Filmmaker

Social Networking For Modeling Industry Professionals Worldwide!

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"ModelsUniQue.com, is a new social network strictly designed for modeling industry professionals worldwide. The website is designed to allow professional models, aspiring models, agents, photographers, filmmakers, modeling agencies, and others involved in the industry a place to network on a global scale. Just launched November 1st 2008 ModelsUniQue.com is now closing in on 1000 new members and gro..."

Experimental Films by Maya Deren

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"Deren is one of the biggest unsung heroes of film, period. In an avant-garde film class in college, she was a pivotal figure, along with Brakhage and others. "Mesches of the Afternoon" is her best known avant-garde film, and it is included in this DVD collection. Check it out - even if it's ultimately not your cup of tea, Deren's work deserves be seen!"

Rebel without a Crew: Or How a 23-Year-Old Filmmaker With $7,000 Became a Hollywood Player: Robert Rodriguez

1 recommendation

"Few would disagree that this is the one must read for any aspiring independent filmmaker. Yes, Robert Rodriguez really did become a serious player after making a $7,000 film."

Filmmaker's Handbook by Edward Pincus, Steven Ascher

1 recommendation

"Great source of information. Essential for any filmmaker."

Sundance Catalog | 627 Filmmaker's Tee

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"In 1981 Robert Redford gathered a group of friends and colleagues in the mountains of Utah to create an environment focused on fostering independence, discovery and new voices in film. That spring, ten emerging filmmakers were invited to the first Sundance Filmmakers/Directors Labs. Over the ensuing 26 years the Sundance Institute's Summer Labs have helped to launch generations of new voices in Am..."

Vincent Gallo Filmmaker Magazine

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"Features Vincent Gallo on the cover and a six page interview with still photos from Buffalo 66."

Adobe Premiere

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"I have Adobe Premiere Element and now that I've mastered it, I am gonna get Adobe Premiere. I think it is the ultimate video editing software and I have most of the Adobe products."

Sony HDR-HC1 2.8MP High Definition MiniDV Camcorder w/10x Optical Zoom

3 recommendations

"This changes everything."

Sunset Boulevard (1950) (Special Collector's Edition)

4 recommendations

"Joe Gillis (William Holden), bankrupt screenwriter, hides from car repossessors in the garage of a deserted-looking mansion which proves to be the grotesque home of Norma Desmond (Gloria Swanson), retired silent screen star. Joe takes refuge there, with a nominal job of rewriting Norma's hopeless 'comeback' screenplay. Weeks pass; feeling more and more like a kept man, Joe grasps at reality in the..."

Whimsey Notecards

3 recommendations

"Nice illustrations!"

DAVIDLYNCH.COM

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"David Lynch's e-store has a bewildering array of the filmmaker's memorabilia... some signed. Ain't a bad place to get a Los Angeles weather forecast, either."

Sundance Film Festival - Baseball Hat

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"This isn't just a hat. Oh no, it's far more than that. This is your badge of honor, your status symbol, the marker that says "Hey, I went to Sundance. In yo' FACE!" Okay, it might not be that strong. But it is something that you wear with pride that helps show your love for independent film and the creative spirit. Sundancers who have been going for years wear these until they literally fall ap..."

Varizoom S-2010F Dimmable On Camera Light - LED

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"It's the best reasonably priced LED light for on-camera use. Much better than litepanels."

CONCEPTOTTO

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"They are so cool and glamourous!"

Lynch on Lynch

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"The interview within "Lynch on Lynch" brought me into the hidden creative process which drives David Lynch's unique vision. As the subject of the interview Lynch doesn't give detailed answers regarding his creative, personal, or professional life, but rather givers straight and simple answers which remind me of zen answers, so basic and humble that it's easy to miss the true depth of his meaning,-..."

RED / Cameras

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"one of the highest end, more expensive cameras out there, but for good reason. The modular system is also useful for people who could be in need of toting around everything, but would also like to be able to strip their equipment down for simpler shoots."

Cinematic Storytelling

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"I was required to pick up this book for class and I still have it. It's so useful for both filmmakers and photographers and covers topics such as how to achieve different moods using different lighting techniques, framing, costumes, props, and more. Best of all, it's simple to read."

Canon XL2 Digital Camcorder

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"I wrote and directed a short film not long ago and used this camera system for the shoot. It is light, durable and has excellent picture quality. I was able to shoot in 24p, 16:9 which made my editing experience much smoother. I was able to take advantage of different lenses that Canon offers which is one of the things that really sets this camera apart from others in its class. I definitely plan ..."

Sony | PMW-EX1 XDCAM EX SxS Pro HD Camcorder | PMWEX1UC | B&H

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"If you're an indy filmmaker, or are looking for that perfect camera to shoot your own movies with, this is definitely one of the best I've seen! It touts the famed Sony XDCAM trademark, and shoots in full-res 1080p high-difinition! It has presets for that perfect film look you're after. It records all of its footage onto 8 and 16 GB memory cards, rendering tape use obsolete. It even does variable ..."

Place/Space Series: John Waters

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"The inside of John Water's house has GOT TO BE WILD. In the bonus round- Todd Oldham is your tour guide and Cindy Sherman (is she still dating David Byrne? Cool couple) writes the intro. This series was acclaimed the "#1 design masterpiece to treasure for 2008" by Wallpaper mag."

Place / Space Vol. 2: Home Studio Home

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"When I was 6 or so I dreamed of sleeping in a hammock suspended between trees and surrounded by fragrant flowers.. in my room. I don't know why- now that I'm older- I haven't made some of those over the top desires into a reality. That idea still sounds pretty cool (well maybe not the hammock part) and now I've got the know-how and no one to shake their finger and tell me no (to be fair my parents..."

Bionic Eye Camera

Flip MinoHD,Rich Christmas > HD Flip Mino > House of LaPaglia

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"Amazing quality for such a small and lightweight camera! Easy enough for even a child to use, definitely worth the extra investment for the HD quality over the basic Flip camera. I received this as a Christmas gift and have already created several videos to upload to my computer and share with friends. I take it with my everywhere I go to be able to capture any moment that strikes my desire to ..."

$30 Film School

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"The world of filmmaking is changing. You no longer need impossible amounts of money or a 4-year degree. A little drive, lots of creativity and you should be good to go. This book walks you through how to make a film with little to no budget."

Rite-Lite 8 1/2" Clamp Light

1 recommendation

"The perfect alternative to spending lots of money lighting your film."

Color Gel Pack - 7 Assorted 10"

1 recommendation

"No, it's not the most important thing you'll invest in to make your film as good as possible. However, buying a few gels (mainly yellow, blue and red), can drastically improve the look and feel of your film. This 7 pack is $40 and might be a bit of over kill for a beginner. Maybe, buy two of each of the main colors instead?"

Rode NTG-2 Shotgun Mic w/ Location Sound Package

1 recommendation

"Many would argue that the quickest way to make a film look amateur is to put out something with bad sound quality. So if you do nothing else, besides point and shoot, getting a professional mic would be that extra add on you should do. This Shotgun mic, with kit should be perfect for your indie film needs."

Celtx - Integrated Media Pre-Production

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"No, formatting your story isn't the most important thing for a beginner/independent filmmaker. However, it's maybe not a bad Ides to get some practice. And celtx will help you format your script and deal with the issues of peproduction and they'll do it for FREE."