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Can I write off cameras/camcorders for freelance gigs even though I made no $ in it?

by work the angles Question by Drew: Can I write off cameras/camcorders for freelance gigs even though I made no $ in it? Last year, I wrote off a digital SLR camera and equipment to start freelancing photography. It didn't go so well so I stopped doing that. But this past year, I got into independent filmmaking so I had to purchase film equipment like cameras, audio, etc. I haven't made any $ from that either but am I safe to write it off? … [Read more...]

Two in One Red Digital Stills and Motion Camera System

by kaight_ashbury Two in One Red Digital Stills and Motion Camera System span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: "Times New Roman";">RED (red.com) manufacturers of the digital video camera RED ONE  have announced their new camera system called RED Digital Stills and Motion Camera System. This is not just another video camera, the specs on the higher end sensors promise to rival those of current DSLRs. As with some other famous … [Read more...]

Jake Shields Trailer – Fight Life: MMA Documentary- a film by James Z. Feng

fightlife.tv http www.facebook.com Fight Life is a new groundbreaking documentary that gives the audience an intimate look into the real life of the modern day professional fighter. Directed by award-winning indie filmmaker James Z. Feng, this documentary currently stars: Frank Shamrock, Jake Shields, Nick Diaz, Lyle Beerbohm, Miesha Tate, Gilbert Melendez, Big John McCarthy. Video Rating: 5 / 5 … [Read more...]

I have a meeting with Universal tomorrow?

Question by so close: I have a meeting with Universal tomorrow? I'm 19, an award winning filmmaker and I'm gonna puke because I have a meeting with Universal representatives regarding a pending studio contract. If I get it, I'll be the youngest to be signed to a deal in studio history. The youngest currently was 22 and his name is fairly well known. Steven Spielberg. I feel I'm gonna puke, I'm up late. WHAT DO I DO?!?! Best answer: Answer … [Read more...]

On Their Way Out With Post Production Studios

by perspikace On Their Way Out With Post Production Studios It's obvious the film industry has changed significantly in the past decade. Recent innovations like the trend to shoot Digital Video instead of film and the progression of CGI has opened new worlds of possibility for the independent filmmaker. Very few individuals could afford to make high quality films 10 - 15 years ago, but that's all changed. Creative auteurs can now … [Read more...]

Chicago Art Magazine Expands into Theatre and Film

Chicago Art Magazine Expands into Theatre and Film Chicago Art Magazine expands its cultural reach beyond visual arts with the creation of new online magazines and software related to theatre and film. Read more on PRWeb via Yahoo! News Urbanite The movie that’s likely on the top of everyone’s Facebook News Feed right now may be the movie that Facebook doesn’t want you to see. Read more on amNewYork Big Day Out Line Up Announced We not only … [Read more...]

Exactly how much money does a filmmaker make?

by uniondocs Question by Zachary I: Exactly how much money does a filmmaker make? I am planning on going to The Los Angeles Film School, and I was wondering if anyone one knew exactly the starting salary of these positions and what needs to be done to make it to the top. In fact, if heard word that these jobs work in guilds, so I would also appreciate it if you can confirm that. These are the positions I speak of: Director, cinematographer, … [Read more...]