Question by nataanii: Can an actor do this? Myself and my partner are first time filmmakers and we hired this non union young actor to play a small non lead role in our film. We had offered him from day one a fifteen thousand flat fee to play in the film, which he agreed to when he signed the contract, and by us being first time filmmakers, we had to push back our filming date from the 6th of April to the 13th of April, but ending at the same … [Read more...]
Breaking Into Hollywood – How Do I Translate The Entertainment Trades Into Project Sales?
Breaking Into Hollywood - How Do I Translate The Entertainment Trades Into Project Sales? One of my most popular articles to date has been "Breaking Into Hollywood - Do I Need to Read the Trades?" In that post, I outlined the minimum types of information you should scan the trades for and also suggested key trades to read. Thanks to the strong response I received, in this article, I'm going to follow up with specific examples of … [Read more...]
Documentary How To: Raising Money
Jilann Spitzmiller shares with you how to raise money for your documentary in two weeks or less! Jilann is a Documentary Producer, Director, Editor, Cinematographer and teacher whose award-winning work has been shown around the globe. She most recently won a Casey Medal for Meritorious Journalism for her work in the POV PBS documentary, CRITICAL CONDITION, which she co-produced and co-directed. She produced the award-winning SHAKESPEARE BEHIND … [Read more...]
Source4Style Creates Online Marketplace for Sustainable Fashion
Source4Style Creates Online Marketplace for Sustainable Fashion OAKLAND, CA — When companies and designers want to make fashion that is more sustainable, one issue is figuring out what materials are better choices, but an even bigger issue is actually finding those materials. Read more on GreenBiz Intergraph® Releases SmartPlant® 3D Materials Handling Edition Software to Automate Design of Bulk Facilities Intergraph® has released the first … [Read more...]
Product placement in indie films
Question by bigjaredfish: Product placement in indie films Are indie filmmakers allowed to directly reference or mention brands, companies, or famous figures? More specifically, are they allowed to speak negatively about them without paying some type of royalty or negotiating some type of deal? Best answer: Answer by LuluMialuNo. You need to obtain permission from the company to place their product or logo in your film. Often they'll let you … [Read more...]
Acting Classes NYC: Director
by copycatko Acting Classes NYC: Director Founded in 1986, The Theatre Group has earned its reputation and award-winning recognition for unconditional dedication to the art of acting. Originally founded and operated out of a railroad flat on Theatre Street, The Theatre Group has grown into a mid-size theatre organization providing inspiration and resources to the entire arts community of NYC. With the The Theatre Group Arts Center … [Read more...]
24 Shot Exercise Film 21
Individual 24 shots exercise for the Intermediate Film Production Class. Requirements-- 24 Essential camera shots, Only 5-7seconds each shot, shots could not relate in any way (no story). Written, directed, shot, edited, by Damian Apunte Video Rating: 5 / 5 www.markapsolon.com Ok this is my 6th time trying to upload this sucker. Its a short horror film that I did a very long time ago in a galaxy far far away for an … [Read more...]
Jackson threat to pull ‘Hobbit’ film from NZealand
NASA Video / Social Media Producer – Student CO-OP Opportunity Image by NASA Goddard Photo and Video Updated September 27, 2010 NASA invites students working towards a degree in television/film, journalism, media relations, or web communications to participate in our exciting science storytelling program – before you graduate. You’ll gain on the job experience as you work with a leading team of science communicators to produce, manage and … [Read more...]
What are some of the best schools for film production?
by vancouverfilmschool Question by frozenfrog12: What are some of the best schools for film production? I have good grades and test scores so i'd like to go somewhere respectable and with smart people. Also, I have tiny bit of experience - 9th grade movie making class, but will i need more to get into a good school for film production? Best answer: Answer by allegoryUnsurprisingly, New York University and University of California, Los … [Read more...]
Film Budgeting and Producing
Film Budgeting and Producing Film budget "Guru" Norman C. Berns is that rare breed that understands how to bridge budget with creativity. He is a respected producer, unit production manager, line producer, and supervising producer. I respect his work. He is one cool cat. Moving on… Those jobs above stood out to me as an indie filmmaker listening to an interview he did with Movie Biz coach. Norman C. Berns put that experience to … [Read more...]