by rasdourian The 5 Trends That Make Sxsw 2008 the Indie Film Fest You Need to Know About SXSW 2008 Film Festival wrapped up this weekend, leaving in its wake a single tattered, oh so earnest, snapshot of Indie filmmaking. If Sundance is the official word on the state of indie filmmaking, SXSW is what you'll learn going to your local bar. Getting down with SXSW is what it takes to get your ear close to the American independent … [Read more...]
Raymond Carver “Why Don’t You Dance?” – Short Film (AUCB)
this is a short film I made for my directing exercise for my film production course at the Arts University College Bournemouth. Based on the novel by Raymond Carver. it was filmed in 4 hours and edited in 5 hours. Directed by Nick Rowland, Camera Chris PK, sound Peter Allen, edited by Hana Abdulla and Nick Rowland. production design by Nick Rowland, Jabez Bartlett and Rhianna Micciche. CAST: DAN GREEST, LAUREN SQUIRES AND GRAHAM JONES Video … [Read more...]
AOL Partners with Marlo Thomas to Launch Content-Rich Site MarloThomas.com
NNN Chapter 1 DVDs now on sale! Image by fallentomato The wait is over! You can now purchase Chapter 1: New Beginnings on DVD. Go to the CreateSpace store ( www.createspace.com/288112 ) and order a copy for (+S&H). I will also be bringing copies to Brickworld in June and BrickCon in September, if you want to buy them in person and save on shipping. Woohoo! For m...ore details about the DVD contents check out the post on the main NNN … [Read more...]
Are there courses or majors at West Virginia University that can teach me film editing or directing?
by Cayusa Question by M: Are there courses or majors at West Virginia University that can teach me film editing or directing? I want to become a film editor or director one day. Are there any classes at WVU that can teach me that? Best answer: Answer by AmarettaHave you checked their website to see if they offer a major in that subject? Add your own answer in the comments! … [Read more...]
The Three Stages of Commercial Film Production
by vancouverfilmschool The Three Stages of Commercial Film Production The methods that each individual film producer uses may vary but in the end, for the most part, all commercial films are made by the same three stage process. Inevitably production will be broken up into other sub-stages but in the end everything that is dome will fall into one of three categories.The first stage of any commercial film production will be the … [Read more...]
The FACTORY Digital Filmmaking Program at DEC Jeff Reed show spot
Parody of Night of the Living Dead starring Pittsburgh Steeler kicker Jeff Reed that aired on his television show on November 1, 2008. Created by students of The FACTORY Digital Filmmaking Program at the Douglas Education Center in Monessen, PA the film is loaded with humor that will appeal to fans of the "Stillers" as well as Pittsburgh natives who will appreciate the inside-jokes. Look for cameos by horror legend Tom Savini and the famous first … [Read more...]
Lastest Screenwriter News
Screenwriter Irving Ravetch dies Oscar-nominated screenwriter Irving Ravetch dies aged 89, his family confirm. Read more on BBC News Screenwriter Irving Ravetch dies in Los Angeles The family of Irving Ravetch says the screenwriter-producer has died at age 89 in Los Angeles after a lingering illness. Read more on AP via Yahoo! News … [Read more...]
(Attention Experienced Filmmakers) Which Independent Film Camera Will be Best for Me?
by th.omas Question by Mach Four: (Attention Experienced Filmmakers) Which Independent Film Camera Will be Best for Me? Okay so I need a camera that will last me a few years. I'm turning sixteen in a few months and I want something that'll last me until at least college. I make movies ranging from home movie kind of things to more serious productions. I have a basic Sony Handycam right now which I'm not thrilled with for anything more than just … [Read more...]
Q&A: does any one have any tips or advice for how to prepare for an interview for film and video production course?
Question by Denzo: does any one have any tips or advice for how to prepare for an interview for film and video production course? I am willing to study Film and Video Production course at a university, i was wondering if anyone can give me tips and advice for preparing for the interview and any example questions Thank You Best answer: Answer by educationdegreeHey! Video Professor is the long-time trusted name in computer learning! Help your … [Read more...]
Indie Filmmakers Looking for Film Buyers: 5 Reasons Why It’s Never Too Early to Start Marketing
by rasdourian Indie Filmmakers Looking for Film Buyers: 5 Reasons Why It's Never Too Early to Start Marketing Making an independent film is a huge project, and conventional wisdom has it that you: shoot your film, cut your film and then, after that's all done, you try to sell your film. However, marketing your film should begin during the production phase. But who has the time? That's just it you don't. So...find some people … [Read more...]