS footage included in the course?

[@blukameramedia3194]

I'm currently working on a doc and there will be celebrities in the film being interviewed - no one A list, but celebrity enough to go through their representation. I'm curious in this situation for your doc, did you pay these celebrities? I know you mentioned in the video that you had Arnold and Khaled for 10 mins - is that because that's what the budget could afford of their time? Is that because they gave you 10 mins for free and anything longer they'd charge for? A few local filmmakers say they never pay for interviews due to journalistic integrity, but if that celebrity is key to your story, how do you navigate that? Thanks! Love this video and all the content.

[@moonrise_media]

Great great insight, but seriously not a fan of the seesaw BTS camera, sorry! :D Loved the way DJ Khaled just opened up & became bright when you said about the underlying story of people being told No. He was like, "SQUIRREL!".

[@MuseStorytelling]

To be fair, Tristan hadn't watched the 'how to shoot handheld' tutorial yet :) Thanks for checking out the vid Will!