Question by SS: What's the best camera for an independent moviemaker? I've been eyeing the Canon XH-A1, and the Panasonic AG-DVX-100b (or is it just the DVX100b?). I want something that shoots true 16:9, and 24fps, and anything else that will make it look like film. I'm looking to continue doing random freelance video production but also want to start making my own films. I don't want to spend too much, but these "prosumer" models are what I'm … [Read more...]
Being A Producer – 5 Top Skills Required
by filmmaker in japan Being A Producer - 5 Top Skills Required Having the right knowledge on film making might help you run a studio or be a goof studio executive, but to become a successful independent film maker, you need have that special awe. In order to become a good producer, you must develop certain skills in you as an individual. The top 5 requisites among the rest are as follows: 1. Organization This is perhaps the most … [Read more...]
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Q&A with New Orleans Hornets GM Dell Demps and Coach Monty Williams
Q&A with New Orleans Hornets GM Dell Demps and Coach Monty Williams TP's John Reid interviews brass before their first training camp begins Read more on New Orleans Times-Picayune World's Largest Companies Rely on California State Parks to Promote Products Many of the world's largest companies rely on California's iconic state parks as commercial production locations to help promote their products. California's 278 state parks and beaches … [Read more...]
Independent Filmmaking using Canon HV20?
by th.omas Question by Mario F: Independent Filmmaking using Canon HV20? I'm into filmmaking and i'm looking to shoot my first independent movie next year. I was looking at different HD video cameras to use that could give me that same smooth picture quality that we see in the movies. But I figured out that that's just not possible using video. At least not for now and with a low budget. So I came up with the Canon HV20, much less expensive that … [Read more...]
Why PR Is A Must for Musicians, Authors, Actors, Filmmakers?
by uniondocs Why PR Is A Must for Musicians, Authors, Actors, Filmmakers? Most artists, including musicians, authors, actors, and filmmakers find marketing and promoting their own work a daunting task, some believe that if they wait long enough others will do it for them, still others believe that P.R. is not an artist’s job. It seems that no one ever explained that to Warhol, Madonna or Tarantino. Art is first and foremost a … [Read more...]
Tips on Beginning a Career in Production Design
by labanex Tips on Beginning a Career in Production Design Attaining a successful career in film production design can seem like a far fetched dream but the fact is, that for many people it is a dream that becomes reality. So, what is it that separates the people who actually achieve their dream of a career in production design and those that don't?It can be described in one word and that word is “preparation”. Thats right! Just … [Read more...]
G20 Toronto 2010: PEOPLE ARE STILL WATCHIN’
Words on the past G20 Summit in Toronto and follow up on the original G20 Toronto 2010: PEOPLE ARE WATCHIN' www.youtube.com Talking about G20 tactics and local media with Tdizzle of TdotUnderground www.TDotUnderground.ca HIP HOP StuntZ b-boy skills Peter Bones - Official G20 Anthem www.youtube.com CP24 Toronto Mayors Debate official reaction to diversity of tactics from candidates (for Mayor of Toronto) George Smitherman, Sarah Thompson, Rocco … [Read more...]
Orbit and Media Production City settle dispute amid controversy
Orbit and Media Production City settle dispute amid controversy 24 September 2010 CAIRO: The dispute between the Orbit Satellite Television network and the Egyptian government-owned Media Production City has been resolved after the former paid $ 5.74 million to Media Production City, according to the official website of Orbit's top talk show. Read more on Zawya Newsmakers Hires and promotions Bethany Maher, LCSW New job title: Therapist for the … [Read more...]
What is the best film editing software for a mac?
by Satterwhite.B Question by Miss Mizz: What is the best film editing software for a mac? I'm getting a macbook soon and I would like to start editing some film. what is the best software to use? Also what is a good video camera for shooting good quality action shots? Nothing overly expensive just something to get me started off shooting sports. Best answer: Answer by James JonesiMovie is free video editing software on MacBook, and you can … [Read more...]