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• Movie Review: The Avengers

  Making the Movie

  J. Ott

  7 May 2012 | 6:50 pm

  Well, I'm willing to eat some crow. I said The Avengers would have a lot of hype to live up to, seeing as five movies have been building up to it. Sometimes the exposition of the build-up seemed to cripple those movies, especially Iron Man 2 and Thor. But -- sorry, almighty Thor -- it was worth it. Hype achieved. The prime virtues of The Avengers are old-fashioned: great character work and crackling dialogue. Writer/director Joss Whedon (Zak Penn is also credited on the screenplay) even seems to do some course-correction on the characters he inherited, making them better -- wittier, more…

• Wrapping up a Film Shoot

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  9 May 2012 | 10:00 am

  We've wrapped principal photography for our feature film Resurrection of a Guitar Hero. Over the next couple of weeks, we'll post some photos taken during the film shoot. Let's start with...Date: April 18-21, 2012Film: Resurrection of a Guitar HeroOur first days of filming were with our skeleton crew only; and a few of our actors... Stay tuned for more photos... We'll be posting some for each day of the film shoot within the next couple of weeks.

• Is It The Camera Or Is It The Photographer?

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  10 Mar 2012 | 9:07 am

  Should the photographer or the camera be credited for the quality of a photograph?  The answer to this question seems obvious (to me), yet photographers often encounter statements from people who readily tell them, "I love your pictures, you must have a great camera" or "your photos are beautiful, that expensive (professional) camera is certainly worth what you paid for."  It seems that most

• The 1st Annual Vimeo Festival and Awards

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  Rick Santos

  15 Jul 2010 | 11:28 pm

  There are two weeks left to enter your videos into the first-ever Vimeo Festival and Awards. If your video premiered online within the past two years, you should head over to vimeoawards.com and submit it ASAP! The grand prize includes a $25,000 grant to produce your next film/video. These awards are open to ALL videos [...]

• NAB 2012 – Shane Hurlbut discusses the Canon D1

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  info@filmmakingcentral.com (David Basulto)

  20 Apr 2012 | 8:57 am

  When you roam the floors at NAB you will at times run into some pretty great people. Shane Hurlbut, cinematographer of such films as Terminator Salvation and Act of Valor, was being interviewed by an Asian fellow. So what did I do? I started filming this too! He discussed his love of the Canon D1 and why he hasn't used the C300 yet. Check out his site at Hurlbutvisuals.com Enjoy

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• CBS's 2012-13 Lineup: The Complete List

  Tim Molloy

  16 May 2012 | 2:39 pm

  CBS announced its 2012-13 schedule Wednesday. For some analysis, click here. For the schedule and show descriptions, read on. CBS 2012-2013 PRIMETIME SCHEDULE (N=New, NT=New Time, all times ET/PT) MONDAY 8:00-8:30 PM              HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER 8:30-9:00 PM              PARTNERS (N) Related Articles:  CBS Moving 'Two and a Half Men' to Thursdays ABC's 2012-13 Lineup: The Complete List read more

• Mary J. Blige Busts Out the Journey in 'Rock of Ages' Clip (Video)

  Tim Kenneally

  16 May 2012 | 2:32 pm

  Mary J. Blige is ready to deliver to you, "Any Way You Want It." The "Be Without You" singer takes on Journey's 1980 chestnut "Any Way You Want It" in a clip from the upcoming star-studded musical "Rock of Ages." The film, which stars Tom Cruise, Julianne Hough, Bryan Cranston, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Alec Baldwin and many others, arrives in theaters June 15. In the meantime, watch Blige channel Steve Perry in the video.   Related Articles:  'Rock of Ages' Broadway Producer Sues Over Movie Version 'Rock of Ages' Trailer…

• Viacom and Time Warner Settle Dispute Over iPad Content Access

  Tim Kenneally

  16 May 2012 | 2:23 pm

  Viacom and Time Warner Cable have decided to play nice once again. The two companies, who sued each other last April over content use for Time Warner's tablet-device app, have reached an agreement to resolve their legal differences. Related Articles:  Google: Viacom 'Secretly Uploaded' Clips to YouTube Consumer Group: Verizon-Time Warner Cable-Cox Joint Venture a 'Template for Cartel' read more

• FilmDistrict Acquires Horror Film 'Oculus'

  Lucas Shaw

  16 May 2012 | 1:24 pm

  Do you believe in haunted mirrors? Film District will try to make you. The financing and distribution company has acquired Intrepid Pictures’ horror flick “Oculus,” which is based on Mike Flanagan’s short film of the same name. Related Articles:  FilmDistrict Names Former MGM, Paramount Exec Jim Orr New Distribution Chief FilmDistrict Locks in 'Lockout' read more

• Fox Taps Louise Kaufman to Run New York PR Shop

  Lucas Shaw

  16 May 2012 | 1:18 pm

  Louise Kaufman will run Fox’s New York PR shop starting May 29, the studio announced Wednesday. Kaufman has spent the last three years on Summit Entertainment’s New York publicity team where she headed the campaigns for the "Twilight" franchise and "The Hurt Locker." Related Articles:  Sarah Greenberg Roberts Seeks to Exit Publicity at Weinstein Co (Exclusive) Juli Goodwin Promoted to Executive VP of Domestic Publicity at Warner Bros. read more

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• Listen To Tom Cruise Cover 'Pour Some Sugar On Me' In First Cut From 'Rock Of Ages' Soundtrack

  Oliver Lyttelton

  16 May 2012 | 2:40 pm

  Confession time: certain members of staff, and by 'certain,' we mean 'one,' and by 'members of staff,' we mean, uh, me, are secretly quite excited about summer musical "Rock of Ages." It's either going to be a knowing guilty pleasure, or a unintentionally funny train wreck, but either way, we'll wager it''ll be a lot more fun than the po-faced likes of "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter" or "Total Recall." And the appeal of A-listers donning fright wigs and putting on a power ballad karaoke show is a pretty solid one,…

• First Look: Mark Ruffalo, Gwyneth Paltrow, Tim Robbins In Sex-Addiction Comedy-Drama ‘Thanks For Sharing'

  Oliver Lyttelton

  16 May 2012 | 2:19 pm

  All it takes is one little film to bust down a taboo, and so it's seemingly been done with Steve McQueen's "Shame." The critically-acclaimed drama was a rare picture to tackle the question of sex addiction, and while it hasn't quite opened the floodgates, it's made it easier for other filmmakers to tackle the subject matter. For one, Gary Oldman says he's got a project revolving around the condition that he might direct. And for another, there's "Thanks For Sharing," which marks the directorial debut of Stuart Blumberg, the Oscar-nominated co-writer…

• First Look: Shia LaBeouf In 'The Necessary Death of Charlie Countryman'

  Oliver Lyttelton

  16 May 2012 | 2:00 pm

  Now that he's exited the "Transformers" franchise, Shia LaBeouf is trying to carve out a new reputation as a respectable, adult lead. He's had hits outside the toy-based series with films like "Disturbia," but the actor's clearly after a little more respect, and he's been making some smart choices of late, with John Hillcoat's "Lawless," which premieres this weekend at Cannes, and Robert Redford's "The Company You Keep" among his upcoming projects. And the film he's shooting at the moment seems to be another pitch at more…

• Wes Anderson Halfway Done With His Next Screenplay; Will Be Set In Europe

  Edward Davis

  16 May 2012 | 1:52 pm

  Wes Anderson's latest picture, "Moonrise Kingdom," is being described by some as a "charming evocation of childhood," a "tender triumph of design, decor and rich emotion" by us (read our review here), and a return to live-action form by some after a few years of what many have called uneven missteps. So what's the Houston, Texas-born director going to do for an encore? Well, the 43-year-old auteur has been living in Paris for the last few years and now splits his time between the The City of Light and New York, so it's probably only fitting…

• 'Shame' Star James Badge Dale In Talks To Play Villain In 'Iron Man 3'

  Oliver Lyttelton

  16 May 2012 | 1:19 pm

  The success of "The Avengers" doesn't seem to have made Marvel complacent when it comes to landing top-flight talent for their upcoming projects, even if it's presumably at their usual cut-price rate. The company, flush from their first billion-dollar hit, are gearing up to shoot "Iron Man 3," directed by "Kiss Kiss Bang Bang" helmer Shane Black, in the next few weeks, and have assembled an impressive haul of talent to join the returning trio of Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow and Don Cheadle. First there was Ben Kingsley as an unnamed villain. Then it…

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• Film Day 2 - Wet and Muddy

  15 May 2012 | 8:30 am

  Date: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 Film: Resurrection of a Guitar HeroDay 2... Where did all the nice weather go from a couple weeks back? Another day primarily outside. This time in muddy fields. (Many a crew member was thankful for those rubber boots.) Looking forward to Day 3 and a set indoors. Missed the photos for the other film days? Check them out at: Film Day 1

• Film Day 1 - At the Witch's Lair

  11 May 2012 | 8:30 am

  Date: Monday, April 23, 2012 Film: Resurrection of a Guitar HeroOur first day with full crew... The daily call sheet said it was going to rain this day. Still, we were all hoping for the better weather. It seems that the Special Effects Unit had other ideas, giving us lots of cold and rain. (Please note the hats and gloves.) Did we mention that we were filming at the Hex Compound? (By the way, this movie's a modern rock 'n roll fairy tale. And in fairy tales, you've got to have a witch. The name of our witch is the Hex.) Kinda fitting weather for the day, wouldn't you say?

• Wrapping up a Film Shoot

  9 May 2012 | 10:00 am

  We've wrapped principal photography for our feature film Resurrection of a Guitar Hero. Over the next couple of weeks, we'll post some photos taken during the film shoot. Let's start with...Date: April 18-21, 2012Film: Resurrection of a Guitar HeroOur first days of filming were with our skeleton crew only; and a few of our actors... Stay tuned for more photos... We'll be posting some for each day of the film shoot within the next couple of weeks.

• No Ordinary Guitar

  21 Apr 2012 | 9:30 am

  Be careful... It may look harmless but that's no ordinary guitar. It's enchanted...Yes, it's all about our upcoming feature film project... A modern-day fairy tale... about a rock band.The title of the movie is Resurrection of a Guitar Hero. The basic premise is this: A guitarist -- almost-superstar Jimi Lazer, on the verge of success -- makes a deal with a witch. He buys an enchanted guitar that, when played, is supposed to bring him 30 years of fame. When he realizes the price, he tries to back out... only to find out there is no turning back.Jim goes into hiding and dismantles the guitar…

• A Few Guitars

  4 Apr 2012 | 9:20 am

  We are gearing up for principal photography for our newest feature film: Resurrection of a Guitar Hero. Here are some shots taken during a few of our camera tests...(In case you can't tell, the movie involves guitars.) Sign up for updates about this film... Go to http://bit.ly/roghupdates

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• SeeFlik Offers Biannual Filmmaking Competition... With Cash Prizes!

  4 May 2012 | 5:13 am

  In recent times there certainly hasn't been any shortage of filmmaking competitions with cash prizes. However this has largely been driven by marketing agencies and their big brand clients, who realised a while back that there's a huge talent pool out there hungry for exposure.

• The Shaky Cam Trend

  20 Apr 2012 | 5:13 am

  There is probably no more reviled filming technique than the "shaky cam", or the vomit cam as it is derisively referred to by those that it sends running from the movie theaters with hands pressed over mouth.

• Greeting Cards for Movie People

  17 Apr 2012 | 5:13 am

  For when a regular greeting card just isn't right, Joan Philo has created a range of cards with filmmaking themes to allow you to congratulate everyone on your team.

• How Long Should Your Short Be?

  14 Mar 2012 | 5:13 am

  How long should your short be? An interesting question. Obviously this is determined to a large degree by the story you are trying to tell, and the way in which you want to tell it. But if you are hoping to also have your film reach the widest possible audience, the length of your film should also be set with the restrictions and realities of the potential outlets in mind.

• Editing Dialogue Tutorial: How to Edit a Dialogue Scene

  2 Mar 2012 | 4:13 am

  Ruan Lotter runs a YouTube channel called Tunnelviziontv which contains a number of interesting tutorials, product tests, and other stuff of interest to indie filmmakers. Here's a great tutorial on dialogue editing to start:

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• Cannes Jury Talks 'Taboo,' Women Filmmakers and Flirting With Oscar - Movieline

  16 May 2012 | 1:53 pm

  CBS NewsCannes Jury Talks 'Taboo,' Women Filmmakers and Flirting With OscarMovieline"But this is a great springboard for new filmmakers to be noticed." "On the one hand it's ridiculous to say one film is better than another," said juror Alexander Payne about picking winners, himself an Oscar winner this year for The Descendants.Ewan McGregor praises standard of Cannes entriesWalesOnlineall 172 news articles »

• Nadine Labaki asks Where Do We Go Now? Lebanon's problems through the eyes of ... - Canada.com

  16 May 2012 | 1:18 pm

  Nadine Labaki asks Where Do We Go Now? Lebanon's problems through the eyes of Canada.comIn the Lebanon of filmmaker Nadine Labaki, it's the women who change things. Her acclaimed debut, the 2007 movie Caramel, was about a group of women in a beauty parlour who faced universal themes - love, aging, sexuality - without any reference to the and more »

• 6 Filmmaking Tips From Steven Spielberg - Film School Rejects

  16 May 2012 | 1:01 pm

  6 Filmmaking Tips From Steven SpielbergFilm School RejectsWith a giant pile of movies to his name, Steven Spielberg has the considerable honor of being the only filmmaker who makes entertainment that's massively popular, critically acclaimed and decade-enduring. It's an illusive triumvirate.

