Focal Press Catalog 2008 Update

Film and Postproduction The Insider’s Guide to Independent Film Distribution Stacey Parks The Shut Up and Shoot Documentary Guide A Down & Dirty DV Production Anthony Artis Shooting Action Sports The Ultimate Guide to Extreme Filmmaking Todd Grossman April 2007 $24.95 Paperback 978-0-240-80922-9 Sept 2007 $34.95 Paperback 978-0-240-80935-9 DVD Dec 2007 $34.95 Paperback 978-0-240-80956-4 This comprehensive manual for filmmakers and producers dedicated to film distribution and the marketplace could mean the difference between getting your film out to the public and keeping it “in the can .” Learn how to sell your movie to a studio, a cable network, a video distributor or international buyers . Self-distribution and other alternatives to traditional distribution are also considered . Features include: • Interviews and case studies with producers and distributors • Ten ways to market your film for self-distribution • Sales projections per territory • Distribution resource listings • Negotiation tips for distribution agreements • Sample distribution agreements A superb addition to the ‘how to’ subsection of your library, Artis’ tone is concise, while containing useful, accessible information on every aspect of documentary filmmaking, all with a doggedly hands-on attitude. Five stars. —Empire Magazine So you want to make a documentary, but think you don’t have a lot of time, money or experience? Down and dirty is a filmmaking mindset . It’s the mentality that forces you to be creative with your resources . Get started NOW with this book and DVD set, a one-stop shop written by a guerrilla filmmaker, for guerrilla filmmakers . You will learn how to make your project better, faster and cheaper . The pages are crammed with 500 full-color pictures, tips from the pros, resources, checklists and charts, making it easy to find what you need fast . Grossman is a young master of shooting action sports; and that vast knowledge is all here in his book. He will take you through the field with unique clarity, insight and innovation. —Rob Cohen, Director, The Fast and the Furious, XXX, The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor This full-color, illustrated guide takes you through all aspects of video production, focusing on action sports . From planning and preparation to editing and postproduction, you’ll get a solid understanding of the changing technology, camera techniques and basic to more advanced shooting principles that can be applied to almost every scenario you encounter . Includes tips on how to: • Choose a format • Develop your own style • Plan for a successful project, including funding and distribution • Capture the shot in any environment • Shooting tips and techniques for skateboarding, snowboarding, wakeboarding, surfing, freestyle BMX and more 50 http://www.focalpress.com/Book.aspx?id=648 http://www.focalpress.com/Book.aspx?id=1836 http://www.focalpress.com/Book.aspx?id=2522 http://www.focalpress.com/Book.aspx?id=648 http://www.focalpress.com/Book.aspx?id=1836 http://www.focalpress.com/Book.aspx?id=2522 http://www.focalpress.com/Book.aspx?id=648 http://www.focalpress.com/Book.aspx?id=1836 http://www.focalpress.com/Book.aspx?id=2522 http://www.focalpress.com/Book.aspx?id=648 http://www.focalpress.com/Book.aspx?id=1836 http://www.focalpress.com/Book.aspx?id=648 http://www.focalpress.com/Book.aspx?id=1836

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Focal Press Catalog 2008 Update Contents Broadcast and Digital Media Film and Postproduction Theatre and Live Performance Audio and Music Technology Game Design and Animation

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