This is a two-part question about a video on YouTube. The first part of the question is about the Sicilian dialect of the Italian language; the second part deals with the mechanics of breaking a glass window with a crowbar. [more inside]
posted by jason's_planet on Dec 10, 2009 - 4 answers

I make independent films and distribute them myself. I've started sending my movies to independent video rental stores around the country. I've sent my movies to I Luv Video in Austin, Scarecrow Video in Seattle, Video Underground and Hollywood Express in Boston, Acme Video in Providence, and others. What are the best independent video rental stores in your city? Don't say Netflix.
posted by davidriley on Nov 24, 2009 - 67 answers

Why 24p? Is it intrinsically better than other frame rates? [more inside]
posted by afu on Sep 13, 2009 - 17 answers

I have a chance to acquire the proprietary rights to make games based on a popular Asian action film. Can I make money off this opportunity? [more inside]
posted by mushroom_tattoo on Aug 26, 2009 - 9 answers

What's the best way to extract audio from MTS (AVCHD) video file into CD-writable format (WAV or MP3) on a low-powered Windows XP laptop (netbook)? Free/cheap and simple software is preferable.
posted by chefscotticus on Jul 7, 2009 - 3 answers

Is there anywhere within (or near) the city of Chicago to rent a 16mm film projector? [more inside]
posted by jeanmari on Jun 29, 2009 - 7 answers

recommend short story collections that would be good short film fodder [more inside]
posted by timsneezed on Jun 17, 2009 - 18 answers

Is there an archive somewhere that has films of specific productions of plays? [more inside]
posted by prior on May 19, 2009 - 6 answers

70s style character intro freeze-framey thingie? [more inside]
posted by drjimmy11 on May 16, 2009 - 7 answers

What is the best way of backing up video recorded on SDHC cards? Is it possible to upload data from a SDHC card to an external hard drive without a computer? [more inside]
posted by chefscotticus on May 13, 2009 - 2 answers

I'm looking for a super-cheap 16mm telecine in NYC. [more inside]
posted by Awkward Philip on Apr 11, 2009 - 3 answers

We have a great opportunity to promote our fledgling video production company with a booth at a large concert. But we're not sure exactly what to do with it. [more inside]
posted by mhp on Feb 20, 2009 - 6 answers

I'm looking for film recommendations. Films (of any length) that use approach their subject matter in abstract or otherwise unusual ways. Some of my favorites in that vein are Koyaanisqatsi and Baraka, Outside In, Powers of 10, Gantz Graf, Der Lauf Der Dinge, C'etait un Rendezvous, Fast, Cheap, and out of Control, and The Fourth Dimension. Things like this that, in their own weird way, impart some understanding. Bonus points for no dialog.
posted by phrontist on Feb 7, 2009 - 24 answers

Does a movie studio releasing many, many different video formats (multiple SDVDs, HD DVD, UMD, VOD) of a particular movie indicate that this movie performs well at retail? Or is it more likely a desperate attempt to recoup from a disastrous theatrical run?
posted by TheManChild2000 on Nov 11, 2008 - 4 answers

Looking for short films with a narrative structure and extremely short running time, no more than 90 seconds that I can watch online on vimeo or some other video site. [more inside]
posted by ilike on Nov 10, 2008 - 5 answers

What movies have great director's commentary? [more inside]
posted by 0xFCAF on Oct 12, 2008 - 40 answers

What's the best handbook for guiding my Final Cut Pro 5.1 learning curve? [more inside]
posted by philip-random on Oct 8, 2008 - 7 answers

What Does Pre-Roll Mean? [more inside]
posted by Ironmouth on Oct 1, 2008 - 15 answers

I need to create a website for a fake invite-only torrent community to feature in a short movie centering around said community. What's the easiest way to set up a customizable tracker? [more inside]
posted by JMB1138 on Sep 29, 2008 - 2 answers

What are some examples of great slow motion in narrative cinema and experimental video? [more inside]
posted by serial_consign on Jul 10, 2008 - 18 answers

Question for my roommate about red blur in shooting MiniDV video. [more inside]
posted by limeonaire on May 24, 2008 - 4 answers

A comprehensive short-film festival submission calender: Does such a thing exist? [more inside]
posted by Elle Vator on May 7, 2008 - 1 answer

Where can I find film footage of Richard Nixon bowling? [more inside]
posted by Tlogmer on Apr 19, 2008 - 1 answer

Where can I see video of larks flying? (Preferably online and free, but commercial movies/videos are also fine if you're sure the birds pictured are larks.) So far on YouTube, I've only found them walking or still, not flying.
posted by allterrainbrain on Apr 8, 2008 - 6 answers

Anyone here work on the Panasonic HVX200 camera? We're having a footage emergency and need advice immediately -- seriously, epic karma points to the piler who can help us out. Details inside. [more inside]
posted by tweebiscuit on Mar 13, 2008 - 11 answers

