Common Mistakes of Amateur and Professional Filmmakers in a Shoot

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Shooting a movie requires both technical and creative skills to tell a good story. During the shoot, any or both of these may be overlooked because of varying reasons. Common mistakes the production encounters when filming are often due to stress or compromises caused by limited time or resources.

Blu-ray Review: 'Dazed and Confused - Yahoo! Movies

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The 1993 film "Dazed and Confused" re-releases as a Blu-ray offering packaged in a single disc. This 102-minute motion picture piece written and directed by Richard Linklater is a coming-of-age feature that looks back at the lives of teens during the 1970s. It stars a cast of then unknowns including Matthew McConaughey, Ben Affleck, Milla Jovovich, Adam Goldberg, Jason London, Cole Hauser, and Joey Lauren Adams.

Blu-ray Review: 'The Big Lebowski' - Yahoo! Movies

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The Coen brothers' comedy opus "The Big Lebowski" features a Limited Edition release with a Blu-ray disc, a digital copy, and a sturdy 28-page booklet. The package showcases a brief note of the film's legacy, trivia questions, quotes, still images, character descriptions, review excerpt from Rolling Stone, and an interview with Jeff Dowd, the inspiration for the film's lead character. This seminal piece of cult tells the adventures of Jeff Lebowski, an unemployed slacker and avid bowler better known as "The Dude." This story is loosely based on the Raymond Chandler novel "The Big Sleep."

Best Free iPhone, iPad Movie Watching Apps Without Monthly Subscription Fees - Yahoo! Movies

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Sometimes you may be stuck on the road, waiting in line, or simply bored somewhere. In such situations, a portable device like the iPhone or iPad makes it possible for you to get preoccupied by watching movies on the go. If you don't like to be bound by a monthly subscription fee for this type of service, you can simply check out YouTube, Vimeo, or even your social networking sites to watch videos from your mobile device.

Monster Movies from 1956 to 1960 - Yahoo! Movies

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The classic monster movies of the 1950s influenced a number of future offerings of the horror genre. These motion pictures were primarily meant to provide thrill and horror in seeing beasts wreaking havoc on screen. For the second half of the decade, many bloodthirsty, hairy, and violent creature features highlighted a variety of characters for the horror movie audience.

Monster Movies from 1951 to 1955 - Yahoo! Movies

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A number of classic horror offerings during the first half of the 1950s revolve around stories of monstrous characters. From giant beasts to mutated humans, these characters are generally meant for fans with voracious appetite for watching things that look and sound creepy, sinister, and freaky onscreen. These oldies but goodies in the monster sub-genre of horror films can be good choices for a midnight movie screening or monster movie marathon.

Blu-ray Review: 'Spy Kids' - Yahoo! Movies

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"Spy Kids," shot and made famous by Robert Rodriguez, an unlikely filmmaking maverick directing his first family movie, releases in a single Blu-ray disc that is filled with many bonus materials. This 2001 motion picture offering goes outside his typical works that include "El Mariachi," "Desperado," "From Dusk Till Dawn," "Sin City," "Grindhouse," and "Machete."

The Origin and History of Robert Howard's 'Conan the Barbarian' - Yahoo! Movies

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Long before the films that featured Arnold Schwarzenegger in 1982 and 1984 and Jason Momoa in 2011, "Conan the Barbarian" began as a character creation of Robert Howard, an American author known for his pulp fiction work in diverse genres. In many writings from books to websites, he is regarded as the father of the sword and sorcery sub-genre. His character Conan has now become a viable franchise known for its many licensed books, comics, TV programs, video games, and films.

Blu-ray Review: 'Source Code' - Yahoo! Movies

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"Source Code" releases in a single Blu-ray disc featuring a fast-paced sci-fi thriller from Duncan Jones, the filmmaker who made a name for himself in his critically acclaimed 2009 debut feature "Moon." Although this sophomore piece is not as intellectually compelling and is clearly not an independent motion picture work like his first film, the young and promising director still creates scenes that interestingly unveil themselves in unique and entertaining ways. The 93-minute film features Jake Gyllenhaal as a military man in a mission to stop the bombing of a commuter train by inhabiting the body of one of the passengers.

Best Free iPhone and iPad Apps for Movie Buffs - Yahoo! Movies

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These days, seeking movie information online doesn't necessarily require opening a laptop or desktop anymore. You can simply use an iPhone or iPad application to lead you directly to movie facts, figures, ratings, and other details you want without booting a computer or having to bring one when you're on the go.

The 'Millennium Trilogy:' From the Swedish Book Series to the Movie Series - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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The film adaptations of Stieg Larsson's internationally bestselling "Millennium Trilogy," consisting of "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo," "The Girl Who Played with Fire, " and "The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest," made big waves in its native Sweden and a number of film festivals worldwide. "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo," the first of the movies to be remade in the US, is currently in production, directed by David Fincher.

Philippine-Korean-Iraqi Film "Technophilia" Screening at RAW Las Vegas: Fusion Las Vegas

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The Philippine-Korean-Iraqi 16mm short film Technophilia will have a screening at RAW: Las Vegas Presents Fusion on Aug. 25, 2011 (Thursday) at Tommy Rockers in Las Vegas. If you're in the Vegas area on the said date, you are invited to come to the event and support local artists.

Blu-ray Review: 'Soul Surfer' - Yahoo! Movies

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"Soul Surfer," the 2011 movie inspired by the life of the competitive teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, releases in a combo pack featuring a Blu-ray disc and a DVD. This sports action drama tells the story of the 13-year old Hamilton's struggle to get back into surfing after a shark attack where she lost one arm. Courageously overcoming all odds, she inspires millions of people around the world through her unwavering faith and determination to go back into her sport. This 106-minute motion picture piece stars AnnaSophia Robb, Dennis Quaid, Helen Hunt, and Carrie Underwood.

Blu-ray Review: 'Rio' - Yahoo! Movies

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The "Rio" Blu-ray release features a two-disc set consisting of a Blu-ray disc and DVD, along with some digital download materials. Aptly set in Rio de Janeiro, this 96-minute 3D animation is helmed by Brazilian director Carlos Saldanha, also the man behind "Robots" and the "Ice Age" films. The filmmaker shows love for his hometown with this movie project that showcases the fun and festive culture of the Brazilian city.

'Pan's Labyrinth' Movie Review: Binding Myth and Reality - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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"Pan's Labyrinth" is a brutally bewitching adult fantasy film that parallels the horror of two worlds (the realistic and the magical) - both having their own monsters.

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Unfaithfulness can be a devastating situation, especially to the committed one in the relationship. The depression it brings may seriously affect one’s health, lifestyle and work. Coping up with infidelity in a relationship can either result to a reconciliation or a breakup. Sometimes, an initial reconciliation may still fail and the relationship can even end up with a bad breakup.

Arguments About How The Bible Influenced The U.S. Constitution | Relijournal

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There are many varying insights about how influential the Bible was to the U.S. Constitution. Although the First Amendment stated “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances,” many people continue to argue its interpretation and how biblical principles may or may not have affected the Founding Fathers at the time of the making of the Constitution.

Being an Alumna of One of The Hollywood Reporter's Best Film Schools in the World - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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The University of the Philippines, the premier state university in the country, was my dream school. Lucky I was to get through the tough admission process where I was admitted to my first choice course: Bachelor of Arts in Film and Audio-visual Communication.

