Film Festival

Madison Alexander hosts an episode of the Film Independent. (Warning: Adult language and controversial content) In this Episode, Madison interviews unique film makers Billy and Anais Yeager. Their extraordinary film, Jesus of Malibu, is one of a kind. All acting, shooting, script writing, music, sets, stunts and editing were done by the couple and by the couple only. This movie is on track to make its debut at the Sundance Film Festival. This episode of The FIlm Independent examines the making of Jesus of Malibu and the eclectic couple that created it.

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An educational documentary chronicling how after 41 years of playing NBA basketball in Seattle, the Sonics were moved to Oklahoma and became the Thunder. This film was created by Sonics fans in order to educate the public. This film is in High Definition, Close Captioned and has a soundtrack provided by Seattle area musicians. Visit SONICSGATE.ORG for more info.

Features original HD interviews including Gary Payton, George Karl, Slade Gorton, Brad Keller, Sherman Alexie, Paul Lawrence, Kevin Calabro and many more. This film is being distributed for free online by the Seattle SuperSonics Historical Preservation Society. All rights reserved.

Music was provided for the film by Seattle-area hip-hop artists such as Lil Kriz, Jake One, Grayskul, Blue Scholars, Common Market and more.

This is an original educational work created by loyal Sonic fans with additional footage provided by local news organizations. Visit http://sonicsgate.org for more information.

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independent film based on the hip hop song ‘You Never Know’ by Immortal Technique featuring Jean Grae. Directed by Al Mukadam.

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A short film based off the original concept of the game “Left 4 Dead”, back again after 1,070,845 views and 11,042 comments from the original upload!

This short film was written for my Year 11 High School Media project, (August 2007) and it’s attention to detail was limited– and as such the story, characters and concept have great differences to the game Left 4 Dead. It was shot in two days, and actors were hastily grabbed together, locations had little planning, and many of the shots and some of the dialogue had to be created on the spot. I’d just like to add these comments to help many viewers understand the context of this short film. Thanks, Jordan (Director)

Special thanks to George Donikian and Robert Mascara from Network Ten for their support in allowing us to use, and shoot in the Channel 10 News Set

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There is an audition for an independent film this week and I really want to play the role. It’s not the lead but I do play a character it is important to the storyline; she’s a 17 year old girl who is troubled and depressed. I have never auditioned for anything other then plays and this is an open audition which is very very rare and it’s also a great opportunity but I was wondering does anyone know exactly what Indy films are looking for in actors and what are somethings I can do to definitely get the part?

I got a part in an indie movie last year. I didn’t really want to do it and i think thats half the reason I got it, cos I really didn’t care either way. I think the main thing is just to relax and make sure you do your research. Have you been depressed? If not, talk to someone who has and try to get inside their head.

This Film Is Not Yet Rated asks whether Hollywood movies and independent films are rated equally for comparable content; whether sexual content in gay-themed movies are given harsher ratings penalties than their heterosexual counterparts; whether it makes sense that extreme violence is given an R rating while sexuality is banished to the cutting room floor; whether Hollywood studios receive detailed directions as to how to change an NC-17 film into an R while independent film producers are left guessing; and finally, whether keeping the raters and the rating process secret leave the MPAA entirely unaccountable for its decisions.

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Cannes film festival, Movie making Jesus of Malibu featured on THE FILM INDEPENDENT FEATURES the making of the film Jesus of Malibu.

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Professional advice on producing an independent film! Learn about dealing with actors and how to make an indie film in this free video.

Expert: Kevin Lindenmuth
Contact: www.lindenmuth.com
Bio: Kevin Lindenmuth has worked in the film/video business for more than 20 years. He received his B.A. in film/video production from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in 1987.
Filmmaker: Travis Waack

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“We are the garbage collectors. Always blessed.” http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/garbage-dreams Welcome to the world’s largest garbage village located on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt. The Zaballeen (Arabic for garbage people) recycle 80 percent of the trash they collect‹far more than other recycling initiatives. But now a multi-national corporation threatens their livelihood. Follow three teenage boys born into the business who are forced to make choices that will impact the survival of their community.

GARBAGE DREAMS premieres April 27, 2009 on Independent Lens, a weekly series airing on PBS. Hosted by Maggie Gyllenhaal, the acclaimed series showcases powerful and innovative independent films. Presented by ITVS, Independent Lens is broadcast on PBS stations nationwide. Visit the Web site for more: http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/garbage-dreams

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“The first thing I do is I put my hand in the ground and I eat it.”
http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/dirt-the-movie/ It’s under our feet and under our fingernails, but what is it? And how did it get there? Inspired by William Bryant Logans acclaimed book “Dirt: The Ecstatic Skin of the Earth,” find out how industrial farming, mining and urban development have led us toward cataclysmic droughts, starvation, floods and climate change. Dirt is a part of everything we eat, drink and breathe. Which is why we should stop treating it like, well dirt.

DIRT! THE MOVIE premieres April 20, 2010 on Independent Lens, a weekly series airing on PBS. Hosted by Maggie Gyllenhaal, the acclaimed series showcases powerful and innovative independent films. Presented by ITVS, Independent Lens is broadcast on PBS stations nationwide. http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/dirt-the-movie/

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