by The Library of Congress American Film Schools cost anywhere from $ 15,000 to $ 42,000 a year. When famous alum like George Lucas and Martin Scorsese went, the industry was very different, and their programs did not cost even a fraction of this amount. As a graduate of NYU Film, I learned the hard way of the gross disconnect between what is taught there, and how little it prepares a graduate for either working in the industry or making … [Read more...]
Debunking 5 Myths About Independent Filmmaking
1.) Distribution Deals Are DeadWrong - all the deals and more are there waiting to be had if your film follows the basic simple rules: that it tells a story, that it is reasonably priced, that you have cleared all the rights, especially the music rights, and if you have proper marketing materials. All films have an income potential. The trick is to ascertain what that income is, and then make your film for less.2.) Best Filmmakers Have the Best … [Read more...]