http://www.thesmalls.com/TheSmalls.goLatest articles from The SmallsCopyright 2009 - The Smalls Ltd. All rights reservedSun, 14 Mar 2010 12:31 GMTAttention filmmakers! If you are scrambling to get your entry ready for the Street Sounds film competition, there is great news – you now have until April 16th, 2010 to submit your short films. We hope you enjoy the additional time and look forward to seeing your films. Remember that you are competing for the chance to win a Panasonic HDC-HS300 120GB Full HD Camcorder, have your short film screened by a distinguished panel of judges as well as see your name and achievements celebrated inside a FULL-PAGE AD IN VARIETY. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/deadline-extension-april-16th-2010.goFri, 12 Mar 2010 14:54 GMTOur Oscar hangover is gone, our perspective is lucid, and our opinions are always on the mark. What's going on in this week's news wrap up? Find out now.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news29.goFri, 12 Mar 2010 14:08 GMTAcquire specific and effective techniques to directing actors towards authentic, powerful and layered performances. Learn how to maximize subtext, honesty, and help actors avoid acting that looks like acting. $185 for weekend workshop. March 20-21, 2010. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/directing-actors-nyc-workshop.goFri, 12 Mar 2010 14:05 GMTThe Smalls Street Sounds Filmmaking Competition is underway, and now FOUR talented filmmakers have a chance to win their very own Panasonic HDC-HS300 120GB Full HD Camcorder.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/win-a-panasonic-hd-video-camera-.goThu, 11 Mar 2010 14:06 GMTRicky Tokio sounds off on the state of short films and wonders where are all the short films from the past.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/commentary-do-short-films-matter-.goTue, 09 Mar 2010 15:37 GMTCongrats to the winners in the short film categories!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/academy-award-winners-.goMon, 08 Mar 2010 14:32 GMTWILLIAMSBURG (BROOKLYN) INT'L FILM FEST SUBMISSIONS OPENhttp://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/williamsburg-brooklyn-int-l-film-fest-submissions-open.goThu, 04 Mar 2010 19:44 GMTAuthor your Image: Cinematography Course, Londonhttp://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/author-your-image-cinematography-course-london.goThu, 04 Mar 2010 19:30 GMTIn true open-mic style, Kino London is here to provide a regular, uncensored platform for London's indie filmmakers. With no pre-selection, filmmakers book themselves in on a 'first-come first-served' basis. Abiding by a few simple rules, they then turn up with their film on the night, ready to pop into the player! Next event is on Tuesday March 18th, 2010 @ 7:00PM - 11:00PM , £4http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/kino-london-s-open-mic-film-night.goWed, 03 Mar 2010 14:13 GMT15-MINUTES OF FAME FILM FESTIVALhttp://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/call-for-entries-15-minutes-of-fame-film-festival.goWed, 03 Mar 2010 14:03 GMTIdeasTap presents Ideas Fund Shorts, £40,000-worth of funding to help young people realise their short film projects. Eight awards of £5,000 are being offered to anyone aged between 16-25 to create a five minute short film.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/ideas-fund-short-funding-for-short-film-projects.goFri, 26 Feb 2010 15:19 GMTJust want all your Hollywood news in a nutshell? Here's the next best, no mess alternative!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news28.goFri, 26 Feb 2010 14:46 GMTCongratulations to the Winners of the Cutty Sark and The Smalls Short Film Competition. The Smalls is excited to congratulate the winners of the Cutty Sark and The Smalls short film competition. We received a large and impressive selection of films and we want to thank everyone who entered their entertaining, creative and high calibre works. From the inspired entries our distinguished judging panel chose four films to win for their original ideas, interpretations and executions of the themes. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/winner-announcement-cutty-sark-and-the-smalls-short-film-competition.goThu, 25 Feb 2010 17:02 GMTThe Smalls is excited to congratulate the winners of the Cutty Sark and The Smalls short film competition. We received a large and impressive selection of films and we want to thank everyone who entered their entertaining, creative and high calibre works. http://www.thesmalls.com/smalls-home/page-titlewinner-announcement-cutty-sark-and-the-smalls-short-film-competition.goThu, 25 Feb 2010 12:06 GMTSTREET SOUNDS ANNOUNCES ALL-STAR JUDGING PANELhttp://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/street-sounds-announces-all-star-judging-panel.goWed, 24 Feb 2010 20:48 GMTThe reach of resonance: Steve Elkins http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-reach-of-resonance-steve-elkins.goWed, 24 Feb 2010 18:37 GMTThe reach of resonance: Steve Elkinshttp://www.thesmalls.com/smalls-home/the-reach-of-resonance-steve-elkins.goWed, 24 Feb 2010 18:35 GMTDCTV, a media arts center in New York city, has posted a workshop for documentary filmmakers. The workshop, that takes you through the funding process, is scheduled for Sat 3/6/2010. