FILM PIPELINE - Part 3

Post Production

"At last, we get to the end of the film pipeline.  Postproduction is everything that comes after shooting has finished."

Topics:
- Acquisition
- Visual Effects and Effects Editing
- Editing, Sound (Editing, Design, Foley, Dialog Editing and A.D.R.) and Music (Scoring)
- Job Descriptions for Post-Prod Jobs
- Sound Mix
- Color Grading / Timing and “D.I.“
- Print It!
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By Stephan Vladimir Bugaj

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Canon 5D Mark II - FIRMWARE UPDATE

The 24p firmware update for the Canon 5D Mark II is live on Canon’s site.

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FILM PIPELINE - Part 2b

On-Set Production

"In part 2A of the film pipeline overview, I discussed the final aspects of production before going on-set. Once you’re on set, however, the character of production changes.  It becomes much more intense, as there’s always a ticking clock."

Topics:
- Crew Call; Location, Grip and Lighting Work
- Script and Storyboard Revisions
- Cast Call and Cast-Director Check-in
- Wardrobe, Hair and Make-Up
- Actual Shooting
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By Stephan Vladimir Bugaj

Heumoore Productions - "Ace Wonder"

www.acewondermovie.com

"HeuMoore Productions is currently preparing for their second feature film project due to begin filming possibly by the end of April. The film is called Ace Wonder, named for the ten-year-old detective character.

At first, John wasn’t very excited about doing a remake, but then he realized how many stylistic changes could be made to the story.  Heartstrings is going to be more of a detective story than The Widow’s Might was a western.

When asked how this film would compare with The Widow’s Might, John said, “Very stylistic!  Very cool! … Really Fun. Our goal with HeuMoore Productions is to be unique and fresh.  I think audiences will be thrilled with [Ace Wonder]. They haven’t seen anything like this before!” The budget will be at least three times that of The Widow’s Might’s $129,000.

The original Heartstrings was completed from start to finish in about thirty days. With such a rush, it deserves to be made over.  Heartstrings takes place before The Widow’s Might, even though it will be made after.  HeuMoore Productions is hoping to have it completed in time for the San Antonio Independent Christian Film Festival of 2010 deadline.  No word yet about the theatrical or DVD release."

Full Title: Ace Wonder
Tagline: Message from a dead man
Status: Preproduction
Director: John Moore
Production Company: HeuMoore Productions
Filming: Spring 2010

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The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry DVD - PRE-ORDER

 

Best buddies Dustin (Jansen Panettiere), Albert and Mark are twelve year old boys looking forward to a summer of fun in 1970. When Dustin mows the lawn of seventy-five year old Jonathan Sperry (Gavin MacLeod), a man he has seen at church, a unique friendship develops. What happens the rest of this summer is something Dustin and his friends will never forget!

Orignally released in theaters, an inspriing film for all ages. (96 min)

Bonus Features Include:

- 40 min Making of Documentary
- Rich Christiano/Gavin MacLeod Commentary
- Spanish version
- Feature: "Houses of Jonathan Sperry"
- Interview with Composer Jasper Randall
- Special message from Director Rich Christiano

The DVD is now available for pre-order!

To learn more about the making of the film, you can read an interview with director Rich Christiano here.

'ONE GOOD MAN' is now...'HERO'!

HERO is about the desperate need for men to return to God’s calling; that they be fathers to their sons.  This is a difficult calling, one that demands commitment, strength, and love—in a word, heroism.  It stems from a humble decision made by a father, but ultimately, it requires God’s strength.  And God is the true hero of this movie.

HERO is currently in post-production. Filmed in Winston-Salem, NC, it is produced by Brightline Pictures and Advent Film Group. It stars Burgess Jenkins (REMEMBER THE TITANS, ARMY WIVES), Gregory Alan Williams (THE PREACHER'S KID, WEST WING), Mark Joy (THE ULTIMATE GIFT), Andrea Powell (THE RUNAWAY JURY)

Writers: Manny Edwards and John Fornof
Director: Manny Edwards
Producers: George Escobar, Michael Snyder, Manny Edwards, and Burgess Jenkins

Visit HeroFamilyMovie.com for more information.

SAICFF Registration Now Open!

The festival will be held October 28-30 in downtown San Antonio, and we are excited to see the film submissions for 2010!

Submission Entry Deadlines

Early Bird Deadline: May 1, 2010 *
Regular Deadline: Feature Films: July 31, 2010 All Others: June 30, 2010

* Please note: In order for films to qualify for the Early Bird special pricing, all submissions must be post-marked no later than May 1.

Film Festival Categories

This year filmmakers have the opportunity to submit films to compete for a Jubilee Award in five categories:
- Feature Film
- Documentary
- Short Film
- Commercial Advertisement
- Promotional Media.

In addition, one of these films will take home the Best of Festival Jubilee Award, and a check for $101,000.

Awards will also be given for:
- Best Three-Page Treatment
- Best Original Score
- Best Young Filmmaker
- Best Festival Trailer
- ....and the coveted Audience Choice award.

More info can be found at, www.saicff.org

FILM PIPELINE - Part 2a

Production Phase 1

"If you find yourself continually making major changes throughout late prepro / early production, maybe your film isn’t really ready for production. And if your film isn’t actually ready for production, why is it in production in the first place? If more executives (and producers, directors, etc.) asked themselves this question seriously there would be more quality films coming in on-time and on-budget."

Topics:
- Casting, Wardrobe, Make-Up Tests, Rehearsals, Camera Tests with Talent
- Crew Casting
- Lock Locations, Build Sets, Get Props
- Finally, you need to just stop getting ready at some point.
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By Stephan Vladimir Bugaj

WANTED - Western Movie Short

"Trouble is brewing in the small town of Bandera, Texas. A young sheriff is put through a test of fire when he learns that the candidate for Mayor is a criminal from the north. The villain's charisma is rapidly gaining support in the town, and his promises of prosperity spark hope in the weary townspeople. With so much at stake, the winner will take all."

Movie Website: www.WantedWestern.com
P.S. For all you camera buffs, this movie was shot on a Cannon 7D

FILM PIPELINE - Part 1

Pre-Production

"Preproduction is the most overlooked, downplayed, and underappreciated part of filmmaking. That’s because it is actually the most essential step in making a film, yet people generally want to skip most or all of it.  Without sufficient preproduction, you’re going into production and postproduction with no real idea of what you’re doing."

Topics:
- Casting Crew Leads and Actors
- Script Breakdown
- Budgeting and Scheduling, Financing and Legal
- Script Revisions, Storyboarding, Production Design and Previsualization
- Camera Tests, Location Scouting and related work
- Iterate
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By Stephan Vladimir Bugaj