• Filmmakers Spotlight: Interview with Di Koob of LIKING MEN - Disarray Magazine

  16 May 2012 | 11:30 am

  Disarray MagazineFilmmakers Spotlight: Interview with Di Koob of LIKING MENDisarray MagazineThis week's Filmmakers Spotlight focuses on Di Koob, writer, producer and actor of LIKING MEN. Learn more about the inspiration behind the film, Koob's goals, lessons and upcoming projects. Tell us a little bit about your project and how long you've

• Hidden Truth: Women Filmmakers Share Stories in Zambia - National Geographic

  16 May 2012 | 9:14 am

  Hidden Truth: Women Filmmakers Share Stories in ZambiaNational GeographicTo amend this power imbalance and to help amplify their voices, Camfed – a charity that provides education for young girls in rural Africa – began training some as filmmakers. It was a process that showed how this kind of storytelling can help

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• Pinewood returns with new expansion plans

  16 May 2012 | 1:07 pm

  PINEWOOD Studios has announced new plans for a major expansion - with no mention of a housing development this time around.

• Pinewood Studios Mulls Development Options Amid Rising Competition

  16 May 2012 | 6:59 am

  U.K. studio complex operator Pinewood Shepperton said Wednesday that it is evaluating the future development of Pinewood Studios with local and national politicians and partners, as well as content producers, saying that "without major investment, Pinewood Studios cannot remain globally competitive." It cited the need to respond to "the changing ... (more)

• Pay Rs 49! Get 99% off on Animation Course worth Rs 10000 at Animizm

  16 May 2012 | 2:12 am

  The deal includes: 10 day certificate Animation Course Animizm is a pioneer in the field of animation and special effects 10 days certificate course in Fundamentals of Animation & Film Making which covers the art, tradition animation, live action shoot and also gives you hands on practice on computer based softwares used for Animation, VFX & Film ... (more)

• RGV's DEPARTMENT to democratize filmmaking techniques? - News

  15 May 2012 | 9:49 am

  Trust Ram Gopal Varma to unravel a new craft in film making every time he comes with a new film in the market and DEPARTMENT is no exception.

• Cannes film festival is courting American and Indian films

  15 May 2012 | 4:35 am

  Now this is not a scene from Armageddon - a group of scientists is being trained by NASA that will set into space, land on an.. Should you fail to pay your income taxes, conceal your income or present false evidence, prepare for a seven-year-long stay behind.. India's 'god of cricket' is going to feature on the cover of TIME magazine's next ... (more)

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• RGV's DEPARTMENT to democratize filmmaking techniques?

  16 May 2012 | 6:50 am

  Trust Ram Gopal Varma to unravel a new craft in film making every time he comes with a new film in the market and DEPARTMENT is no exception. It would be the first film in all probability where the lead actors or rather all the performers have enacted the role assigned to them without talking into the camera.DEPARTMENT has democratized the art of cinematography by introducing a series of cameras ...

• Spacey debuts new short film

  15 May 2012 | 6:49 am

  Actor and director Kevin Spacey said he sees opportunity for expanding film making in Africa, Asia and Europe.

• UCOL students prepare for fast and furious film-making

  15 May 2012 | 12:00 am

  Film-making will be more frantic than ever for UCOL Bachelor of Applied Visual Imaging and video diploma students this weekend.

• Kevin Spacey debuts South African short

  13 May 2012 | 1:52 pm

  U.S. actor and director Kevin Spacey said he sees opportunity for expanding film making in Africa, Asia and Europe.

• Kevin Spacey debuts South African short film

  13 May 2012 | 4:31 am

  U.S. actor and director Kevin Spacey said he sees opportunity for expanding film making in Africa, Asia and Europe.

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• NAB 2012 – Adobe CS6 Discussion with Ellen Wixted

  info@filmmakingcentral.com (David Basulto)

  21 Apr 2012 | 10:03 pm

  I had the pleasure to see my friend Ellen Wixted, Adobe Senior Product Manager of Professional Audio and Video, at the NAB show. We discuss Adobe's awesome new CS6 version of my favorite tools Premiere Pro and After Effects. There is a reason Adobe is my favorite company. They listen to their users and create products that seem tailor made for us. Thanks to this new release my workflow is going to speed up tremendously. For more info on CS6 click here.

• NAB 2012 – Western Digital’s Thunderbolt Drives Are Fast

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  21 Apr 2012 | 11:13 am

  At NAB I had to check out the new hard drives by Western Digital. Why? They have Thunderbolt and are blazing fast. Speed is essential when editing HD on my mac book pro. Western Digital didn't disappoint!

• NAB 2012 – Shane Hurlbut discusses the Canon D1

  info@filmmakingcentral.com (David Basulto)

  20 Apr 2012 | 8:57 am

  When you roam the floors at NAB you will at times run into some pretty great people. Shane Hurlbut, cinematographer of such films as Terminator Salvation and Act of Valor, was being interviewed by an Asian fellow. So what did I do? I started filming this too! He discussed his love of the Canon D1 and why he hasn't used the C300 yet. Check out his site at Hurlbutvisuals.com Enjoy

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• Bruno Chatelin handed out the Award for Best Film from the festival circuit to Michel Hazanavicius

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  7 Dec 2012 | 5:36 pm

    The International Film Festival Summit Europe IFFS and filmfestivals.com  - fest21.com,  close observers of the festival circuit, have honored Michel Hazanavicius, director of The Artist with the “Festival Film of the Year Award”  which recognizes the outstanding artistic dimensions of the whole project and the extraordinary successful fare on the circuit from Cannes (best actor) to 5 Oscars (6 Cesar, 3 Golden Globes, 7 BAFTAS)...  The award was handed by Bruno Chatelin (filmfestivals.com) with Laurie Kirby (IFFS) Michel Hazanavicius declared that "I am very honored with this…

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  27 May 2012 | 5:12 am

              FilmFestivals.com launched in 1995 (an M21 Entertainment company) it has hosted the number one portal site for festivals and film news since this early, pionneer venture. We, at M21 Entertainment, have also ventured into the new web 2.0 possibilities to serve our festival community with better (modern) tools for our blog platform fest21.com which hosts more than 25.000 blogs (and growing) Fest21.com also host video blogs from 6.000 festivals and 15.000 filmmakers interested in the festival circuit. We have been maintaining these two sites and…

• The 37th Gdynia Film Festival has officially ended with Awards

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  15 May 2012 | 2:29 am

  37. GDYNIA FILM FESTIVAL. POLISH FILM FESTIVAL IN POLAND (7th – 12th of May) ANNOUNCED ITS AWARDS.   The 37th Gdynia Film Festival has officially ended. At the Closing Ceremony the “Golden Lions” Prize was granted to Agnieszka Holland for the film In Darkness. Other award winners included among others Marcin Krzyształowicz, awarded with the “Silver Lions” Prize for Manhunt, Agnieszka Grochowska and Robert Więckiewicz, awarded for the best actress and actor in a leading role in the film In Darkness, Leszek Dawid for You Are God - the best directing debut or second film – and…

• The winners of the Stuttgart Festival of Animated Film 2012 have been chosen

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  15 May 2012 | 2:24 am

  The Woodstock of Animated Film   on its 30th birthday, the Stuttgart Festival of Animated Film has found its place at the centre of the city and the hearts of the local population. "On the one hand the Festival has become one of the most important meeting places for international animated film whilst on the other, it has brought life and international flair to Stuttgart's front room," said Ulrich Wegenast, Artistic Managing Director of the Film- und Medienfestival gGmbH, which has been organising the Festival of Animated Film since 2001. Just as the Festival's fan base continues to…

• Down to the Wire: A 24 Hour Film Race

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  15 May 2012 | 2:10 am

  DOWN TO THE WIRE: A 24 HOUR FILM RACE MovieMaker Magazine named Wichita one of the top cities for independent film production in 2012 for a reason. Tallgrass Filmmakers Lab and Creative Rush are teaming up for Wichita's first-ever 24 hour film competition. Down to the Wire: A 24 Hour Film Race, is open to the general public - you need not be a professional filmmaker to participate. Participants can enter on their own as a team of one or with up to fifteen people. Teams have 24 hours to write, produce, shoot and edit a short film that is six minutes or less. Four elements will be randomly…

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• GH2 Now what lenses to buy 12mm Oly vs. 12-35mm Panasonic

  Psynema

  16 May 2012 | 1:19 pm

  I've been holding off on getting the 12mm Oly waiting for the 12-35mm Panny X and was actually about to pull the trigger, but now it seems the 12-35 is pretty much around the corner and within sight, so is anyone else thinking it's safe to put the 12mm Oly off the wish list or no? I'll miss the extra stop it gives and love how it autofocus perfectly (the main reason I love it is I do glidecam work for events which are dark so it's the perfect fit and something Canon lacked). I'm thining of just getting the 12-35 now and if I need the extra speed I could try getting a 17.5mm notkon to work on…

• Slow P2 ingest with Adobe Prelude

  Octopod

  16 May 2012 | 12:20 pm

  Hey guys, Has anyone had a chance to experiment with ingesting P2 footage through Adobe Prelude CS6? I'm having a bit of trouble with the ingest process - specifically, the process is unbearably slow. So, I just recently upgraded to an HD workflow with my purchase of a used HVX200 (can't wait for Barry's HVX Book to arrive!). Anyway, when I first read about Prelude, I was stoked that it was built specifically for file-based media ingest. I was ecstatic at the thought that it might be a good substitute for P2CMS, since I work on both Mac and Windows (and P2CMS isn't available for Win 7). To my…

• C300 vs F3

  Jim Anderson

  16 May 2012 | 11:47 am

  Decided on the Canon C300 after also carefully considering the Sony F3 since my client base is mainly network television, documentary, corporate and web work at this point in my career. The need for 10bit 4:2:2 and 4:4:4 is simply not needed for me. What I like about the C300 is the in-camera 50mbps 4:2:2 MXF wrapped codec and the XLR audio inputs. I have since found video clips online with major DPs including Rodney Charters (24, Marley & Me, Newlyweds among others) raving about the C300 when they compared it to other cameras including the Alexa, Scarlet and the big Sonys (F35, F65 etc).

• FOR SALE Leica Elmarit-R 16mm f/2.8 DECLICKED AND MODIFIED TO FIT NIKON

  Richard Allen Crook

  16 May 2012 | 11:24 am

  This lens has had the Leica mount removed and replaced with a Nikon mount. I used it to fit onto a PL-Nikon converter on my Sony F3 and also a NEX-Nikon converter for my Sony FS100. Infinity focus is maintained. This lens was also had the aperture/iris declicked and also greased for very tight, smooth rotation. The Lens is in Good condition. Pls refer to listing for details. Optical: Good glass, Clean, Clear, No haze, no separation, no fungus, no scratches. No Oil on Aperture Blades. Functional: working correctly; focus, aperture, filter moves smoothly. Built-in orange, yellow, blue filters.

• FOR SALE Avid Dongle Upgrade-able to Symphony for only $999 Direct from Avid

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  16 May 2012 | 11:24 am

  Greetings All! I have a dongle for Avid XPress Pro 5.6 (later upgraded to 5.7) I purchased new several years ago. This is the full, (ie NOT academic) version, and qualifies for an upgrade to Avid Symphony for only $999. This is a limited time offer from Avid which expires on June 15, 2012. The regular upgrade price to Avid Symphony is $3,499. I also have the original discs and manuals (though they are not necessary to receive the upgrade). I have been hanging on to this all along with the thought to one day upgrade, but we have since made the move over to Adobe, so alas it's time to let…

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• Adobe - Eternal Return

  16 May 2012 | 1:00 am

  A short I composited at Autofuss for the CS6 Launch. Synopsis via the Autofuss website: "Adobe recently commissioned us to design the visual component for their CS6 production suite on the theme of "the cinematic experience." We were initially drawn to the mechanical origins of cinema, and especially the zoetrope. It's such a beautiful and profound mechanism, at once both limited and infinite. We wanted to portray the woman character as controlling everything by light from a hybrid of a zoetrope mechanism and traditional film projection." For a full list of credits visit autofuss.com.

• Playback/GUI Stargate Universe

  15 May 2012 | 4:00 pm

  a montage of interface design work I created for season 2 of stargate universe

• Vivo Mantra - Vetor Lobo

  15 May 2012 | 7:00 am

  New Vivo advertising campaign Rigging team: Sérgio Gorgueira Rogério Miyagi Henrique Montanari Daniel Ho Full credits : http://vetorzero.com.br/pt/2012/04/vivo-mantra/

• Hyundai Piccadilly Circus Billboard - "Veloster"

  14 May 2012 | 10:00 pm

  Client: Hyundai Company: Massmarket Role: 3D Lead Technical Director

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  14 May 2012 | 1:00 pm

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• How a writer becomes a director.

  15 May 2012 | 11:36 am

  At the most recent Southern Script Fest myself and Danny Stack talked about  the journey that some writers take - that of becoming a director.It is a common path, and perhaps not the best path. Personally I feel there are two better areas to grow into. One is becoming a producer, which gives you more power - you can fire the director. Secondly, if you are looking for a skill set that is nearer to a writer I could say it would be to become an editor.If you were there on the day of the talk then here is the Prezi we used which you may find a useful refresher. Writers to Directors on Prezi…

• Free downloads for writers

  8 May 2012 | 11:54 am

  Every now and again I look at my blog stats to see which posts people like the most. It wasn't really a surprise I suppose to find that it was the free downloads. These are tools, which you can download and use at no cost. Cool! The top ones are:1 - Free storyboard template, in a word doc format.This has been the most popular - I think because it seems like such a simple thing to create, but making one that is simple and clear takes a little time. And why bother when you should be drawing your storyboard and telling stories instead? Go to the original post here.2 - Free word template to help…

• Setting up the POVCam

  1 May 2012 | 2:11 pm

  We are getting used to setting up the POVCam quickly these days - thanks to some practise sessions. So long set up times has been removed as a barrier to filming in this way. Check it out.

