Reports

Filmmaking | Reports

‘Taxachusetts’ loses film biz to Rhode Island

1 Jan , 1999 | Written by Jen Muehlbauer | Posted by:

For years, Massachusetts filmmakers have been griping about tax issues that turn talent out-of-state. Now, the growing strength of the Rhode Island industry proves less tax means more filmmaking.

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Filmmaking | Reports

Film, TV and Real People

1 Jan , 1999 | Written by M. Lynda Robinson | Posted by:

Women in Film and Video, New England provides some startling statistics about how women, minorities and older people continue to be stereotyped in film and television and offers some new ideas.

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Industry News | Local Industry | Reports

Industry News

1 Dec , 1998 | Written by Michele Meek | Posted by:

The dish on local films: 'Plastic: The Culture of Debt,' 'The Same Side of Rejection Street' and others. Also, news from local companies & organizations.

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Distribution | Reports

Self-Distribution: The Struggle of an Independent

1 Dec , 1998 | Written by James Noonan | Posted by:

Traditionally, self-distribution has been viewed as a last resort, but there are filmmakers out there who choose to self-distribute. Find out why...

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Reports | Technology

Digital Video Camera Buying Guide

1 Dec , 1998 | Written by Holly Madden | Posted by:

Beta SP is still the industry standard, but digital video is hot on its heels. So what's the big draw? For many local videographers, it comes down to great picture quality, lightweight cameras, and an affordable price.

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Reports | Technology

HDTV is Here! But What is it?

1 Nov , 1998 | Written by Andre Dursin | Posted by:

Digital Television is now officially broadcasting in Boston and other cities throughout the U.S. But what is it and do you want it?

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Industry News | Local Industry | Reports

Industry News

1 Nov , 1998 | Written by Michele Meek | Posted by:

The dish on local: 'Moving Targets,' 'Links,' 'Six Ways to Sunday' and others. Also, news from local companies and film organizations.

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Reports | Screenwriting

The Ups, Downs and Up Again of the Book Deal

1 Oct , 1998 | Written by M.M. Goldstein | Posted by:

Securing the rights is only half the battle. There's still the tricky business of actually getting the film made...

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Industry News | Local Industry | Reports

Industry News

1 Oct , 1998 | Written by Michele Meek | Posted by:

The dish on films in production: 'Notes from Earth,' 'Love at Your Disposal,' and others. Also, local indie film screenings this month and film organization news.

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Internet | Reports | Television

The Internet Comes to TV on ‘Wild Wild Web’

1 Oct , 1998 | Written by Keith Wagner | Posted by:

Boston-based TV series 'Wild Wild Web' takes on the convergence of new and old media with some innovative ideas.

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