Best Popcorn Flicks with Treasure Hunting Themes - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Through the years, treasure hunting has become a popular theme for swashbuckler, action, adventure, and fantasy movies. Hollywood's best treasure hunt flicks are large-scale productions with big-budget allotments. As these motion picture offerings often aim to become big Hollywood franchises, they rake in money not only through the actual films, but also through their expanded offerings from merchandise items to book, comics, and TV adaptations.

Free iPhone and iPad Apps for Buying Movie Tickets - Yahoo! Movies

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If you're an iPhone or iPad user, you can take advantage of many free movie applications for your devices. While there are hundreds of thousands of available apps on iTunes, some of the best and most popular ones are actually available for free. If you are looking for movie ticketing apps without having to pay for the download, you can try the apps from Fandago, Showtimes, Movies Tickets, and Movies Now. They are actually quite similar in terms of overall features, so it's up to you which interface and exact offerings best suit your needs.

Stop-Motion Animated Films from the 1970s to the 1980s - Yahoo! Movies

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A stop-motion animated film offers a distinctly organic look that falls somewhere between an animation and a live-action production. Using puppets, cut-outs, or clay, stop-motion animation springs to life an inanimate object by incrementally moving it every after shooting one frame. While it is not as popular as traditional or hand-drawn animation during its heyday and computer animation these days, when 3D movies are more prevalent, the stop-motion technique has its own share of patrons.

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ith his already fed-up girlfriend. And things become more and more techie-like as they move on.

Historical Rock Concert Movies - Yahoo! Movies

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Concert movies seasonally have theatrical releases alongside the regular narrative features that dominate the box office. These music documentaries are generally aimed at singers, groups, and bands from various music genres -- with most of them featuring pop music celebrities and rock stars. For rock concert movies, "A Hard Day's Night," "The Last Waltz," and "U2 3D" are three historical rock offerings that really stand out.

Stop-Motion Animated Films from the 1950s to the 1960s - Yahoo! Movies

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Stop-motion animation is an animation technique that requires physical manipulation of an object before shooting each shot as a single frame in a movie. The object is moved in very small increments and the movements are shot frame-by-frame. Playing these shots sequentially provides the illusion of movement.

Free iPhone and iPad Apps for Buying Movie Tickets - Yahoo! Movies

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If you're an iPhone or iPad user, you can take advantage of many free movie applications for your devices. While there are hundreds of thousands of available apps on iTunes, some of the best and most popular ones are actually available for free. If you are looking for movie ticketing apps without having to pay for the download, you can try the apps from Fandago, Showtimes, Movies Tickets, and Movies Now. They are actually quite similar in terms of overall features, so it's up to you which interface and exact offerings best suit your needs.

Classic Musicals to Watch During Family Bonding Time - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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A musical film showcases full-scale song and dance performances as part of the story's narrative. The music elements mostly help progress the story and further develop the characters' personality. Yet there are some musicals that simply require characters to start singing and dancing production numbers in between typical scenes that don't seem to have that very musical nature.

Popular Flights when Traveling Between Las Vegas and Phoenix - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Traveling between Las Vegas, Nevada's McCarran International Airport and Phoenix, Arizona's Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport requires a flight distance of about 256 miles.

Traveling to Seoul, Korea: The History, Arts and Culture of Insadong - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Insadong is a popular tourist location in the Jongno-gu district of Seoul, Korea. Its main street is connected to varying alleys that people usually visit for shopping, touring and taking photos. This bustling area is acknowledged as a traditional district for both locals and foreigners. It also hosts the famous Insadong Gallery Street, a central Seoul attraction typically crowded by locals and tourists, especially during weekends.

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RAW:natural born artists is an independent arts organization that hand-selects and spotlights independent creatives in visual art, film, fashion, music, hair & makeup artistry, photography, models and performing art.

Contributor Spotlight: Rianne Hill Soriano - Yahoo! Contributor Network - contributor.yahoo.com

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We're excited to kick off our new blog series that will shine the spotlight on exceptional individuals from our Yahoo! Contributor Network community. In our first installment, we spoke to the talented and successful Rianne Hill Soriano, a contributor since March 2010 and a Yahoo! Featured Contributor in the categories of Movies and Travel.

Importance of Framing a Shot When Making a Movie - Yahoo! Movies

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Framing a shot pertains to how you compose your main subject and the elements surrounding it to fit the rectangular space your camera provides. This plays a vital role in exploring the varying meanings, implications, and emotions of a scene. The composition of each shot allows specific elements on screen to be in focus or out of focus, highlighted or downplayed, or in the foreground or the background.

Classic Disney Animated Movies for 2 Year Old Kids - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Although Walt Disney is an entertainment company geared toward the children audience, not all Disney movies are ideal for 2 year old kids. Some films tend to have too complex plots or too scary villains. Some don't have characters that are appealing enough for these very young children. Suitable movies for 2 year olds are those with very simple stories, charming characters, eye-candy visuals, and captivating sound and music that are just right for their age.

'Lawrence of Arabia' Production History and Challenges - Yahoo! Movies

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The 1962 film "Lawrence of Arabia" is widely acknowledged as one of the most influential films in the history of cinema. This motion picture piece has kept its classic resonance for many generations of filmmakers and filmgoers. It is often mentioned even by the iconic filmmaking figures of today like Steven Spielberg and George Lucas as a major influence and inspiration for them. Film buffs who are fond of classic dramas and war epics often recollect watching this David Lean opus.

Best Opening Sequences from Select Classic Movies - Yahoo! Movies

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A movie's opening sequence sets the mood and pacing of the story. It is meant to capture the interest of the viewers early on in the film. The style and treatment for it largely depends on the director's vision.

How 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2' Concludes Decade-Long Franchise - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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More than 10 years ago, I was one of those who read the first four engaging Harry Potter books and finished them in a week. It didn't surprise me that the series' popularity led to the first movie adaptation of this J.K. Rowling literary opus in 2001. For that first installment, it was clearly a children's fantasy movie. Wave by wave, each of the seven books got adapted into a blockbuster phenomenon. Interestingly, each movie, along with its characters, matured appropriately with time.

Guide to Pitching Your Movie Project - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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If you're an aspiring or a new filmmaker or scriptwriter, an opportunity to pitch your movie project can be quite challenging. As a chance for you to sell your concept or screenplay, you must be able to do a movie pitch that is simple, catchy, and direct to the point. Instead of throwing branched out ideas here and there, making the presentation clear and concise is the first step to attracting potential funding for your project.

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Steven Spielberg Biography: Struggling Through Film School and Getting His Professional Break as a Director

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Steven Spielberg has raised the bar of Hollywood standards at an early career. With his extensive filmography as a director, producer, scriptwriter, and later on video game designer, he is now considered one of the most influential filmmakers in cinema history.

Shooting Time-Lapse Footage for Your Movie Using a Canon EOS Camera - Yahoo! Movies

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The Canon EOS is a camera system known for its wide range of digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras used for both amateur and professional photography and videography work. Originally, EOS stands for the acronym Electro-Optical System and it also serves as an allusion to Eos, the Greek goddess of dawn. When using a Canon EOS camera to shoot a time-lapse of the sunset, the movement of clouds, vehicles passing by a busy highway, or people walking in a bustling city, this camera's high-quality photos can provide ideal footage for your movie.

2011 Las Vegas Film Festival Showcases Local and International Films - Yahoo! Movies

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July 15 to 17, 2011 became a time to celebrate independent and mainstream filmmaking -- the Las Vegas way. The fourth Las Vegas Film Festival (LVFF) showcased an interesting roster of fresh and critically acclaimed films around the United States and other parts of the world. The Las Vegas Hilton, the host of the festival for second year in a row, celebrated with filmmakers and filmgoers from different countries for three days of filmmaking pride.

