Review: Enslaved bound to captivate with strong narrative Post-apocalyptic game suffers the odd control glitch, but compelling character performances overshadow shortcomings Read more on The Globe and Mail Jeremy Piven gets distracted by cocktail waitress Jeremy Piven turned up to honor "The Social Network" screenwriter Aaron Sorkin at the Final Draft Awards Thursday night, but got distracted by a pretty... Read more on New York Post Mark … [Read more...]
What is a good social issue involving film and/or film making.?
by Sugar Daze (f/k/a LittleMissCupcakeParis) Question by moviscop: What is a good social issue involving film and/or film making.? My research writing class requires me to pick a topic of "social importance" to write on for the entire year. What is a good issue of social importance regarding film making or films. Best answer: Answer by WranglerHow about the crossover between silent film and talkies? Add your own answer in the comments! … [Read more...]
Director Annemarie Jacir (Salt of this Sea) & Raed Andoni on CNN
CNN special on Palestinian cinema follows award-winning filmmaker Annemarie Jacir, director of "Salt of this Sea" - feature film starring Suheir Hammad and Saleh Bakri. And producer Raed Andoni, director of "Fix Me". Facebook Page: www.facebook.com Official Website: www.philistinefilms.org Asian Award nominee 2008, Australia. … [Read more...]
Lights, Camera, Action: How to start a film festival
Lights, Camera, Action: How to start a film festival EDMONDS — They want to make it the best film festival in the world. Trevor Greenfield and his father Fred Greenfield are co-founders of the first Edmonds International Film Festival, happening Oct. 20-24. Read more on Everett Herald Getting Visual | New exhibit at Philbrook displays a different type of art After a summer spent sending visitors through the burial tombs of Ancient Egypt, … [Read more...]
Q&A: Canon EOS 7D worth it for filmmaking?
Question by a: Canon EOS 7D worth it for filmmaking? I am an amateur filmmaker. Should I get the new Canon EOS 7D camera for its digital filmmaking, or should I stick to the cheaper Canon Hv40. Also, what sound equipment works well with the 7D? Best answer: Answer by fhotoaceYou know, the 7D is an advanced still camera happens to have a video feature. It was never intended to be a video production camera. You bring up an interesting point … [Read more...]
DIY or Die
A short documentary about Victoria BC independent filmmaker Brian Clement, which a friend and I created as a project in the Applied Communication Program at Camosun College. Video Rating: 4 / 5 … [Read more...]
Lastest Documentary Filmmaker News
DVD reviews: 'Predators,' 'Oceans,' 'Please Give' This week’s home video releases are all over the map, with important titles ranging from an intimate drama featuring some of today’s best actors to a science-fiction flick that’s all about action. Read more on Reno Gazette-Journal … [Read more...]
Anyone have any info on film directors in Orlando?
by uniondocs Question by akamajik: Anyone have any info on film directors in Orlando? How could I get involved with independent filmmakers in Orlando whether it's in front of or behind the camera? Also, does anyone know any directors in the Orlando area that avoiding doing the Hollywood or NYC deal? I've heard of Aaron King who graduated UCF's program, no clue how to contact any directors though. Best answer: Answer by adf5336Start with … [Read more...]
My Father’s House (教堂) – Trailer
Dir Zhao Dayong and David Bandurski, China, 2009. Documentary, 77 minutes. English and Mandarin w/ English subtitles. For more information, visit dgeneratefilms.com My Fathers House provides a rare glimpse inside the immigrant African community in Guangzhou by following the turbulent story of an underground church founded by Nigerian missionaries. In Nigeria Pastor Daniel Michael Enyeribe has a revelation to bring the word of God to China. He … [Read more...]
Students meet independent filmmaker
Students meet independent filmmaker Not a single seat was vacant in KU’s Alumni Auditorium for a Monday-night viewing of In Memoriam, a Cone Arts Independent film written, directed and produced by Stephen Cone. The screening was put together and made possible with the help of KU Professional Writing professor Alan Hines and the KU Writing program. After the movie, [...] Read more on The Keystone Dewey Beach to Host Proposed Reality Television … [Read more...]