The 2010 NAB Show is gigantic.  Not just the gear fetish showcase that is the exhibition floor, rather it's the dozens and dozens of sessions, keynotes, and workshops.  These talks range from the very arcane and specific, like the issues with subtitles on a stereo 3D movie to the more fun-loving and specific, like how to get JJ Abrams to stop tinkering with the edit on Star Trek.

Filmmaker Forum 2009

This past weekend I attended the 2009 Filmmaker Forum, an examination of the ever changing face of independent film hosted by Film Independent. What follows is a fuzzy recounting of my weekend.

Saturday

Saturday’s highlights were:

A: A few years ago I went to the Orange County High School of the Arts to screen my first two films and speak to the students about all things indie. 

All the kids were smart, inquisitive, and eager to make their films, but one student stood out beyond the rest. Her name was Whitney Ellis, and she had already accomplished things in high school that many filmmakers never even understand.

A: Lately, a lot of people who would normally be making bigger budget films have been forced to make smaller-budgeted films, maybe even indie, and frankly, they’re a bit confused about the differences.

A: As programming is just beginning for the 2010 festival year, I’m sure this is on the minds of all indie filmmakers as they finish up their films, make their best DVD copies, and write the perfect application answers.