Filmmaking | Interviews | Massachusetts

Originating Great Works

30 Jan , 2009 | Written by Kate Fitzgerald | Posted by:

Cheryl Eagan-Donovan’s love affair with Shakespeare led to another man... and originated a documentary work-in-progress. A benefit for her documentary is slated for March 28th.

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Filmmaking | Interviews | Vermont

Burlington Beauties

1 Jan , 2009 | Written by Kellie Speed | Posted by:

Members of The House of LeMay drag performance troupe have become part of the fabric of Burlington, VT. First-time filmmaker Russell Dreher discusses the importance of documenting their story.

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Film School & Education | Report from the Front | Reports

A Day in the Life of a University Media Technician

1 Jan , 2009 | Written by Jared M. Gordon | Posted by:

In a light-hearted celebration of filmmakers’ day jobs, Jared Gordon offers a fictional account of turned-on DVD players and turned-off brains at one of New England’s most respected colleges.

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Film Funding | How To's

Ask and You Shall Receive: Money to Make Your Next Film

1 Jan , 2009 | Written by Lynn Tryba | Posted by:

A wealth of tips on how to raise funds for your film from a recent workshop with industry consultant Morrie Warshawski.

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How To's | Screenwriting

Buying and Selling the Rights to Adapt a Film

1 Jan , 2009 | Written by Kate Fitzgerald | Posted by:

In the second of a two-part series on adaptation, Kate Fitzgerald provides information about negotiating rights from the point of view of a filmmaker and a writer. (Last month, she offered advice on how to shape a screenplay based on a book.)

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Company/Organization Profiles | Film Analysis | Los Angeles | Massachusetts | Screenwriting

How to Utilize Story Development Services

1 Jan , 2009 | Written by Mere LaTour | Posted by:

Mere LaTour describes the benefits of seeking outside help with telling an effective cinematic story, whether fictional or documentary.

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Local Industry | Maine | Massachusetts | New England | Reports

Growing Momentum to Bolster Film Incentives in Maine

1 Jan , 2009 | Written by Cameron Bonsey | Posted by:

Blogger and film advocate Cameron Bonsey gives a personal take on the roadblocks and opportunities to attracting more film production to Maine.

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Connecticut | Film Festivals | Industry News | Local Industry | Maine | Massachusetts | New England | New Hampshire | Reports | Rhode Island

Industry News – January 2009

1 Jan , 2009 | Written by Erin Trahan | Posted by:

Sundance helps film people look ahead, RI and CT start production coalitions, RIIFF and Coolidge name new staff, and more... the January 2009 report of industry news, festivals, and happenings.

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