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7 Ways Filmmakers Use Social Media Capitalism
I wrote this article on Social Media Capitalism way back in 2013. I have looked at it again, and decided it merits a republish. The only thing I don't know much about is the current state of Pinterest. Back in 2013 everyone was talking bout Pinterest. Blogger Kipp...
The Must Read Top 10 Movie Lists of 2019
It's year end again! All bloggers and social media experts are busily publishing their Top 10 Movie Lists of 2019. Rather than duplicate the obvious I thought you would prefer a top ten of the Top 10 Lists - especially if there was any context behind the selection...
Using The 4 Social Stages
A huge challenge of screenwriters is to explain how it is possible for nature, society, and the individual to coexist and prevent the evolutionary cycle from repeating. One can measure a screenwriters' development by examining how adept they are at using the 4 social...
The Next Decade’s Key Trends
Everything seems to be moving so quickly in our world. The next decade's key trends in politics, ecology, and financial structures are changing faster than the polar ice cap is melting. So where does that leave independent filmmakers seeking to eek out a living in...
Setting The 4 Social Stages
Social stage is the point at which the society of your hero has developed. All societies evolve through distinct social stages. Choosing one of the 4 social stages allows you to communicate a great deal without resorting to dialogue. Civilizations tend to develop over...
The Product Video Hack Nobody Tells Filmmakers
The Secret Hack that Artlist.io is Bringing to You Video marketing has become vital to the success of a product, and getting the perfect shot can make or break your marketing effort. One of the most critical aspects of a product video is the background of your...
The Role Of Violence And Sex In Screenwriting
Violence and sex in screenwriting is everything that a story is. . Every scene, every line, every word in your script should be brimming with violence. In terms of violence, think the following words – taunt, tense, violent emotion, contradiction, conflict – in each...
How to Write a Christmas Classic Movie
Oh the charm of a Christmas classic movie! ‘Tis the Christmas Season, when families come together and inevitably gather around the TV to watch a heart-warming, often funny, Christmas themed movie. Done well, they will want to watch the same movie year after year to...
Gift Ideas For Filmmakers
Here are some gift ideas that can bring cheer to the filmmaker in your life. Or, if you like, each of these items make great self-gifts! Gift Membership Pick between: Raindance Membership – £50 (Concession rate £30) Raindance Membership + Gift Bundle – £80 (Concession...
The Three ‘M’s’ Filmmakers Need
What every filmmaker needs to remember is life in the creative industries means running a three pronged business. People new to filmmaking also need to apply the same creative Management, personal Management and financial Management rules that apply to start-ups....