Las Vegas Film Events from July 22 to 28, 2011 - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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The period between July 22 to 28, 2011 will feature a number of free film screenings hosted by a Las Vegas mall and the libraries under the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District. Meanwhile, a school will host a weekend movie event for a soon-to-release superhero movie. On June 28, Thursday, three separate summer movie screenings will be held in different Las Vegas locations.

Prospective Government Jobs for a Person with a Film Degree - Yahoo! Movies

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A person with a film degree, whether a bachelor's degree or higher, can get hired for a part-time, full-time, or contractual position in a government office needing someone's expertise in film or video work. States and cities typically have their own TV stations that need production talents for their operations. The military has audio-visual and communication jobs that typically require handling cameras or doing editing, graphics, or animation work. A number of state and federal agencies hire consultants and advisers for their various projects. State universities and military schools need instructors and professors knowledgeable in various aspects of filmmaking

Major Filming Locations for 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2' - Yahoo! Movies

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After almost 10 years, the conclusion to the legendary eight-film series of J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" books finally releases. As "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2" completes the saga about 'the boy who lived', it is interesting to look into the major filming locations used for the film. Like the other "Harry Potter" installments, this final offering was filmed entirely in the U.K.

Movie Facts About Steven Spielberg's 'E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial' - Yahoo! Movies

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The Steven Spielberg classic "E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial," more popularly referred to as simply "E.T.," ranks number 25 in the "America's Greatest Movies" list of the American Film Institute (the 100 best movies for the first 100 years of cinema). It received rave reviews during its initial release in 1982. It was re-released in 1985 and again in 2002, which led to a few changes in the film's special effects and the incorporation of some additional scenes.

Famous Movies About Queens from 2001 to 2009 - Yahoo! Movies

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The period from 2001 to 2009 had a significant share of famous movies that explored the lives of queens who made their marks and shaped their times. These royals came from different European monarchies in Spain, England, and France. Combining historical accounts with cinematic license, many of these motion pictures became critically acclaimed offerings featuring A-list stars and renowned film directors.

Touching Movies About Famous Writers of Fantasy and Children's Stories - Yahoo! Movies

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Through the years, a number of fantasy and children's books have been turned into successful films. And so, it is interesting to also look into the stories of the original masters who made these stories come to life in the fields of literature and the arts. These writers prove that chronicling the world, life, and emotions allow human imagination to further soar and explore greater heights.

Memorable Movies that Feature World Famous Writers - Yahoo! Movies

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Movies featuring famous writers abound in Hollywood. The fascination for writers as cinematic subjects has remained strong through the years. They continue to provide many interesting themes and stories with a ready market coming from the famous names attached to these projects.

Best Opening Sequences from Select Classic Movies - Yahoo! Movies

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A movie's opening sequence sets the mood and pacing of the story. It is meant to capture the interest of the viewers early on in the film. The style and treatment for it largely depends on the director's vision.
While others simply feature a typical sequence without additional effects or texts, an opening sequence may also showcase accompanying opening title effects or superimposed texts that show the names of the studios involved in the project and the film's main cast and crew. Some of the most engaging opening sequences that are often remembered by moviegoers include those from the classic movies "Star Wars: Episode 4: A New Hope," "Full Metal Jacket," and "The Lion King."

The Importance of a Clapperboard in Filmmaking - Yahoo! Movies

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A clapperboard is a simple but very important device used in filmmaking. Also referred to as a clapper, slate, or ID, it is typically seen in behind-the-scene photos and videos of movie productions. It can be an old school device where you write the information on it or an electronic device that features automated, red-lit characters showing the shot information.

Best Opening Titles of 1990s Cult Classics - Yahoo! Movies

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Opening titles refer to the beginning of the movie where the studios producing the film and the names of the main cast and crew are shown onscreen. As this part of the film is crucial in setting the mood when watching, productions would play with the texts of the opening credits by creating visually engaging opening title sequences -- just like in these top cult classics of the 1990s:

Film Workers: Major Members of the Camera Crew - Yahoo! Movies

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A movie production's camera crew plays a crucial part in any filmmaking work. The people working on the team takes charge of all camera-related technical and creative requirements for the film. They are responsible for acquiring the best possible footage the project needs. The camera work used during filming is based on what the director and cinematographer envision for the movie.

Film and Theater: Acting on Camera vs. Acting Directly in Front of the Audience - Yahoo! Movies

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Movie and theater actors have similarities and differences when it comes to how they perform for their audiences. Each type of actor has varying requirements when performing on a specific medium. Essentially, acting on camera is a recorded performance, while theater acting is a live performance. A film actor's performance is edited during the process of making the movie, while a theater actor's performance is raw and direct as how the viewers see it live on stage.

Blu-Ray Review: 'The Return of the King' in 'The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy Extended Edition' - Yahoo! Movies

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The June 2011 release of "The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy Extended Edition" features a 15-disc set with six 50GB Blu-ray discs and nine DVDs. Given this scope, making a more comprehensive review for each film package in the trilogy is ideal. This review focuses on the third film, "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King." The first and second films, "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring" and "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers," have their separate reviews, along with a dedicated disc-per-disc feature that summarizes the contents of the entire extended edition package.

Advantages a Movie Production Gets When Shooting in Sound Stages and Studios - Yahoo! Movies

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As big studio movies often use sound stages for their location needs, most studios invest on the construction of their own sound stages. For smaller studios, they usually rent these sound stages for their projects. Those who have conservative budgets or have minimal requirements that a sound stage won't be practical to use, they rent smaller studios or convert a warehouse, or sometimes, a room in a home or office, into a studio.

Blu-ray Review: 'The Two Towers' in 'The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy Extended Edition' - Yahoo! Movies

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The June 2011 release of "The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy Extended Edition" features a 15-disc set with six 50GB Blu-ray discs and nine DVDs. Given this scope, making a more comprehensive review for each film package in the trilogy is ideal. This review focuses on the second film, "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers." The first and third films, "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring" and "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King," have their separate reviews, along with a dedicated disc-per-disc feature that summarizes the contents of the entire extended edition package.

Las Vegas Film Events from July 29 - August 4, 2011 - Yahoo! Movies

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The period between July 29 to Aug. 4, 2011 showcases a number of movie events in Las Vegas from the Sunrise Library, Clark County Library, Century Orleans, Town Square Park, and Laughlin Library. These locations mainly offer film screenings ranging from Hollywood blockbusters to special features. Some of these movies are geared toward kids and teens, while others are meant for the adult audience.

Blu-Ray Review: 'The Fellowship of the Ring' Package in 'The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy Extended Edition' - Yahoo! Movies

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The June 2011 release of "The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy Extended Edition" features a 15-disc set with six 50GB Blu-ray discs and nine DVDs. Given this scope, making a more comprehensive review for each film package in the trilogy is ideal. This review focuses on the first film, "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring." The second and third films, "The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers" and "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King," have their separate reviews, along with a dedicated disc-per-disc feature that summarizes the contents of the entire extended edition package.

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More than 10 years ago, I was one of those who read the first four engaging Harry Potter books and finished them in a week. It didn't surprise me that the series' popularity led to the first movie adaptation of this J.K. Rowling literary opus in 2001. For that first installment, it was clearly a children's fantasy movie. Wave by wave, each of the seven books got adapted into a blockbuster phenomenon. Interestingly, each movie, along with its characters, matured appropriately with time.