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/funding-strategies-workshop-in-nyc.goMon, 22 Feb 2010 17:02 GMTIn October 2010 it's time for the third annual FIA Animation Festival in Stockholm. Films from all over the world, exhibitions, workshops, guests, parties and debates about animation! This year's festival will take place at Cinema Rio in Stockholm, Sweden. Fia is now asking for your contribution. Films produced in 2009 and 2010 can be selected to participate. Deadline for submission is August 19, 2010.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/fia-animation-festival.goFri, 19 Feb 2010 18:59 GMTTired of the Winter Olympics? Cleanse your palate with some sweet news from the entertainment world. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news27.goFri, 19 Feb 2010 15:02 GMTCall for Entries: Coney Island Film Festivalhttp://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/call-for-entries-coney-island-film-festival.goTue, 16 Feb 2010 23:02 GMTGuess what happened to AVATAR...http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news26.goFri, 12 Feb 2010 14:33 GMTValentine's Day Challenge - Let's Reach 500 Soundshttp://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/valentine-s-day-challenge-let-s-reach-500-sounds.goFri, 12 Feb 2010 00:05 GMTValentine's Day is just around the corner and since we are all in the mood for love, so lets show the Sound Map some affection.http://www.thesmalls.com/smalls-home/valentines-day-challenge-let-s-reach-500-sounds.goThu, 11 Feb 2010 23:58 GMTSilver Sound is a professional sound studio (and members of The Smalls) based in NYC. With the Street Sounds competition underway, we asked them a few questions about their work.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/silver-sound-finding-success-in-film-production.goThu, 11 Feb 2010 14:56 GMTCALL FOR ENTRIES: STREET SOUNDS FILM COMPETITIONhttp://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/call-for-entries-street-sounds-film-competition.goMon, 08 Feb 2010 19:21 GMTTHE 1ST AMERICAN BEATBOX CHAMPIONSHIPS LAUNCHES ONLINE YOUTUBE ROUNDS.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/championship.goFri, 05 Feb 2010 18:48 GMTCapturing all of the Hollywood news that's fit to reprint, and presenting it to you in an easy to swallow format. Enjoy!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news25.goFri, 05 Feb 2010 15:08 GMTThe mesmerizing sounds of The Space Gambus Experiment are the result of a unique collaboration between musicians Mohd Zulkifli Ramli (Gambud/Oud) and Kamal Sabran (electro – acoustic). This blend of traditional and contemporary Malaysian music is also merged with radio waves received from the planet Jupiter. Kamal Sabran is an artist, designer and researcher. His work stands at the intersection of art, science and technology. His paintings, video art, short films, sound art and installations have been shown at art spaces and festivals internationally. In search of ever widening means of artistic expression, Kamal constantly looks for collaborative opportunities with artists, poets, photographers, designers, musicians, filmmakers, researchers and scientists.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/music-from-jupiter-merging-worlds.goThu, 04 Feb 2010 14:35 GMTThe list is up! Here are the short film nominees for the 82nd Academy Awards on March 7th!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/academy-award-nominees.goTue, 02 Feb 2010 14:19 GMTCheck out the latest news, rumors and releases coming straight out of Hollywood!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news24.goThu, 28 Jan 2010 03:37 GMTThrough our work with our much-loved Street Sounds (www.thesmalls.com/streetsounds) event, we have come across a number of people, organizations and websites that are truly inspirational within the art and science of sound. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/10-inspiring-sound-websites.goTue, 26 Jan 2010 14:05 GMTAwards, gossip, rumors, and releases - what else do you need to know about what happened in the world of entertainment?http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news23.goWed, 20 Jan 2010 15:38 GMTHere’s some news for you all… but please make sure to read up on what’s happening in Haiti right now. They need our help.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news22.goSat, 16 Jan 2010 00:36 GMTThe Haitian earthquake is an enormous tragedy. If any of our Smalls members wants to help the people of Haiti, we want to make the search for places where you can easily donate online a little easier. