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Ya, you have to make a zero-budget zombie film first in order to be a true filmmaker--a rite of passage.

Naturally that's the best. I think poor man's is used...well...because it's in the name...it's cheaper. I've had lawyers tell me it's better than nothing.

Max and Maya are my choices. You can get illegal copies for learning and hobby, but you'll want a licence if you plan to use it for things you plan to profit from. Also great ones are Softimage and Lightwave. As far as free...ya, go Blender.

Classic post. Hahah. Even better responses.

Get a poor-mans copyright first. Send it to yourself in the mail...but you send it registered or something. I forget exactly. But it's at least worth doing that I'd think. People in this business WILL steal your ideas. There's just enough of them out there to warrant safety precautions.

I don't think monologues have a place in film. I would much rather see someone read opposite someone else--whether that be an assistant or another actor. Monologues are performances in a void...and film has very little voids, unless you're doing a rendition of Hamlet. I have been acting...

It's suppose to be the Facebook killer in time...at least that's what a few tech/web heads have said. I'm in bed with Google...so that's fine with me.

Get a confirmation that the actor will attend the audition--you can either give out 15 min slots, or just have a time frame of when they can come by. If they are interested, allow them to have the sides (or script) at least overnight. If you give them the full script, make sure they know what...

Really impressive CG. It's a lot of fun, and you're clearly talented. It's like the video Beyond the Mind's Eye...you can watch and daze off and let the video be your guiding light (thank you enigma). I don't think they are that relevant to film though. There is no story, no arc...it just seems...

Ya, I'll see it when it comes to LA. Looks like a lot of fun.

I think there are CG characters out there that look just as good as practical characters. Right now they are far and few between...but the good companies know how to eek out a truly photo--real effect (ie. Weta). The beauty of good CG is to know when to use it. Like Peter Jackson had some...

I highly doubt it. But you never know...that's the beauty and insanity of viral video...the most mundane, no talent hacks can get a viral video. Videos I don't even think are funny. There almost seems to be no rhyme or reason. Your video here I don't think has a chance. I think it's too...

Ya, keep looking for sure. You don't want to force this guy into a mold. It's tough that it's an unpaid position. If you're asking someone to come in and shoot an entire webseries...driving without compensation...that gets tough. You're certainly narrowing your options there. I'm an actor...

First and the last were great. I didn't like the middle one (it didn't do it for me...needed more). The last one was really well done, really interesting, well written and well performed. I like how they ended it. Although I see an alternate ending...he turns out to be the director of the film...

I understand, but it's hard not to call attention to yourself when your on another planet flying planes that don't exist against a horde of aliens that are riding flying dragons... That's going to call attention to itself because it's not real (yet). Our minds immediately know it's not...

Really nice editing choices. And me being a CG junky (and hobbyist) I loved the video... And it's right...it's only just begun.

Put an ad out on Craigslist and Mandy.com to start. Not sure if it costs money (for you) to put a listing/breakdown on Actors Access, but that's another option. You can also try local nearby colleges. Definitely try to get some good actors. Hold auditions. Just be upfront about the project...

Argh! This is awesome. What a great team, and what great production value and casting on a limited budget. Huzzah! How and where can I apply to work with this team. I just moved out to LA, and I'd love to get on the team! Seriously. Good luck with this. I'll keep my eyes peeled. ps. Rainfall...

Really great idea. Loads of fun. Good luck with this, really. Looks like you hit your Kickstarter amount. Kudos! Man, for an indie team you sure have a wonderful facility and great equipment. That never hurts. lol. Good stuff indeed. Cheers.

I thought for a new filmmaker this was pretty good. I think, however, there is a lot that needs to be cleaned up. For one, the camera work needs a lot more refining. I don't mind handheld when it's done properly, but it was kind of off-the-cuff, and there were far too many messy racks and zooms...