• Podcast Episode 20: Mailbag

  25 Apr 2012 | 6:28 am

  This podcast, myself and Danny Stack delve into your questions and answer as best we could!A few links we mentioned:Nicholl FellowshipPeter Ustinov AwardiFeaturesBBC Writers RoomDanny's short film awardMy POV featureMy past blog posts on writing for gamesSkyrim!BAFTA TV Noms

• How to be creative and think of new ideas

  22 Apr 2012 | 10:52 am

  If you suffer from "writer's block" or feel that you are too busy doing stuff right now to think of new ideas then you will like this early 90's video with John Cleese.In it he looks at how to get yourself in a zone where you are open to ideas. To paraphrase his 5 steps...1 - Space. Cut yourself away from the emails and phones.2 - Time. Give yourself time to ponder the issue - an hour and a half is best.3 - Time again. Do this on a regular basis.4 - Confidence. This must be a risk free environment. So expect to go down dead ends and make 'mistakes'. It is all part of the process. It is close…

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• Once More For Safety: Why You Should Always Do Two Takes (At Least)

  J. Ott

  8 May 2012 | 7:53 pm

  The following is from a series of essays re-imagining the entertainment industry for a digital age. If it ever becomes a book, the title will be Hollywood 2.0. The Two Takes Minimum Theory of Filmmaking An actor expects two takes, minimum. There are some exceptions. I believe Sidney Lumet advised directors to do only one take of some unimportant shot, early on in a shoot, to show the crew they should always remain vigilant. Steven Spielberg has said he doesn't like to rehearse actors in front the camera, since the first time is always the most spontaneous. But of course that's just a…

• Movie Review: The Avengers

  J. Ott

  7 May 2012 | 6:50 pm

  Well, I'm willing to eat some crow. I said The Avengers would have a lot of hype to live up to, seeing as five movies have been building up to it. Sometimes the exposition of the build-up seemed to cripple those movies, especially Iron Man 2 and Thor. But -- sorry, almighty Thor -- it was worth it. Hype achieved. The prime virtues of The Avengers are old-fashioned: great character work and crackling dialogue. Writer/director Joss Whedon (Zak Penn is also credited on the screenplay) even seems to do some course-correction on the characters he inherited, making them better -- wittier, more…

• Movie Review: The Five-Year Engagement

  J. Ott

  29 Apr 2012 | 1:09 pm

  I don't know whether to applaud The Five-Year Engagement (written by Nicholas Stoller and Jason Segel, directed by Stoller) for generating its comedy and drama -- even the broad comedy -- so skillfully out of the characters or whether to dismiss it for being so middle-of-the-road in its conclusions. I know that it is repeatedly retrograde in the jokes it makes at the expense of Asian Americans. (Too much Breakfast at Tiffany's?) Produced by Judd Apatow, the movie is firmly in his school. It will not feel out of place with 40-Year-Old Virgin, Knocked Up or previous Segel/Stoller collaboration…

• Your Wednesday Links: McNelly’s Crowdfunding Stats

  J. Ott

  11 Apr 2012 | 2:46 am

  Most of these links come from the @makingthemovie Twitter stream. If you'd like to see them as they come, follow us on Twitter. Lucas McNelly (@lmcnelly) on crowdfunding. Always a must-read. Part 1. Part 2. Laforet: New Zeiss wide angle SLR Lenses – and how they stack up against their Canon EF counterparts (and the CP2s) ScriptMag: A Story of Casting on a Budget Open Culture: Ray Bradbury Gives 12 Pieces of Writing Advice to Young Authors (2001) Randy Coppinger on shotgun mics: Mysteries of the Shotgun Microphone Revealed! and Shotgun Mics Battle! Time lapse of Hitchcock's Rear Window -…

• Your Weekend Viewing: Frame of Mind

  J. Ott

  30 Mar 2012 | 6:47 am

  Frame of Mind from Steven Alan on Vimeo. [via @_jeremybaril]

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• Making Media Now 2012: Thriving in a Changing Landscape

  David Tames

  1 May 2012 | 4:59 pm

  The annual Making Media Now conference takes place on Friday, June 8th this year. The event will mark Filmmaker's Collaborative's 25th anniversary and takes place at Massachusetts College of Art and Design in Boston, Massachusetts. Visit the Kino-Eye.com web site for the full article and more.

• Documentary marathon at 2012 Independent Film Festival of Boston

  David Tames

  26 Apr 2012 | 6:58 am

  Here's my plan for a Sunday documentary marathon at the 2012 Independent Film Festival of Boston All of the films below screen at the Somerville Theatre on Sunday, April 29, 2012. If you come to see or more of these films, I'll see you there! Visit the Kino-Eye.com web site for the full article and more.

• Earth Day 2012 Double Feature: The Garden & Ingredients

  David Tames

  22 Apr 2012 | 3:32 pm

  In honor of Earth Day 2012, here's a suggestion for a double feature consisting of two recent documentaries that touch on two aspects of the local food movement: The Garden (2008) and Ingredients (2009). Visit the Kino-Eye.com web site for the full article and more.

• Imagine a world without free knowledge

  David Tames

  18 Jan 2012 | 3:31 am

  Right now the U.S. Congress is considering legislation (SOPA and PIPA) that could fatally damage the free and open Internet. For 24 hours, to raise awareness, Wikipedia is blacking out their English language edition beginning at midnight January 18, Eastern Time. I join Wikipedia in encouraging you to share your views with your representatives, and [...] Visit the Kino-Eye.com web site for the full article and more.

• Whitney Dow: When the Drum is Beating

  David Tames

  30 Nov 2011 | 2:47 am

  David Tames talks with Whitney Dow about his film, When the Drum is Beating, a documentary that weaves together the history of Haiti with the story of Orchestre Septentrional, Haiti's most popular band. The film is currently seeking funding via a Kickstarter campaign in order to secure the funds needed for a theatrical and home video release. Visit the Kino-Eye.com web site for the full article and more.

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• Young Filmmakers from Conflict-Ridden Countries Tell Stories of Love and Sports

  Peter D. Marshall

  16 May 2012 | 7:48 am

  by Cristina DC Pastor. What’s your film about? I asked Ahlam Darwish, 17, from Jerusalem, while waiting for her film to screen at the Curious Pictures studio in Manhattan. “It’s about a very talented, young girl who plays the piano, but what many do not know is that she is about to go blind,” Darwish replied excitedly. Who is this girl? “Me,” she replied before erupting into giggles. Darwish, an upbeat Arab-Israeli with a smiling face, is one of 10 teens who created short films about their worlds with the UK-based Films Without Borders. It’s a nonprofit organization that works…

• Film Directing Tips: Publishing Daily Filmmaking Articles for Indie Filmmakers Since 2007

  Peter D. Marshall

  16 May 2012 | 7:00 am

  I’m Peter D. Marshall and I created this film directing blog in 2007 as an online movie making resource center for Independent Filmmakers like yourself. (As of May 16, 1685 film making posts have been published on this blog!) For over 38 years I’ve worked (and survived) in the Film and TV industry as a Film Director, Television Producer, First Assistant Director and Creative Consultant. (See IMDb Credits.) In 1999, I started my website, ActionCutPrint which has grown into one of the top film directing websites for Independent Filmmakers on the Internet today featuring online movie…

• Desmond: The project, the process, the movie

  Peter D. Marshall

  15 May 2012 | 7:43 am

  from Knife Edge Creative. Ten years ago, I was asked by Heart n Soul Director, Mark Williams, to direct the filming of the Heart n Soul Experience – a pumping soul/funk outfit fronted by Heart n Soul singing legend Lizzie Emeh. We worked on a number of films documenting, communicating and campaigning around Heart n Soul’s key initiatives, which aim to empower artists, regardless of disability, to create art that touches and changes people’s lives. It became apparent that a number of Heart n Soul members were interested in writing, directing and acting in their own films – and so a…

• Lights. Camera. Invest! Putting Filmmaking in the Portfolio

  Peter D. Marshall

  14 May 2012 | 7:23 am

  by Paul Sullivan. FOR most people, investing has not been fun these last few years. At best, it has been stressful. But there are investments that have nothing to do with stocks or bonds or real estate that may be at least enjoyable if not always moneymaking. I’ve come up with about a half-dozen, and over the next few weeks, I plan to explore some of them, including investments as different as horses and restaurants. My goal is to see how people do this successfully — or whether they have a broader definition of success than just making money. This week, I’m going to look at films,…

• Taiwan to continue expanding filmmaking industry

  Peter D. Marshall

  13 May 2012 | 7:18 am

  by Elaine Hou. Taiwan will continue to expand and promote its filmmaking industry, following a strong performance by a number of Taiwanese movies in 2011, Premier Sean Chen said Thursday. Chen said related government agencies should take advantage of the Chinese-speaking market and the Economic Framework Cooperation Agreement (ECFA) between Taiwan and China, which has expanded the presence of Taiwanese films in China. The premier’s remarks came at a weekly Cabinet meeting, during which Government Information Office (GIO) officials gave a briefing on the progress of a four-year project…

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  Directors Notes

• DN244: Wishful, Sinful – Brad Bores

  directorsnotes@googlemail.com (MarBelle)

  10 May 2012 | 2:06 pm

  Self financed, shot at weekends with a skeleton crew and released online for free, Brad Bores’ Wishful, Sinful could be said to be the definition of the indie feature. Brad joins us this week to discuss finding your film cinematically during the production process and the need for honest festival feedback. You just wanna know some sort of information of how your film’s being critiqued[…] & when you don’t get that, the filmmaker’s not learning anything. Showlinks Brad Bores Zero Film Fest Panasonic AG-DVX100 Nobudge When the Bell Rings

• Wishful, Sinful – Brad Bores

  directorsnotes@googlemail.com (MarBelle)

  9 May 2012 | 12:09 pm

  Wishful, Sinful (2011) A brutally honest and sometimes humorous view of two small town guys failing at mediocre lives. You can watch the full 72 minute Wishful, Sinful feature for free over on NoBudge now.

• DN243: JT vs. the Good Guys – Chris Shimojima

  directorsnotes@googlemail.com (MarBelle)

  26 Apr 2012 | 1:32 pm

  Chris Shimojima’s JT vs. the Good Guys turns the tables on what we’ve come to expect from the high school bully narrative. We speak to Chris about confounding audience expectations and why your mom might be the best location manager you can find. I wanted to tell the audience; Can you feel sympathy, can you feel empathy for a character who’s not likeable? JT vs. the Good Guys Materials Frisbee Blocking Markedup Script Shotlist Showlinks Chris Shimojima JT vs. the Good Guys

• JT vs. the Good Guys – Chris Shimojima

  directorsnotes@googlemail.com (MarBelle)

  25 Apr 2012 | 1:04 pm

  JT vs. the Good Guys (2012) A group of high school kids meet to play Frisbee. One is JT, whose attempts at being a tough guy fail miserably. He’s losing the popular girl to the quiet guy, and worse, the others seem glad about it. But JT does not step down without a fight.

• DN242: BEAR – Carlos Lopez Estrada

  directorsnotes@googlemail.com (MarBelle)

  20 Apr 2012 | 10:56 am

  Freshly returned from an inspiring trip to SXSW, director Carlos Lopez Estrada quickly gathered a team to create the stylised animation / live action piece BEAR. Carlos joins us to discuss the satisfaction to be had when you leave an audience with enough narrative room to interpret your story. I just felt like I needed to do something much more personal & find a way to bring it to life without any filters. BEAR Materials Animation Tests Shotlist Storyboards Showlinks Carlos Lopez Estrada Red Camera

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  DIY Filmmaker Sujewa

• NewFilmmakers profile: Vipal Monga

  14 May 2012 | 12:05 am

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• The Avengers movie getting some great reviews

  30 Apr 2012 | 5:07 pm

  Even though a big budget superhero movie is far from the usual topics of concern at this blog, must note the overwhelmingly positive reviews that have been rolling out for the upcoming epic The Avengers.  And as a former comic book geek, I am excited to hear that the movie was well made.  Here's one such positive review at /Film.  From the review: "The Avengers not only makes that fanboy fantasy a reality, the high-octane superhero extravaganza delivers on almost every level with well-rounded characters, plenty of humor and  jaw-dropping action. A few things…

• Amazon Studios 2.0 interview at Genre Hacks blog

  25 Apr 2012 | 9:34 am

  Check it out here.Here's the introduction to the interview, by Sean Hood:"Last year I interviewed Amazon Studios Director, Roy Price, about Amazon's commitment to "develop movies in a new way" (see: Amazon Studios: An Interview with Roy Price.)  At that time there was still a lot of skepticism among screenwriters about Amazon's option policy, their relationship with the WGA, and the exposure of scripts (and ideas) to the public after uploading.Never the less, the experience of writers and filmmakers who won prizes and entered the Amazon development and test-film process was…

• DATE NUMBER ONE - entire movie - FREE

  19 Apr 2012 | 11:02 am

  :: Date Number One from Sujewa Ekanayake on Vimeo.- SADVERTISEMENTAl Maiorino - Italian Genealogy, Public Strategy Group, & more!Alfonse Maiorino   http://almaiorino.blogspot.com/2011/12/al-maiorino-welcome-to-blog.htmlAl Maiorino Linkedin:   http://www.linkedin.com/pub/al-maiorino/a/5aa/48bhttp://www.energias-renovables.net/energias/renovables/index/pag/entrevistas/colleft//colright/blog/tip/articulos/botid/160/title/Al%20Maiorino/len/en- Al Maiorino Energias…

• Link to a good article re: filmmaking (even though the author is a Lena Dunham fan)

  18 Apr 2012 | 11:59 pm

  Just for the record, I am not a fan of Dunham's new HBO show Girls.  Saw episode 1, and it was a predictable mumblecore gen snooze fest.  Some are complaining about the lack of minority characters in Ms. Dunham's NYC, true, that is a deep problem, but it is one of the last things Girls needs to worry about.  That show's got a long way to go before it can be considered HBO quality entertainment, in my opinion.  But you know, it's alright, people w/ little talent & skill get breaks all the time (why did they include Tiny Furniture in the Criterion Collection!!??!!),…

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  Bright Lights After Dark

• New issue, #76, now live

  Bright Lights Film Journal

  15 May 2012 | 12:28 am

  FROM THE EDITOR Editorial: Of Devils and Runaway Trains, Anthony Mann and Jean-Claude Van Damme Gary Morris FEATURES Tragic Cinema: The Death of Subjectivities in JCVD Amir Khan Postlude to a Kiss: Will Smith’s Performances of Race and Sexuality in Fred Schepisi’s Six Degrees of Separation Willie Tolliver SIDEBAR: ANTHONY MANN Going Through the Devil’s [...]