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/want-to-help-haiti-.goFri, 15 Jan 2010 12:52 GMTWe are really excited to let you know that beautiful sounds from The Space Gambus Experiment, written and produced by Kaman Sabran, are now available in the Sound Map inside The Smalls Street Sounds. An amalgamation of sampled sounds - such as the drone of Jupiter (!) are gently woven together with beats and music to create an something entirely unique. Curious? Go to www.thesmalls.com/streetsounds and check it out! http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/what-does-jupiter-sound-like-.goWed, 13 Jan 2010 13:02 GMTDo you have a song or a short piece of music that you have created? The Smalls Street Sounds would like to hear it. Whether it is a piece of ambient sound or a 3-minute concert in rock or jazz, upload it to our interactive Sound Map today and you could see your work used in an award-winning short film this spring. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/call-for-music-upload-now.goTue, 12 Jan 2010 18:59 GMTWelcome to 2010 everyone! Did you miss us during the holidays? We sure did miss you. It’s sometimes pretty quiet during these times in the entertainment world, but there has been some milestones set this year.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news21.goTue, 05 Jan 2010 16:09 GMTIt's time to gear up for the weekend. Start it off right by reading our weekly news roundup!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news20.goThu, 17 Dec 2009 17:56 GMTThe Smalls is proud to introduce The Smalls Street Sounds – a new online event, brought to you in collaboration with Scion, that lets you upload, download and be inspired by a great variety of sounds from across the United States.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/have-you-heard-the-smalls-street-sounds-.goTue, 15 Dec 2009 14:12 GMTIf you have not yet chosen a story and started your interpretation of the inspiring history and legend of Cutty Sark, there is great news – filmmakers now have until February 03 2010 to submit their short films. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/test2.goFri, 11 Dec 2009 09:09 GMTNeed your entertainment news in a nutshell? Cut the clutter and read our round-up!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news19.goThu, 10 Dec 2009 19:28 GMTWinners of The Comedy Smalls 2009http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/winners-of-the-comedy-smalls-2009.goFri, 04 Dec 2009 18:27 GMTOur weekly entertainment news round up returns after eating too much Thanksgiving turkey!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news18.goFri, 04 Dec 2009 02:11 GMTShortlisted films for The Comedy Smalls 2009http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-comedy-smalls-2009-shortlist-announcement.goTue, 01 Dec 2009 20:13 GMTThe Comedy Smalls in association with G.O.L.D. are celebrating this year's talented winners at an Awards Show at the Truman Brewery in December 2009. Hosted by Comedian Rob Rouse, this is sure to be a fabulously fun event. Do you want to join us, prominent film, TV and media executives and other members of the creative community to toast and cheer for some of the funniest short films around? You are in for a treat - we are giving away FIVE TICKETS on a first come first serve basis. All you need to do is send an email to RSVP@TheSmalls.com and include your name. Please note that the event is held in London, UK on December 2, 2009. Directions for the venue will be forwarded along with the tickets. If you are serious about comedy, this is one Awards Show you will not want to miss. Hit us up for some tickets NOW. The Smalls http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/do-you-want-to-attend-the-comedy-smalls-awards-show-.goFri, 27 Nov 2009 18:10 GMTAll the week's happenings in the entertainment world in one easy to read package!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news17.goSat, 21 Nov 2009 19:29 GMTCutty Sark and The Smalls have joined forces to launch an exciting new film competition inviting filmmakers and animators to bring four unique stories from the legendary whisky's history to life. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/filmmakers-invited-to-win-with-cutty-sark.goSat, 21 Nov 2009 19:16 GMTIf you have not entered your nuggets of comedy gold into the competition yet, don’t fret, there is still time. The Smalls have decided to give you until the 25th November to get your films in. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-comedy-smalls-deadline-extension-.goWed, 11 Nov 2009 18:13 GMTStay informed with our weekly round up of entertainment news that is useful enough, trivial enough, and short enough for any lover or hater of all things Hollywood.