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In conversation with focus puller Emma Friend

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66 minutes

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Apr 27, 2022

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Today's episode features Focus Puller Emma Friend. Emma is an extremely experienced 1st AC, and she talks to me about her journey, working with operators, navigating actors and directors, staying calm in stressful situations and lots of other techinical aspects of being a solid focus puller. https://www.instagram.com/emski25/

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Apr 27, 2022

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Conversations with women working in the camera department in all different stages of their careers, sharing their stories and experiences. Hosted by camera operator Tanya Marar. Instagram - @conversations_with_camerawomen

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In conversation with focus puller Emma Friend

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