• 2014
  • TV-PG
  • 1h
The Chair

Summary Follows two first-time directors who are given the opportunity to direct separate films adapted from the same original screenplay. View more details

  • 2014
  • TV-PG
  • 1h

The Chair

Directed : Unknown

Written : Unknown

Stars : Zachary Quinto Shane Dawson A.M. Lukas Neal Dodson

All cast & crew

7.7

Details

Genres : Documentary

Release date : Sep 5, 2014

Countries of origin : United States

Language : English

Filming locations : Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Production companies : Before The Door Pictures Media Farm Red Sky Pictures

Summary Follows two first-time directors who are given the opportunity to direct separate films adapted from the same original screenplay. View more details

Details

Genres : Documentary

Release date : Sep 5, 2014

Countries of origin : United States

Language : English

Filming locations : Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Production companies : Before The Door Pictures Media Farm Red Sky Pictures

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Episodes

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Episode 1 • Sep 05, 2014
The Experiment
Two first-time directors, each starting with the same screenplay and budget, struggle to shape the script to fit their vision. Shane Dawson, a YouTube star, prefers a raunchier comedic style, whereas Anna Martemucci, an independent filmmaker, hires her husband and brother-in-law to help rewrite the script. Shane heads to Pittsburgh for pre-production while Anna fears leaving on this journey by herself.
Episode 2 • Sep 12, 2014
Dollars & Decisions
Securing financing for each independent movie proves to be challenging for Executive Producer Chris Moore. With the money issues looming, Shane questions if his film will actually get made as an important location falls out. Anna wrestles with time-management and receives some unexpected news about a key hire.
Episode 3 • Sep 19, 2014
Mentionable Is Manageable
After word gets out in Pittsburgh that Shane's script contains raunchy content, locations and casting become more challenging for Shane, as he must decide whether to censor himself or deal with the consequences. Anna blocks the producers from her casting session only to experience growing pains as first-time director working with actors. She also struggles to cast the male-lead in her film.
Episode 4 • Sep 26, 2014
The Ramp Up
As the teams head into their final week of pre-production, casting dilemmas loom for both Shane and Anna. Table reads for both teams lead to worries about story and if their individual interpretations of Dan Schoffer's original script are ready for filming. Anna's tension with the documentary crew continues when her husband, Victor, arrives. Executive Producer Chris Moore secures financing for production to begin.
Episode 5 • Oct 03, 2014
Picture's Up
It's the first day on set for both movies. Anna battles confidence issues, as she finds herself leaning more on Phil for support and guidance. Shane attempts to balance his directing duties with the demands of playing Scott, who is not the type of character he is used to playing. Meanwhile, the screenwriter Dan struggles to find a role on both sets.
Episode 6 • Oct 10, 2014
Movin' On
As both films hit the halfway mark in their production, Anna finds it difficult to manage her time on set and make her days. Shane struggles to play the lead role of Scott, and producers worry that Shane may be resorting to what he knows best.
Episode 7 • Oct 17, 2014
Making Your Days
The productions shoot at two iconic Pittsburgh locations: Heinz Field and Carrie Furnace. Fatigue threatens Shane's health and leads to tension with is producing partner, Lauren. Anna navigates the difficulties of directing and acting, simultaneously. Phil juggles his roles as actor, co-producer and brother-in-law.
Episode 8 • Oct 24, 2014
Two Martinis
As both teams reach their final days of production, locations and time management remain a challenge. Shane's team provides emotional support as he shaves his head and lets go of the hair style that has been his You Tube hallmark for years. Anna's team pushes through some of the biggest days yet in their schedule, while Anna fights for her way of doing things all the way up to the last take.
Episode 9 • Oct 31, 2014
The Test
As Anna and Shane begin the lonely process of editing, the burdens of final cut become clear. Earlier concerns from producers come back to haunt both movies when Lauren critiques the beats of Shane's story and test audiences are confused by characters in Anna's film. Shane and Anna's potential as directors-for-hire is scrutinized as they respond to notes. Questions of taste and integrity spark unexpected consequences among the producers.
Episode 10 • Nov 07, 2014
Outside the Bubble
Shane digests producers' notes before receiving unexpected news from Chris Moore. Anna works to clarify the characters in her film. Publicity and marketing for both movies gets underway, revealing dramatic differences in Shane and Anna's experience and perception in the public eye. As both films premiere, critics, audiences and Chris Moore weigh in on the results of the experiment. The winner is revealed.
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