Alexander Mackendrick was the director of Whisky Galore! (1949), The Man in the White Suit (1951), and The Ladykillers (1955). He taught film at Cal Arts from 1969 to 1993 and this book is a compilation of his teaching notes, edited by Paul Cronin. You’ll find inspiring guidance to paste on your “writer’s wall” and tons of tips from a master director on all aspects of pre-production, production, and post-production. This is an entertaining read full of great advice for all filmmakers at any stage of their careers.