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Filmmaking
Filmmaking is art of taking a storyline, and developing it into a full cinematic feature.
350 Questions
Who is the president of ADV Films?
ADV Films was shut down in 2009. John Ledford and Matt Greenfield were the owners of the company when ADV Films company was declared bankrupt and shut down.
How can you volunteer on a movie set?
Usually only low budget movies will take unpaid volunteers. You'll have to do your homework and try to find out who is shooting a video or low budget movie in your area, contact the production coordinator and ask if they can use some help. Many people who have careers today in motion picture production started out that way.
What invention caused the movie industry to panic?
The Talkies - or the introduction of sound - panicked the movie industry because everyone would be affected and all would have to re-learn the movie industry.
It really doesn't matter, as long as your cast and crew can understand what you mean. You could put "starts singing" in the action before the dialogues and "finishes singing" afterwards.
I enjoy it all because I truly enjoy storytelling. So whether it is scripted, behind the camera, or unscripted/reality, to news and sports, there always a story to tell. I love learning about people, cultures, and helping share their journeys. I think being well rounded and having a diverse array of projects in this industry is necessary for growth, creativity, and constantly challenging yourself to be better than you were yesterday.
You were the first Asian American female to appear on ESPN, Fox Sports, and Yahoo Sports. Do you feel like you broke the glass ceiling for future generations?No, I think we still have a long ways to go. As a woman in sports, I'm already a minority, add onto that being Asian, well that is just a double whammy. I've always gone against the grain though, and I since I have started, I have seen a few more women in the mix, but I can still count them on one hand. I hope that one day, sports media will truly reflect its fan base in America, since we are a diverse melting pot of cultures.
Before covering sporting events, you were an athlete yourself. Do you ever miss those days?I get my competitive kick at times, but I really compete with myself more than anything. I am always striving for a Personal Record of some sort, and I work out almost daily running, yoga, biking, hiking, surfing, pilates, paddleboarding, weight training, plyometrics cross training etc. I don't miss the scrutiny and pressure though.
Your show, The Yahoo Sports Minute, is the most popular sports show on the Internet, with 7 million viewers each week! How do you get your audience to come back every week?We have a huge platform in Yahoo, and being the longest running online sports show as well, (6 years) viewers have made it a staple and daily habit. Yahoo Sports has always been at the forefront of breaking some of the biggest sports stories, and one of the oldest online entities, setting an example for online sports content. The format has changed a bit now, but I am proud to have helped make the show a success.
What is it about The Yahoo Sports Minute that makes it so different from anything else on the web?The Yahoo Sports Minute curates the buzziest sports moments and must-see-and-share content. We shot late at night and waited for all the games to end so that it would be the most timely up-to-date information when you wake up in the morning. I like to think that i brought some flair to the show, I'm not sure what other sports host has dressed up as a Fantasy football, NBA lockout, Mrs Claus, or Princess Leia! I would always pushed the envelope by bringing in props to use and pitched different creative ways of interviewing athletes and guest hosts.
When you're not busy hosting or shooting, what are you up to?Chasing sharks, sunsets, surf, and stories around the globe. I love traveling because you gain such a different perspective by immersing myself in different cultures and meeting people from all walks of life. I am pretty adventurous and up for anything, especially anything that involves the ocean. I recently flew to Mexico for the weekend to swim with whale sharks, and the prior month was diving with sharks in Hawaii. I'm usually working on documentaries, show ideas, or researching which country to travel to next, on a plane to somewhere new and writing about it, or just outside! I love to host dinner parties & also like to bake--which usually happen late at night- lately I have been perfecting the apple pie. Making desserts is my specialty but I don't really have a sweet tooth, so I usually drop off sweets for friends. I have not had any complaints about my homemade ice cream.
You maintain a very active lifestyle. What are your favorite sports and activities?Surfing, scuba diving, paddle boarding, running, yoga, biking, tennis...I think I am happiest when I am in salt water.
What is your secret for staying in shape?Eating clean whole foods and not drinking alcohol is sure fire way to get in shape quickly. I love food too much to restrict myself but I will work out so I can eat well. Everything in moderation. It's just about putting in the time and work and having the discipline to get out the door and work out. Changing up my routines helps and I see more results when I focus on core work but above all you should have fun. I sign up for adventure races and runs to have a goal to work towards & I usually run them in costumes!
Have you ever been starstruck by an athlete you're interviewing?When I have a microphone or there are lights and cameras on, I am in professional zone, so I am focused on conducting the interview and creating an atmosphere where the athlete I'm interviewing is comfortable and opens up, so being starstruck wouldn't work. I have however been a little distracted OUTSIDE of work, when Mark Sanchez and Tim Tebow came into my gym and worked out right next to where I was training. I went full geek mode and couldn't concentrate on my reps while my trainer kept telling me not to embarrass him. I never did say hi to them but I was totally distracted for good reason!