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news16.goTue, 10 Nov 2009 19:18 GMTWant to know who's on top at the box office? Need to be able to spout rumors about the entertainment industry with your friends? Read our weekly round up of the best tidbits out there!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news15.goThu, 05 Nov 2009 18:15 GMTThe Comedy Smalls in association with G.O.L.D announces that Rob Rouse will be part of the judging panel scrutinising the 2009 comedy short film entries. Rob will also host the Awards Show at the Truman Brewery in December. So the judges for The Comedy Smalls 2009 are... Bam barabam bam barabam!! Rob Rouse - Comedian Paul Moreton - Channel Head G.O.L.D.  Julie Swanston - Deputy Channel Head G.O.L.D. Kathleen Hutchison – Comedy/Drama Producer JoAnn Grigioni - Talent Executive Comedy Central Andi Granger – Creative Director Sky Matt Cole – Creative Director of Digital devilfish Andrew Pulver – Film Editor The Guardian The call for entries is still open so get your Comedy Smalls in! The Smallshttp://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-comedy-smalls-panel-announcement.goMon, 02 Nov 2009 12:43 GMTHave you always wanted to work in an Art Department? This course with Jan Spoczynski, at the London Film School between the 7th and 18th December, seems to offer students the opportunity to develop the necessary skills – such as creation of a white card model from notes/sketches and production of a set of working drawings from a sketch model. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/technical-drawing-for-film-television-with-jan-spoczynski-7-18-dec.goThu, 29 Oct 2009 13:47 GMTLots of updates and rumors in the mill today - read our weekly round up of entertainment news right here!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news14.goTue, 27 Oct 2009 13:09 GMTDraw out real-life and moving performances from your actors. Avoid acting that looks like acting. Workshop includes talks, demonstrations, and exercises. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/directing-actors-nyc-november-7th-8th.goMon, 26 Oct 2009 10:00 GMTWhere the Wild Things Are - for kids, or not for kids? We want to know what you think!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news13.goWed, 21 Oct 2009 13:55 GMTIn collaboration with the nations favourite comedy channel G.O.L.D, we are inviting writers, directors, illustrators or comedians that are ready to conquer the world of comedy. The call for entries closes in less than one month. If you are serious about comedy, enter The Comedy Smalls today. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/how-far-can-your-comedy-take-you-2.goFri, 16 Oct 2009 09:00 GMTAs a short filmmaker, you are going to have to make certain decisions about the look and visuals of your film – one of them purely has to do with the lighting and contrast, which will affect the mood greatly.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/filmmaking-terms-high-key-low-key-lighting.goTue, 13 Oct 2009 18:49 GMTThe British Society of Comedy Writers Autumn Conference takes place at The Green Man, 383 Euston Road, London, on Saturday 7th November 2009. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/british-society-of-comedy-writers-comedy-event.goMon, 12 Oct 2009 10:29 GMTRead this week's round up of all the important news coming out of Hollywood?http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news2.goThu, 08 Oct 2009 16:24 GMTDo you want to meet other fun and easygoing people in media? The PIM (People in Media) Club hosts consistent networking events for its members. They also host networking Speed Networking sessions that receive a lot of buzz. The next PIM Club event is in London on the 13th October 2009.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/pim-club-people-in-media-autumn-networking-tuesday-13th-oct-london.goTue, 06 Oct 2009 19:13 GMTCongratulations to the Winners of The Smalls Awards 2009! The Smalls is happy to congratulate the winners of this year’s competition. We received a record number of films this year and the creative and innovative caliber of the films was terrific. A big Thank You to everyone who entered the competition, and also to all of you who visited the Showcase. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-awards-2009-winner-announcement.goMon, 28 Sep 2009 16:58 GMTThe 14 Islands Film Challenge is the search for talented UK filmmakers to travel to the 14 Islands of The Bahamas to shoot the inspiring and dramatic stories of the different islands. