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I have a new low budget cop/thriller to be shot entirely in Dallas TX this year. Budget is under $1M and I need a lead actor for the protagonist. He's white male, over 40 and up to 60+ to play a homeless ex-cop who must solve the murder of his good friend, another homeless guy. I have a...

I understand your loss. It's easy to let a dog or cat become a real member of the family. I have two indoor cats (who let me live with them as long as the food prep is on time) and many years ago I had to put a kitten to sleep due to F.I.P. Tore me up. Jasper, look for a mischevious little...

CommanderGoat, You are right. I got Sonnyboo and Filmy mixed up. However, both are good guys with a LOT of talent and excperience. Filmy, sorry I got you mixed up with Sonnyboo, but in a way, it's a compliment. I read another thread about PJR's accomplishments and ended up complimenting him...

not surprised Sonnyboo, I'm, not surprised. When I first talked to you, (via the internet) maybe a year or two ago, I figured you'd be the type to not take any sh*t from the L.A. types. My favorite quote is "I'm not the usual screenwriter..." No kidding.:hmm: Just like warfare, these...

Casting directors are pointless? Sounds like a comment made from someone who has never needed one. If so, then okay, BUT sometimes the use of a good casting director makes the Director's job easier. Have you ever had to cast a project and not find a good actor to fill the bill? Your whole...

Sunday, Nov. 20th, there will be a discussion over filmmaking distribution by two experienced filmmakers. It all takes place at the Magnolia Theatre at 11:00 a.m., Dallas TX. We are still working on setting up the details, so check in later with www.def2.org.

The Deep Ellum Film Festival starts this week in Dallas, TX and continues until Nov. 22. Please see the schedule at the website: http://www.def2.org/ Also there will be a discussion on "Distribution" of indie films by two experienced filmmakers on Sunday, Nov. 20th at 11:00 a.m. at the...

"The Visit" a short drama by Randy Roberts, will screen at the Deep Ellum Film Feeestival in Dallas, TX on Monday, November 21 st at 7:30 p.m. at the Magnolia Theatre. It is included in the "shorts, block five" schedule of the festival. The Director and actors will be in attendance for a Q&A...

I was on the phone the other day when something about the dvd release date come on the tv, so I didn't get the details. Anyone know when the release date for the dvd will be? I checked Paramount's website, but nothing there.

Not sure where you guys are getting your numbers, but there needs to be some clarification. Options run from 6 months to 1 year with renewals. Nothing over one year. Option fees run from $1 and up, depending on the prodco. No one gets 5% of the budget other than an "A" list writer. Most of...

A screen credit of "Additional thanks to ..." is appreciated and more than is usually given to "ideas, lines or suggestions." I did a credit to "the horse people...you know who you are..." cause they worked for a fee a lot less than normal and didn't want anyone to know that they did a short...

If you have to ask, I won't be able to explain. It's the feeling I get when I turn to my DP and we discuss the shot set up and he makes a recommendation that I had not thought of. I smile, he smiles and we both know why we "make films". It's when an actor struggles with a line and then says...

"Out of the mouths of babes" is another good quote. Also "if you build it, they will come". That comment is one of the most naive comments on this board yet. Sorry to be so blunt, but that is soooo not the case. Phil gave you some good advice. He has had the experience of having a good film...

Will, thanks for the feedback. Will Sunfrog work on a $1M-$2M budget for a feature film? Sounds like looking into for half the cost of MMB. so far I hear that Gorilla might be limited for my project. WC

Directorik wrote: " I have quite a bit of experience with Movie Magic budgeting and scheduling and I've done a lot of work with investors." So, the question still is, do I need to purchase both MM budget and scheduling in order to develop a budget so I can get an investor? Can I just purchase...

I guess no one here has ever dealt with scheduling and budgeting a screenplay they've written in order to get funded by an investor. Guess I'll have to look elsewhere for information. Sorry to hear that.

do I need both MM budgeting and scheduling?

Anyone use either Gorilla 2 or Movie Magic Budgeting software? I need to budget my newest script soon and am considering one of these two software programs. MMB is $699 and Gorilla 2 is $399, so the cost difference is significant.

Way to go, Murph. Working on the set is the best education you can get. What postion are you working? I remember working as a PA and being able, at times, to watch the Director and actors work and see how good prodcution works, and how poor planning results in real screw-ups. I also recall...

Hey, Murph. I love New England, especially this time of year. Come on down to Texas, pard. Love to have you visit and show you real TEx-Mex food and honest-to God great barbeque worth shipping 2,000 miles. WC