I have a number of friends who are really into film, or are interested in electronic journalism, or actually work "in the business" on movie sets. Today I reached out via FB and Twitter, tapping into their enthusiasm and expertise.
My request?
The first response came in less than a minute.
Over a dozen friends responded in the first hour.
And the suggestions keep pouring in.
I will be posting them in the sidebar labeled "Resources," and I plan to continually add to the list as the year progresses. Your suggestions are welcome, too. I've even set up another sidebar for Contests, so if you produce some short films in class that you are really pleased with, we can enter them in a competition. Or two. Or more.
Here are just a few of the recommendations I received today:
- The Black and Blue - this excellent blog focuses on camera assistants. (Being an AC is an awesome way to make a living!)
- No Film School - tutorial, interviews, short films - all geared toward YOU, the filmmaker.
- Speak Truth to Power - this competition encourages students to become engaged in human rights through video production. Make a movie and help save the world!
- Video & Filmmaker - lots of emphasis on insanely cool gear, plus behind the scenes looks at bigtime films like Transformers 4 and The Great Gatsby
- Vimeo Video School - Vimeo is YouTube's classier and cooler sibling. They present tutorials and suggestions for making great videos.
Get the picture? In this class we are going to work on becoming filmmakers, reporters, shooters, lighting techs, writers, and directors. But we are already getting help from professionals and groups who want to see you succeed. Get ready - we're less than six weeks away!