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/14-islands-film-challenge.goThu, 24 Sep 2009 15:46 GMTThe Smalls would like to congratulate this year's shortlisted entrants. Out of all the films entered, yours impressed the judges the most. In no particular order: Windows Vista: Predator Edition by Paul Kamuf Man Made by Fern Berresford Edward’s Turmoil by Kim Albright Maybe One Day by Chris Cottam Washdays by Simon Neal Territory by Wei Hou Black Hole by Phil & Olly aka Diamond Dogs The winner will be announced at The Smalls Awards 2009. Well done!! x The Smallshttp://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-shortlist-announced.goTue, 22 Sep 2009 15:08 GMTThe Smalls Awards is an exclusive annual event where prominent film, TV and media executives join us and other members of the creative community to celebrate some of the greatest short films to hit the screens this year. Now you have the chance to participate in this year's event - we are giving away FIVE TICKETS on a first come first serve basis. All you need to do is send an email to RSVP@TheSmalls.com, and include your name. Please note that the event is held in London, UK on September 23rd @ 7PM. Venue and event details will be forwarded along with the tickets. Don't delay as these tickets will move fast! http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/want-to-attend-the-smalls-awards-2009-.goMon, 21 Sep 2009 17:24 GMTThe Emmy's were last night, which means all eyes were on TV. But what else was happening in the entertainment world? Find out here.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news12.goMon, 21 Sep 2009 16:25 GMTJoin us for The Smalls Showcase on the 23rd and 24th of September. We're open from 10am to 5.30pm on the 23rd, and 10am to 7pm on the 24th. Come on down to: 37 Endell Street Covent Garden London WC2H 9EE A selection of films will be screened on iPod Touch players so you can watch them all at your own pace. Hope to see you there! The Smallshttp://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-showcase-2009-this-week-.goSun, 20 Sep 2009 23:39 GMTLet's all get into the fall movie and TV season mood with some news from Hollywood and beyond!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news11.goMon, 14 Sep 2009 15:13 GMTThe Smalls, in association with Creative Review, London Design Festival and devilfish, are happy to announce the panel of judges for this year's competition: Kjetil Njoten, Creative Director devilfish Andrew Pulver, Film Editor The Guardian Andi Granger, Creative Director Sky Johan Tappert, Director Rogue James Cunningham, Head of Content Academy Films Lina Prestwood, Director of Content Current TV The shortlist will be announced here on thesmalls.com when the votes have been calculated. May the best film win! x The Smallshttp://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-showcase-panelists-announced-.goFri, 11 Sep 2009 12:35 GMTIt is every filmmaker’s dream to have more money attached to a project. More money can buy greater acting talent, more time to shoot, more resources to edit, and so on – or can it? http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/does-a-bigger-filmmaking-budget-mean-more-freedom-.goTue, 08 Sep 2009 16:29 GMTThis week's news round up starts with a rant about sequels - tell us what you think in the forums!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news10.goMon, 07 Sep 2009 19:26 GMTThe Smalls want to invite you all to join us for this year's The Smalls Showcase on the 23 - 24 September. The showcase is open from 10am to 5.30pm on the 23rd, and 10am to 6.30 on the 24th. Come on down to: 37 Endell Street Covent Garden London WC2H 9EE The shortlisted films will be screened on iPod Touch player so you can watch them all at your own pace. Hope to see you there! The Smallshttp://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-showcase-2009-invite.goMon, 07 Sep 2009 17:46 GMTMove over James Corden, Matt Lucas and Sasha Baron Cohen. There is a competition running that discovers the comedy talent of tomorrow. The Comedy Smalls is running its third annual search for filmmakers with the power to send everybody into submission from laughter. In collaboration with the nations favourite comedy channel G.O.L.D, we are inviting writers, directors, illustrators or comedians that are ready to conquer the world of comedy. The call for entries is open until November 13th, 2009. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/how-far-can-your-comedy-take-you-1.goFri, 04 Sep 2009 21:04 GMTDid you know that The Smalls is on Twitter? WE ARE! Go to http://twitter.com/FollowTheSmalls and follow us for frequent updates on new films posted, cool festivals and competitions, new job listings and more! See you there!http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/follow-the-smalls-on-twitter.goThu, 03 Sep 2009 14:18 GMTAre you ready to gauge the true strength of your short film? The time has come to put your best creative projects to the ultimate test this year – The Smalls Showcase and Awards 2009 is now open for entries. Enter your best short films NOW and compete with some of the most talented filmmakers in the world. