John Hess and the folks at Filmmaker IQ do a great job of unraveling the mystery (and the folklore) of technical issues that affect filmmakers. You don’t have to be a budding John Cameron to find this fascinating. The math is elementary and the history is rich in this story about Frame Rate and the […]
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PanReality Media Seeks Communications Director
PanReality Media is seeking a communications director to start immediately. This is a part-time position with very flexible working conditions, designed to fit the schedule of someone with a full time job elsewhere. Compensation package consists of significant equity in a vigorous emerging media company comprised of, and owned by, a troupe of talented performers […]
2013 San Jose 48HFP Awards Finalists Announced
It’s official. The jury finalists for the 2013 San Jose 48 Hour Film Project are online. The names of the top contenders for jury awards including the prestigious Best of City are not public and can be seen on this page. The jury decisions are being tabulated and the names of the winners will be […]
Where ARE Those Voices Coming From
I thought it was only me, but perhaps others can also hear the voices in my head. Maybe the voice in my head isn’t the same as yours. Surely there is something about it all that puzzles the characters in this next story. If you can quiet your own voices, then relax and enjoy Transistor. […]
What Does It All Mean?
In the age of Tumblr, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram – who can tell what we’re really saying. The characters in this story endeavor to unravel the mystery, and probably just add to the confusion with their antics. See if you can work it all out as you enjoy Love in the Time of Texting. This […]
Tweet It, and It’s True
We all know, if you see it on Twitter, then it must be true. But what happens to an old-school cop who is forced to partner up with a young gun who nows just what to do with modern social media? Take a look at Tweet, the Movie and see for yourself. This film was […]
There’s Help for Anyone
This film, created for the San Francisco 48 Hour Film Project, reminds us that no matter how deeply seated our troubles might be, there is possibly someone who could help. Take a look at May-December, and see if you agree with us that someone with generous listening, and adept coaching can really help a person […]
Awards Finalists and a Special Award
The announcements came out this week. Finalists in the 2013 San Francisco 48 Hour Film Project in the categories of Audience Choice and the Jury Awards were announced yesterday. In addition, we have the results now for finalists in the very special category, Best Use of Required Character. This year, all competitors were required to […]
It’s Not a Crime
For some jobs, you just have to do whatever it takes. The search for love is one of those jobs. Take a look at this entry in the 2013 San Francisco 48 Hour Film Project to see how these characters feel about the approach. Submitted by veteran filmmaking team Fish Eye Films, this is Goyim […]
The Bear Essentials
Everyone needs a few tips from the voice of experience. Our young friend in this next movie is fortunate to have Matt P. to school him in the facts of life. We firmly believe that if you were a sad penguin, you’d want a cool bear like this by your side. Take a look at […]