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Showing 3D movies in theaters started with the use of red and cyan glasses during the 1950s. Then it resurfaced around the dawn of the new millennium mostly using polarized 3D glasses and shutter 3D glasses. Before these newer technologies, the pioneer 3D system used was called the anaglyph 3D system. It was initially meant to view still images with three-dimensional depth until the film industry and other related fields discovered its potential for a larger market of 3D-savvy audiences.

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On a technical level, pacing a video footage takes into consideration the technical movements of the camera and the timing of how the shots are edited during post-production. Pacing also involves how the actors and actresses time the scene through their performances and how showcasing specific special effects, props, or sets can affect the duration of each shot.

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Framing a shot pertains to how you compose your main subject and the elements surrounding it to fit the rectangular space your camera provides. This plays a vital role in exploring the varying meanings, implications, and emotions of a scene. The composition of each shot allows specific elements on screen to be in focus or out of focus, highlighted or downplayed, or in the foreground or the background.

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A movie production needs a number of props and costumes during filming. The art department led by the production designer and art director takes charge of producing these production materials. After completing the shoot, the said art requirements are usually thrown away, sold, auctioned, or kept by the production company.

2011 Las Vegas Film Festival Showcases Local and International Films - Yahoo! Movies

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July 15 to 17, 2011 became a time to celebrate independent and mainstream filmmaking -- the Las Vegas way. The fourth Las Vegas Film Festival (LVFF) showcased an interesting roster of fresh and critically acclaimed films around the United States and other parts of the world. The Las Vegas Hilton, the host of the festival for second year in a row, celebrated with filmmakers and filmgoers from different countries for three days of filmmaking pride.

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Through the years, a number of fantasy and children's books have been turned into successful films. And so, it is interesting to also look into the stories of the original masters who made these stories come to life in the fields of literature and the arts. These writers prove that chronicling the world, life, and emotions allow human imagination to further soar and explore greater heights.

The Philippine Creative Industry in the Age of ICT

Too much information, how can you stand out?

So many voices, how can you be heard?

"Creativity" allows you to stand out and be heard.

It's time for artists to shine and take advantage of what Information and Communications Technology (ICT) brings not only to the arts, but also to businesses.

At this time and age, the Internet is already a crucial part of people's lives.

The creative industry is booming and growing in a global scale. Filipinos need to keep up with it. Creativity and culture can lead to a viable creative economy for the Philippines.

The spark is there. Using ICT, Filipinos can continue spreading the flame of artistic freedom and responsibility for the benefit of artists, appreciators of art, and businesses.

It's about time that Filipinos work together for this endeavor. Support the establishment of the Philippines' Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT). It's about time.

TRIVIA:

Most interviewees were shot behind FILIPINO NATIONAL ARTIST Napoleon V. Abueva's wooden sculpture entitled "BORN FREE" (Molave and Iron); January 26, 1972.

This video was made through the collaborative efforts of dedicated people who worked with me on the project including Chrisel Desuasido, Philip Arvin Jarilla, OJ Desuasido, and Dustin Uy.

Special thanks to CICT's Creative Content Team.

Commission on Information and Communications Technology 1st AVP: https://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=10150139990671502

Coming soon: Video about artists' "Intellectual Property Rights" and information about "Copyright Registration."

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Gracefully aging in terms of look, treatment, and emotional exploration for the last 10 years of its existence, the "success spell" for J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" series has never been broken. Now, for the final film of the legendary franchise, the little boy in Harry officially becomes a man. With it comes a capper to a decade-long saga loved by many generations of fans from very young kids to their grandparents.

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For decades the character Winnie the Pooh, also called Pooh Bear, has charmed many generations of children. This fictional anthropomorphic bear created by A.A. Milne gained popularity through its collection of stories from the children's books "Winnie-the-Pooh" (1926) and "The House at Pooh Corner" (1928). This charming character also appeared in the books "When We Were Very Young" (1924) and "Now We Are Six" (1927).

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Children's movies often feature charming animal characters whether in animation movies, live-action movies, or a combination of both. Kids' fascination with animals are typically seen in films that depict animals interacting with humans or other animals, animals acting or talking like humans, animals exploring varying adventures inside and outside the wild, and animals documented as they are in real-life.

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It is interesting to note that the mid 1930s to the early 1940s produced a number of narrative movie projects featuring real-life inventors and scientists. While they don't necessarily work like documentary films that accurately discuss the facts in the lives of these important people, these movies provide inspirational stories highlighting many historical contributions in science and technology. Being films produced in the earlier periods of cinema, they also serve as windows to an era of filmmaking that falls within the time before and during World War II.

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The MiniDV tape format is one of the industry standards for tape-based recording used in many consumer and professional videos. A number of consumer and prosumer cameras use this tape to record video footage. For more high-end cameras used for broadcast work, other formats including Beta SP, DVCAM, DigiBeta, DVCPRO HD, and HDCAM SR tapes are often used. These days, aside from tape-based cameras, there are also a number of file-based cameras that store footage in discs, memory cards, and camera hard drives.

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After almost 10 years, the conclusion to the legendary eight-film series of J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" books finally releases. As "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2" completes the saga about 'the boy who lived', it is interesting to look into the major filming locations used for the film. Like the other "Harry Potter" installments, this final offering was filmed entirely in the U.K.

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Storyboards are used in professional filmmaking work. It visually tells the movie's story shot per shot using drawings. For amateur filmmakers or for someone making his or her first movie, a storyboard offers the same purpose. It helps the production in discussing how to mount each shot practically and creatively before and during the actual shoot.

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ecoming an established cameraman requires experience in filmmaking work. It is essential to see sample works, which will collectively serve as proof of one's skill in camera handling. A professional cameraman has a decent list of established films or other types of productions such as music videos, corporate videos, and TV commercials on his/her resume. For a starting cameraman, it is essential to build a diverse portfolio or a portfolio that focuses on a certain type of production, genre, or visual style. A portfolio or a show reel is the key to building credibility and getting more projects.

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Desaturating your movie means lowering the degree of richness and vibrance of the colors seen on the footage. Completely removing the saturation of a video results to a black-and-white footage. The process of desaturation can create a different mood and feel to your movie and it is typically done after finalizing your edit. In production terms, altering the color attributes of your footage including adjusting its saturation is part of the colorgrading process.

Popular Hollywood Films Shot in Thailand - Yahoo! Movies

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After a crazy misadventure in Las Vegas that made "The Hangover" (2009) a big comedy franchise, "The Hangover Part 2" (2011) became another hit raking in millions at the box office. This time, the comedy riot traveled to Thailand where the main characters attended a pre-wedding brunch that got out of hand. As the highlight on this Southeast Asian location captured the appeal of this wild comedy escapade, it's interesting to look into other popular Hollywood films that were also shot in Thailand.

Major Filming Locations for 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2' - Yahoo! Movies

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After almost 10 years, the conclusion to the legendary eight-film series of J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" books finally releases. As "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2" completes the saga about 'the boy who lived', it is interesting to look into the major filming locations used for the film. Like the other "Harry Potter" installments, this final offering was filmed entirely in the U.K.

Best 1970s Animated Movies to Watch on Blu-Ray or DVD - Yahoo! Movies

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At this time and age where 3D computer-generated imagery (CGI) dominates the making of animated movies, the old school animation look tends to bring much novelty for a typical home movie treat. Aside from the more organic technique employed for these older animated classics, there are also many interesting elements in their storytelling styles and treatments. They capture the spirit of what classic animated stories offer to the modern viewers who are more exposed to a brand new era of animated motion picture offerings.