What are some small film/documentary companies that have put their films online for pay download? [more inside]
posted by yellowbinder on Jul 24, 2007 - 2 answers

How can I build a high-def editing system on the cheap? [more inside]
posted by popcassady on Jul 7, 2007 - 9 answers

Searching for famous scenes from movies where the camera pans out across a vast distance in a single shot... [more inside]
posted by Gankmore on May 16, 2007 - 31 answers

What stories (short or otherwise) are begging to be adapted into a low-budget film? And, what camera should be used to film it? [more inside]
posted by nervestaple on May 13, 2007 - 34 answers

Why are old film clips always played at super-speed, in spite of the ease with which this could be fixed? [more inside]
posted by dmd on May 9, 2007 - 15 answers

I'd like to sell some HD footage. Are there stock libraries that deal in video? [more inside]
posted by popcassady on Apr 9, 2007 - 4 answers

I need tips and suggestions for shooting a short film on DV at night, mostly in a car. [more inside]
posted by strangeleftydoublethink on Mar 23, 2007 - 7 answers

Looking for examples of two types of found footage film/ compilation video. [more inside]
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur on Jan 11, 2007 - 20 answers

I just watched the Scorsese-directed, 17-minute video for Michael Jackson's Bad, released on 1987, and I'm trying to figure out which subway station it was shot in. Most stations looked different back then, of course - there's been a lot of fixing up and adding of art since then. It looks like maybe it could be the 2nd Ave F stop, but it could also be the Broadway/Roosevelt/74th St multi-train express stop in Jackson Heights, Queens. Or.... where? Does anyone know? I haven't been successful finding anything about it via web searching.
posted by MaudB on Nov 13, 2006 - 7 answers

I have two rolls of exposed, undeveloped super 8mm film in my freezer right now. I want to have processing and a digital transfer done. I've done a bunch of research online, yet I can't seem to find a place that I would feel comfortable sending my film to that isn't astronomically expensive. Where can I have this done? Bonus if its in or somewhat near Chicago.
posted by tev on Sep 14, 2006 - 7 answers

Where can I find a list of standard rates for crew and equipment for Video and/or film production? [more inside]
posted by UMDirector on Sep 4, 2006 - 2 answers

Where online can I find "Daydream" (or "Day Dream"), a short film by Su-Jin Kwon shown at Resfest 2004 in the US? [more inside]
posted by shortfuse on Aug 29, 2006 - 0 answers

Digital Distribution Filter: It seems that the video on the internet can be put in two groups - the DIY (low production value) and the "produced" (iTunes, etc.) content. I'm pretty sure DIY content producers don't make any $, whereis "produced" content always needs to recoup. What kind of deals do iTunes or AtomFilms make for independently "produced" short film content, e.g. how much of that $1.99 does Apple keep? [more inside]
posted by andrewyakovlev on Aug 18, 2006 - 1 answer

How do I break down a video file (or preferably, a segment of a video) into separate frames? [more inside]
posted by TheRoach on May 5, 2006 - 8 answers

Where can I find discussion/analysis of music videos? [more inside]
posted by d-no on Feb 10, 2006 - 4 answers

Am I being taken for a ride? [more inside]
posted by aberrant on Jan 30, 2006 - 19 answers

I'm looking to name a script for an adult movie. Help! [more inside]
posted by Astro Zombie on Jan 30, 2006 - 27 answers

Where can I go in New York to get Nollywood films on DVD? What should I get? And should I be so overcautious/xenophobic to pay in cash? [more inside]
posted by j.s.f. on Jan 19, 2006 - 1 answer

Advice on non-degree film editing workshops? [more inside]
posted by catesbie on Dec 29, 2005 - 5 answers

CareerFilter: I'm a technical person (software developer/researcher) looking for/needing a career change to something creative. I've been thinking about filmmaking. [more inside]
posted by chos on Dec 26, 2005 - 10 answers

Selective Depth-of-Field in Six Feet Under, and a question about lens flares. [more inside]
posted by odinsdream on Oct 4, 2005 - 12 answers

Some people on the media platform took photos or video of me and the sign I was holding at D.C. on Saturday in the Ellipse. Where can I look for this picture/video? [more inside]
posted by odinsdream on Sep 25, 2005 - 4 answers

What is the easiest way to edit video from a DVD, and then be able to burn it back to DVD? [more inside]
posted by monsta coty scott on Jul 25, 2005 - 4 answers

Whose style did The Human League's "Don't You Want Me" video clip bite? [more inside]
posted by kuperman on May 23, 2005 - 7 answers

I want to watch some good documentaries. Please advise. (Simultaneously, I shall beef about The Elegant Universe, a USA science programme.) [more inside]
posted by five fresh fish on Jan 1, 2005 - 50 answers