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-showcase-and-awards-20093.goWed, 02 Sep 2009 16:56 GMTArguably the person who really makes things happen for a film production. Is this something you'd like to do?http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/filmmaking-cast-crew-producer.goTue, 01 Sep 2009 20:31 GMTAll the entertainment news you need to sound like you know everything about everything. Or at least everything that we know. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news1.goMon, 31 Aug 2009 23:37 GMTIf you love in Toronto, Canada and you are a filmmaker you may want to check out the TORONTO FILMMAKERS CLUB. They are a filmmaking collective that meet weekly to watch movies, discuss and make our own. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/toronto-filmmakers-club.goMon, 31 Aug 2009 23:32 GMTIn 1968, Riunite became an American phenomenon, introducing millions to their first taste of wine. This year, we have invited America to take a trip through Riunite history and reinvent one of our Classic Commercials that date back to 1981. One grand-prize winner will receive $10,000 in cash. Contest is open until December 2009. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/10-000-film-contest-riunite-on-ice.goMon, 31 Aug 2009 23:23 GMTThere are so many things to worry about in low-budget filmmaking that it is hard to imagine why anyone would want to add to their troubles by working with kids and animals. Still, many filmmakers do. Why? Because kids can play an instrumental part in a great story or an animal can be crucial to how a scene unfolds. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/low-budget-filmmaking-working-with-children-and-animals.goMon, 31 Aug 2009 23:14 GMTSometimes the Gaffer also goes by “Chief Lighting Technician”. On the filmmaking set, the Gaffer is the top dog in the electrical department. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/filmmaking-cast-crew-gaffer.goMon, 31 Aug 2009 22:36 GMTThe call for entries for the Sixth Annual San Francisco International Women's Film Festival is open. Regular Deadline: September 15, 2009 http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/san-francisco-international-women-s-film-festival.goMon, 31 Aug 2009 22:03 GMTMake a two minute video showcasing how drivers can lower their cost of gas by adopting one or more of the tips coming from the Drive Smarter Challenger Campaign, and you could win $5,000. This competition is presented by GREEN SOLUTIONS MAGAZINE and the Drive Smarter Challenger. It runs from August 17 - September 21st, 2009.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/drive-smarter-challenge-video-contest.goMon, 31 Aug 2009 21:50 GMTAre you lighting a short film? Need to grasp the basics of the simplest lighting setup? Then three-point lighting is what you need to figure out. It is the most basic kind of lighting setup, using three different light sources. The three lighting sources used in three-point lighting is usually referred to as the Key Light, the Fill Light and the Back Light. This is how they work and what they are good for: Key Light in a three-point lighting setup is usually a very bright and hard light that shines straight onto your actor/actress or any object you may be filming. While the Key Light works in brightening up your scene, it is not enough. On its own it can create very strange shadows and make your film a little flat in its appearance. (When you see a first project by many filmmakers, done without any knowledge of lighting, you are likely to find it very flat – because they only used one Key Light.) Your Key Light can also be places slightly to the side, not straight ahead of your subjehttp://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/filmmaking-terms-three-point-lighting.goMon, 31 Aug 2009 21:19 GMTDo you want to support President Obama's struggle to make America more energy efficient? You can easily sign this online petition to tell Secretary of Energy Stephen Chu how you feel (click below to read more and find link). There is also a film challenge, Media Lab Studios Earth Justice Short Film Challenge, brought to you by IFC and Earthjustice. You can enter your short film in any of three energy-efficient categories and win $3,000 - the deadline is September 30th.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/petition-for-a-more-energy-efficient-america.goSun, 30 Aug 2009 17:46 GMTPhotographers and cinematographers must understand how essential ‘white balance’ is for the images they capture. To the naked eye, any light source may look white – through the lens of a film or video camera, the light source can be anything from orange to blue. That’s why many professionals will use lens filters – but with today’s technology many digital cameras come with white balance correction capabilities. In the simplest explanation possible, choosing the correct white balance is matching the correct color temperature to the primary light source. A light source with a low temperature, like a regular light bulb, will be seen to be more reddish. High temperature lights like fluorescents will skew towards the blue. If you’re adjusting the white balance manually on your digital camera, all you need to do is to point the camera at a white surface (some professionals keep a white card with them) and allow the camera to adjust. Many cameras also come with white balance presets. