Author Archives: Gene Goodsell

Award Predictor?

The 2010 Palm Springs International Film Festival will run from January 5 to 18. On January 9, the spotlight will be on Australian cinema, and will coincide with “G’Day USA Australia Week” (which I wrote about last week). The Festival … Continue reading

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G’DAY USA 2010

G’Day USA 2010 kicks off for another year on January 9, 2010. The ‘celebration’ of Australian culture has become somewhat of an institution since its inception in 2004. It is now arguably the largest foreign country promotion held annually in … Continue reading

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Film & TV Packaging

“Packaging” departments often serve as a gateway for the ongoing influx of financiers looking to invest in film. Indie units are invaluable for new filmmakers who are seeking the connections they need to get a film made. The agencies are … Continue reading

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Viral Marketing & the Rebirth of the Low-Budget Movie

The independently produced thriller “Paranormal Activity” cost about $10,000 to produce and has grossed approximately $68.2 million at the date of writing. It looks set to rival the feats of films like “The Blair Witch Project” and “My Big Fat … Continue reading

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NY Comes to the Middle East

Tribeca forged its alliance with Doha, Qatar when the daughter of Qatar’s ruler undertook an internship with the festival founders in New York. Next weekend, stars including Robert De Niro will make their way down the red carpet at this … Continue reading

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The New Australian Producer Offset – One of the Best in the World

In its 2007-2008 budget, the Australian Government introduced a package of measures designed to increase Australia’s international competitiveness in TV and film production. The package provides one of the most generous financial incentives in the world, and Australian film-makers now … Continue reading

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Rena Ronson to Co-Head UTA Indie Group

It was recently announced that Rena Ronson will co-head the UTA Independent Film Group (along with Rich Klubeck), after being laid off by William Morris when it merged with Endeavour in May. Klubeck has headed the department at UTA since … Continue reading

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Making a Film – Should a Producer Approach a Hollywood Studio?

There are six major studios in the US. They are: Warner Bros. Pictures, Columbia Pictures, Universal Studios, Walt Disney Pictures/Touchstone Pictures, 20th Century Fox, and Paramount Pictures. Independent movies are those that are not produced, financed and distributed by the … Continue reading

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Entertainment $ = China

China is becoming a desirable location for the production of entertainment due to its low cost/high quality facilities. China has an enormous population and has only just developed a ‘middle-class’ who have disposable income to spend on entertainment. Two months … Continue reading

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The Role of the Music Manager

The manager’s duties are often varied and difficult to define. Initially, the manager will attempt to secure a recording contract for up and coming talent. The manager will also assist the artist with compiling a recording package by selecting songs … Continue reading

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