Kashyap's 'That Girl in Yellow Boots' big hit in Toronto By Gurmukh Singh, Toronto, Sep 19 : The red carpet was rolled out for Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap and his cast for the premiere of his movie "That Girl In Yellow Boots" at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). And the audience response was "incredible". Read more on New Kerala Encounter with Obama turns Frankln Lakes man into "Celebrity Magnet" FRANKLIN LAKES — The way Tom … [Read more...]
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Secretary-General Attends Documentary Film Forum Image by United Nations Photo Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon (left) meets with Christy Turlington, model and maternal health advocate, at a documentary film forum entitled "Envision: Addressing Global Issues through Documentaries". This Millennium Development Goals-focused forum is the result of collaboration between the non-profit Independent Filmmaker Project (IFP) and the Department of … [Read more...]
What indie filmmaker groups exist in the Grand Rapids, MI area?
Question by g g: What indie filmmaker groups exist in the Grand Rapids, MI area? I'm looking to meet other filmmakers in West Michigan. Is there a group or workshop that meets regularly? Best answer: Answer by x_kookoo4kokopuffs_xCheck out myspace groups. make one if there isnt one Give your answer to this question below! … [Read more...]
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On the Bowery: movie review The 1950s documentary ‘On the bowery’ took men at the bottom of their lives and spun a story. Read more on The Christian Science Monitor The Leading Business Weekly FILMMAKER, director and a “minor local television celebrity” Ben Mahaka recently spoke to Ngoni Muzofa about, among other things, his motivation, current projects, and the impact his wife has had on his career and new found faith. Read more on Zimbabwe … [Read more...]
Becoming An Independent Filmmaker?
Question by SpankRamen: Becoming An Independent Filmmaker? I have always wanted to become an independent filmmaker, but I'm not exactly sure how or where to begin. Are there any filmmakers or film students than can give me any really good advice? Best answer: Answer by special-chemical-xMy advice is that unless you have such a burning desire for it that you are willing to take a 90% chance you will end up broke, don't go for it. There are … [Read more...]
I am looking to become an independent filmmaker and I need a good camera for less than $600…?
Question by coolkiddtm: I am looking to become an independent filmmaker and I need a good camera for less than 0...? So, I really want to make a movie, but I need a good camera first. Ideally, I would like something HD, that easily transfers video to the computer for editing. Also, I would like it to perhaps have manual focus and as many other manual settings as possible. Another feature that I've heard of is "24p Cinema Mode." It sounds like … [Read more...]
What is the best way for an independent filmmaker to record sound for a short film with a very small budget?
Question by Tony: What is the best way for an independent filmmaker to record sound for a short film with a very small budget? I am planning on shooting my first short film. I am not a film student, have ZERO experience in filmmaking and know NOTHING about film and sound equipment. I am planning on shooting this film with a DV or HDV camcorder (although I have yet to purchase it). I already know that, no matter what camcorder I purchase, the … [Read more...]
What is the best camera for an independent filmmaker?
by uniondocs Question by Memo hEREDZ M: What is the best camera for an independent filmmaker? Im going to start making some films. i want to get a cammera That its good for the job. A camera that I could hold for a long time and make quality films with it, I want to carry it arround, and be able to change the lenses. i can pay some moeny, but i would really rather a chea one. So, witch one do you guys think its the best value?? Tahnks! Best … [Read more...]
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Indie Filmmaker Gives Up: Her Signature Film Now Available to Remix As the first film in the new Film Sleepy genre, "WebcamMurder.com" was intended to put the audience to sleep...and turn the entertainment industry around...for health's sake. But like "green" products when they first came out, "WebcamMurder.com" and its sister Film Sleepy, "Sublime Crime: A Subliminal Mystery" are having a hard time convincing consumers to do the sensible … [Read more...]
5 “must read” books for the passionate independent filmmaker
by th.omas 5 "must read" books for the passionate independent filmmaker Is your film career worth 30 minutes of your time everyday? As you make your professional journey through the film industry, you will encounter both challenges and uncertainty that might leave you feeling hopeless and discouraged. But there is always an answer/solution to any problem you might face as a movie director, producer or scriptwriter. "There will … [Read more...]