Question by Film B.A. from yesterday: What's the most affordable camera to make a decent documentary? I did my B.A. in film 10 years ago, and I've been "missing in action" in the film industry for years. I want to go back to it, and start off with some documentaries, but I'd like some insider opinions on what camera I could purchase to start off with that can make a decent looking documentary and doesn't cost too much (i've been told a $ 2000 … [Read more...]

Media Literacy and Filmmaking Workshop Co-Sponsored by: Salazar Chicago Public School Spring 2008 In May of 2008, 33 eighth grade students at Ruben Salazar Elementary embarked on a project to create their own documentary. The week long program began with Split Pillow's Media Literacy session taught by Columbia College Faculty and Independent Filmmaker, Mary Filice. Split Pillow counselors included Corece Smith, Brendan Reynolds, and Antuan … [Read more...]

The Inca Civilization was an aboriginal American Indian culture that evolved in the Andean region (western South America) prior to Spanish exploration and conquest in the 16th century. The pre-Columbian civilization was extraordinary in its developments of human society and culture, ranking with the early civilizations of Egypt, Mesopotamia.There are several myths about Pre-Inca Civilizations. As with all ancient civilizations, legends and … [Read more...]