Question by Dick: as an indie filmmaker, how can you get your movie distributed by netflix? i would like my movies to be available through netflix, how do i do that? do they reject certain titles? Best answer: Answer by mdI doubt netflix wants to ship out student films. hahahaha I'm pretty sure they move films that are professional and are distributed through major companies. Even "indie" companies are bigger than your moms basement. Give … [Read more...]
Trailer for The Parking Lot Movie
Visit www.theparkinglotmovie.com for more on the feature-length movie on Parking Lot Attendants … [Read more...]
Q&A: any silent movie ideas for my digital filmmaking class project?
Question by huizar_carlos: any silent movie ideas for my digital filmmaking class project? i got to have some obsticles in the idea and my crew are 5 guys including me and a girl. it has to be at least 4 mins long any ideas Best answer: Answer by xrae12charlie chaplin???? What do you think? Answer below! … [Read more...]
Low Budget Indie Filmmaking : How to Cast a Movie
A good cast is essential to any movie, but is especially important for indie films. Learn how to cast a movie with expert filmmaking tips in this free video clip. Expert: Kevin Lindenmuth Contact: www.lindenmuth.com Bio: Kevin Lindenmuth has worked in the film/video business for more than 20 years. He received his BA in film/video production from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in 1987. Filmmaker: Travis Waack Video Rating: 4 / 5 … [Read more...]
Q&A: The Movie “Machete” Causing a Stir Over Illegal Immigration?
Question by Jim: The Movie "Machete" Causing a Stir Over Illegal Immigration? The post is a little long but this is a shorter version: Rodriguez made a point of promoting the film a few months ago with a trailer that called out the state of Arizona for its controversial new immigration-policing law, stoking fears among anti-illegal immigration hardliners that the finished movie would be even more inflammatory than it is. It also prompted the … [Read more...]
How to Direct a Movie: Independent Filmmaking : How to Schedule Movie Scenes
If you're working on making a movie, you know that scheduling is very important. Learn how to schedule scenes for your Indie film with tips from an expert in this free filmmaking video. Expert: Rhett Reiger Contact: www.whitecaspianstudios.com Bio: Rhett Reiger began his career in the movies as a writer and actor. After attending film school in San Francisco, he turned to directing small indie films and commercials. Filmmaker: Rhett … [Read more...]
Q&A: Is ‘Paranormal Activity a real documentary, or a directed-written movie?
by Steve Rhodes Question by Jonathan: Is 'Paranormal Activity a real documentary, or a directed-written movie? Watched it, just curious! Thanks to those who help me find the answer. Best answer: Answer by Scar JokesNo, it was written and directed by Oren Peli. What do you think? Answer below! … [Read more...]
I need a voiceover for a movie trailer?
by cesarharada.com Question by Mark: I need a voiceover for a movie trailer? I am an independent filmmaker working on an upcoming project and I want to do this thing right. I am going to release a trailer for the short film first to get people interested. The only problem is, I can not do a voiceover to save my life. I've tried recording my voice and adding a pitch shift, but it sounds like a distorted voice. I was wondering if anyone knew anyone … [Read more...]
Independent Filmmakers Tackle Movie On Demand Market
by cesarharada.com Independent Filmmakers Tackle Movie On Demand Market Independent filmmakers making smaller budget movies outside of Hollywood without the safety net of a studio or name stars face limited distribution options after they complete their movie. Most major movie distribution companies do not acquire the rights to completed movies that do not have bankable stars in them. Lots of independent filmmakers cannot afford to … [Read more...]
The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie Editing (Abridged Version) Part 1
Please Buy the Original Film!!! The Cutting Edge - The Magic of Movie Editing (2004) - Abridged Version "Editing is what makes film a film." The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie Editing is a 2004 documentary film directed by filmmaker Wendy Apple. The film is about the art of film editing. Clips are shown from many groundbreaking films with innovative editing styles. The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Editing teaches the viewer how editors compile … [Read more...]