Hi, I’m Peter D. Marshall and I’ve worked (and survived) in the Film/TV industry for over 50 years: as a Film Director, TV Producer, First AD, Creative Consultant and Directing Coach. (See IMDb Credits.)

In 1999, I started ActionCutPrint as a film directing resource for Independent Filmmakers featuring online movie making courses, film directing articles, film and television books and filmmaking workshops. You can contact me at: pdm@actioncutprint.com

“Take 3: My Notes on Directing Actors“
https://filmdirectingcoach.substack.com

“Take 3: My Notes on Directing Actors” is a working filmmaker’s creative notebook. Not just for me, but for YOU as well. It’s a creative space for practical observations, hard-earned lessons, and honest conversations about the craft of directing actors for Short Films, Indie Films, Studio Features, TV Series, Vertical Dramas, and Commercials.
https://filmdirectingcoach.substack.com

I have developed several filmmaking workshops that I have presented over the past 20 years (Singapore, Auckland, Shanghai, Beijing, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Haiti, Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, Regina.) I was also the directing instructor at the Shanghai Vancouver Film School from 2015-2023

I offer Film Directing Coaching services via Zoom. So why hire me as your film directing coach? Along with my international teaching experiences and my 50 years of professional filmmaking experience (as a TV Director and Feature 1st AD), I feel I have the necessary qualifications to help you achieve your dreams of being a creative and successful independent film director.

Please Download(pdf) my Complete Film and Educational Resume

I am also the author of the film directing book, Making the Magic Happen: The Art and Craft of Film Directing published by Michael Wiese Productions. You can preview the book on Amazon.com.