by State Library and Archives of Florida Article by Sid Kali I'm an independent filmmaker that always thought search engine optimization (SEO) was a tool used by online hucksters to separate people from their money.I changed my mind after seeing how effectively my good friend Tim Beachum SEO & Internet Marketing Consultant promoted the indie feature Consignment. He co-produced and edited … [Read more...]
Filmmaker Fundamentals – What You Need to Know About Film Production Insurance
As an independent film producer, part of your job is cutting expenses. Can you get away with two days at that location instead of five? Can you get by with fewer production assistants? But there are some costs a filmmaker just can't afford to cut, and film production insurance is one of those costs.Actually, producers don't just need a single type of insurance. They need several kinds of insurance because each policy covers a different aspect … [Read more...]
Iran & Indonesia Documentaries, Film-Maker Seeks Investors
On my way back from a two week trip to glorious Indonesia, I was jet lagged, weary, and ready to come home. As I proceeded to the Air Tran ticket check in counter in Los Angeles, I saw a tall, handsome chap who kindly checked in my bags and gave me my air ticket.The wait and queue was quite long, which made customers in line a bit irritable. It got a bit tense, but nevertheless I patiently had a brief conversation with this intellectual … [Read more...]
Filmmaker Fundamentals – An Independent Film Producer’s Guide to Writing a Business Plan
When it comes to the practical aspects of filmmaking, ranging from camera selection to mastering editing systems, independent film producers seem ready to rise to every challenge. But tell one of these folks they have to come up with a business plan and find investors to support their film and you'll find most looking for a stage door to exit. Why? Because if indie producers liked asking permission to do something or taking orders from others . . … [Read more...]
Filmmaker Offers $3 Million For Proof That Elvis Presley Is Alive
Adam Muskiewicz is a filmmaker, and director, filming a documentary addressing the possibility of Elvis Presley being alive. This may sound crazy at first. However, Mr. Muskiewicz has approached his film as an objective investigative reporter. Perhaps even scientifically.The documentary film includes many people who knew Elvis, including insider people among his family and friends. Insider information reveals the possibility that Elvis may … [Read more...]
Want to be a Filmmaker?
Article by Sam S Making films is a great way to express yourself creatively, work within a fun industry and also make a living while you're at it. So how do you get into this industry? The answer is often much easier than people think. At a Spike Less conference in Toronto conference a couple of years ago, Mr. Lee addressed this very question from an ambitious film student. This film student … [Read more...]
Zoya Akhtar Modern Day Bollywood Filmmaker
Zoya Akhtar is a modern-day Bollywood Filmmaker. Her first film was the critically applauded LUCK BY CHANCE (2009). Name: Zoya Akhtar Born: 9th January 1974 Occupation: Director, Casting Director Years Active: 1999- Present Personal life Zoya Akhtar was born on 9th January 1974 to poet, lyricist, and screenwriter is daughter of Javed Akhtar and screenwriter Honey Irani. Her twin brother is Bollywood actor, director, producer, singer and lyricist … [Read more...]
Filmmaking Filmmaker
Article by Brajesh Greater Noida, New DelhiThe New York Film Academy is situated in thriving Greater Noida. Located in the north Indian state of Uttar Pradesh near Delhi, Greater Noida is one of the largest industrial townships in Asia. It is a fast growing region, on a trajectory to be one of the largest industrial and cultural hubs of India. Visitors to greater Noida will find a Formula 1 … [Read more...]
What Lessons The Alchemist Taught The Filmmaker – Part 1 of 2
Article by Sid Kali What Lessons The Alchemist Taught The Filmmaker - Part 1 of 2 - Self Help - Motivational Search by Author, Title or Content Article ContentAuthor NameArticle Title Home Submit Articles Author Guidelines Publisher Guidelines Content Feeds RSS Feeds FAQ Contact Us Last week I was … [Read more...]
A Filmmaking Software Is Great Aid for Any Filmmaker
Article by Seth Peters A Filmmaking Software Is Great Aid for Any Filmmaker - Entertainment - Movies Search by Author, Title or Content Article ContentAuthor NameArticle Title Home Submit Articles Author Guidelines Publisher Guidelines Content Feeds RSS Feeds FAQ Contact Us Filmmaking is costly, even … [Read more...]