Angelo Bell
AJ is a writer, director, award-winning independent film producer, blogger, information hound, a film fan and a seeker of inner peace. He hopes to one day attend Comic Con dressed as Blade, win an Oscar for screenwriting and direct a $100 million movie. He writes about the independent film industry, not as an expert (there are too many of those) but as a conscientious observer and partaker.
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Passion Film Project, "Apocalyptic Playground," Grows into an Interstellar Sci-Fi YarnBanking on the growing number of sci-fi fans, director looks to crowdfunding to develop his popular web series into a feature film.
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Putting the 'Classic' in Cult Movie ClassicsGood and bad films all desire cult status and aspire to acquire a highly devoted but specific group of fans. -
Hollywood Comes to ChinaThe economic strength and growth of the Southeast Asia film market has Hollywood producers eager to collaborate with their Asian counterparts.
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Books, Graphic Novels: Prequel to a MovieHollywood has always found literature to be fertile ground for films. From the old Huckleberry Finn books to classics and pop culture icons, books are the new prequel. -
How to Find Great Short Films Online and ElsewhereShort films are becoming more prevalent not only because they're made well, but because they're ... well, short. -
'Colombiana' Features Guns and Sex, Other Female Action TropesHow does Hollywood reuse a tired, cliched storyline over and over again? Hire a HOT female lead, have her strut around in underwear, and give her a gun.Also published on: -
Jamie Chung - From 'MTV Real World' Reality Star to Actress in Blockbuster MoviesJamie Chung has done what few have accomplished: turn a stint on a reality show into a respectable career as an actress. -
The Best Movies to Buy for Tough Action Film Fan Dads on Father's DayYou might want to hug Daddy on Father's Day, but when he's alone with his DVD player Dad just wants to watch things BLOW UP! -
Remember Memorial Day at Home with Great MoviesMemorial Day commemorates men and women who died while in military service to the United States. Pay tribute to the fallen by watching some of the greatest war movies of all time. -
Top 10 Movies for SummerBig movies are what summer is all about. THAT's why they call it the Summer Blockbuster season. -
Angelo Bell Presents: The Top Free Film Festivals for Independent FilmmakersA low-budget filmmaker can spend thousands of dollars in film festival submissions. Here's 20+ ways to get your festival laurels for FREE! -
Women in Horror Recognition Month Profile: Michelle TomlinsonMichelle Tomlinson is everything that a director wants out of an actress. Smart, sexy and fearless! Find out why she deserves recognition for "Women in Horror Month."
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Celebrate Black History Month with Movies About Courage, Sacrifice, and WarMovies about the contributions African Americans have made to American history are plentiful, but none are more prestigious than "Glory" and "The Tuskegee Airmen" which cover achievements during times of international crisis. -
Independent Film Distribution IQDon't let the overwhelming information about DIY distribution stall you. Go out and pound the pavement yourself and sell your film! -
How to Be an Indie Film Executive ProducerWith the independent film industry giving birth to thousands of new films every month it's easier than ever to become an independent film producer. -
Movie Date Night in Cerritos, California for Valentine's DayIf you plan to spend Valentine's Day with a loved one in Cerritos, CA, a movie date night is definitely the way to go! The city of Cerritos offers visitors a wide variety of activities and entertainment! -
Is the Bieber Biography Movie 'Never Say Never' Too Soon in His Career?Justin Bieber has gotten flack for the release a movie about his career so early in his life. The point that people are missing is that Bieber's biographical film, 'Never Say Never,' is not a biographical movie, it is an inspirational adventure. -
Expect Surprises at the 2011 Writers Guild AwardsNot to be outdone by the usual film and television suspects, expect surprises at the 2011 Writers Guild Awards on February 5, 2011.
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Are Film Sets Too Adult for Children?Child labor laws governing the employment of children on films has dramatically improved conditions. Now we just need to change the stage moms.
