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How To'sMocha Pro: The Amazing Planar-Tracking ThingamajigWed, 02/01/2012 - 00:00 – adminPosted in
By Peter Bohush
Mocha Pro, from Imagineer Systems, is a complex program that take the complicated process of visual effects motion tracking, rotoscoping, match moving and compositing and makes it super simple. Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Software & Submission PointersWed, 02/01/2012 - 00:00 – adminPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
The Screenplay Doctor column is a place for advice -- not screenplay submissions -- and columnist Susan Kouguell tells you how to know where you SHOULD submit your screenplays and a free software to write them in. Ask the Screenplay Doctor: New Year’s ResolutionsSun, 01/01/2012 - 14:12 – adminPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
Screenplay columnist Susan Kouguell gives you a few New Year's Resolutions to get your next screenplay headed in the right direction. E-mail screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your screenwriting question answered in an upcoming issue. Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Script StructureWed, 11/30/2011 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
Screenplay columnist Susan Kouguell gives an answer in three acts to explain the three-act screenplay structure. E-mail screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your question answered in an upcoming issue. Tiffen Dfx 3.0: There's a DP in My Editing System!Wed, 11/30/2011 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Peter Bohush
Tiffen Dfx 3.0: It’s like having a Director of Photography hiding inside your editing system. Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Behind a Studio's Closed DoorsMon, 10/31/2011 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
Getting your script submitted to a film studio for consideration is both an exciting and nerve-wracking time, as screenwriters anxiously wait for a response. So what’s really going on behind those studio doors? E-mail screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your question answered in an upcoming issue. Magic Bullet Suite: Taking it to ElevenSat, 10/01/2011 - 10:34 – adminPosted in
By Peter Bohush
The suite gets sweeter. Peter Bohush returns to the Magic Bullet Suite to give you the 411 on Version 11. Ask the Screenplay Doctor: AdaptationFri, 09/30/2011 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
Fell in love with a novel you think has screen potential? Learn how to take the first step with this month's screenplay column. E-mail screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your question answered in an upcoming issue. Interested in being successful in the industry? Start by practicing your good first impressions -- and proofread the e-mails you send us! Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Why Hollywood Isn't CallingWed, 08/31/2011 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
There's so much more to successful screenwriting than writing a screenplay, and this month screenplay expert Susan Kouguell discusses what else screenwriters need to do to get from page to screen. E-mail screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your question answered in an upcoming issue. Interested in being successful in the industry? Start by practicing your good first impressions -- and proofread the e-mails you send us! The Do's and Don'ts of Being a Background ActorThu, 06/30/2011 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By K. Correia
Boston Casting Inc., the leading casting director in New England, provides insights into the etiquette of being a Background Actor. Extra, Extra: How to Become a Background ActorTue, 05/31/2011 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By K. Correia
With film and television crews descending on the region this summer, locals are finding they’ve been bitten by the acting bug. But what exactly is a "background actor"? Learn what it takes to become an extra -- union or non-union. Digital DIY Distribution: Another Way to Be HeardTue, 05/31/2011 - 19:00 – admin
By B. Walter Irvine
A new kind of distribution is already here -- it’s digital, it’s DIY, and it’s just a few clicks away. Is it for you? This primer takes you through various services like Dynamo Player, Distrify, EggUP, and Yawma to learn what they're all about. Ask the Screenplay Doctor: A Long Way From L.A.Tue, 05/31/2011 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
Trying to break into the screenwriting business when you're in Los Angeles is hard. Trying to break in long distance is even harder -- especially if that long distance is international. Screenplay doctor Susan Kouguell offers advice on how to break into the industry when you're oceans away. E-mail screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your question answered in next month's issue. Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Contracts and Common SenseSat, 04/30/2011 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
