Independent Film Blog

May 14, FilmProposals is Hiring! Article Writing and Selling on Amazon-Kindle

Mon, 14 May 2012 17:47:31 GMT

FilmProposals is hiring for two specific gigs, and a third coming soon! Our first job will provide original and valuable content for our site visitors. Specifically, we are looking for articles focused on topics such as: Film Financing, Funding Types, Film Investors, Business Plans, Sales Projections and Comparable Film Projections.

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May 12, Five Steps Films - India's International Film Production Company

Sat, 12 May 2012 18:47:58 GMT

Five Steps Films offers the punch of synergy. With international directors, cinematographers, animators, special effects creators and editors from around

May 12, kashifsultan actor writer poet

Sat, 12 May 2012 18:44:57 GMT

my name is Kashif Sultan and I am 25 year old I am actor and writer also I am poet I write a audio album ‘‘mundry sony di ’’ in 2001 and NMS company realized.

May 12, FILM POSTER DESIGN _ MO CARÓ Spain

Sat, 12 May 2012 18:43:03 GMT

Hello my name is Mo Caro, illustrator and graphic designer specializing in the film world, is the only study in Spain are offering their services to emerging

May 9, San Francisco Film Commission Film Space Grant

Wed, 09 May 2012 14:16:11 GMT

The Film Commission announces its first Film Space Grant for FY2012-13 designed to provide financial assistance to nonprofit organizations that assist

May 9, Paul Robeson Fund for Independent Media Film Grant

Wed, 09 May 2012 14:09:13 GMT

Named to honor singer, actor and civil rights activist Paul Robeson, the Fund supports media activism and grassroots organizing by funding the pre-production

May 9, MacArthur Foundation | Documentary Film Grant

Wed, 09 May 2012 14:05:56 GMT

MacArthur Foundation offers grants to provide the public with high-quality, professionally-produced documentary films, deep and analytical journalism,

May 2, Rainy Day Movie Trailer

Wed, 02 May 2012 15:06:13 GMT

Rainy Day is a romantic drama of a young lady who suffers from bi-polar disorder. She struggles to reconcile her personality with her love life. An unexpected

Apr 29, The Faces of Huntington's Disease: I am No Longer a Faceless Face - Trailer Documentary

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:41:07 GMT

Beneath the Masks...Bravery, Love, Hope, Strength, Inspiration! WeHaveAFace.org is an independent, educational project comprised of a team of individuals

Apr 29, Dear Detroit: A Love Letter New Movies Trailer

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:38:36 GMT

A docu-drama that shares the most intimate experiences & memories told by real Detroiters. These testimonials, intertwined with an eclectic mix of narrative

Apr 24, How to Invest in Indie Films | Great Info For Your Film Business Plan

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:51:30 GMT

Investing in independent film is not only a good way to help improve the arts and shift spare cash into something worthwhile but you'll also get a buzz out of being a part of something really exciting. If you invest in all the spin-offs such as theatrical renditions, DVDs, video-on-demand, cable, foreign markets, etc., there can be lucrative earnings. To a great extent, the film industry has a small buffer against economic woes.

Independent movies occasionally rise to the top and oust the major movie studio productions, so how great would it be if the project you invested in manages to be one of those unpolished gems?! Great article for your Indie Film Business Plans: How to Invest in Indie Films - Steps and Tips

Apr 18, Film Coupons | Movie Red Carpet Events, Television Launches, Cameras, Software, Financing

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 12:30:05 GMT

There are dozens of industry film coupons, steals and deals around the globe. Recent film industry discounts have included complimentary tickets to a Hollywood red carpet premiere, cheap tickets to a NYC TV series premiere, half off movie and theater tickets, half off "Working as a Film Extra" Book, over 60% off Movie Magic Scheduling software, camera and electronics discounts and dozens more.

Apr 16, Film Finance for Independent Filmmakers | It’s Not Art, It’s Business

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:03:19 GMT

Vital Steps to Investment in an Indie Film Production. Finding funding for an independent film is one of the most difficult tasks the indie filmmaker will face. The money is available, so the main reason for the challenge is often that indie filmmakers approach the business-side of filmmaking with trepidation, or not all.