• Autogyros and Zeppelins: How Cinematic They Fly

  Erich Kuersten

  5 Apr 2012 | 12:44 pm

  Who wouldn't love to go to L.A. from NYC via zeppelin? So what if it takes a week? Open air rear observation compartments! Farmers looking up, amazed, waving, scratching their heads in disbelief... rivers, lakes, Montana...

• Fun and Hunger Games. And Other Reality Shows.

  C. Jerry Kutner

  18 Mar 2012 | 10:42 pm

  For a science fiction film francise to become truly successful, it helps not to be too original.  The most successful of these franchises are based on ideas that have been floating around pop culture long enough for audiences to feel comfortable with them (see, e.g., Star Wars or Avatar), as opposed to films based on comparatively [...]

• VistaVision Makes Sense now: TO CATCH A THIEF (1955) on Blu-Ray

  Erich Kuersten

  16 Mar 2012 | 10:49 pm

  istaVision, it's also what Hitch shot VERTIGO on... and now both those films too make more sense, VERTIGO especially always seemed too traveloguey for a supposed top ten of all time classic. Now, if it was on Blu-Ray I'd get it even though the DVD version I have is pretty damned good and I don't even really love it... yet

• FridayLight NetfixStreamFest: The Corman-Price Poe Cycle

  Erich Kuersten

  2 Mar 2012 | 2:30 pm

  Price's florid hamminess fills in the sparse patches of Corman's sometimes spare mise en scene, and the sparseness conversely gives Price lots of room to floridly ham. Add Les Baxter's crazy scores, some good freaky psychedelic California painters to make the portraits of dead and evil uncles and incestuous sisters and flowing red paint credits, and sharp scripts by Richard Matheson and pre-CHINATOWN Robert Towne, and viola!

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  Women and Hollywood

• Cannes Watch: Why We Need Films Directed By Women AND Films About Women

  Melissa Silverstein

  16 May 2012 | 2:07 pm

  Cannes is kicking off right now.  I've spent the last two days putting together a petition that will be sent to the festival about the lack of female directors in competition.  You can...

• Cannes Watch: The First Female Saudia Arabian Director Hits Cannes

  Melissa Silverstein

  16 May 2012 | 1:13 pm

  Haifaa Al Mansour may not be able to drive in her country but she seems to have accomplished something no other woman -- or man -- has done in Saudia Arabia -- directing the first feature film shot...

• Females Grossly Underrepresented and Misrepresented in Top Grossing Films of 2011

  Melissa Silverstein

  15 May 2012 | 12:03 pm

  New stats are out from the Center for the Study of Women in Television and Film.  This time the research takes a look at the amount of female characters onscreen in the top grossing 100 films of...

• Cannes Film Festival Slammed By Feminist Group La Barbe For Excluding Women Directors

  Melissa Silverstein

  14 May 2012 | 11:00 am

  The French feminist group La Barbe which was started several years ago in response to the sexist media treatment of Segolene Royal in her race against Nicholas Sarkozy, has taken on one of the most...

• Julie Delpy and Her Love/Hate Relationship with Hollywood

  Melissa Silverstein

  14 May 2012 | 10:04 am

  Julie Delpy is no a shrinking violet.  She has many awesome opinions about how Hollywood treats women, which could be one of the reasons why, according to her, she has been fired by every agency...

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• Fugu & Tako

  Elliot Blanchard

  15 May 2012 | 9:40 am

  Director Ben West and Robot have just released the trailer for the upcoming short Fugu & TakoPosted on Motionographer

• 3d/webGL music vid from Minivegas

  Matt Lambert

  14 May 2012 | 6:07 am

  3d/webGL music vid from MinivegasPosted on Motionographer

• FAUX IMAGES VI

  Mate Steinforth

  13 May 2012 | 3:20 pm

  FAUX IMAGES is back for it’s sixth installment which brings you DAVID LEWANDOWSKI (LA), CYPHERAUDIO (Toronto) and T.FLEISCH (B). Enjoy the international issue Tuesday, May 15th, 8pm at LEAP Berlin.Posted on Motionographer

• Colosse – A Wood Tale

  Daniel Coutinho

  12 May 2012 | 1:32 am

  Some months ago we announced the teaser, and now “Colosse - A Wood Tale”, the sweet new short directed by Hornet’s Yves Geleyn, is out. This beautifully handcrafted little story of a wood robot puppet and his bird friend talks about eccentricity, companionship and acceptance.Yves Geleyn, from Hornet’s site:“I’m a huge fan of Jim Henson’s work. I have always wanted to work with puppets but never had the chance to do so before. I’m also a huge fan of robots; they were in all my childhood movies, cartoons, and comics. The robot from Paul Grimault’s The King And The…

• Buck: The Responsibility Project

  Michelle Higa

  10 May 2012 | 4:03 pm

  More killer design and animation from Buck for The Responsibility Project. The credits read like an all-star team!Posted on Motionographer

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• I’m not sick, I’m just full of pool water

  Peggy Archer

  15 May 2012 | 10:40 pm

  There must be something going around. I can assume this because all of a sudden everyone around me is completely paranoid about anyone being sick, even slightly. Today, I spent an hour in the pool attempting to correct my piss-poor upper body position, which meant keeping my head down much further than I’m really used to, which resulted in an unfortunate amount of pool water filling my sinus cavity. So much water got up there that I’m reasonably certain even my parietal lobe got some swimmies. So, after sitting in the steam room and showering, I meandered back to my locker and…

• Just when I think I can’t be surprised

  Peggy Archer

  11 May 2012 | 10:29 pm

  Yesterday, as I was riding my bike home from swimming (no job, no driving. Gas is expensive, for America, plus I have to work off all that craft service somehow), I stopped off at the local overpriced organic grocery, pretending to shop just so I could sneak in a visit to the bathroom. As I was walking my bike out of the parking lot, I looked up at the large American flag flying over the store – not out of a sense of patriotism, but to compulsively check wind direction (I don’t know why I bother. It’s not like I can do anything about it or change my course when I’m on…

• The day after the day after the day after the fifth of May

  Peggy Archer

  8 May 2012 | 9:52 pm

  As the Cinco De Mayo cleanup winds down and the city sweeps away the piles of vomit and cheap plastic novelty sombreros from the streets, the annual panic to get enough hours to keep the health insurance ensues. As I’ve mentioned before, we have to work a certain number of hours per semester to keep our health insurance. For years, this was 300. Recently, in an effort to force as many people as possible off the insurance, the producers upped that to 400. 800 hours a year doesn’t sound like that much, until you remember that most of us don’t work full-time – we bounce…

• …and that’s why I have a cat.

  Peggy Archer

  4 May 2012 | 9:19 pm

  My upstairs neighbors, despite the fact that they play bad guitar and clomp about like Budweiser Clydesdales, are really nice folks who have a very, very adorable French Bulldog. Aside from being very sweet and somehow managing to smell like a wet dog even when she’s not wet, the dog needs enough attention that at least one of the neighbors must come home from work at lunch every day to let her out to do whatever it is that dogs do on the front lawn. Said upstairs neighbors want to go to a party tomorrow night which may or may not go late, so just to be safe, they’ve had to line…

• Free!

  Peggy Archer

  1 May 2012 | 11:17 pm

  Most of the time, the frat boys in the building next door  annoy the hell out of me. Sometimes it seems as if all they do is have keggers on weeknights, blow enough pot smoke around to create a sinister fog which blankets the entire west side of the city, and talk loudly about which girls they’d like to bang. I’ve contemplated mass murder more than once. Usually when said kegger is raging the night before I have a super early call. So yesterday, as I was coming home from a bike ride, and saw the one with the faux-hawk putting a gas grill outside by the trash, of course I assumed…

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• Monkeys and movies. This week at Intersections Media 2012-2013 Intake 1

  Katarina (Kat) Thorsen

  11 May 2012 | 3:14 pm

  Tina’s SpOCK MONKEY! Intake 1 (2012-2013) underway Intake 1 (2012-2013) drawing lesson Intake 1 (2012-2013) anxiety tool Intake 1 (2012-2013) filming a dramatic scene Intake 1 (2012-2013) PSA INTERSECTIONS MEDIA (2011-2012) links  – Intersections Media Opportunities for Youth Society JOB POSTING: Participant in filmmaking/visual art/life skills training program [paid position] – We are currently interviewing applicants for: INTAKE 1 April 16- May 17, 2012- in session.  Full. INTAKE 2 May 28 – June 28, 2012- Full. Other intake dates coming up: INTAKE 3 July 9 –…

• FINALLY, INTO PRODUCTIVE-NESS - 2 Weeks On - Now 11th May

  minimini

  11 May 2012 | 2:03 pm

  FINALLY, INTO PRODUCTIVE-NESS – 2 Weeks On – Now 11th May Still garnering interest with the people I’m speaking to. The more I tell people (whether strangers, acquaintances, friends or family) about my project the more i’m excited. But with much excitement comes much much responsibility and daunting times. I now have people on board plus I’m gathering equipment. I guess I should reveal just a tiny bit more about the film.  Documentary style it involves the UK but also it’s connect with another country. I’m scared… But hopeful too… Much…

• Why crowdfunding a film?

  Polaris Film Productions

  11 May 2012 | 1:17 pm

  Crowdfunding offers filmmakers another means of funding their films and people a new way of experiencing cinema. And it couldn’t be simpler: a filmmaker uploads a campaign to a crowdfunding platform and anyone, anywhere, can participate and contribute to the production of their film. There are different platforms (creative, social, business) and funding modalities, so it is possible to choose between ‘all or nothing’ or ‘keep it all’ campaigns, whichever suits the project better. Thanks to crowdfunding, filmmakers get the funds and support they need to make their projects and…

• Meet our crew: Pepa Niebla, Set Photographer

  Polaris Film Productions

  11 May 2012 | 12:37 pm

  Pepa Niebla-Set Photographer in Doris and the Pennies from Heaven We leave you now with Pepa Niebla, our set phhotographer in Doris and the Pennies from Heaven. Know a bit more about her: Born in Granada, Spain, Pepa’s artistic interests and aspirations have taken her into two directions: first music and then photography. She is a talented singer that mixes jazz, blues, funk and pop. Her most recent work is the jazz album Pepa Niebla & Ricky Vivar, recorded with singer and guitarist Ricky Vivar. As a photographer she covers a wide range of genres, such as event photographer, modeling…

• Meet our crew: David Sohanpal, Sound Mixer

  Polaris Film Productions

  11 May 2012 | 12:08 pm

  David Sohanpal- Sound Mixer in Doris and the Pennies from Heaven David Sohanpal is the sound mixer in our short film Doris and the Pennies from Heaven. Here you have a little bio: Dave studied at the SAE Institute in London and he is an experienced sound mixer, specialized in Sound Editing and Sound Recording. He has worked in more than 70 productions now, the most recent being The Owner (2012), Scar Tissue (2012) and Rearview (2012). Some other remarkable productions David has worked in include Indigo (2010), Pop Art (2008) and Stiletto (2008). If you want a more detailed list of the…

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  Filmlinker

• Blackmagic Cinema Camera Wows at the NAB

  Rick Santos

  19 Apr 2012 | 3:02 pm

  It’s NAB week, where 90,000+ media and entertainment professionals gather in Las Vegas – so it’s the ideal place to showcase the latest cameras for filmmakers. One standout is the Blackmagic Cinema Camera – priced at $2,995. With its 2.5K image sensor and wide dynamic rage, it claims to offer the sought after “feature film [...]

• Amazon Studios Wants Your Movie or Screenplay

  Rick Santos

  17 Nov 2010 | 8:30 pm

  Amazon (yes – that Amazon) is getting into the movie biz. Amazon Studios was just launched as a place where budding filmmakers and screenwriters can submit their work for cash and prizes. A combined $2.7 million in monthly and annual awards will be doled out in this program’s inaugural year. Amazon Studios will also partner [...]

• The 1st Annual Vimeo Festival and Awards

  Rick Santos

  15 Jul 2010 | 11:28 pm

  There are two weeks left to enter your videos into the first-ever Vimeo Festival and Awards. If your video premiered online within the past two years, you should head over to vimeoawards.com and submit it ASAP! The grand prize includes a $25,000 grant to produce your next film/video. These awards are open to ALL videos [...]

• Film4Prizes Highlights Top Film/Video Contests That Pay

  Rick Santos

  31 Jul 2009 | 9:54 pm

  Film4Prizes is a cool site that maintains a database of several online film & video contests which include many with cash prizes. Here are a few interesting contests that they list: - “HP You On You Contest” – top prize is $40,000. - “Nobody’s Gonna Lay a Finger on My Butterfinger” Video Contest – top [...]