Great Movies that Feature World War II Events and Characters - Yahoo! Movies

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Generally, movies set during World War II have time frames anywhere between 1939 and 1945. Some World War II movies are set in other time periods after the war and they typically feature characters whose lives were touched or even changed by the war. Most of them are military and war movies, but there is also a huge chunk of those that belong to other genres that primarily deal with the conflicts and dramatic moments of people involved or affected by the war.

Popular Hollywood Films Shot in Thailand - Yahoo! Movies

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After a crazy misadventure in Las Vegas that made "The Hangover" (2009) a big comedy franchise, "The Hangover Part 2" (2011) became another hit raking in millions at the box office. This time, the comedy riot traveled to Thailand where the main characters attended a pre-wedding brunch that got out of hand. As the highlight on this Southeast Asian location captured the appeal of this wild comedy escapade, it's interesting to look into other popular Hollywood films that were also shot in Thailand.

Plots and Locations for the First Five 'The Fast and the Furious' Movies - Yahoo! Movies

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With five going on six movies under its belt and 10 years of blockbuster success, "The Fast and the Furious" fans have much to look back on. Its combination of star power, heart-pumping action, engaging sets, and hot cars made these speed movies a moneymaking franchise. Although it hit some downsides along the way, it has ultimately earned a cult following through the years. It is quite interesting to look into the first five movies' plots and the major locations they feature in their stories.

How to Cite a Movie as Reference Material Using the MLA Style - Yahoo! Movies

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Citing a movie title in a paper follows specific formats, which depends on the preferred style imposed by the school or company requiring the writing composition. The MLA (Modern Language Association) Style is one of the popular options when citing reference materials for a research or writing work. It is often preferred in Humanities and Liberal Arts papers. While the MLA Style provides a clear format on how to cite a reference, the inclusion or non-inclusion of certain information in a movie citation can slightly vary depending on the needs of the writing composition.

How to Cite a Movie as Reference Material Using the APA Style - Yahoo! Movies

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You must always list down the sources of information you use for an essay, thesis, dissertation, or any other research paper or writing composition. When citing a movie as a reference material, one of the most popularly used citation style is called the APA (American Psychological Association) Style. It is often used in the fields of Social Sciences and other related professional and scholastic works.

Great Classic Movies with Circus Themes - Yahoo! Movies

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The circus is an interesting setting to use in a movie. Aside from the visually engaging and heart-pounding actions involving acrobats, trained animals, unicyclists, tightrope walkers, and other gravity-defying performance artists, it is also an aurally exciting extravaganza filled with different musicians and sound effects. These are carefully coordinated with dances and fun acts through dancers, trapeze artists, jugglers, clowns, hooters, and other amusing entertainers and stunt performers.

Best Remembered Movies of Michael Bay - Yahoo! Movies

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I may be one of those who prefer art films and movies with depth over brainless flicks, but it doesn't mean I don't find some popcorn movies to enjoy as well. For "Transformers" helmer Michael Bay, his short filmography is an interesting list of easily remembered big-budget flicks. His handful of blockbusters can prove he has mastery of the mainstream formula. Starting out as a music video director, he knows how to pack the theaters with style.

'Top Gun' History and Influences in Pop Culture and the Military - Yahoo! Movies

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Except for films with major characters heroically manning war aircrafts, many pilot characters were generally parts of movies' airborne fight scenes. Combat pilots were mostly stereotyped as "living props" in other films. Suddenly, there came a movie that featured naval aviation as its central theme. "Top Gun" glamorized this theme as the heroic vocation for the best Navy pilots in the U.S. military.

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It is typical for a horror movie to showcase certain characteristics that make them distinctive of the genre. Most of them feature stories that depict, address, or explore people's nightmares, hidden fears, phobias, and psychotic and neurotic tendencies. The genre intends to evoke emotions such as fright, terror, panic, disgust, or shock to the viewers through scenes revolving around morbidity, murder,disease outbreak, or supernatural events.There are no exact distinctions that could brand a decade to be more explicit in showing gore than others. Eras mainly differ on the more specific graphic elements used than the degree of explicitness shown.

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Movies to watch in celebration of America's Independence Day can range from films with themes that can strike people's most patriotic hearts to popcorn flicks that can definitely spark the grandness of the 4th of July festivities. Depending on the more specific tastes of movie patrons, the choice of movies to watch could possibly go the art film track that provides more socially or politically relevant themes or the blockbuster movie track where fun, action, or other feel good things typically highlight a story. Some people choose character-driven movies that are filled with much emotions and character details, while others want plot-driven flicks where things are usually fast-paced and events are always progressing.

Traveling on a Budget: An International Vacationer's Guide to France - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Whether you go to France during summer or winter, the weather conditions throughout the year are generally ideal for you to experience great French sights, streets and structures. There are both advantages and disadvantages of going to France during the peak season or the off-season. You will save a lot taking a flight to France during the off-season because the airfare can cost about five times as much during the summer. Even the lodging rates are significantly high during the peak season.

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When visiting Wisconsin, cheese lovers and those curious on how cheddar cheese is made can check out the free cheese factory tours in the state. Showing guests Wisconsin's art of cheese-making, Union Star features a
century-old tradition from the Metzig family's finest natural cheeses. The company continues to handcraft their classic Wisconsin cheeses using the old-fashioned way through fresh milk in small, local dairy farms.

Blu-ray Review: 'Red Riding Hood' - Yahoo! Movies

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"Red Riding Hood" is a loose movie adaptation of the folk tale "Little Red Riding Hood." The re-imagining of this story capitalizes on the vampire and werewolf movies that have become top cash cow releases for a good number of years. Instead of the little girl and wolf characters in the original story, this flick features a teen who falls in love with a werewolf. It even shares the same director as the first "Twilight" movie with Catherine Hardwicke. To further add to the similarities of the two films, Amanda Seyfried who plays the main character Valerie even shares the same on-screen father (Billy Burke) with "Twilight" star Kristen Stewart.

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For many generations of comic book fans, the hammer-wielding God and warrior Thor has become a popular character in the Marvel universe. He is also one of the Nordic Gods who has often been referenced, whether directly or indirectly, in a variety of literary and cinematic works. While his stories slightly vary in the many depictions of him, his primary character background remains the same -- he is said to be the iconic God of Thunder and the son of Odin, the ruling God of Asgard.

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A MiniDV tape is a popular video cassette tape used in a number of consumer and even professional cameras. If you encounter a tape jam with it, it is possible to try a do-it-yourself fix without necessarily disassembling the cassette tape. The jamming is usually due to a tangled, twisted, or crumpled magnetic tape, which may be a result of a broken or malfunctioning part of the tape's or the camera's playback system.

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The Mac-based Roxio disc-burning application Toast Titanium is offers a wide variety of features. Aside from its basic optical media-recording capability, it is also popularly used for file conversions, capturing streamed music and audio from other media-playing programs and web browsers, and tagging music files.

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Watching a movie in a 3D theater typically uses any of the three popular theatrical 3D systems: IMAX, RealD 3D, or Dolby Digital 3D. They are currently the leading competitors offering theater owners the technical system required to build a new 3D theater or convert an existing 2D theater into a 3D one. Each 3D system may have differences, but all of them have one thing in common: they require the viewers to wear 3D glasses to see a movie with three-dimensional depth.

Blu-ray Review: 'Battle: Los Angeles' - Yahoo! Movies

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Packaged in a blue eco-vortex case, the alien invasion movie "Battle: Los Angeles" releases in a two-disc combo pack consisting of a 50GB Blu-ray disc and a DVD. Its story features Aaron Eckhart as Staff Sergeant Michael Nantz, a marine who has been called back to duty just a few hours after resigning. His is part of a mission to evacuate people in Los Angeles from the impending fallout of a meteor storm. The turn of events get worse with the appearance of an alien army rising from the ocean. The stranded civilians attempt to escape the blast radius where the military plans to strike against an impending alien colonization.

