| CION Crew Resources in the North |
Visit this page to stay up to date on opportunities for film crew members in Northern Ontario |
| CION Resources for Film Creatives |
Help for creative filmmakers living and working in Northern Ontario |
| Moviola Filmmaker Video Courses |
Designed to equip you for professional filmmaking as quickly as possible |
| Web Film School |
Directing for At Home Streaming Tips |
| First Mile Technologies - Streaming from Set & Remote Connectivity |
Brandon & Peter host a chat with Manny Rego (www.kaosvideo.ca), Francois Gauthier (ARRI Canada) and cinematographer Vinit Borrison (www.vinitborrison.com). Manny demonstrates low latency video streaming from set into collaborative meeting platforms, Francois describes remote connectivity enabling camera and lighting control, and Vinit opines on what on-set connectivity means for filmmakers moving forward. |
| NET Critical Conversations: Collaborating in the Cloud Part 2 The View from the Director’s and Cinematographer’s Chair |
HPA NET is proud to partner with the American Society of Cinematographers to present the sequel to our first HPA NET Critical Conversation. A few weeks ago we dove into virtual production with the technologists responsible for the revolutionary workflow in place on the HPA Tech Retreat Supersession’s twelve-minute short film “The Lost Lederhosen”. Event recording available for viewing. |
| Entertainment Partners - Product Videos |
Comprehensive library of “how to” videos and product demos, primarily about Movie Magic, Payroll, Budgeting. There is a fee for some of the services but it will be waived until May 15. |
| Entertainment Partners - Product Videos |
ACTRA Toronto Health & Safety Town Hall which focused on finances, health and safety. |
| Master Class Archive: Designing and Blocking a Scene with Lesli Linka Glatter |
Learn how to bring a scene from script to screen with your unique vision—the essence of film and television directing. Join DGA Award-winning and Emmy-nominated director and producer Lesli Linka Glatter (“Homeland”, “The Walking Dead”, “Mad Men”) in a live, three-hour, online Master Class as she shares her approach to creative decision-making and reveals the process of blocking and designing complex, cinematic scenes for some of television’s most beloved shows. |
| Virtual Documentary Filmmaking Session supported by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation |
How do documentary filmmakers nurture their artistic voice and cultivate successful creative collaborations? Join Sundance Institute’s Documentary Film team for part one, where we'll discuss building your body of work as a documentary filmmaker with Cecilia Aldarondo, director of MEMORIES OF A PENITENT HEART, and developing productive, healthy relationships with your creative team with Jacqueline Olive, Don Bernier, and Bob Edwards from the documentary ALWAYS IN SEASON. |
| Transatlantic: Directors in Conversation |
Join five leading UK and US independent filmmakers for a vibrant and thoughtful discussion of their careers, creative processes, and films from the 2020 Sundance Film Festival. Wendy Mitchell moderates, exploring the work of Janicza Bravo (Zola), Emerald Fennell (Promising Young Woman), Romola Garai (Amulet), Justin Simien (Bad Hair), and Julie Taymor (The Glorias). |
| (Re)Imagining the Future of Independent Film |
The film industry is facing unprecedented change in these uncertain times. A lively combination of industry and artist guests dive into the complexities of the current independent filmmaking landscape, reimagining what the future of film can and should look like, and examining everything from rapidly evolving viewing patterns to paths forward in improving equitable practices industry-wide. Jeff Deutchman (EVP of acquisitions and production, NEON) and Julia Oh (senior commissioning executive, Film4) are joined by Mathieu Ajan (BFI NETWORK executive and founder of Bounce Cinema), Andrea Riseborough, and Lena Waithe. Moderated by Tabitha Jackson, Director, Sundance Film Festival. |
| Benh Zeitlin on Creating the World of Your Film |
In this Conversations from the Labs video, writer/director/composer Behn Zeitlin shares his advice for creating the world of your film, sharing the opening sequence of his film Beasts of the Southern Wild. Reflecting on his experience directing Wendy, he reveals his approach to casting and working with nonprofessional actors - and children in particular. He also explains the need to leave room for your crew to find a sense of ownership in the filmmaking process and reminds us how many little choices can work together to have a powerful cumulative impact. |
| Ed Harris on Acting and Directing |
In this video, Ed Harris reveals his approach to acting and directing based on his experience on both sides of the camera. Sharing his experience as an Actor in APOLLO 13 and a key sequence from his film POLLACK as the lead Actor and Director, Ed reflects on his process from casting and rehearsal through production. He stresses the need for trust and honesty in the relationship with actors, and reminds us to allow our actors room to surprise us. He also explains why acting experience is essential for directors. |
| Karyn Kusama on Directing and Prepping Your Film |
In this video, writer/director Karyn Kusama shares her approach to prepping and directing films. Reflecting on her experience directing THE INVITATION, DESTROYER, and GIRLFIGHT, she explains her process for getting to the essence, the emotional feeling of a film, the connection between scheduling and budget, and how she approaches rehearsing. She stresses the need to accept mistakes as part of the filmmaking process and why practicing self-care while directing is essential. |
| NewFilmmakers LA (NMFLA) |
NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) is a non-profit 501(c) 3 organization designed to showcase innovative works by emerging filmmakers from around the world, providing the Los Angeles community of entertainment professionals and film goers with a constant surge of monthly screening events. NFMLA provides a forum where filmmakers can be recognized for their contributions, have open audience discussions about their projects and connect with industry professionals for insight on distribution, production, acquisition and representation. |