Film Production, COVID and Insurance
I have been reading articles, talking with insurance companies, bond companies and others about insurance industry for Indie Film Productions in the US. The challenge is that Indie Films need the required insurance to cover a film when it is funded through the Indie method of Banking-Minimum Guarantees-Equity-Distributor-Completion Bond.
Fight Scene Details
In the films that I’ve worked on like the ”Taken” series, ”American History X”, etc., the script conveyed action in a laconic manner – and was later fleshed out in relation to the actual location and shot lists. Shane Black was masterful in writing his action moments together with strong characterization.
Film Production Insurers Regroup Amid Crippling COVID-19 Losses
http://news.ambest.com/newscontent.aspx?AltSrc=104&RefNum=230926 Best's Insurance News & Analysis - January 12, 2021 10:10 AM (EST) Bullet Points - Article (Below) •Film production claims account for about 60% of entertainment losses at Allianz •A typical $50...
How to Mark a Book
The Focus of the Writer, Filmmaker and Self-Improvement aficionado to become better at a craft, skill and Self with a constant and Lifetime Learning mentality seems one very specific character trait of this creative and driven personality. Insofar as this goes, I...
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Routine: Waking up Early I have gotten into the habit of becoming an Early Riser. This is particularly challenging in today’s world of pandemic where the usual required and obligatory routines ie work, school, etc., are either diminished or eliminated. Now stock day...
Authenticity for Artists for a Fulfilled Life. (#1 in a Series)
Being who you are creates confidence, inspires integrity and allows one to take risks. By understanding your own unique Values and Principles, you can better convey your unique understanding of the world and feel confident doing so in your Art. As Creative Explorers,...
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CREATIVE EXPLORERS! This is a Go To website for Production Incentives, especially overseas. 1. Pandemic Response for Productions: With the ongoing pandemic, I think that there are going to more and more productions going overseas. The protocols in other countries...
Great Japanese Film Director Kenji Mizoguchi
Great Film Directors: Kenji Mizoguchi. He was a highly influential Japanese director admired by Welles, Kurosawa, Godard and more. I remembering seeing his two part film "47 Ronin" (1941) in the old Fox Venice Theater in West Los Angeles. This great Japanese story is...
Denzel Washington Passionate Inspiring Speech
Creative Explorers! Film Tone Explained in Filmmaking Video
Creative Explorers! "Goldmarks" Worthwhile bookmarks for building your Filmmaking Resources, Inspiration and Personal Productivity. "Tone" is that Opening Moment in a film, TV show or streaming content when I know the style, genre and feeling of the upcoming visuals...