Unless an indie filmmaker plans on financing their movie themselves, eventually they will need the help of film business pros to help them find investors for their film. Read More at: Film Finance for Independent Filmmakers

Apr 15, Indie Film Distributors

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 02:48:59 GMT

Indie film distributors look for one thing only when they evaluate Indie Films -

Apr 15, Film Investing Article about "Precious" from the New York Times

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 01:14:56 GMT

Film Investing Article about

Apr 14, The Mind's Eye

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 04:16:29 GMT

The Mind's Eye, a 14 minute short film which have developed over the past two years of creative work between the team from Estonia, Finland, Holland and

Apr 13, Independent Film Business Plan Template

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 12:39:47 GMT

This easy-to-use 23 page Independent Film Business Plan Template can be used alone, or in conjunction with our Film Proposals and Financing Manual and Film Projections Templates. Using Microsoft Word, with a film theme background, the template requires your customization, but is formatted, includes tons of re-usable text and saves you hours and hours of typing and formatting time.

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Apr 13, Film Independent Filmmaker Grants and Awards

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 12:37:30 GMT

Each year, Film Independent awards a number of film grants and fellowships to help filmmakers with their current projects, as well as to recognize them for past accomplishments. Since 1995, Film Independent has awarded over $860,000 in cash film grants to Fellows. More Info: Film Independent Filmmaker Grants and Awards

Apr 9, GloryReelz Christian Film Festival

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 15:39:47 GMT

The GloryReelz Christian Film Festival held in Metro Detroit Michigan is hosted by Her Shine LLC a media arts ministry and production group. The festival

Apr 9, Exit 13 Movie Trailer

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 15:23:45 GMT

A new psychological thriller coming 2012. Directed by Andretti Dante written by Shaun Fletcher and Holly Hanson. It was supposed to be the perfect getaway

Apr 9, The Shattered Movie Trailer

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 15:22:15 GMT

When a Marine comes home 6 years after being pronounced killed in action, John is not the same man. His family welcomes him with open arms not knowing

Apr 9, Camera Phone New Movies Trailer

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 15:20:07 GMT

On March 20, 2010 there was a party at a building in Orange County. That night, there was a 911 call that has been filed as 'unknown' and the case was

Apr 3, AN INDIAN DISCOVERY: DECEMBER IN MY HEART

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:21:45 GMT

He is not Leonardo da Vinci, neither Socrates nor Aurobindo Ghose or Swami Vivekananda. He has his own name and own tale to say. This is a fiction, which

Apr 3, System and the one who brought it down Documentary

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:19:57 GMT

Russia inherited it's system of law from the Soviet Union which still makes it one of the most serious obstacles to the modernization of the country. Authorities

Apr 3, Go Nowhere Documentary

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:12:05 GMT

Go Nowhere is a documentary film that covers two people's lives that are closely intertwined for well over thirty years. The first person, Dave Insurgent,

Mar 28, The Find Me Movie Trailer

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 12:57:30 GMT

This well crafted drama delves into the emotional complexities of reunited friendships 12 years after the disappearance of a close friend. At the impromptu

Mar 28, The Heart Sees No Color Independent Film Pitch

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 12:54:50 GMT

In the family feature screenplay “The Heart Sees No Color”, Melody, a Caucasian nurse and widow of five years, sees the pain that Chris, an African American

Mar 28, THE BUTCHER Independent Film Pitch

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 12:51:46 GMT

“The Butcher” is a series based upon the fictitious life of hockey goon Bill “The Butcher” Reddick. Bill Reddick was a ruthless enforcer for the Montreal

Mar 27, Movie Business Plan Film Industry Statistics

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 22:13:02 GMT

Knowing PwC's well-respected film industry statistics are sure to gain you credibility with Film Investors. Do you know the projected growth of the Filmed Entertainment Industry through 2015? These are perfect numbers to use in conversation and on paper to show potential film investors you know and understand the film industry. More info: Film Industry Statistics To Use in Your Movie Business Plan.

All relevant PwC research, along with charts and graphs is integrated into our Film Business Plan Template and Film Proposals and Financing Manual. Do you think like an investor and speak their language? Get a huge advantage over other Independent Filmmakers with the best Film Financing Tools available online.