This month, the Screenplay Doctor delves into the tricky subject of getting swindled. E-mail screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your question answered in an upcoming issue. Going Steady with the Halo Rig HDThu, 03/31/2011 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Peter Bohush
Steer your way to steadier shots with the Halo Rig HD camera stabilizer. Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Script to ScreenThu, 03/31/2011 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
This month, the Screenplay Doctor gives you a rundown of what you can do to take your script straight to the screen. E-mail screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your question answered in an upcoming issue. The PHYX Is In: A review of PHYX color softwareMon, 02/28/2011 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Peter Bohush
Sometimes if it ain’t broke, you still might want to PHYX it. This new color tool selectively controls colors and saturation for your video. Ask the Screenplay Doctor: From Music to ElvesMon, 02/28/2011 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
This month, the Screenplay Doctor answers your questions on music and what to do when your screenplay might be too similar to a successful film. E-mail screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your question answered in an upcoming issue. Camera Moves Using Sliders - The Dolly AlternativeTue, 02/01/2011 - 16:12 – michelePosted in
By Peter Bohush
Director-cinematographer Peter Bohush shows the basic camera slider from Igus. Five Reasons Why Your Script is Getting RejectedMon, 01/31/2011 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
Tired of rejection letters? Find out what may be behind them. To have your screenplay questions answered in an upcoming issue, e-mail screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com. The Top Ten Checklist for Creating Winning CharactersFri, 12/31/2010 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
Use this month’s checklist from the Screenplay Doctor to determine if your screenplay has compelling characters or if it’s time to head back to the drawing board. Email screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your screenplay questions answered in an upcoming issue. On "Hot Moves: The Science of Awesome"Fri, 12/31/2010 - 19:00 – admin
By Peter Bohush
Hollywood Camera Work’s new instructional DVD "Hot Moves: The Science of Awesome" shows you how to recreate Hollywood’s big-time shots in your own filmmaking. Fundraising for Films through KickstarterTue, 11/30/2010 - 19:00 – admin
By Warren J. Avery
Get the inside scoop from three local filmmakers currently using Kickstarter to raise funds for their films. Ask the Screenplay Doctor: How to Find Agents and What to Write to ThemTue, 11/30/2010 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
It’s time for some friendly holiday advice on query letter writing from Screenplay Doctor Susan Kouguell, as well as answers to your questions on agents and formatting. E-mail screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your question answered in next month’s issue. The Magic Bullet for Giving a Blockbuster Look to Your FilmTue, 11/30/2010 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Peter Bohush
On the “cool scale” nothing comes close to the ease with which you can make your drab video look like a Hollywood blockbuster movie with the post-production software bundle Magic Bullet Suite 10. Three Must-Have Tools for Advanced EditingSun, 10/31/2010 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Peter Bohush
Boris Continuum Complete 7, FxFactory & dvMatte Pro Studio 3 can take your editing to a pro level. Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Top 10 Screenwriting Pet PeevesSun, 10/31/2010 - 19:00 – adminPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
This month, the Screenplay Doctor discusses the top 10 pet peeves of those in the screenwriting industry. E-mail screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your question answered in next month's issue. The Pitchfest, Part 2: Hone Your Pitching SkillsFri, 10/01/2010 - 10:09 – JMGPosted in
By Peter Bohush
Selling your script might just be an exercise in selling yourself. In a second look at pitchfests, Peter Bohush discusses tips and techniques to have your script seen, heard, and sold. Ask the Screenplay Doctor: Working with Independent DirectorsFri, 10/01/2010 - 10:02 – JMGPosted in
By Susan Kouguell
This month, the Screenplay Doctor discusses finding and working with a professional who can help bring your work from page to screen. Email screenwriter@newenglandfilm.com to have your question answered in next month's issue. The Pitchfest: You've Written Your Masterpiece - Now What?Wed, 09/01/2010 - 09:13 – JMGPosted in
By Peter Bohush
Pitchfests are becoming popular venues for screenwriters to sell their work to development executives - what should you know before going? |
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