What's the funniest thing that's happened during an interview?While hosting American Ninja Warrior for NBC, I was asked by the executive producers and network to kick a guy in the balls during our interview after he ran the course. He had just fallen in the water so he was all wet and in his tighty whities. Getting kicked in the balls was sort of his schtick, but it was still the oddest thing I have been asked to do, but I did it! It never made it to air but it's on YouTube.
Can you give us the elevator pitch for your acclaimed documentary Plastic Paradise: The Great Pacific Garbage Patch?Plastic Paradise highlights Angela Sun's journey to one of the most remote places on Earth, Midway Atoll, uncovering the truth behind the mystery of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Along the way she encounters scientists, industry, legislators and activists who shed light on what our society's vast consumption of disposable plastic is doing to our oceans, and what it may be doing to our health. We have had an amazing reception thus far and its been great to have people like Al Gore, Bette Midler, Forest Whitaker, Jackson Browne, & more support and talk about the film. We have won over 5 awards so far, and continue to screen at film festivals. Plastic Paradise comes out Sept 16th in the US and Canada digitally on iTunes, Amazon, Google play, Target ticket, Cinema Now, Vudu, Vimeo on demand and www.plasticparadisemovie.com!
What motivated you to make the film?I love telling stories, and wanted to keep up my producing/writing skills and showcase that I wasn't just a studio host or "talking head". I was hosting at Current TV at the time and my colleague brought this issue to my attention. As someone who scuba dives, surfs, and always in the ocean I will always strive to protect where I play.
How can interested parties help the Plastic Paradise cause?We all vote with our wallets every day and in the choices we make. You can purchase a copy of the DVD/digital download directly from www.plasticparadisemovie.com where all proceeds go towards the fall school campus tour and $5 of every purchase goes towards 5gyres.org continuing research, education and action on the topic of plastic pollution! Also all merchandise goes towards our marketing and coordinating costs. We need help in sharing the message! Everyone can take part in our 2 week refuse single use pledge! It's easy and you can win
How do you film an object that is falling in slow motion?
"Slow motion" effects result when the film is run through the camera at faster than normal speeds: the faster the film is run during shooting, the slower the motion will seem on screen. The logic is easy to understand. When the film runs faster during shooting, more frames per second are used to film the action. Therefore, when the film is viewed, more time is needed for those frames to pass through the projector.
What is Executive Director in Film making?
Whenever one reads 'executive' as a modifier to a noun in a film credit, the modifier usually indicates influence or money in the category that the noun represents.
Is there a different name for films with songs i.e. Films like Enchanted or Anastasia?
no, almost all films have songs. However, films such as "the sound of music" or "Annie" that contain moments where the cast break into song can be considered "musicals" but there is no set difference (in name) between a film with music and a film without.
When a film is 'wrapped', the film has finished shooting -- either for the day, or for the project.
What does EVO stand for in films?
EVO is a common word used by some companies that work in the film industry. The full form of EVO is variable.
How long have movies had color?
Movies have always been in color. There was no color in the entire world until the 1950's, so that's when color started showing up in the movies!
Can you wear clothing with logos on them in a homemade movie that will go on YouTube?
You can wear clothing with logos on them in homemade YouTube videos and long as you are not claiming you made those items. You have legally purchased the clothing, and you are also advertising the company.
What are the elements of a story board?
A story board is a series of drawings that show from the camera's point of view, the composition of a scene, usually its action.
Directors use storyboards to make decisions about telling the story on film that may include economic, safety, and other factors before shooting a scene or an entire movie.
What is technology used in film making?
Everything you see in a film that is not the story has been delivered to you by way of technology.
Technology includes film, cameras, lights, sound, music, projector, speakers and more.
Technology involved in filmmaking includes film, digital media, sound, foley inserts, actor voice dubbing, backgrounds, and even actors.
In what films does Geetha perform?
Geetha is an Indian actress who started her career in film in 1978. She has been featured in numerous films. Some titles she performed in include Mallu Singh, Kuselan, Shambu, Welcome to Kodaikanal, and Aavanazhi.
What did deanna durbin do after film making?
Deanna Durbin retired from show business after her marriage to Charles David. She became a housewife and raised a son and a daughter in France where she has lived for many years. Her fan club called the DEANNA DURBIN DEVOTEES is the largest website about her on the Internet. Deanna turns 88 on the 4th of December, 2009.
What is role of multimedia in film making?
Your answer depends on the type of multimedia you reference in your query. For example, the definition of multimedia means more than one media method of communicating.
Film is one kind of media. Foremost, film is a visual medium. Modern film also includes sound. Methods of capturing sound, over-dubbing sound, including music, sound effects and so forth, all involve at least the sound form of media.
What two innovations did Edwin porter add to filmmaking?
1.Cross-editing, to show various actions performed simultaneously.
2.Advanced (for its time) camera movements such as pan, tilt and crane.
3.Back-lighting a screen inside a set to simulate an outside studio.
and much, much more. Truly an unrecognized hero.
When did James Cameron make titanic?
Cameron did preliminary work as early as 1995 but labored on it till it's release date which was December 19, 1997.
What is psychological closure in film making?
When the mind fills in missing visual information that is not presented in the film.
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