Summary: Full of insight about filmmaking outside Hollywood, this program presents an interview with British writer/director Mike Leigh. The acclaimed filmmaker discusses his highly personal approach to story development and his refusal to categorize his work as "art house" or strictly political. Insisting that he makes films for popular enjoyment, Leigh asserts his artistic mission: to create stories...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2006
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Summary: This program is a virtual "how to" on the theatrical and video distribution business. In two presentations, Steve Rothenberg, president of domestic distribution at Artisan Entertainment, explains today's tough movie industry mentality and how to beat what he calls "the theatrical game." The specifics of test screenings, when to release films, and what determines niche, platform, exclusive, and...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2003