'Star Wars' Filmmaking History: The Birth of the Lightsaber - Yahoo! Movies

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As an epic fusion of science fiction and fantasy, "Star Wars" fundamentally changed how people see motion picture sagas. During its theatrical release, it blew people's minds. It was a major milestone in filmmaking history. It made one filmmaker's dreams real. Since then, it has become its own mythology.

Critically Acclaimed Sci-Fi Comic Book Movies and the Directors Behind Their Successes - Yahoo! Movies

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Movie adaptations of sci-fi comic books have become extremely popular, especially in this time and age when technology already allows filmmakers to maximize the potential of their imagination in audio-visual form. Comic books with sci-fi elements also have a very huge fan base, which instantly expands their market when they are made into movies. Top sci-fi comic book movies usually garner a number of technical and popularity awards. Yet, there are a handful that also reap non-technical awards because of their thematic and creative offerings for both the critics and the general audience.

Oscar-Winning LGBT Movies to Watch for Pride Month - Yahoo! Movies

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LGBT films, short for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender films, feature motion picture pieces dealing with or showcasing gay, lesbian, bisexual, and/or transgender characters and the issues these people encounter among themselves or in the society as a whole. For the LGBT movie genre, the stories may or may not be directly referring to LGBT themes, but the characters and their relationships play crucial roles in the movie's main stories.

'Harry Potter' Facts and Insights: Celebrating the End of a Legendary Movie Franchise - Yahoo! Movies

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The legendary "Harry Potter" franchise releases its final movie after almost one decade of capturing the interest and imagination of people around the world. Producing eight successful movies in a span of 10 years is quite an accomplishment. From the iconic performances that catapulted Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter), Emma Watson (Hermione Granger), Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley), and many other British talents into international stardom to the very long list of filmmaking talents who received varying accolades for their works, the "Harry Potter" movie franchise has much to leave for film historians to chronicle.

Movie Facts About Tim Burton's Horror Musical 'Sweeney Todd' - Yahoo! Movies

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In 2007, visionary filmmaker Tim Burton transformed the critically acclaimed musical "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" into a motion picture opus. His determination in seeking the approval of Stephen Sondheim, the force behind the music and lyrics of "Sweeney Todd," paid off and he readily took the chance he was long been waiting for. Exploring a brand new genre for this period film, Burton further diversified his filmography by taking the challenge of making a musical with distinctively dark elements.

Summer Movies 2011: Animated Sequels and Franchise Reboots - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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2011's pre-summer and summer releases feature a handful of big franchises of animated movies. Two of them are sequels, while the other two are franchise reboots of classic cartoon series. Three boasts of 3D releases, while the other one keeps its traditional animation look and feel.

Summer Movies to Watch with Your Dad - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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For Father's Day, watching a movie with your dad can actually be a rare treat. Instead of going to the theater with a date or with a group of friends, spending your movie time with your father may or may not require that much preparation or surprise ideas for his special day, but it can still be such a worthwhile bonding endeavor that can even extend to a post-movie discussion while dining, walking around, or driving home.

Memorable Animated Characters: Which Ones Already Reached the A-list Movie Star Status? - Yahoo! Movies

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It is a given that animated blockbusters mainly capitalize on the appeal of its characters to capture the viewers' attention. Amidst the many charming ones that offer memorable performances on the big screen, there are those animated characters that really make their marks to the point of creating very successful sequels and top sales on a variety of merchandise items.

Differences Between IMAX, RealD 3D, and Dolby Digital 3D Theaters - Yahoo! Movies

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Watching a movie in a 3D theater typically uses any of the three popular theatrical 3D systems: IMAX, RealD 3D, or Dolby Digital 3D. They are currently the leading competitors offering theater owners the technical system required to build a new 3D theater or convert an existing 2D theater into a 3D one. Each 3D system may have differences, but all of them have one thing in common: they require the viewers to wear 3D glasses to see a movie with three-dimensional depth.

Travel Guide for a Family Vacation in Miami, Florida - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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As a melting pot of cultures, Miami, Florida offers diverse activities and attractions highlighted by its famous beaches and exceptional getaway spots. It is filled with family-friendly adventure and water parks, resorts, museums and interactive science centers. A number of day tours and camps for families and children also provide interesting options to make the most out of a Miami vacation.

Michael Fassbender Movie Roles: Characters from History and Literature - Yahoo! Movies

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Before "X-Men: First Class" star Michael Fassbender became Erik Lensherr/Magneto, he was mainly a TV star who got his motion picture break through the epic film "300." Since then, this character actor has been playing a variety of roles, most of which have significant parts in history and literature. As a fast-rising star, his level of fame continues to provide him roles that really diversify his filmography.

J.J. Abrams' Directing Career: From TV to Movies - Yahoo! Movies

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J.J. Abrams' directing career started with a handful of successful drama and action-suspense TV series. His break in the industry came from the production of the prime-time TV drama "Felicity" (1998 to 2002), a series he created with Matt Reeves. Before directing his first film, his TV career peaked with the renowned action-suspense series "Alias" (2001 to 2006), which he both created and directed. Steadily marking his action, suspense, and science-fiction roots, this was followed by the multi-awarded suspense drama series "Lost" (2004 to 2010), which he created with Jeffrey Lieber and Damon Lindelof.

Hollywood Blockbuster Movies Turned into Broadway Musicals - Yahoo! Movies

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There may be a number of Hollywood movies adapted from stage plays, but there is now a steady increase on the number of movies originally written for the screen getting Broadway makeovers. These movies turned into Broadway musicals provide a fresh treatment to what stage plays typically offer. This time, it's the other way around in terms of the creative process of translating films into theatrical productions. Interestingly, these adaptations from motion picture blockbusters come from a variety of movie genres. Such film franchises originally using cinematic language tend to transform into theatrical pieces with a ready fan base and a tried-and-tested branding.

The Major Cast and Crew Behind 'Gremlins' After 27 Years - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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After working on the blockbuster hit "Gremlins" in 1984, the film's major cast and crew have continued to enjoy flourishing careers for many years. Most of these artists have already reached the peak of their careers and many of them are still active in Hollywood. In celebration of the "Gremlins" 27th anniversary, here are some of the renowned names that made the film possible and how their film careers have evolved through the years:

Differences Between IMAX, RealD 3D, and Dolby Digital 3D Theaters - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Watching a movie in a 3D theater typically uses any of the three popular theatrical 3D systems: IMAX, RealD 3D, or Dolby Digital 3D.

Blu-ray Review: 'Top Gun' 25th Anniversary Release - Yahoo! Movies

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In line with the 25th anniversary of the movie described as the best recruitment video for future Naval aviators to date, "Top Gun" re-releases the film with a Blu-ray combo pack inclusive of a DVD and a digital copy. However, surprisingly, it doesn't offer much as an anniversary release. It highlights a new disc packaging artwork, but it doesn't showcase anything new in terms of technical specifications and special features.

Blu-ray Review: 'I Saw the Devil' - Yahoo! Movies

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'I Saw the Devil' (Akmareul Boatda), the Korean film by critically acclaimed director Kim Jee-woon, tells the tale of a psychopath and the guy who seeks revenge against the evil force who killed his fiancee. Releasing in a single 50GB Blu-ray with BD-Live functionality, 'I Saw the Devil' features famous Korean acting talents Choi Min-sik from the Park Chan-wook opus 'Oldboy' and Lee Byung-hyun from 'The Good, the Bad and The Weird,' another masterpiece from Kim Jee-woon.

