Local filmmaker brings creative juices to Pennington Farmers Market "The Farmer and the Horse" director Jared Flesher is determined to get the word out on local media makers like himself, and he's starting at the farmstand. Read more on Pennington Post Seattle filmmaker Lynn Shelton talks about directing an episode of 'Mad Men' Lynn Shelton talks about directing "Hands and Knees," the 10th episode in Season 4 of the acclaimed AMC ad-agency … [Read more...]
I’m independent filmmaker hoping to shoot an Ancient Egypt film in Egypt. What part of history should it be?
Question by James C: I'm independent filmmaker hoping to shoot an Ancient Egypt film in Egypt. What part of history should it be? What part of Ancient Egypt's history should it be? Should it be based on anyone in particular? Best answer: Answer by ammianusThutmosis and the first known battle, Megiddo Rameses the Great The invasion of the Sea Peoples Cleopatra Selene II, daughter of Cleopatra and Mark Anthony Add your own answer in the … [Read more...]
Who is the Most Independent Filmmaker Friendly Distributor in 2008? the Answer Might Surprise You
by billnwmsu Who is the Most Independent Filmmaker Friendly Distributor in 2008? the Answer Might Surprise You Copyright (c) 2008 Daniel Lafleche Overall, film sales were down at Sundance 2008. And documentary titles accounted for about half of the distribution deals made this year. However, the real story for deal-making at Sundance may well be that Sony Pictures Classics, the bright-eyed indie wing of the 400 pound gorilla … [Read more...]
Filmmakers@Google: Ed Saxon
Film producer Ed Saxon visits Google's Santa Monica, CA office to discuss "Yesterday's History, Tomorrow's a Mystery: The Creative Process of Filmmaking and Its Place in the Googleplex." This event took place on December 5, 2008, as part of the Filmmakers@Google series. Raised in St, Louis, Missouri, Ed Saxon is a graduate of the USC Peter Stark Producing Program and McGill University. He produced THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS, which is, to date, the … [Read more...]
Exterra Energy Inc. Signs LOI to Acquire 640 Acres of Production in the Barnett Shale
Exterra Energy Inc. Signs LOI to Acquire 640 Acres of Production in the Barnett Shale AMARILLO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Exterra Energy Inc. Signs LOI to Acquire 640 Acres of Production in the Barnett Shale Read more on Business Wire SMART Modular Technologies Announces Volume Shipments for 16GB DDR3 VLP CoolFlex RDIMM Shipping in Production Quantities, This High-Density DDR3 VLP CoolFlex RDIMM Offers Improved Electrical, Mechanical, and Thermal … [Read more...]
What are some good examples of a stage production, film or documentary that discusses social problems?
by guttersnipe.76 Question by futurpres01: What are some good examples of a stage production, film or documentary that discusses social problems? I was thinking along the lines of Farenheit (Sp?) 911, but I need a stage example. Know of any? Best answer: Answer by rednotdead1976Cathy Come Home, Ken Loache's film from the 1960s about homelessness and social deprivation Give your answer to this question below! … [Read more...]
CALLIE KHOURI Screenwriting Lesson
Callie Khouri's seminal, Oscar-winning® screenplay for Thelma & Louise, released in 1991, gave voice to a profound cultural moment and became one of the most provocative cinematic landmarks of the '90s. It was the Kentucky native's first attempt at a screenplay. In this enlightening interview, Khouri describes how spending years doing music video production in the '80s inspired her not only to write, but to write with a purpose. A passionate … [Read more...]
Leibowitz wants to transform Denver into filmmaking capital
Leibowitz wants to transform Denver into filmmaking capital Michael Leibowitz's charcoal gray suit and yellow silk tie certainly don't give away his ambitions to become the biggest movie mogul in Denver, the U.S. and the world. Read more on Denver Post 7 Ways Mobile Apps are Enriching Historical Tourism Some of the most famous historical sites would be just another old house or pile of rubble if you didn’t have any background information about … [Read more...]
Art versus Real Life?
Question by angelareut: Art versus Real Life? O.K. I know this will sound crazy, but I really need advice. I am 32, african american, ivy league educated, and married to a Kenyan national I met in college. My husband is very, very western (or else I would never have been attracted to him in the first place probably) but a year ago we decided to live a year in Kenya, in his village, as Kenyans, and he would make a documentary about it (he is an … [Read more...]
Choosing a Major Within a Film School Program
by vancouverfilmschool Choosing a Major Within a Film School Program Once you're in film school or in a film program there are certain classes that will be required no matter what you decide to take simply so you can learn more about the industry and how things work so you'll be better informed of the process. But at some point you'll have to declare a major or an emphasis. You might choose one and then realize you're not happy … [Read more...]