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/filmmaking-terms-white-balance.goSun, 30 Aug 2009 17:23 GMTIn the United States, the Clapper Loader is often referred to as “Second Assistant Camera”. Whatever you want to call it, it is the dude/dudette who is charged with keeping the clapperboard in place at each take of a shoot, loading raw film into the camera magazines and keeping the camera crew’s paperwork organized. Sometimes the Clapper Loader is also in charge of marking props and actors, keeping inventory and organizing of all camera equipment, film and other camera related gear, ordering film stock, preventing light leaks and cleaning the equipment. Needless to say, the Clapper Loader plays an important part in any shoot. Apart from assisting he DP and other camera crew, it is crucial that the Clapper Loader knows how to work with trainees and runners – a motivated and skilled camera trainee can make a huge difference to how smoothly a shoot runs. Since the Clapper Loader has a lot of organizational responsibility, the extra set of hands from a camera trainee can help tremendouslhttp://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/filmmaking-cast-crew-clapper-loader.goSun, 30 Aug 2009 17:18 GMTThe Casting Director is an essential part of pre-production for any large-scale film. You can imagine how many actors probably go through the audition process (hundreds if not thousands) – it’s not something that the director of the film can handle on his or her own. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/filmmaking-cast-crew-casting-director.goSun, 30 Aug 2009 16:45 GMT How many of us blame our career in film or television on a movie? Maybe even a movie about making a movie? There are so many great films out there that showcase the trials and triumphs of a director, a writer or an entire filmmaking team. In addition to our favorites below, if you have films about filmmaking to share – hit them up next to this article. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/films-about-filmmaking.goThu, 20 Aug 2009 21:10 GMTLets say you are making a movie, and your soundtrack is not finalized. But you need a piece of music to guide the mood or ambiance while editing everything together. Temp music or a temp track will do that for you, until your have your final tracks down. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/filmmaking-terms-temp-music.goThu, 20 Aug 2009 21:07 GMTMove over James Corden, Matt Lucas and Sasha Baron Cohen. There is a competition running that discovers the comedy talent of tomorrow. The Comedy Smalls is running its third annual search for filmmakers with the power to send everybody into submission from laughter. In collaboration with the nations favourite comedy channel  G.O.L.D, we are inviting writers, directors, illustrators or comedians that are ready to conquer the world of comedy. The call for entries is now open! http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/how-far-can-your-comedy-take-you-.goTue, 18 Aug 2009 15:16 GMTTired of real news about serious subjects? Good thing you're here to read about the entertainment biz...http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news.goMon, 17 Aug 2009 01:48 GMTAre you ready to gauge the true strength of your short film? The time has come to put your best creative projects to the ultimate test this year – The Smalls Showcase and Awards 2009 is now open for entries. Enter your best short films NOW and compete with some of the most talented filmmakers in the world. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-showcase-and-awards-20092.goTue, 11 Aug 2009 19:24 GMTThis is a great opportunity for screenwriters to get a pilot made of their movie/TV series. If you think you’ve got what it takes to write a script then this is your chance to see your work on the screen.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/vibe-tv-wipst-premier-screenwriting-competition-2009.goFri, 07 Aug 2009 11:43 GMTAre you ready to gauge the true strength of your short film? The time has come to put your best creative projects to the ultimate test this year – The Smalls Showcase and Awards 2009 is now open for entries. Enter your best short films NOW and compete with some of the most talented filmmakers in the world. http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-showcase-and-awards-20091.goTue, 04 Aug 2009 17:07 GMTWe're starting to see the summer season start to wind down - so what's going to get us excited again? Find out on our news round up.http://www.thesmalls.com/thesmalls/the-smalls-movie-tv-and-dvd-news9.goSun, 02 Aug 2009 21:43 GMT