Mar 27, Dead Trust starring Vinnie Jones Independent Film Pitch

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 22:04:36 GMT

Starring Vinnie Jones, Leslie Grantham and Timothy Owen, Dead Trust is a fast paced action film that follows the desperate lives of 5 armed criminals after

Mar 27, Mile High Horror Film Festival

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 21:57:41 GMT

The Mile High Horror Film Festival takes place each fall in Denver, Colorado. Its mission is to showcase the very best independent horror films from around

Mar 27, Spidarlings New Movie Trailer

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 21:56:34 GMT

SPIDARLINGS is an upcoming Horror Musical by Salem Kapsaski with Music and Songs by Jeff Kristian. Poverty stricken lovers Eden and Matilda have enough

Mar 27, THREE ROUNDS MOVIE TRAILER

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 21:54:36 GMT

Three Rounds is an inspirational film which chronicles the life and mission of two-time Golden Gloves boxing champion, Ngo Okafor who was born in the United

Mar 27, Benny Loves Killing New Movie Trailer

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 21:53:10 GMT

Benny Loves Killing is the first feature from Look/Think Films. A UK based independent film company with a commitment to high-quality product and aesthetics.

Mar 27, Lancaster PA Area Film Festival

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 21:51:16 GMT

The Lancaster Area Film Festival is a filmmaker’s film festival hosted by 81st Street Productions and Stunod Pictures Entertainment. Organized by 81st

Mar 27, Virtual Monaco Charity FIlm Festival

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 21:50:27 GMT

This year in partnership with independentfilms.com and in an attempt to extend its reach and support for non-traditional filmmakers and distribution, The

Mar 27, 2012 Spirit Quest Film Festival

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 21:49:56 GMT

The Spirit Quest Film Festival has opened their call for entries for their 2012 season and is currently seeking inspirational, thought provoking and intriguing

Mar 11, Los Angeles Amazigh Film Festival

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 19:06:48 GMT

The Los Angeles Amazigh Film Festival, sponsored by the Department of Cultural Affairs of the city of Los Angeles, the Amazigh Cultural Association in

Mar 11, Massachusetts Independent Film Festival

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 19:03:23 GMT

The Massachusetts Independent Film Festival is a truly independent festival. We are dedicated to showcasing a wide variety of films from all genres. Everything

Mar 11, Influencing the Influencers Documentary

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 18:09:14 GMT

Influencing the Influencers documentary short depicts the most unique showcase in all of of high school athletes ever assembled. Picked for great athleticism,

Mar 11, Life's an Itch New Movie Trailer

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 17:59:36 GMT

Life’s an Itch is a romantic comedy based on the age old idea of an itch that men get concerning youth, desire and health... and a yogi. In this movie,

Mar 11, Fifty Pence Movie Trailer

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 17:29:22 GMT

Darren, a keen gambler, finds himself having to escort an unknown woman on the other side of Paris for a Mafioso. Struggling with the implications of his

Mar 6, Zed Fest Horror Film Festival & Screenplay Competition

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 20:26:59 GMT

Zed Fest Film Festival and Screenplay Competition in North Hollywood California, was founded to encourage and support low budget independent and amateur

Mar 6, Out There - Independent Film Pitch

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 19:52:08 GMT

A college Professor with experience in physics and astronomy arrives home from work and finds his wife and child murdered. He is accused for murdering

Mar 6, Enumclaw Independent Film Pitch

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 19:46:31 GMT

Enumclaw is a terrifying, heart pounding, horror thriller that centers on a reality television producer, Jennifer McDonagh and her crew of Paranormal Experts,

Mar 2, SeeFlik Movie Competition

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:46:29 GMT

SeeFlik is a platform for Independent filmmakers to put their films in front of the eyes of industry decision makers and millions of fans of the Independent

Mar 2, Pachuko: Skateboarding Scene in Costa Rica Documentary

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:44:25 GMT

This Documentary is from a series of short films about the skateboarding scene in Costa Rica, Central America. A new culture, from the youth of our country.

Mar 2, Roy Dean Film Grant Awarded by From the Heart Productions

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:40:09 GMT

Our Roy Dean Spring film grant is now accepting applications. We give over $30,000.00 in goods and services from top people in our industry like DuArt,

Feb 16, What We Hate To Remember Documentary

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:02:21 GMT

I recently released a documentary about child molestation called What We Hate to Remember. I focused my topic mostly on men who have been molested. I interviewed

Feb 16, FORESIGHT KILLER INSTINCT MOVIE TRAILER

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:59:10 GMT

WARNING: VIOLENCE AND COURSE LANGUAGE. Brought up in a criminally corrupt town local psychic Glen Parsons is no stranger to crime but when his beautiful