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- Mexican Filmmaker Lands Spot in International Film ExhibitionMexican Director Sebastián Hiriart makes strong impression in his first feature film "A Stone's Throw Away."
- Filmmakers Offer Viral, R Rated Response to National Media StereotypesA pair of Iowa filmmakers take off the kid gloves while addressing several stereotypes often portrayed by the national media.
Tyler Perry: An African-American Filmmaker with a VoiceTyler Perry has inspired me as filmmaker, an African-American, and has reached more and more fans.- Wes Anderson and the Modern Filmmaker in the Criterion CollectionFrom his debut con man film ‘Bottle Rocket’ to the critical hit ‘Rushmore,’ here is a look at the large body of work Wes Anderson released through the Criterion Collection.
- SeeFlick Launches New Film Festival and Competition for New FilmmakersSeeFlick is helping up-and-coming filmmakers show their productions and participate in a new online film festival.
- The FreeStyle Life Goes Global with Film ExhibitionThe FreeStyle Life is calling on filmmakers and musicians from all over the world to submit their feature films, documentaries, short films, student films, and music videos.
- Filmmaking Grants for Short FilmsFind a grant for your short film.
- American Comedies Remade by Asian FilmmakersHollywood hasn't had much success remaking Asian movies. How have Asian filmmakers done remaking Hollywood comedies?
The FreeStyle Life Film Exhibition Taking Indie Above GroundSubmissions range from both emerging artists to world renowned filmmakers. The competition showcases some of the most compelling, groundbreaking and thought provoking film, documentary, and music video content from around the world.- Filmmaking in the MinorityProduction companies who haven't hired minority directors have their reasons and excuses. Many are ambivalent about taking a chance on a new director. Like the rest of Hollywood, they're afraid of risk.
- The Death of George Kuchar: Heavy Hearts in San Francisco as Visionary Filmmaker Leaves UsThis week the film scene lost not only one of it's most visionary influences, but also one of it's greatest souls. George Kuchar made low budget films by choice. He wished to stay close to the people and things which inspired him.
Malibu Film Festival, Independent Film Week (IFP), New York Television Festival, POP MontrealIn 1997, Malibu Film Foundation was founded by writer/producer/director, David Katz, to produce the Malibu Film Festival. The Malibu Film Festival is set to make a run this year from September 9-15 in the renowned beachfront community that is its home...
Second Annual Filmmaker's Academy Film Festival ReviewThe second year of Filmmaker's Academy did what every new organization wants to do. It grew two times the size it was last year. That's a lot of homeschoolers wanting to learn how to make movies!
August-Released Horror Films Over the Decade: A Filmmaker's Test?Are horror films released in August, designed to "warm us up" for Halloween's most popular scary flicks? Yeah, it's a weird question...
Streamit Revolutionizes ECommerce for Independent FilmmakersIf necessity is the mother of invention, then the launch of www.streamit.tv is the motherlode for independent filmmakers. Streamit offers a turnkey eCommerce platform for video producers with cutting edge technology for online distribution.
The New York Rooftop Films Series Brings the Underground OutdoorsThe New York Rooftop Film Series takes viewing independent full-length and short-program movies to new heights!- Tribute to Indie Filmmakers Mike and George Kuchar at UC BerkeleyMike And George Kuchar were honored these last two weeks of June 2011 with newly restored prints of their favorite films shown at the Film Archive at UC Berkeley, CA
- International Stars Shine at Long Island International Film ExpoShort and feature-length films will premiere alongside filmmaking panels at the fourteenth annual Long Island International Film Expo between July 7 and 14, 2011 in Bellmore. Valley Stream native Edward Burns will also accept an award during LIIFE.
Low Budget Horror Filmmaking 101: An Interview with Writer-director James Felix McKenneyWriter-director James Felix McKenney, who is about to start filming his next feature, The Girl from Mars with NCIS actress, Pauley Perrette, talks about his love for low-budget filmmaking, how he made his first film on $8,000 and more.