Blu-Ray Review: 'The Crow: City of Angels'

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Releasing in a 25GB single Blu-ray disc, the 1996 movie 'The Crow: City of Angels' is a follow-up piece to the 2004 film 'The Crow' made famous by director Alex Proyas and its original star, the late Brandon Lee. This sequel with Vincent Perez stepping in for the lead role depicts the story of a victim of a brutal attack of an evil drug cartel as he gets brought back to life by a mysterious crow. Ashe Corven (Perez) seeks revenge by killing his murderers one by one through the help of his psychic muse Sarah. However, his lethal enemy Judah knows about his one weakness and this becomes the man's ace to bring him down.

Oscar-Nominated Movies to Watch on Father's Day - Yahoo! Movies

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Spending quality movie time with your father in celebration of Father's Day can be most fitting when watching something that particularly touches a father-child relationship. Dads and their children actually have varying tastes and interests when it comes to movie genres. Yet, choosing from a diverse list of the best Oscar-nominated movies with memorable father characters can be quite ideal, especially when trimming down options or finding some ideas on interesting themes for movies to watch on Father's Day.

Summer Movies 2011: Animated Sequels and Franchise Reboots - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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2011's pre-summer and summer releases feature a handful of big franchises of animated movies. Two of them are sequels, while the other two are franchise reboots of classic cartoon series. Three boasts of 3D releases, while the other one keeps its traditional animation look and feel.

Most Popular Superhero Movie Franchises in Hollywood - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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For many decades, superhero movies have both thrived and flopped. As the number of movies falling under this sub-genre continues to grow, there are no clear or exact grounds that the success of a franchise is solely based on the time frame and era of its release date. It is expected that a high-quality, and at the same time, entertaining film would find its way topping the box office. However, there is something more to a movie franchise than a single motion picture piece it features.

Best Military Movie Classics to Watch on Memorial Day - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Movies with military themes remind us how much dedication and sacrifice our veterans have offered the country during those many war-stricken times in American history. From the cruelty war brings to people to the glory of fighting for a cause, from the harsh realities and politics of war to the need to defend and protect one's country, all these themes have been covered well by many military movie classics.

Tips for a Solo Female Traveler Going to Dubai - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Dubai is a fast-emerging international city and tourist hub that boasts opulent structures, luxurious tourist amenities and grand hotels catering to both tourists and business executives. By regional standards, it implements more liberal policies compared to other Middle Eastern cities.

Tips for a Foreigner Traveling to Dubai for Tourism or Business - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Dubai, a modern and progressive desert city filled many exotic and grandiose structures, is one of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.). With a large immigrant population, English is widely spoken around the city and it is used as second language, especially in commerce, after the official language ofArabic. It is also common to see English signs around this independent city-state.

Travel Guide for a Family Vacation in Miami, Florida - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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As a melting pot of cultures, Miami, Florida offers diverse activities and attractions highlighted by its famous beaches and exceptional getaway spots. It is filled with family-friendly adventure and water parks, resorts, museums and interactive science centers. A number of day tours and camps for families and children also provide interesting options to make the most out of a Miami vacation.

How to Convert a 2D Movie into Stereoscopic 3D - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Stereoscopic 3D mimics the function of the human eyes. When watching a movie in 3D format, there are actually two slightly different images you see at a time -- one for each eye. The "left" and "right" images differ through their horizontal distance from each other, which is similar to the distance between the left and right eyes. Converting 2D movies into stereoscopic 3D requires separately measuring the image depth of each element through a manual or automatic process.

Blu-ray Review: 'Born To Raise Hell' - Yahoo! Movies

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Released in a single 25GB Blu-ray disc, the straight-to-video action flick "Born to Raise Hell" features a comeback movie for veteran action star Steven Seagal. As expected, this film is filled with a lot shooting, swearing, and Seagal as the hero who never fails to beat any bad guy lingering around.

'Country Strong' Blu-ray Review - Yahoo! Movies

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"Country Strong" releases in a single 50GB Blu-ray disc with some bonus materials to back up its 117-minute motion picture offer. It explores a "behind the music" dramatization of the life of the fictional character Kelly Canter (Gwyneth Paltrow), an alcoholic country music superstar who drunkenly falls onstage during a performance and subsequently suffers from miscarriage. She meets a hospital employee who also turns out to be a talented small-time, not so limelight loving country singer Beau Hutton (Garrett Hedlund). As the story progresses, Beau, as Kelly's rehab sponsor, along with another country starlet Chiles Stanton (Leighton Meester), gets convinced of opening for her country tour.

Blu-ray Review: 'Born To Raise Hell' - Yahoo! Movies

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Released in a single 25GB Blu-ray disc, the straight-to-video action flick "Born to Raise Hell" features a comeback movie for veteran action star Steven Seagal. As expected, this film is filled with a lot shooting, swearing, and Seagal as the hero who never fails to beat any bad guy lingering around.

'Bloodworth' Movie: Similarities with Jeff Bridges' Oscar-Winning Film 'Crazy Heart' - Yahoo! Movies

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After watching the trailer of the country music movie "Bloodworth," many elements would most likely look and sound familiar, especially to those who watched the Oscar-winning film "Crazy Heart."

Weird Movie Roles Made Popular by Johnny Depp - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Aside from becoming the iconic Captain Jack Sparrow in the "Pirates of the Caribbean" movie franchise, along with its many merchandise items and the character's huge theme park presence, Johnny Depp has played a number of interesting movie roles for the past two decades.

How to Shoot a Homemade 3D Movie - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Exploring how to shoot a 3D movie doesn't always require costly equipment. It is possible to shoot something using the older 3D technology used decades ago.

Ideal Movies to Bring During a Family Road Trip - Yahoo! Movies

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Making a family road trip fun doesn't have to start by the time people arrive at their intended destination. The long drive should be a fun time on its own.

'Bloodworth' Movie: Similarities with Jeff Bridges' Oscar-Winning Film 'Crazy Heart' - Yahoo! Movies

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After watching the trailer of the country music movie "Bloodworth," many elements would most likely look and sound familiar, especially to those who watched the Oscar-winning film "Crazy Heart."

Blu-ray Review: 'The Green Hornet' - Yahoo! Movies

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The movie rendition of the legendary TV series "The Green Hornet" releases in a single 50GB Blu-ray disc fully packed with awesome special features. 3D movie enthusiasts can also check out the three-disc combo pack with the movie's 3D and 2D versions in separate Blu-ray discs and its DVD copy.

Blu-ray Review: 'Gulliver's Travels' - Yahoo! Movies

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"Gulliver's Travels" offers another re-imagining of Jonathan Swift's classic literary piece of the same title. This time, it features a bathroom comedy flick helmed by first-time live-action movie director Rob Letterman and starred by Jack Black, Amanda Peet, Emily Blunt, Chris O'Dowd, Jason Segel, and Billy Connolly. This 85-minute big-budget spectacle boasts a whopping budget of more than $100 million -- with a huge chunk of it going to the movie's special effects.

The Men and Women of 'Top Gun' After 25 Years - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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After the release of Tony Scott's "Top Gun" on May 16, 1986, it instantly became part of American movie history. Now, as the film celebrates its 25th anniversary, it is quite interesting to know that the movie's top talents are still active in Hollywood. These include director Tony Scott and acting talents Tom Cruise, Val Kilmer, Kelly McGillis, and Meg Ryan.

