Question by Chris G: What is the best computer and camcorder setup for amateur film? I know the best HD camcorders used for movies can run tens of thousands of dollars, as can a high end computer with good editing software. I want to know what it would take to put together an enjoyable film with good edit and detail at an affordable cost by most middle class Americans, also will I need more than just a good computer and camera? Best … [Read more...]
Video Game Addiction Documentary
We had to make a documentary in my film making class. documentaries aren't our thing but it turned out pretty good … [Read more...]
Five minutes to midnight: Chile shows the way
Five minutes to midnight: Chile shows the way In the last two decades when the world has been plagued by terrorism, violence, war, poverty, disease and natural disasters like tsunamis and earthquakes, the pictures of the amazing operation of rescue of 33 miners trapped in the copper and gold mine in Copiapo in San Hose, Chile, will probably go down as this decade's best loved story. Read more on Calcutta News … [Read more...]
When Libs refer to “the oil companies” whom do they mean?
Question by truthisback: When Libs refer to "the oil companies" whom do they mean? The retailer, which is typically independent? The jobber who brought the gasoline to the retailer's tanks? The wholesaler / terminal operator? The pipeline or barge company? The traders? The refiner? The tanker company? The exploration and production company? The contract driller? The seismology firm that advises the exploration and production … [Read more...]
Indie Filmmaking Tips & Tricks 2
Indie filmmaking tips and tricks from the set of The Graduates. Background Imaging: using subtle images in the background to reinforce the reality of a scene is not only smart, it's necessary. Ever seen a street scene from the 50's where a Hummer passes in the bg? Or a parade in "Boston" with a Maryland Lottery billboard in the bg? Little slips like that seep into the viewer subconscious (or worse, into their conscious mind) and ruin the reality … [Read more...]
MOCA, Pacific Design Center and Charles S. Cohen Present ‘Counter Culture, Counter Cinema: An Avant-Garde Film …
MOCA, Pacific Design Center and Charles S. Cohen Present 'Counter Culture, Counter Cinema: An Avant-Garde Film ... First avant-garde film festival in Los Angeles celebrating the works of Film-Maker's Cooperative of New York City. With live appearances by film legends Jonas Mekas, Carolee Schneemann, and Ken Jacobs. A fundraiser for The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles and Film-Maker's Cooperative. PUBLIC WELCOME Read more on PRWeb via … [Read more...]
Q&A: Are there any good conspiracy documentaries out there?
Question by Flowersinbloom: Are there any good conspiracy documentaries out there? Hi. I like documentaries and lately I've been interested in conspiracy documentaries. I've already seen Loose Change and The New World Order documentaries. Are there any others out there similar to these, that I can watch online?Thanks! Best answer: Answer by lalaNot that i know of Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments! … [Read more...]
Spiders On Drugs (Aranhas Drogadas)
EN:::In 1965, Dr Peter Witt gave drugs to spiders and observed their effects on web building. This short film about the results of the experiment was created by First Church Of Christ, Filmmaker. ----You may activate the subtitles by clicking on the white-triangle-on-a-black-background button on the bottom right of the video player and selecting the language of your choice. PT:::Em 1965, Dr. Peter Witt administrou drogas a aranhas e observou seus … [Read more...]
Lastest Digital Film School News
Community Calendar Oak Leaves and Forest Leaves welcome items for the Community Calendar, as well as items for Business Briefs, Campus News, Community Briefs, School Digest and Your Page. Items must be received minimum of 10 days prior to publication. Fax (708) 383-3678; e-mail oakpark@pioneerlocal.com; or mail to Pioneer Press, 1010 W. Lake St., Suite 104, Oak Park, IL 60301. Read more on Oak Park Leaves Centre for Iranian Studies Launch … [Read more...]
Q&A: Is it possible to do directing, acting, and film editing?
by Steve Rhodes Question by filmgrl2010: Is it possible to do directing, acting, and film editing? I want to go into Film Production and I'm going to study film studies and whatever courses follow after in college...I'm particularly interested in Film editing, acting, as well as directing movies...in the film industry is it possible for me to like do all three of those things? Best answer: Answer by oneofthetailiesyeah Give your answer to this … [Read more...]