Guide to Moviemaking Projects with Children FilmmakersProfessional filmmaking projects may be for adults, but kids can also get involved in making movies through summer workshops, boot camps, and special art projects.- Easy Fundraising Ideas for FilmmakersFinding money to make a movie can be tough, especially if the methods of attracting investors have been used numerous times before. Here are easy fundraising ideas for filmmakers that use an entertaining approach to seeking donations.
- Mark Potts: A Prolific Filmmaker from OklahomaMark Potts, an Oklahoma-based independent filmmaker, co-founded the production company Singletree Productions with his friend Cole Selix.
- The Future of Independent Film DistributionIFP's Ingrid Kopp reported on Ted Hope and Jeff Lipsky's Cage Match, where both filmmakers lamented about the lack of exhibitors for independent film. In reality, there are far more distribution outlets for independent film today than ever before
- SXSW 2011 Interview with Jason Brush: How Filmmakers Can Evolve Film LanguageJason Brush from Possible Worldwide and UCLA gave a consciousness evolving film panel at SXSW 2011. Here are 3 essential things filmmakers can do to break their film language mold from Brush.
Interview with Denver Filmmaker Ryan DemersDenver Filmmaker Ryan Demers brought a slice of Denver subculture to the 33rd Denver Film Festival with "Battle for the Boot," a documentary about extraordinary, beer guzzling renegades during an epic Denver Kickball Coalition season.- 'Sex it Up!' at SXSW 2011 Film PanelsWhat's the line between pornography and art in film? This loaded question was presented at the 2011 panel, 'Sex It Up!' at SXSW this week.
- 5 Ways to Fund a Low-Budget FilmAmateur filmmakers have on huge roadblock when it comes to making their own films - funding. Huge distributors aren't funding their films or anything like that. So then, how does a filmmaker secure some money for their films?
- 6 Tips for Filming a Low Budget MovieThere are thousands of aspiring filmmakers in the country at any given time. Quite often, they are making their own films in their local areas. Here are some tips for making a great movie on a low budget.
Independent Films Making a Buzz 2011Oscars 2012. Get ready.- Tax Incentives in Indiana for FilmmakersIndiana has several tax incentives available for filmmakers. However, they are limited, and it is difficult to qualify for them.
Most Innovative Women in Horror: Elisabeth Fies's ListFilmmaker and co-founder of BleedFest, Elisabeth Fies schooled me on 10 of the most innovative women in horror, as part of celebrating February's Women in Horror Recognition Month.
Why Don't Black Filmmakers Make Horror Movies?Have you ever wondered why black filmmakers don't seem to make horror films? Here are some theories to ponder.
3 Ways to Produce an Independent Film on No BudgetA look at 3 elements that will help you get your no budget film off the ground.
How to Be an Indie Film Executive ProducerWith the independent film industry giving birth to thousands of new films every month it's easier than ever to become an independent film producer.
Christmas Themed Horror with Georgia Filmmaker Ron McLellen!An interview with director Ron McLellen about making indie films and his career making movies in Georgia.
SlamDance 2011-(January 20-27th)Independent films and filmmaking at its best. So you think you can make a movie? For less than 1million dollars and in a short period of time. How will you get exposure? How will you get it distributed?
Independent Filmmakers Update "Bonanza" and "The Andy Griffith Show" for Today's Demented Television AudienceIndependent Filmmakers Mark Zobian, Jim Riffel and Insectavora have taken two of America's most beloved 1960's television shows, "Bonanza" and "The Andy Griffith Show," and have re-worked them to fit into today's cesspool of entertainment.
Blank Staged Reading Event - Screenwriter, Actors, and Filmmakers UnitedAn overview of the Blank Stage Production event Blank Staged, which puts screenwriters together with actors and other filmmakers.- SlamDance 2011 - January 20-27, 2011So you want to be a filmmaker but have no money? How can you get your film distributed, noticed, viewed? How do you start? Let Slamdance the year round film organization for new and budding film makers with a vision help you.
- Filmmakers Offering $1,000 Cash Prize for Your True Stories of KindnessKindness the Movie is a groundbreaking documentary project in which people from around the world are invited to share their true stories of kindness, great or small. The grand prize winner will receive $1,000 cash for their video submission.
