Student Testimonials

Tom Kane taught me everything I know, but not everything he knows.

- Jon Kilik, Producer "THE HUNGER GAMES"

"The content Tom presented in The Workshop is better than anything I learned about Producing in Film School.  It's practical and most importantly it's Real World Film Production information.  Very funny anecdotes too."

- H. DiNatale, Portland, OR

"You can find a lot of books about production by people who sound like they know what they're talking about, but have never been on a set. You can go to a lot of seminars conducted by people who've never made a serious movie. I am sure they're all well meaning, but there's no substitute for real 'high-end' experience."

"Tom Kane makes you feel like you're there, making a real movie. He takes you through the 'nuts and bolts' of setting up, from script breakdowns to location scouting. He explains how a professional set works, and cautions you about critical pitfalls. And, with his seemingly infinite anecdotes, he makes the learning fun."

- C. Denke, Seattle, WA

"Tom, I've just finished one of the biggest campaigns in the country for which I was production manager for and to tell you the truth your teachings really REALLY helped, especially the notes on the side that you gave us about budgets: negotiate 10% less, meet with people personally, etc."

- L. Hernandez, Dominican Republic

"Enjoyed the Workshop.  As a current film student, it helped me to understand certain aspects of Production that I often overlooked.  I appreciate Tom"s perspective and the experience he brings to the table."

- Andrew Koraleski, Portland, OR

"There's no doubt that taking your workshop played a large role in getting my first job as a production coordinator on a feature film. I highly recommend this course to anyone seriously desiring to break into film production and move up that career ladder!"

- D. Shavelson, New York City

"Now I know the important factors to get a movie of my own started! If you teach another course, I'll be there. Thanks!"

- M. Painter, Ashland, OR

"This course is one of the only Workshops that truly offers a play by play of  production notes for the business of making movies.  We are leaving this Workshop armed with a comprehensive production outline, methodology, and professional attitude for approaching future Film Production endeavors."

- M. Lay, Portland, OR

"What I liked about the class was the overall knowledge imparted, the detailed focus on each aspect, and how to make the info applicable. Thank you, Tom!"

- V. Lee, New York City

"I loved your Film Production Workshop and found it to be extremely informative. I've used the principals in every video job I've done! The DVD is a brilliant step and I will certainly recommend it to anyone I come in contact with who's interested in producing."

- Melissa Steineger, Portland, OR

"So great to finally have a chance to view your clips. BRAVO! What a fabulous resource, and I love your website, too. I wish I had these when I taught in college film classes. Not sure if there's much out there like this. Really great!"

- Kathy Barbini, Los Angeles

"The anecdotes were great - specific examples relating to the [course] material were very helpful. The entire breakdown of the script to budget was also enlightening."

- C. Wood, Ashland, OR

"Great class, worth it's time and money.  I feel a lot more confident about working as a Producer, UPM, or AD."

- Y. Porter, Portland, OR

"I enjoyed Tom Kane's Film Workshop very much!  To me, an up and coming Producer, the professional knowledge and experience he shared was invaluable."

-J. Jenkins, Portland, OR

"Insights from a veteran in the field like these are indispensable. Humorous anecdotes keep the workshop lively."

- Vincent Schroder, The Netherlands

"Tom's Workshop was informative and engaging.  Every minute of the 3 Day Workshop was valuable.  If I day dreamed for any period of time, I would miss something!  Not to mention, he kept things fun and interesting the entire time."

- S. Chipowsky, Portland, OR

"One should be aware that this workshop will take away your motivation to do amateur films. You feel professional. No book, no course, no teacher can prepare you like that in 3 days. Tom Kane can."

- Johanna Huebner, Germany

"I'm going to recommend this Workshop to other filmmakers.  I feel I have many more skills and it was only 3 Days!"

  - C. Jayawardena, Portland, OR

"Tom's workshop takes you to a whole new movie making experience."

"Through all his lively anecdotes/stories and Tom's immense experience, you get a good idea (picture) of what an AD, UPM, 2nd AD, and Producer actually does on the set."

"Thanks again for a great workshop!!! It was as if I was really there on a film set!!! Hearing all your stories, in's and out's, warnings, experiences, I could see it happening in front of my eyes!"

- Zaid Stokman, The Netherlands

"Tom helped create an excellent overall perspective on the Film Production process - peppered with enlightening insights on dealing with challenges and adversity.  Very useful in de-mystifying a process that is usually held tightly by insiders.  It ended too soon!"

- V. Gilbert, Portland, OR

"Tom Kane's workshop is filled with practical information. The skills learned in this workshop is directly transferable to practical situations when working on a production."

- The Netherlands

"Don't know of another Workshop where practical AD/UPM information is shared in conjunction real world studio information."

- Dave Sharkey, Seattle, WA

"The Workshop gives Film Production nuts and bolts from an experienced film maker who knows all the support roles that make things happen.  It's advantageous to have so much experience presented in a compressed weekend format where working people can appreciate."

- L. Cicada, Portland, OR