• DIY Screenings & Distribution

  Rick Santos

  22 Jun 2009 | 8:52 pm

  Some call it “four-walling,” others DIY distribution. Filmmakers now have direct access to their audience like never before and are forgoing the middlemen who used to control the route to theatrical distribution. By and large, artists are now able to gauge their audience’s demand/interest for their work and market it directly to them. CinemaTech’s Scott [...]

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• Mike Birbiglia's new short film from This American Life LIVE

  sleepwalkwithme

  10 May 2012 | 9:48 am

  Mike Birbiglia's new short film from This American Life LIVE Watch what happens. Look Out for Mike Birbiglia's Next Film, "Sleepwalk With Me" - In Theaters Aug 24th, 2012! Facebook: www.facebook.com Twitter: @sleepwalkmovie - twitter.com CAST: Mike - Mike Birbiglia Terry - Terry Gross Terry's Husband - Seth Barrish Security Guard - Azhar Khan CREW: Producers: Ira Glass, Jacob Jaffke Director of Photography: Joe Anderson Film Editor: Geoffrey Richman, ACE Production Designer: Tania Bijlani Costume Designer: Jennifer Bentley Hair & Makeup Artists: Ivy Ermert, Jessica…

• The Art of Film & TV Title Design | Off Book | PBS

  PBSoffbook

  18 Apr 2012 | 11:22 am

  The Art of Film & TV Title Design | Off Book | PBS The credits are often the first thing we see when we watch a great film or TV show, but the complexity and artistry of title design is rarely discussed. Creators of title sequences are tasked to invent concepts that evoke the core story and themes of the production, and to create a powerful visual experience that pulls the viewer into the film's world. In this episode we hear the stories of some of the most inventive people working in the field, including the creators of the iconic Mad Men sequence, the hilarious Zombieland opening…

• PAC-MAN The Movie (The Fan Film)

  machinima

  5 Apr 2012 | 12:04 pm

  PAC-MAN The Movie (The Fan Film) www.youtube.com Click here to see more of, or subscribe to, SteelehouseDigital. To learn more about James Farr (the director, writer & actor), visit: www.jamesfarr.com For more information on PAC-MAN The Movie (The Fan Film), visit www.projectyellowsphere.com Visit Steelehouse's official site at www.steelehouse.com Disclaimer PAC-MAN The Movie (The Fan Film) and its associated trailers are fan-made shorts created to celebrate the awesomeness that is (and will always be) Pac-Man. These videos are not affiliated with Namco Bandai, and in no way represent…

• Super 8 -- Movie Review

  MovieNight

  20 Mar 2012 | 2:21 pm

  Super 8 -- Movie Review Super 8 (2011) "Engrossing sci-fi with nostalgic elements", 9/10. Full episodes of Movie Night, every Friday night at: bit.ly ~~ Movie Night ~~ This "Quick Review" is an excerpt from a full episode. Incorporating viewer comments and tweets, your host and film critic Jonathan Paula reviews everything from opening day releases, recent DVDs, and classics from years past. Along with your votes, these films are scored on the "Rate-O-Matic" for a 1-10 ranking. A "Five Word Summary" quickly encapsulates each review while "Factor…

• The Hurt Locker -- Film Review

  MovieNight

  3 Mar 2012 | 11:23 am

  The Hurt Locker -- Film Review The Hurt Locker (2008), 8/10. Full episodes of Movie Night, every Friday night at: bit.ly ~~ Movie Night ~~ This "Quick Review" is an excerpt from a full episode. Incorporating viewer comments and tweets, your host and film critic Jonathan Paula reviews everything from opening day releases, recent DVDs, and classics from years past. Along with your votes, these films are scored on the "Rate-O-Matic" for a 1-10 ranking. A "Five Word Summary" quickly encapsulates each review while "Factor Facts" highlight the the best and…

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  MakingOf

• 'Men in Black 3' Featurette

  15 May 2012 | 4:26 pm

  Check out Will Smith in this, 'Men in Black 3' exclusive featurette

• 'Moonrise Kingdom' Featurette

  14 May 2012 | 5:10 pm

  Check out Wes Anderson's new movie, 'Moonrise Kingdom' in this exclusive featurette

• 'Chernobyl Diaries' Domestic Trailer

  11 May 2012 | 4:56 pm

  The first released domestic trailer for the Bradley Parker directed horror movie 'Chernobyl Diaries'. Starring Jesse McCartney, Jonathan Sadowski and Olivia Dudley.

• 'Monkey on Roller Skates' Clip from The Dictator

  11 May 2012 | 4:13 pm

  A clip from the film 'The Dictator'. Directed by Larry Charles, starring Sacha Baron Cohen, Anna Faris and John C. Reilly.

• Queen featurette for 'Snow White and the Huntsman'

  11 May 2012 | 4:06 pm

  Universal Pictures takes you behind the scenes with the Queen of 'Snow White and the Huntsman'. Directed by Rupert Sanders, starring Kristen Stewart, Chris Hemsworth and Charlize Theron.

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  The Independent

• Motherhood and Moviemaking (Not Always in that Order)

  erin

  11 May 2012 | 3:57 pm

  Sara Archambault has been thinking about how women in her life extend their roles as mothers into the way they think about social justice, fairness, and equality. As it happens, the women who came to mind are also making documentary films. read more

• John Madden Acts His Age

  erin

  4 May 2012 | 12:00 am

  Director John Madden, who started out in producing British television, has made a name for himself across the pond helming films such as Shakespeare in Love, Proof and more recently, The Debt. read more

• Getting to Know Maryland Film Festival

  erin

  3 May 2012 | 12:00 am

  The Maryland Film Festival (MFF) is a regional film festival that takes place annually in Baltimore, Maryland, this year from May 3-6. Entering its 14th year, the festival is known as a filmmaker friendly experience that reflects the character and atmosphere of its host city. read more

• Tribeca 2012: Critic's Choice - Shorts

  erin

  30 Apr 2012 | 12:00 am

  For Brokaw's feature choices and an overview of the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival click here. Critic's Choice - Shorts Picture Paris (Brad Hall. 2011. USA. 28 min.) read more

• Tribeca 2012: Critic's Choice - Features

  erin

  24 Apr 2012 | 12:00 am

  America’s leading brands hold onto their core essences and mission while they line-extend their flavors, colors, sizes and packaging, and they do it endlessly. read more

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  Atomic Vision: Photography Cinema Visual Arts

• My Favorite iPhone Photo & Video Apps.

  8 May 2012 | 6:04 am

  Playing my Traveler guitar using my iPhone as an Amp. (photo by Anne) I have been an iPhone fan since its inception and yes, I am one of those freaks that have gone through all five versions (iPhone 1, 3G, 3Gs, 4 and now the 4s) of this popular Smart Phone.  I just love the versatility of this gadget-- "a digital Swiss Army Knife."  With one tool, I am always carrying a virtual office wherever I

• Canon's New Ultra Cameras: 1Dc and C500

  14 Apr 2012 | 1:11 am

  The Canon Cinema EOS family with the new C500 and the 1Dc Yesterday, Canon, Inc. announced two new cameras they will be introducing at this year's NAB - the Canon EOS 1Dc and the Canon EOS C500.  The two new EOS Cinema EOS cameras (Super 35mm) are 4K capable, with support for uncompressed Canon RAW file (still for 1Dc and motion for C500).     After the success of the hybrid 5D MKII and the 7D

• Stewart Sy's Wild World

  2 Apr 2012 | 2:12 am

  Stewart capturing beauty underneath the waves Stewart Sy's love affair with nature and the wild started at a very young age.  Growing up in the Philippines, he fondly recalls spending a lot of his free time pouring over the catalogued back issues of National Geographic in the Xavier School library (we were classmates), dreaming of one day visiting all those exotic places and experiencing the

• Is It The Camera Or Is It The Photographer?

  10 Mar 2012 | 9:07 am

  Should the photographer or the camera be credited for the quality of a photograph?  The answer to this question seems obvious (to me), yet photographers often encounter statements from people who readily tell them, "I love your pictures, you must have a great camera" or "your photos are beautiful, that expensive (professional) camera is certainly worth what you paid for."  It seems that most

• My Very Own Superfriend

  2 Mar 2012 | 6:44 am

  Anne's favorite Superhero is Wonder Woman... mine is Superman If a Hero is someone distinguished by exceptional courage, nobility and strength; someone who goes beyond their limitations for the sake of another, then Anne Prado is a true Hero by any definition.  She has battled extreme adversity that most people would give up on.  But her deeds are not widely known, except to a few loved ones.  I

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  ACTORSandCREW

• Casting for a Shoot Jun 19th in LA

  11 May 2012 | 10:49 am

      A very interesting project is slated to shoot on June 19th in Los Angeles. This is a film of a children’s book by Alethea Allen, and should be quite the cool project.  The production is looking to fill the following roles: The Emperor:  Featured / Male / Asian / 50 – 80 years Description: Looking for a very important role to fill in a children’s book, the role of the Emperor. I need someone who is Asian, heavyset, has a wide range of emotions, preferably with a black Fu Manchu mustache and beard, but not required. Age 50′s- 70′s. There is pay, as well as a…

• The Emerging Skills Needed by #Film Publicists

  6 May 2012 | 3:21 pm

  Now that there is some form of distribution available to every project made, whether it is working with a service company to theatrically release or uploading the project online for free and enabling perpetual viewing, it is time to acknowledge that new mindsets and skills are needed not just for filmmakers, but also for film promotion. Traditionally, a publicist’s role  was to leverage the relationships she had formed with editors and journalists (the media) to ensure story placement in publications and she strived to convey a cohesive message about a film. She endeavored to control the…

• New Film About Hollywood Legend Mary Pickford To Begin Production in Early 2013

  6 May 2012 | 3:18 pm

  Pic to be directed by Jennifer DeLia, written by Josh Fagin and produced by Julie Pacino Poverty Row Entertainment, a production company headed by Julie Pacino and Jennifer DeLia, has recently acquired the rights, along with producer Said Zahraoui, to silent screen legend Mary Pickford’s biography “Pickford: The Woman Who Made Hollywood,” written by Eileen Whitfield.  This definitive biography establishes the star as a groundbreaking genius, casting new light on one of the most influential – and least understood – artists in the history of popular culture. THE UNTITLED PICKFORD…

• Things We Say Today Which We Owe to Shakespeare

  12 Apr 2012 | 11:54 am

• Bana and Hall Begin Shooting on an Untitled John Crowley Suspense Thriller

  12 Apr 2012 | 10:33 am

  Production begins next week in the U.K. on Focus Features and Working Title Films’ untitled international suspense thriller starring Eric Bana (of Focus’ Hanna) and Golden Globe Award nominee Rebecca Hall (Vicky Cristina Barcelona, The Town) for director John Crowley (Boy A) The original screenplay is by Steven Knight, Academy Award nominee for Dirty Pretty Things and BIFA Award nominee for Focus’ Eastern Promises. Rounding out the cast are British Independent Film Award nominee Riz Ahmed (Four Lions); Academy Award winner Jim Broadbent (Iris); Olivier Award nominee Kenneth Cranham (An…

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  Filmlinker

• Blackmagic Cinema Camera Wows at the NAB

  Rick Santos

  19 Apr 2012 | 3:02 pm

  It’s NAB week, where 90,000+ media and entertainment professionals gather in Las Vegas – so it’s the ideal place to showcase the latest cameras for filmmakers. One standout is the Blackmagic Cinema Camera – priced at $2,995. With its 2.5K image sensor and wide dynamic rage, it claims to offer the sought after “feature film [...]

• Amazon Studios Wants Your Movie or Screenplay

  Rick Santos

  17 Nov 2010 | 8:30 pm

  Amazon (yes – that Amazon) is getting into the movie biz. Amazon Studios was just launched as a place where budding filmmakers and screenwriters can submit their work for cash and prizes. A combined $2.7 million in monthly and annual awards will be doled out in this program’s inaugural year. Amazon Studios will also partner [...]

• The 1st Annual Vimeo Festival and Awards

  Rick Santos

  15 Jul 2010 | 11:28 pm

  There are two weeks left to enter your videos into the first-ever Vimeo Festival and Awards. If your video premiered online within the past two years, you should head over to vimeoawards.com and submit it ASAP! The grand prize includes a $25,000 grant to produce your next film/video. These awards are open to ALL videos [...]

• Film4Prizes Highlights Top Film/Video Contests That Pay

  Rick Santos

  31 Jul 2009 | 9:54 pm

  Film4Prizes is a cool site that maintains a database of several online film & video contests which include many with cash prizes. Here are a few interesting contests that they list: - “HP You On You Contest” – top prize is $40,000. - “Nobody’s Gonna Lay a Finger on My Butterfinger” Video Contest – top [...]

• DIY Screenings & Distribution

  Rick Santos

  22 Jun 2009 | 8:52 pm

  Some call it “four-walling,” others DIY distribution. Filmmakers now have direct access to their audience like never before and are forgoing the middlemen who used to control the route to theatrical distribution. By and large, artists are now able to gauge their audience’s demand/interest for their work and market it directly to them. CinemaTech’s Scott [...]

