Recently I got to watch again the film classic, “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial”. This was the second time I saw it – the first time was during its original theatrical release in Poland. That was probably in late 1983 – in the U.S. it was released in 1982 (back then, there was a long delay before American movies made it to – then communist – Poland). So, it was very interesting to look at the movie again after so many years. Continue reading Retrospective: “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial”
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The dilemmas of building a home movie library
It’s safe to say that filmmakers are also cinephiles and, as such, they have, at least, a small collection of favourite movies. Since movies are our passion, though, for many of us buying movies is a hobby. Obviously, hobbies are all about fun, but this one has become a bit more complicated – even frustrating at times – because it’s no longer all about choosing the right films. Continue reading The dilemmas of building a home movie library
Is 70mm film a big deal?
There is always a lot of interest whenever a Quentin Tarantino film comes out. However, “The Hateful Eight” – Tarantino’s latest film – has been a topic of wide discussion even before it premiered. Continue reading Is 70mm film a big deal?
Indiewire’s interview with Brett Ratner
Indiewire has an interesting interview with the Hollywood director and producer Brett Ratner. Among other things, the conversation touched on what talents and skills Hollywood looks for in young (or beginning) filmmakers. Continue reading Indiewire’s interview with Brett Ratner
Kevin Spacey becomes online educator
With high costs of post-secondary education in most countries and the riskiness of a career in film and television, it is not surprising that many filmmakers eschew education in traditional film schools and four-year drama programs. Looking for more cost- and time-efficient alternatives Continue reading Kevin Spacey becomes online educator
Cyber Monday – 50% off
In vein with Cyber Monday, we are happy to offer a 50% discount on Tom’s Dinner Date Short Film School. Continue reading Cyber Monday – 50% off
Black Friday Deals – Adorama – update
Here are the latest deals on filmmaking gear at Adorama. Please make sure to use the promo codes (where indicated) to get the discounts. Continue reading Black Friday Deals – Adorama – update
Black Friday Deals – BH Photo Video – update
BH Photo Video has some really sweet deals for Black Friday. Some of the savings are really significant. You can see them all here. Continue reading Black Friday Deals – BH Photo Video – update
Widescreen Bars – How To
Today I have a little tool for you – widescreen presets that you can use in your next video. They come in various resolutions: 4K Cinema, 4K UHD, 2K and HD. Continue reading Widescreen Bars – How To
The Making Of “Exploration”
It is always a great feeling when you discover someone with a great talent. This is what Tom and I felt when we saw the work of Ryan J. Thompson, especially his short film “Exploration”. Continue reading The Making Of “Exploration”