I have been concentrating on writing for the past few years, putting heart and soul into the story (plot points, pace, etc.), dialogue (making it real and advance story) and character (arcs and unique qualities that grab and lock-in viewers). Several members of indietalk have read samples of my work -- the point is that my past film(s) 'major' weakness' has been the story and (video/film) format. I have the 'story' part covered now with many new scripts ready for self production (low budget).
I have tried to predict the future in film/video equipment. I invested a lot of money twelve/fourteen years ago in Sony DVcam (high end) but if buying new 'format' cameras in 2010, do not want to find myself with obsolete equipment twelve years from now.
I thought I would throw this out there and try to get as many responses as possible.
After doing a lot of home work and playing with various cameras, I think that my best direction is a camera like the Sony PMW-EX3 XDCAM EX HD Camcorder(s). I prefer working with three cameras when in production so small is a plus. Tapeless could also be the future -- less time downloading footage and worrying about dropouts, faulty tape and lost tapes. I like to have control of image so a lot of manual controls is a must.
I had work three years ago at the AFM out west. I was told that with very few exceptions, there is no market for sales (distribution) unless production is on a quality, high-definition format. I would be interested in comments from other IndieTalk members. I do not place many threads here. But your suggestions and opinions are very important. Thank you.
I have tried to predict the future in film/video equipment. I invested a lot of money twelve/fourteen years ago in Sony DVcam (high end) but if buying new 'format' cameras in 2010, do not want to find myself with obsolete equipment twelve years from now.
I thought I would throw this out there and try to get as many responses as possible.
After doing a lot of home work and playing with various cameras, I think that my best direction is a camera like the Sony PMW-EX3 XDCAM EX HD Camcorder(s). I prefer working with three cameras when in production so small is a plus. Tapeless could also be the future -- less time downloading footage and worrying about dropouts, faulty tape and lost tapes. I like to have control of image so a lot of manual controls is a must.
I had work three years ago at the AFM out west. I was told that with very few exceptions, there is no market for sales (distribution) unless production is on a quality, high-definition format. I would be interested in comments from other IndieTalk members. I do not place many threads here. But your suggestions and opinions are very important. Thank you.