by rasdourian Question by Julie-Anne: Best external hard drive for indie filmmakers? I have about 30 hours worth of footage from mini DV tapes that I'd like to digitally store on an external hard drive. I'd also like the hard drive to have enough space to back up my Mac onto. What quality hard drives would you recommend? Best answer: Answer by PixelitoBoth Seagate and Iomega are good brands for external hard drives. Since you are doing a lot … [Read more...]
The History of Documentary Filmmaking
by uniondocs The History of Documentary Filmmaking The definition of a documentary film includes the fact that it is one of several creative modes. There is 1) narrative fiction and 2) experimental avant-garde. A documentary must have a purpose, and also a special viewpoint, and they can be either either scripted or spontaneous, being limited to reality or actuality.Most of the production requirements for documentaries refer to the … [Read more...]
How To Make Your First Movie – Phase 2: Budgeting
Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from Seaworthy and more videos in the Film Production category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Producing your first movie is difficult enough without running out of money halfway through. Reduce … [Read more...]
Lastest Independent Filmmaker Project News
On the Bowery: movie review The 1950s documentary ‘On the bowery’ took men at the bottom of their lives and spun a story. Read more on The Christian Science Monitor The Leading Business Weekly FILMMAKER, director and a “minor local television celebrity” Ben Mahaka recently spoke to Ngoni Muzofa about, among other things, his motivation, current projects, and the impact his wife has had on his career and new found faith. Read more on Zimbabwe … [Read more...]
Does anyone know a website other than project playlist for myspace?
by cesarharada.com Question by Jack: Does anyone know a website other than project playlist for myspace? I want Bigger Than Love on my myspace but they don't have it on project playlist and I cant add it to my profile cause I have a filmmaker myspace. Does anyone know a website I could use to make a playlist for myspace? Plz...one with bigger than love by My favorite Highway. Best answer: Answer by Katie GTry www.imeem.com. You will have to … [Read more...]
Trends in Financing Independant Films
Trends in Financing Independant Films The financial environment of independent film production is changing because there are many new technologies that have altered the filmmaking process. Investing in Indie films used to mean private placement memorandums, and 900+ film financing distribution and production partners. Today it could be any willing investor.Several areas have been influenced: 1) Filmmakers now have online schools … [Read more...]
American Express & Independent Filmmakers
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Film Review: Last Day of Summer
Film Review: Last Day of Summer The character actor DJ Qualls, an odd scarecrow whose eyes can turn from befuddled to feral in seconds, creates a tortured and believable loser in this excruciating exercise from writer-director Vlad Yudin—whose bio says he completed "the NYU Filmmaking Program," i.e., a certificate from the adult-ed division, and which should not be confused with an MFA from the vaunted Tisch School of the Arts ... Read more on … [Read more...]
Q&A: How can i distribute my documentary film to channels in a profitable fashion?
by NEW PICS here >> supaztyler2 Question by Ramulousss: How can i distribute my documentary film to channels in a profitable fashion? I am in the process of directing a documentary and am having a hard time figuring out how to distribute my film to top documentary broadcasters such as, Discovery, National Geographic, History, and Travel channel, along with international markets as well. I was also wondering how it would work, and how do they … [Read more...]
Tips When Buying Window Films Products
by Invisibile Film Tips When Buying Window Films Products For homeowners who aim to maximize comfort and lower temperatures within home interiors, investing in window film products is a good option. Through the years, the popularity of such innovative products has risen robustly. It is not surprising that, currently, there are numerous window films available in the market. Designs have flourished and evolved and shades have been … [Read more...]