Controversial Biblical Epics for Film Buffs This Easter - Yahoo! Movies

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Whether to relive these classics or watch them for the first time, film buffs can sit through back-to-back showings of controversial biblical epics this Easter. Critically acclaimed and often times considered classics, these films are valuable sources of film discussions and debates, while also keeping things well in season. They offer much for the film enthusiasts, the religious ones who want to go out of the comfort zone of feel-good flicks, and just about anybody who wants to be more critical, reflective, and contemplative.

Family Travel Guide to Mount Rushmore - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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For those looking for a bonding destination where family members can also immerse themselves on American culture and history, visiting Mount Rushmore in South Dakota is an ideal option as children, teens and adults can become witnesses to the grandness of Mount Rushmore's head sculptures of former U.S. presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln.

'Perfume: The Story of a Murderer' Movie Review: Smelling Through Your Eyes and Ears - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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"Perfume: The Story of a Murderer" is a deliciously perverse tale. It is a strange but beguiling film with rhapsodic language and intoxicating imagination.

Las Vegas Security Measures Following Bin Laden's Death - Yahoo! News

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LAS VEGAS -- After a successful operation by the Navy Seals in Pakistan and with President Barack Obama making the official announcement of Osama Bin Laden's death on Sunday evening, thousands started expressing their emotions in Ground Zero, the White House, and countless memorial sites across the United States.

Las Vegas Travel: Date Ideas for Couples on a Tight Budget - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Dating on a budget doesn't have to be dull and boring, especially when in Las Vegas. Even if a couple is low on cash, it is still easy to find cheap, but romantic date ideas when in the "Entertainment Capital of the World."

'2001: A Space Odyssey' Movie Review: From Apes to Spaceships and Beyond - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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"2001: A Space Odyssey" is a brilliantly conceived celestial alignment of man, medium, and material.

'African Cats' Movie Review: Motherhood in the Wild - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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The Disneynature film "African Cats" is a good alternative to the flicks, fluffs, and fantasy in cinema's more popular narrative offerings. This 89-minute documentary puts emphasis on real wild animals' fates and ordeals in their natural habitats. It brings its audience up close and personal with wild feline families in a human story fashion. It also features animal characters named and treated like people through its narration, which makes the story easy to grasp even by kids.

Movies for Mother's Day: Musicals with Memorable Mom Characters - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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With the many ways to celebrate Mothers' Day from fine dining to a trip out of town, how can the family continue that distinctive mood upon reaching the home? How about those who want to celebrate the entire day inside the house doing special activities for the mother of the household? There are a variety of things the husband and the children can do to make the celebration memorable. During a home celebration or even when on a road trip, they can choose fun and inspirational movies to watch together.

Most Memorable Royal Couples in Movies from the 1990s to the 2000s - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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As the end of the 20th century and the dawn of the 21st century opened up to a number of memorable films that are now part of motion picture history, the period also had its fair share of successful royal romance stories.

Best Victorian Era Movies - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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For centuries, a number of literary pieces and artistic projects have taken inspiration from the Victorian Era, the period of Queen Victoria's reign in 19th century England.

'The King's Speech' Blu-ray Review - Yahoo! Movies

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The Oscar-winning drama "The King's Speech" releases in a single 50GB Blu-ray disc complete with a set of bonus features and audio commentary from Academy Award-winning director Tom Hooper. Offering a simple but valuable package to relive what makes this film great, it tells the story of the man who struggled to become King George VI, the father of Queen Elizabeth II. The film allows the viewers to immerse themselves in a pre-programmed journey into the life story of George, also known as Bertie (Colin Firth), who seeks help from an unorthodox speech therapist named Lionel Logue (Geoffrey Rush) to find his voice and boldly lead his country through the war.

'The Incredibles' Blu-ray Review - Yahoo! Movies

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'Rabbit Hole' Blu-ray Review - Yahoo! Movies

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'Mortal Kombat' Blu-ray Review - Yahoo! Movies

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Inspired by the famous video game of the same title, "Mortal Kombat" is a martial arts film set to a techno beat and aptly created for fanboys and fangirls. Now a classic video game movie, it releases in high-definition format through a single 25GB Blu-ray disc, along with a downloadable digital copy. Directed by Paul Anderson, this 101-minute movie is not with technical and creative flaws, but ultimately, it brings fans into the awesome world of superhuman characters who deliver rounds of cool stunts. Ultimately, this 1995 video-to-screen motion picture piece is a guilty pleasure to watch.

'Mortal Kombat: Annihilation' Blu-ray Review - Yahoo! Movies

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"Mortal Kombat: Annihilation," the sequel to the first "Mortal Kombat" movie, releases in a single 25GB Blu-ray disc with a digital copy download option. During its theatrical release, this 1997 movie took the souls of fans and gamers towards fatality. As a follow-up to the decently produced "Mortal Kombat," it makes the original look more like a flawless homage to the legendary video game that significantly changed the landscape of gaming during its release.

Comparing Top 16mm Camera Options for Independent Filmmakers - Yahoo! Movies

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Amidst the digital revolution, there are still certain projects that filmmakers feel would work best when shot in celluloid. Many independent films and even some mainstream movies with tight budgets would usually consider filming in 16mm format instead of the standard 35mm, which is significantly more expensive. Although 35mm film is a better format, the quality of the 16mm film still challenges even the best HD cameras in the market today.

Shooting Digitally and Watching Movies in Digital Cinema Theaters - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Around the world including the United States, filmgoers typically watch movies in theaters that play film prints using standard 35mm film projectors. These are the regular theaters where people have been watching movies for decades.

"Project Bernardo Carpio" Synopsis and Tuldok Animation Recruitment Video

It's almost time for the pitch for our initial plans for our shorts. This includes the story, treatment and other key aspects of the production. Here's my synopsis for the initial pitch...

"Project Bernardo Carpio" Synopsis:

Bernardo struggles to free himself from his chains, while he also duels with the mysterious and powerful shapeshifting sorceress who led him to his entrapment under the mountains of Montalban. A battle of strength, power, emotions and intellect, this character-driven story depicts two beings clashing with each other, the way Bernardo continues to fight the two clashing boulders of Montalban. And their rivalry unveils an account of Bernardo's life and the story behind “The Legend of Bernardo Carpio."

With many, many, many months of production to go, of course, it is not impossible to have certain changes as the project develops. But here's to chronicling how those developments progress...

About the film's title, still on the works... suggestions/recommendations/advice are welcome!!

Tuldok Recruitment Video for the Folktales Animated Project:

Yup! This trailer is talking to you!

After a successful completion and launch of our second project, "Pasintabi" and "Lines to Life" educational series, we are now opening membership to anyone who is willing and wants to help create an Original Philippine Animation Industry.

Visit our website to find out more about us, http://www.tuldokanimation.com,and if you want to help out, go to the community section,http://tambayan.tuldokanimation.com, there you will do two things:

1. Fill up a quick questionnaire how you can help out

2. Register in the forum.

Only registered members with approved application forms will have access to the exclusive forums to exchange ideas, submit concept art, and contribute in their own special way.

See you at the Tambayan!

-Tuldok Animation Studios Team

Tuldok Animation Studios is a nonprofit organization whose goal is to bring Filipino Artists together to create an Original Filipino Animation Industry. We are a virtual studio and our previous projects have been built up using community driven efforts inspired by our local custom of "Bayanihan".

Original music: "The Call" by Pepe Manikan

2011 NAB Show Features a Session for the Animated Film 'Rango' - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com

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Aptly named as "Rango: The Next Step in CG Animation," the 2011 NAB Show featured the production artists behind the animated film "Rango" at the Las Vegas Convention Center on April 12, 2011.