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  Film Courage

• Filmmaker Mike Stutz on Film Courage (Ep. #163)

  filmcourage

  10 May 2012 | 3:52 pm

  Filmmaker Mike Stutz skypes into Film Courage to talk to us a subject most people do not want to talk about, suicide.  He shares how suicide entered his life, his thoughts on Junior Seau, why he was compelled to make his documentary film Don’t Change The Subject, why he is taking the film to colleges, and the impact it is having on audiences. Connect with Mike at www.dontchangethesubject.org & @SuicideBlows

• Filmmaker Lucas McNelly on Film Courage (Ep. #162)

  filmcourage

  5 May 2012 | 12:34 am

  Filmmaker Lucas McNelly is on Film Courage to tell us why Film Festivals are the least efficient way for filmmakers to get their film seen, mistakes filmmakers make in their crowdfunding campaigns, how A Year Without Rent has impacted his views on independent film & life, the breaking point where he almost quit A Year Without Rent, and how he found the motivation to reach the finish line. Connect with Lucas at www.LucasMcNelly.com, www.ayearwithoutrent.com, & @lmcnelly

• Filmmaker Marty Lang on Film Courage (Ep. #161)

  filmcourage

  26 Apr 2012 | 11:37 am

  Filmmaker Marty Lang is on Film Courage to talk about where he was in his life when he wrote his debut feature film Rising Star, how his film was the first narrative feature to shoot at the Mark Twain House, how he incorporated an economic development plan for Rising Star, and how he (as a Connecticut Filmmaker) sold out the upcoming World Premiere of his film at the Seattle True Independent Film Festival. Connect with Marty at www.RisingStarMovie.com & @Marty_Lang Share

• Sheri Candler & Jon Reiss on Film Courage (Ep. #160)

  filmcourage

  16 Apr 2012 | 5:07 pm

  Our finale Film Courage episode on LA Talk Radio features the return of Sheri Candler and Jon Reiss to tell us about their distribution efforts behind the film Joffrey: Mavericks of American Dance.  They also tell us what a day in their life is like, whether it matters if you have 15,000 Facebook fans, whether Film Festivals are the first place filmmakers should turn, and why we do not see more independent filmmakers release their film with a ‘day and date’ strategy. Share Connect with Sheri at www.SheriCandler.com & @SheriCandler and with Jon at www.JonReiss.com & @Jon_Reiss

• Paul Yosemite Bear Vasquez ‘the Double Rainbow Guy’ on Film Courage (Ep. #159)

  filmcourage

  9 Apr 2012 | 8:38 am

  Paul Yosemite Bear Vasquez, the Double Rainbow Guy, calls into Film Courage to tell us his thoughts on whether one can brainstorm and succeed in creating a viral video, he tells us where he would be today without Jimmy Kimmel’s fateful tweet, how he intuitively feels how humanity views him since the rainbow video went viral, and whether struggling artists have the power to connect with their own success. Watch his latest YouTube Videos www.youtube.com/user/Hungrybear9562/videos and Connect with him on Twitter @Yosemitebear62 Share

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  Indiewire

• Cannes 2012: A Guide to All The Films

  Indiewire Staff

  16 May 2012 | 2:14 pm

  Cannes 2012 features many of the world's most beloved directors, both established and emerging. From Americans Wes Anderson, Andrew Dominik and Jeff Nichols, French directors Jacques Audiard, Michael Haneke, Alain Resnais and Claude Miller to Iran's Abbas Kiarostami, Mexico's Carlos Reygadas and Italy's Bernardo Bertolucci and Matteo Garrone - and that's just the start. The latest works from these directors and more feature established movie stars like Brad Pitt, Audrey Tatou, Nicole Kidman and Matthew McConaughey, last year's festival darling Jessica Chastain, and a…

• The Depressing Commentary on Stardom in 'Smash'

  Alison Willmore

  16 May 2012 | 1:21 pm

  From the beginning, NBC's "Smash" has set itself up as a show about dichotomy, not just with its two actresses vying for the same lead role, newcomer Karen (Katharine McPhee) and experienced chorus girl Ivy (Megan Hilty), but with its very theme and format. It wants to focus on process, to showcase the effort, rehearsing and fund-gathering that goes into making a Broadway musical, but it also wants to be about backstage conniving and romantic melodramatics. It aims to be a semi-realistic look behind the scenes of the business that is show, but also to be out there in the…

• Dustin Lance Black Talks About Recutting 'Virginia' and What He Really Thought of His First Version

  Nigel M Smith

  16 May 2012 | 12:03 pm

  Nobody knew quite what to expect from "What's Wrong With Virginia," Dustin Lance Black's directing debut, when it premiered at the 2010 Toronto International Film Festival. But few expected the critical backlash that followed. The Southern-set film, based loosely on his childhood experiences, stars Jennifer Connelly as schizophrenic mother engaged in a long-time affair with Mormon sherrif Richard Tipton (Ed Harris), who's struggling to raise her son who also has the hots for Tipton's daughter (Emma Roberts). That's a heady plot for a newbie director, but Black…

• Cannes 2011 Recap: Charting a High-Grossing, Oscar-Bound Crop

  Peter Knegt

  16 May 2012 | 11:09 am

  A year ago when Woody Allen's "Midnight in Paris" opened the Cannes Film Festival, no one would have ever guessed it was the beginning of a fairly amazing success story.  Released in theaters a week later, the film would go on to become Allen's highest grossing film ever, and get him his first Oscar in 25 years. "Midnight in Paris" represents the crown jewel -- at least in terms of box office -- of what turned out to be a pretty remarkable group of Cannes 2011 alums. Three films in official competition -- "Paris," "The Artist" and…

• John Woo to Direct and Produce Yakuza Film 'Day of the Beast'

  Jay A. Fernandez

  16 May 2012 | 10:45 am

  John Woo is set to direct and produce a remake of the 1963 Yakuza film “Youth of the Beast.” Rob Frisbee wrote the adapted screenplay, titled “Day of the Beast,” which Woo will produce with Lion Rock Prods. partner Terence Chang and Nikkatsu Corporation president Naoki Sato. The English-language “Beast” takes place in a Tokyo where a mysterious Westerner gets sucked into a turf war between the Yakuza and old-school Russian mobsters. Seijun Suzuki directed the original film. “Among Nikkatsu’s 6,000+ film library, this is one of our most revered…

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  Film Threat

• ALMA

  Phil Hall

  16 May 2012 | 11:34 am

  Some sensitive viewers will be extremely upset by the wanton cruelty and recklessness captured on camera...Read More at FilmThreat.com

• FILM FESTICLES: EPISODE TEN – “GOOD NEWS”

  Mark Potts and Don Swaynos

  16 May 2012 | 2:00 am

  In this week's episode, while the director works on the newest cut of his short, his assistant receives some pretty great news from Sundance...Read More at FilmThreat.com

• DIGITAL CELLULOID – ISSUE 99: THE NAME OF THE GAME

  Chris Cirillo

  15 May 2012 | 11:01 pm

  Next summer, another epic film based on a game is coming out... or at least it could happen...Read More at FilmThreat.com

• GOING BIONIC: DISTRIBUTING INDEPENDENT FILMS INTERNATIONALLY – IMAGINE A FILM’S JOURNEY

  Hammad Zaidi

  14 May 2012 | 11:01 pm

  Today we’re going to do something a little different. We are going to imagine that you are your film. That’s right, I’d like you to imagine that you are the actual film that you, the filmmaker, have created...Read More at FilmThreat.com

• MONKEY MAN – 32

  Brian Lynch

  13 May 2012 | 11:01 pm

  A BRAND NEW arch enemy is revealed in this week's Monkey Man!Read More at FilmThreat.com

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  Push Processed

• Making a surreal photographic portrait - 5 photos composited to make the final image

  15 May 2012 | 9:57 pm

  In this post I will talk about making a surreal portrait photograph.  As an example, I will use the photo I made a few years back titled “My Way” - a surreal portrait of Scott, in which 5 photos were composited together to make the final image. The prep. The photo of Scott was taken during one of the Visual Content and Form classes.  I took 2 images of the sink, because of the positioning of the handles looked weird in the first one.  I also took a photo of a spoon (the plate didn’t make it in the final image, obviously ;).  I took NYC photo a few years prior.

• Artomatic opens 18 May 2012

  15 May 2012 | 3:36 pm

  Artomatic opens 18 May 2012: I had a chance to participate in Artomatic back in 2008, and let me tell you - it was a great experience!  Such a diverse group of artists getting together is a great way to exhibit art, mingle, and network!

• JPG Mag photo challenge: centered composition

  15 May 2012 | 3:32 pm

  JPG Mag photo challenge: centered composition: Although I certainly prefer off-balance comps that follow the Rule of Thirds, I suppose there’s a place for centered composition.  It has more direct effect on the viewer, it also promotes the feeling of balance. Check out this photo challenge from JPG Magazine.

• Toronto International Film Festival

  15 May 2012 | 3:26 pm

  Toronto International Film Festival: September 6-16, 2012.  Mark your calendars.

• 1923 Leica O-series re-sets the world record as most expensive camera – fetches $2.79 Million at auction

  15 May 2012 | 3:24 pm

  1923 Leica O-series re-sets the world record as most expensive camera – fetches $2.79 Million at auction:

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  Filmmaking Stuff

• How To Design Your Movie Poster

  ElaGancarz

  1 May 2012 | 11:33 am

  How To Design Your Movie Poster By filmmaker and graphic designer, Ela Gancarz Having a good movie art is very important if you want to sell your film. Visual design which represents your product should compel and excite the potential viewers to influence their buying decisions and to create a good perception of the film. To improve your results, your movie art must create an immediate impact and touch the audience on the right emotional level. The starting point of your overall brand strategy is your movie poster design. But before designing any graphic elements you should decide on the…

• Filmmaking Podcast: Make Your Movie

  Jason Brubaker

  29 Apr 2012 | 8:54 pm

  Logo used by Apple to represent Podcasting (Photo credit: Wikipedia) If you want to make your movie, you might find this valuable. I just recorded a filmmaking podcast where I share 3 tips that are NOW essential for all successful independent filmmakers. Listen (and download) Podcast Powered By Podbean   At the end of the recording, I talk about our new new Filmmaking Book, which is NOW available through Amazon as well as your Amazon Kindle. You NOW have two options to choose from: Order the Filmmaking Stuff Physical Book CLICK HERE OR Download Filmmaking Stuff Kindle Book CLICK HERE…

• Blackmagic Camera and NAB Recap

  Joseph Ort

  19 Apr 2012 | 5:45 pm

  NAB 2012 Recap By, filmmaker Joseph Ort Here is a breakdown of some of the key stories from NAB 2012 for indie filmmakers. GoPro Hero firmware update to 24fps & 35Mbit (previously 15Mbit) This is great news because now you can match your Canon DSLR footage seamlessly with your GoPro footage. They are also going to release a Cinestyle with the GoPro, so you will have more color correction latitude in post. Find more info on the GoPro HERE Canon released their DSLR 4K camera The EOS 1D C. Initially we thought this was going to be a great new camera for indie filmmakers. But then the price…

• Official Filmmaking Stuff Book

  Jason Brubaker

  12 Apr 2012 | 9:02 pm

  “Are you looking for filmmaking books?“ As a filmmaker, one of the biggest problems YOU have is finding a way to get your movie made, seen and sold without waiting for some Hollywood yahoo to give you permission. And as you probably know, there are a lot of people who want to make movies. But very few people will actually take action. The good news is this. You no longer need Hollywood. In fact, the future of filmmaking is not Hollywood. It is the thousands of independent filmmakers empowered by the digital revolution. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JNDeAetXgU This filmmaking…

• Writing and making a short film?

  Jurgen Wolff

  26 Mar 2012 | 10:50 am

  Writing and making a short film? Less is more (unless it’s too much less) By Screenwriter Jurgen Wolff I’ve seen a lot of short films over the years. Frequently I’ve been impressed by the visuals, the level of the acting, sometimes the innovative use of a mix of media. Can you guess what most often is the weakest link? It’s the script. Or sometimes the lack of one. In one case, the filmmaker has decided that a short film can’t really tell a story, it can only create a mood. Then we suffer through long, long shots of the sun going down, the blinds casting interesting shadows on the…

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  FilmmakerIQ.com

• To Kill a Canon 7D…

  John P. Hess

  15 May 2012 | 8:14 pm

  How durable is the Canon 7d? DigitalRev TV dares to put the question to the test by hitting it with a car, dropping it down some steps on a wheelchair, freezing it, soaking it, and setting fire to it. [Visit FilmmakerIQ.com for the Full Article.]

• DIY: How To Make The Best Helmetcam Ever

  John P. Hess

  15 May 2012 | 4:02 pm

  The DakaKin team shows you how to create the best Helmetcam ever. [Visit FilmmakerIQ.com for the Full Article.]

• DIY Tilt Shift Adapter Using a 3D Printer

  John P. Hess

  15 May 2012 | 3:45 pm

  Tilt shit adapters can be pretty pricey but Joe Murphy offers up an intriguing DIY solution - printing one up with a 3d Printer. [Visit FilmmakerIQ.com for the Full Article.]

• 13 Things Your Camera Wishes You Knew

  John P. Hess

  15 May 2012 | 3:27 pm

  It can be as simple as point and shoot but there are a wealth of things your DSLR can do beyond that. Here are some helpful tips to shooting better photos (and video). [Visit FilmmakerIQ.com for the Full Article.]

• Director’s Round Table with Tarantino, Jackson, Cameron, Bigelow, Reitman and Daniels

  John P. Hess

  14 May 2012 | 5:07 pm

  Film directors Quentin Tarantino ('Inglourious Basterds'). Peter Jackson ('The Lovely Bones'), James Cameron ('Avatar'), Kathryn Bigelow ('The Hurt Locker'), Jason Reitman ('Up in the Air'), and Lee Daniels ('Precious') talk about the toughest scenes they've had to film for a movie. [Visit FilmmakerIQ.com for the Full Article.]

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  Video News

• The Fujifilm FinePix XP170 Gives You Freedom to Shoot

  Jackson Wong

  15 May 2012 | 11:53 am

  Able to go as far as you are is the hallmark of the FinePix XP line, so the XP170 lets you dive into water as deep as 32 feet and survive a six-foot drop.

• Video Production Tip: Don’t Forget the Fundamentals

  Greg Olson

  14 May 2012 | 3:51 pm

  I had the pleasure of auditing a portion of the videomaker “basics of video production” workshop a couple weeks ago. There are many basic rules when it comes to video, and there is a wealth of basic knowledge that continues to be the foundation for great production. Though I had been exposed to all of this before, it had been years since I had seen the fundamentals of good video production laid out so methodically. It caused me to really think about the basics again.

• Webinar Wednesday: Intermediate Editing Webinar – May 16

  editorialstaff

  10 May 2012 | 2:55 pm

  Our presentation focuses on multi-cam editing, compositing, filters/effects and more; helping you in your quest to make polished and professional-looking video.

• Grinner Survives Massive Car Crash in in-your-face-video

  Mike Rosen

  10 May 2012 | 10:49 am

  On April 20, long-time Videomaker community member Grinner Hester was shooting the third qualifying session of Summit Racing Top Sportsman at the 2012 ADRL Spring Drags III at Bristol Dragway in Tennessee.  Things seemed pretty normal until 21-year-old Lizzy Musi lost control of her car. And, well, just see for yourself: It’s almost impossible to [...]

• A Brief Look Into Video Editing for Mobile Devices

  Guest Blog

  9 May 2012 | 6:22 pm

  Video making has never been more accessible than in today’s mobile world. Almost every digital device, from music players to smart phones, can shoot video. With the increase in video capture, we have also seen a growth in video editing software, especially for mobile devices. We took a walk around the Internet and found quite a few video editing apps.

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  The Athletic Nerd

• Blockbuster Repeat Viewings

  jasonmckinnon

  16 May 2012 | 8:42 am

  IT’S OKAY…  GO BACK AND SEE IT AGAIN. When I was growing up, seeing a movie in theaters twice was unheard of.  Before I had my driver’s license it was pretty much an impossible feat to accomplish.  I lived about 30 minutes outside of a reasonably large city and trips to the theater were few and far between. But you aren’t a movie nerd if you’ve never seen a movie twice during it’s theatrical run.  I finally did it in 1999 when Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace was released.  A group of my friends cut school (sorry mom) and took a bus into the…

• Game Of Thrones Moment: A Man Without Honor

  jasonmckinnon

  15 May 2012 | 12:07 am

  SEASON 2 EPISODE 7 “A MAN WITHOUT HONOR” And so we enter the second half of the unbelievable second season of Game of Thrones.  A Man Without Honor wasn’t as action packed as the last few chapters but it was still full of important moments.  Last week, I complained slightly about Daenerys storyline in Qarth.  It felt like the whole arc had stalled. Thankfully, she seems to have finally hit rock bottom which, to me, means action is coming soon.  Daenery’s is now completely demoralized in her quest for the iron throne.  She has no army, no boats and most…

• Total Film Calls The Athletic Nerd A Cool Blog To Visit

  jasonmckinnon

  15 May 2012 | 12:05 am

  Everyone who starts a blog feels a great sense of pride when someone links to them or mentions their site in any way.  They are tiny victories and for me, they are the fuel that keeps me writing each and every week. Today, The Athletic Nerd was mentioned in Total Film’s weekly newsletter as a cool film blog to visit.  I’m also a part of their extensive ‘600 Movie Blogs You Might Have Missed.’ If you haven’t seen Total Film’s website or the extremely popular magazine be sure to check them out here. Thanks to Total Film for the mention and to…

• Dark Shadows Cursed My Wallet

  jasonmckinnon

  14 May 2012 | 10:00 am

  QUICK COME HERE, NO OVER HERE, NOW BACK HERE, THEN HERE, NOW HERE… Let’s get the obvious out of the way…  I did not care for Dark Shadows.  It’s unfortunate because I was really hoping it would end up being a fun little vampire tale.  The latest Tim Burton/Johnny Depp collaboration is a complete mess.  It seemed like they examined the story arcs of the TV series and crammed every single one of them into a movie that suffers from ADD. XTRA | A Conversation With Tim Burton The opening was fantastic, it set up Depp’s Barnabas well.  But then we spend 30 minutes…

• What If Steve Jobs Was A Screenwriter?

  jasonmckinnon

  10 May 2012 | 9:19 am

  REVEW: STEVE JOBS BY WALTER ISAACSON “My passion has been to build an enduring company where people were motivated to make great products.  Everything else was secondary.  Sure, it was great to make a profit, because that was what allowed you to make great products.  But the products, not the profits, were the motivation… ‘Give the customers what they want.’ But that’s not my approach.  Our job is to figure out what they’re going to want before they do.” (Steve Jobs p567) I’m an Apple fan.  For years I resisted because I felt Windows based…

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  OFC Filmmaking Blog

• Digital Filmmaking News

  admin

  13 May 2012 | 6:31 pm

  Summer Film Program For Military Kids With Autism in San Diego Military children with autism will have the opportunity to learn about filmmaking this summer through a free two-week program in San Diego. Joey Travolta , actor and brother of John Travolta, will be the students' guide – with the help of professional filmmakers from Inclusion Films , Travolta's filmmaking workshop for adults with disabilities. Related Blogs

• Digital Filmmaking News

  admin

  6 May 2012 | 6:37 pm

  MoviePals.com Launches as the Hot New Social Network for Everyone Who Works or Wants to Work in Movies From actors to directors, to the lighting and sound crew, MoviePals’ free feature-rich website has tools to help filmmakers network, find projects, showcase their talent, manage auditions or entire productions, and connect to the world of movies in a better, more productive way.Burbank, CA (PRWEB) May 06, 2012 Making movies requires connecting and working with a lot of different people such as … Workshop on filmmaking for women A filmmaking workshop “The Voices of Women” has been…

• Digital Filmmaking News

  admin

  29 Apr 2012 | 6:39 pm

  Filmmaking as an Alternative Investment Although movie studios lose million of dollars almost every week, investors can profit in ways that have little to do with the box office. Experts discuss docu filmmaking in workshop Last April 16-21, the Goethe Institut, in cooperation with the French embassy, flew in documentary experts, Frenchman Yves de Peretti and German Bettina Braun, to conduct an intensive workshop on documentary filmmaking. Scorsese: 3-D films are the future Martin Scorsese has become so enamoured with 3-D filmmaking that he expects to use the technology in all his future…

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  22 Apr 2012 | 6:44 pm

  Hollywood & Bollywood News Filmmaking is a complex art where the same elements can mix up in different ways to make a completely different film. A case in point is “21 Jump Street”. Lights, Crawfish And Action: Big Easy’s Filmmaking Boom Aided by generous production incentives, Louisiana has enjoyed among the biggest increases in new film production anywhere in the nation. ‘Chimpanzee’ Shows an Evolution of Adventure Filmmaking Walt Disney didn't invent the nature documentary, but from 1948 to 1960, he crossbred it with drama to produce an award-winning line…

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  15 Apr 2012 | 6:36 pm

  New director turns to dark side to make it big She secretly dreamt of becoming a neurosurgeon. Fortunately, Agnieszka Wojtowicz-Vosloo is awful at science. She instead opted for a career that utilizes the right side of her own brain: filmmaking. Bianca wants to pursue career in digital filmmaking read more For Laguna’s Greg MacGillivray, filmmaking is a family business Like most veteran filmmakers and directors, Greg MacGillivray's imagination was lush with visions of how his new project might look. What he didn't readily picture, when he set out to make the new IMAX documentary I…

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• John Cage: A Juilliard Centennial

  John Bailey, ASC

  7 May 2012 | 3:00 am

  In January, 1960 the top rated CBS television game show I’ve Got a Secret featured one of its most unusual celebrity guests. Crew cut, bow-tied, genial host Garry Moore introduced a lanky, tall man in a dark suit. His name was John Cage and Moore called him, “probably one of the most controversial figures in [...]

• Jean Tinguely: “A Magic Stronger Than Death”

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  23 Apr 2012 | 3:00 am

  Shortly after the staged event ended in a tangle of crushed metal and hot ashes, with smoke and steam still rising from the charred ruins, one woman spectator claimed it was a major success. “It was like being in the Twenties again,” she enthused. New York Times art critic John Canaday, a more dispassionate observer, [...]

• Flannery O’Connor: Andalusia in Milledgeville

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  9 Apr 2012 | 3:00 am

  “Lives spent between the house and the chicken yard do not make exciting copy.” This may have been Flannery O’ Connor’s terse judgment on the constricted confines of her family home, Andalusia, a few miles north of the Georgia town of Milledgeville. But in a small bedroom of that house, at first on a battered typewriter [...]

• Raymond Cauchetier’s New Wave Photos at AMPAS

  John Bailey, ASC

  26 Mar 2012 | 3:00 am

  He’s a world traveler who photographed the monumental ruins of the Angkor Wat temple complex in Cambodia as well as hundreds of Romanesque church tympana and sculptures from Norway to Coptic Egypt—but Raymond Cauchetier lives in the same apartment in Paris’ 12th arrondissement where he was born in 1920. He is a photo autodidact who [...]

• The Strandbeests of Theo Jansen

  John Bailey, ASC

  12 Mar 2012 | 3:00 am

  They glide over the smooth, damp sands at the tide line like endoskeletons of some Jurassic raptor. Their creator, an obsessive yet whimsical Dutchman named Theo Jansen hovers over them like a cautious parent at his child’s first bicycle ride. And dogging Jansen’s own heels is his omnipresent Coton de Tulear pooch, Murphy. If Murphy [...]

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• Noomi Rapace Gets Her Own ‘Prometheus’ Viral Video

  16 May 2012 | 2:50 pm

  To ensure that you’re able to freak out and obsess over every single Prometheus detail in existance, the marketing team has gone ahead and created more details to freak out and obsess over. Previously we’ve seen viral videos supporting the flick starring Guy Pearce as well as Michael Fassbender. Now it’s Noomi Rapace’s turn. Kinda intense for a dating profile, but I’d still go out with her.

• Iron Man 3 adds another castmember in James Badge Dale

  16 May 2012 | 2:50 pm

  As IRON MAN 3 prepares to go before the lens within the next month, another actor has joined its ranks. James Badge Dale (THE PACIFIC, THE DEPARTED) has signed on to play Eric Slavin, who is a cyborg/mercenary named Coldblood in his Marvel Comics form. No word on whether or not the character will take on this form in the flick or not, but then again, the details have been pretty sparse on the sequel...

• National CineMedia Adds Comedy And Music To Pre-Movie Programming

  16 May 2012 | 2:30 pm

  Movie-goers will soon be able to see comedy clips from Funny Or Die, music videos from VEVO, and food preparation techniques from celebrity chefs in First Look — the pre-movie programming that National CineMedia provides to theaters — the company said today. It will be up to advertisers to decide what content they want to include or create and selections can vary by region, film, and genre. First Look runs for about 20 minutes before the trailers. Here’s the announcement that National CineMedia made today from its first advertiser upfront presentation in New York:New York, N.Y. – May…

• Imaginative Animated Short Film - CRAYON DRAGON

  16 May 2012 | 2:30 pm

  Here's a fun and imaginative animated short flick called Crayon Dragon created by a second year CalArts student named Toniko Pantoja. The story follows a girl who is "commissioned to paint over an old concrete illustration, in which to her surprise, [she] sinks into. She befriends a painted dragon who has a wing missing." They end up coloring the fantasy world together. It's really quite a touching and cute film, and I hope you enjoy it! Here's another short from Pantoja Serenade to Miette. Source: Via: /film…

• Morgan Freeman In Talks For ‘Last Vegas’

  16 May 2012 | 2:30 pm

  EXCLUSIVE: Morgan Freeman is in negotiations to join the cast of Last Vegas. The flick already has Michael Douglas and Robert De Niro on board. Last Vegas tells the tale of four friends of retirement age who reunite in Sin City for one last blow out at the bachelor party of the only one of the pals who has stayed single. Jon Turtletaub will direct the film. Lawrence Mark is producing with CBS Films and Jon Drake and Nathan Kahane’s newly announced Good Universe.

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• Introducing… The Carolyn Show!

  mikevogel

  16 May 2012 | 12:04 am

  I’ve been working with the very funny Portland cartoonist Carolyn Main on what I’d guess you’d call a web series. I like to think of it more as an infrequently updated online comedy variety show with cartoons and talking animals. Okay, web series it is. Like most people I know these days, I met Carolyn on Twitter and we soon started sending ideas back and forth for little webisodes. We’ve only filmed a few but have many MANY more ideas lined up. To celebrate the launch of The Carolyn Show, there will be a little bash in Portland on Friday (May 18th) at 8pm at Cosmic…

• Baby possums

  mikevogel

  15 May 2012 | 10:39 am

  I generally hate possums, but this morning I saw a possum with two babies clinging to her back.

• My first time doing stand-up

  mikevogel

  7 May 2012 | 12:33 am

  My brother Jon turned 30 on Friday. He decided to have a comedy party, which is where everyone would have to do stand-up, roast him, sing a funny song, or tell a story. It’s a fun idea for a party. One person joked that it was narcissistic to have a party where everyone was forced to talk about you the whole time. But I think everyone eagerly awaits the moment when someone asks/forces them to do something they’ve always secretly wanted to do. Everyone came prepared. Everyone was funny–although it was a pretty forgiving audience since everyone knew they’d have to take…

• First draft of my last Domestic Trilogy movie

  mikevogel

  1 May 2012 | 1:58 am

  If you remember earlier this month, I showed a bunch of notecards for a new movie. I spent April turning those notecards into a script. It’s just a first draft but it will hopefully be a shooting script a year from now. Cranking out 92 pages in four weeks resulted in something I’m excited to see come to life. And if you’ve seen both The Waiting List and Did You Kiss Anyone, let me tell you that this one is going to be… different. Before you congratulate me, let me be a prick and remind you I wrote the entire thing on an iPad.

• Invincible – My 2012 Filmed By Bike Movie

  mikevogel

  17 Apr 2012 | 11:59 pm

  My daughters always want to make a movie with me. Usually, the movies they explain in detail are feature length and run a budget of about $78,000,000 because they have active imaginations and uncompromising visions. A few months ago, I was playing with the Action Movie FX app on my iPhone and thought it would make a fun Filmed By Bike movie with my daughters. I had an idea that would’ve involved both of them, but one actress backed out due to creative differences. So we made an End of the World themed movie in honor of 12/20/2012. I was excited the movie made it into Filmed By Bike and…

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• Hollywood Studio Lots – Are The Best Places To Work in Hollywood

  The Oracle

  3 May 2012 | 5:43 pm

  What’s Outside Your Window at Work ? What’s the coolest thing about working in the Hollywood Production Industry?  For me, it’s especially frick’n cool if you can get a job on a Hollywood Studio Production Lot.  Mainly because,  it’s all about the crazy things you get to see everyday. Many times on a lot, movie [...] Related posts: Hollywood – The Field of Dreamers vs’ Schemers Actors Are Interesting Cats – Part 2 Welcome to The Hollywood Un-Employment Line…

• Breaking into Hollywood – 6 Steps – The Hollywood Job Ladder

  The Oracle

  28 Apr 2012 | 6:05 pm

  Step # 1 – Move to Los Angeles… (Hardest Step of All.. Just do it you big baby !) Step # 2 – Find an Apartment in Hollywood…  (Not that difficult.. Not that expensive) Step # 3 – Find a Job in Hollywood. (PA Jobs are the best. Waitress will do.) Step # 4 – [...] Related posts: Entertainment Careers – On The Job Training: Where to Start? UTA Job List – Your Hollywood Entertainment Career Starts Here.. Hollywood Dream Unknown…

• Have Hollywood Questions – We Have Hollywood Answers

  The Oracle

  21 Apr 2012 | 12:58 pm

  Never fear, the ‘Hollywood Oracle’ is here. If you got a question, we got an answer. Help us.. Help You.. ‘Kelly’ writes in Love your site.. I’m graduating college from the University of North Texas next x-mas with a degree in Tv’ / Film Production and was wondering if I should move to LA right [...] Related posts: Entertainment Careers – On The Job Training: Where to Start? 10 Hollywood Tips On How To Get On A Game Show / Reality Show Hollywood Dream Unknown…

• UTA Job List – Your Hollywood Entertainment Career Starts Here..

  The Oracle

  9 Apr 2012 | 12:18 pm

  The UTA Job List (United Talent Agency)… It’s one of the most sought after and anticipated Entertainment Industry Job Lists for Hollywood. And it’s main area of expertise is for assistant level employment in showbiz. This list is not for the weak or simple minded person. If you apply for these jobs, you better have [...] Related posts: Breaking into Hollywood – 6 Steps – The Hollywood Job Ladder Hollywood Dream Unknown… Entertainment Careers – On The Job Training: Where to Start?

• Hollywood Dream Unknown…

  The Oracle

  8 Feb 2012 | 11:19 am

  What are you good at? For some of you lucky ones out there, you already know what you want to do in Hollywood before you even get here. But for some, it’s not as easy. For a few, It will be like starting a four college with ‘UNDECLARED’ for a major.  It’s going to take [...] Related posts: Top 10 Hollywood Job Tips for Requesting ‘On The Job Training’ Finding Hollywood Acting Jobs at LA CASTING Breaking into Hollywood – 6 Steps – The Hollywood Job Ladder

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• Opening ceremony underway at Cannes Film Festival

  FIN Staff

  16 May 2012 | 12:39 pm

  The 2012 Cannes Film Festival opens today with Moonrise Kingdom directed by Wes Anderson. Europe’s largest film festival is welcoming a host of films from around the world that include special out of competition screenings. Earlier in the day the festival was criticized by some media agencies for failing to nominate any female directors in its Official Selection category. The lack of female filmmakers in this year’s selection is a sticking point for the festival, as it has been 19 years since Jane Campion won the Palme d’Or for ‘The Piano’ in 1993. Stars set to attend this year…

• Exclusive Interview: Liam Neeson talks Battleship duties

  Iain Alexander

  15 May 2012 | 10:29 am

  The ‘Battleship’ is about to blast its way on to our screens this week and what better way to fire the first shot than to get the commanding shout from the admiral himself. Liam Neeson has been in the ‘blockbuster’ spotlight ever since he challenged Christian Bale in 2005 hit ‘Batman Begins’, directed by Christopher Nolan. After a string of successful movies including the critically adored ‘Taken’ and the popcorn fun of ‘The A-Team’, Neeson once again becomes part of the action in this spring’s biggest budget thrill. Also,…

• The ultimate editing suite for indie filmmakers

  Iain Alexander

  14 May 2012 | 7:14 am

  When it comes to editing short films, there is only one combination of tools in my view that can adequately match the need of indie filmmakers. Whether you are editing your first short film, documentary or a music video, having the right combination of tools to make your workflow easy to manage is important. Below I am going to put a list of items that I feel can provide you with a proper editing solution and go through each one, and why I think it’s good: Ultimate tools Apple Macbook Pro 17″ + 27″ Apple display monitor Combining the power of the Apple MacBook Pro and an…

• Exclusive interview: Rihanna talks Battleship role

  Iain Alexander

  12 May 2012 | 9:50 am

  In her first major onscreen role, Rihanna plays Cora Raikes, a weapons officer in the upcoming blockbuster ‘Battleship’. Often at the centre of debate for her raunchy, yet highly entertaining music videos, Rihanna makes her first big splash in this epic sci-fi film alongside ‘Taken’ star Liam Neeson and Taylor Kitsch. Music stars like Rihanna who have made the transition to film include the likes of Jennifer Lopez and Mariah Carey. Today, Rihanna is one of the world’s most recognised names and her role in ‘Battleship’ could kickstart a big career in…

• 2012 Student Academy Awards announces Foreign Film winners

  FIN Staff

  12 May 2012 | 8:44 am

  Beverly Hills, CA – Three student films, selected from 51 entries representing 29 countries, have been selected as winners in the Foreign Film category in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ 39th Annual Student Academy Awards competition. The student filmmakers will be brought to Los Angeles to join U.S.-based Student Academy Award® recipients for a week of industry activities. The festivities will culminate in the awards ceremony on Saturday, June 9, at 6 p.m. at the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. The 2012 Foreign Film winners are (listed…

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• Home Media Magazine announces The Best in Blu-ray!

  MenagerieAdmin

  15 May 2012 | 5:07 pm

  Cinephiles, TV fans and home entertainment enthusiasts alike visited HomeMediaMagazine.com to vote for their favorite DVD and Blu-ray Disc titles of 2011. Consumer voting was combined with ballots submitted by a panel of journalist and blogger judges and on April 30 the winners were announced. Warner Home Video’s Ben-Hur: Ultimate Collector’s Edition captured the leader board and top prize of Title of the Year and our very own Star Wars: The Complete Saga Blu-ray Collectionranked second in total number of wins receiving FIVE awards including: “Best Blu-ray Disc of the Year”,…

• Mother’s Day Competitive Set

  MenagerieAdmin

  10 May 2012 | 5:48 pm

  Mom. Mother. Stepmom. Mother-in-Law. Every May we honor the women who breed life into our world, put a song in our heart and remind us to brush our teeth before bed. In the great stories of film, Mom can personify the superhero as in The Incredibles or be disguised as the villain as in Snow White. She can embody the fearlessness of youth as in Juno or be the one most feared as in Alien. Her journey can be at the heart of the film as in The Changeling or become the thread that holds many stories together as in Four Brothers. Most of us wouldn’t consider Psycho or Dumbo the traditional…

• Dirty Dancing and the ART of the Story

  MenagerieAdmin

  27 Apr 2012 | 5:47 pm

  One of the most common strategies in Home Entertainment marketing is to blanket the key art in “star sell.” It works well with strong character stories and multiple movie collections. When Lionsgate Home Entertainment asked us to re-imagine a 2 movie collection of Dirty Dancing in a more illustrative manner without star sell, it was music to our ears. We set our toes a-tapping and dived into our illustrative and storytelling mindset. By engaging the talent of artists Cliff Cramp, Brian Rood and Tony Hsu we created a unique vision for the collection with a raw, sexy new look. Below is…

• BOOK REVIEW: Damn Good Advice (for people with talent!)

  MenagerieAdmin

  27 Apr 2012 | 9:24 am

  Every once in awhile we come across a book so clearly written with authentic passion and insight that we can’t wait to share it with our closest friends and colleagues. So buckle in for a quick tour inside the mind of one of advertising’s original Mad Men. George Lois is considered “the most creative, prolific advertising communicator of our time.” His book, Damn Good Advice (for people with talent!), encompasses 25 years of business and creative industry wisdom. Through George’s life experiences he teaches us to discover our own creative potential with an “unabashed…

• Courageous Spirit Key Art Competitive Set

  MenagerieAdmin

  26 Apr 2012 | 7:42 pm

  Courage. It’s found in the stories of our lives and is at the heart of meaningful filmmaking. Courage needs the hero to bring focus, action and personal stakes to a cause. The hero is the change agent, a messenger of courage and hope, inspiring, motivating and transforming his world. Looking at a few of film’s most celebrated heroes Harry Potter, Anakin Skywalker and Katniss Everdeen, we realize these properties connected with audiences and earned their riches because their foundation is a courageous story. Each character copes with the death of a parent, a deep emotional loss…

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• CLICKIN’ FOR LOVE AND THE HARD REALITIES OF INDIE FILMMAKING

  Filmcourage

  15 May 2012 | 10:53 pm

  PABLO PAPPANO FILMMAKER (Photo of Writer/Director/Producer Pablo Pappano and Audrey Quinn) read more

• FILM COURAGE & HOLLYSHORTS GIVE AWAY PAIRS OF 2012 SIFF TICKETS!

  Filmcourage

  14 May 2012 | 11:22 am

  FILM COURAGE & THE HOLLYSHORTS FILM FESTIVAL PRESENT Free Ticket Giveaway to the 2012 Seattle International Film Festival read more

• MIKE BIRBIGLIA'S SHORT FILM FROM 'THIS AMERICAN LIFE LIVE' WITH NPR'S TERRY GROSS

  Filmcourage

  14 May 2012 | 12:41 am

  Look Out for Mike Birbiglia's Next Film, "Sleepwalk With Me." In Theaters Aug 24th, 2012! read more

• SUMMITING YOUR FIRST FEATURE FILM:

  Filmcourage

  14 May 2012 | 12:28 am

  GO FOR ORIGINAL, GO FOR CRAZY AND FIGHT LIKE HELL LAURENCE BRAUN FILMMAKER read more

• INDIE FILMMAKER TALKS TRASH ABOUT KICKSTARTING HIS WEB SERIES

  Filmcourage

  13 May 2012 | 11:17 pm

  RYAN NOEL FILMMAKER read more

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• Racial Conflict in the USA

  Michael Fox

  9 May 2012 | 10:09 pm

  The United States claims many freedoms, one of which is freedom of speech. Blend this with on-going racial tensions and anti-immigration sentiment and you get groups such as the National Socialist Movement going head-to-head with a cross-section of representative races. This short video was captured while “embedded” with the NSM during an rally that the group held in the sanctuary city of Pomona, California, not far from Los Angeles. Over the years I have covered a number of activities and events by white power groups such as the NSM, including other NSM rallies, and Ku Klux Klan…

• Infographic – a brief history of digital video formats

  Michael Fox

  22 Apr 2012 | 6:50 pm

  Helping you choose the Best Media Player for your PC – Infographic by RealPlayer  

• Essential Reading – Trailer Mechanics

  Michael Fox

  18 Apr 2012 | 6:44 pm

  There are a LOT of books available on various topics related to film-making.  I am sure I am not alone when I seek comfort in books during times of stress and a seemingly unavoidable lack of productivity.  As a consequence, over the years I have amassed many books on these topics, some of which are no more than 25% read.  But one book which I have been reading again, recently, is Trailer Mechanics; A Guide To Making Your Documentary Fundraising Trailer by Fernanda Rossi. Trailer Mechanics is one of those rare books that is worth every dollar.  Packed with solid, valuable, and entirely…

• Apple’s Arrogance?

  Thought Action Group

  23 Feb 2012 | 1:46 pm

  OK, I have to admit, I am an Apple fan.  I love the design and usability of their products, the integration of software and hardware across multiple devices, and the attention to giving me the tools I need to do my job(s).  But I am wondering if the company’s arrogance is getting a little out of hand, with the potential risk of them alienating the core-group of devotees that supported them through those days at $4/share. A recent example heightened this impression.  I had just taken delivery of some nice, shiny new Apple equipment (I now need a bigger desk) and realized that I needed…

• Engineering a Photojournalism Revival?

  Thought Action Group

  20 Feb 2012 | 3:04 pm

  Much continues to be said about the state of photojournalism, by which I am referring to still photography.  There is the doomsday crowd, forever proclaiming the death of photojournalism.  There are the many (many) schools and colleges continuing to offer expensive photojournalism courses as a viable (yet often misleading) career path.  And there are those photojournalists who adapt and adjust in an effort to achieve their ultimate aim of making a difference to the lives of others. I was privileged to have dinner with an elite crowd of the latter category of photojournalists in San…