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Horror Film Fans Have '28 Days Later Analysis' to Find the Best Genre FilmsIf you enjoy horror films and you like supporting the independently run film websites, 28DLA is a must-bookmark as it stands to become "the voice of horror" on the web.
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Kevin Smith's "Red State" Rant Turns Fan's Faces RedAt the Sundance Film Festival the worse thing for a film is for no one to talk about it. Smith has guaranteed a global platform for his horror film, "Red State," through his recent escapade about do-it-yourself distribution.
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'The Dark Night Returns' Casting: Catwoman is the Weakest LinkWill Nolan's new "Batman" fail or succeed with Hathaway on set at Catwoman?
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AFI Awards: RecapAFI recently announced it's top movies of the year and television programs of the year. There were a few surprises and some cause fore reflection.
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God's Miracle at the Year-End Holiday PartyMiracles do happen, and they often happen for folks who have no idea they've just taken part in, or benefitted from God's miracle.
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10 Ways to Make Your Million Dollar FilmMicrobudget independent (indie) films are all the rage. However, if an indie filmmaker wants to move to the next level he has to look at seven figures or higher.
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Watching Movies on Mobile Phones and Other Handheld Devices"Avatar", "Broken Hearts Club" or "Inception" on your portable handheld device or mobile phone? Only if you're hip.
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There's No Sleeping on 'Inception' at AFI AwardsAFI is a national institute providing leadership in screen education and celebrates excellence in the art of film and television.
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Local Filmmaker Turns Indie Light on BrooklynKevin Slack, New York indie filmmaker, is on the move with a slate of film projects that put New York on the map in the indie scene.
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11 Ways to Help Keep Your Indie Filmmaker New Year's Resolutions in 2011People who make New Year's resolutions are ten times more likely to achieve their goals. The more care you put into making a resolution, the better your chances for success.
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Should Old Acquaintance Be Forgot?New Year's Resolutions that set higher goals for yourself often bring out the ire of family and friends who inadvertently seek to deflate your dreams and stunt your personal growth.
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Poetic Methods for 2011 Reading ResolutionsIf your New Year's resolution includes reading more, start small with elegant poetry compilation books.
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Nicolas Cage: The Hardest Working Movie Star in 2010With four films released in 2010, Nicolas Cage went above and beyond to please his loyal fans.
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Amazon Studios Launch is the Most Epic Failure in Company HistoryAmazon Studios' FAQ is a poignant lesson for neophyte filmmakers who mistake Brand for Brains
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Occam's Razor Applied to Independent Filmmaking, Finance and DistributionMisinformation can turn your film career into an exercise in fruitless futility.
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How to Make the American Film Market (AFM) Work for You (Day 3!)AFM is the premiere global marketplace for film production and distribution, and the largest gathering of film industry professionals in North America. Join 8,000 attendees from around the world for eight days.
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How to Make the American Film Market (AFM) Work for You (Day 3 Prep)AFM is the premiere global marketplace for film production and distribution, and the largest gathering of film industry professionals in North America. Join 8,000 attendees from around the world for eight days unlike any other.
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How to Make the American Film Market (AFM) Work for You (Day 2)AFM is the premiere global marketplace for film production and distribution, and the largest gathering of film industry professionals in North America. Join 8,000 attendees from around the world for eight days
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How to Make the American Film Market (AFM) Work for YouThis article highlight the high points and low points of three days at the American Film Market: November 2010
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Independent Filmmaking Possibilities Abound with No "Model"It's no holds barred when you're making your film so don't submit to 'doom & gloom' scenarios propagated by so-called film gurus.
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5 Pre-sales Tips for Indie Filmmakers Seeking FinancingEvery year hundreds of films are sold before they're actually made.
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Film Finance IQ: Crowdfunding Vs Equity InvestmentsFilm Finance: Three Major Differences Between Social Media Crowdfunding vs Private Equity Investors
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Deciding Between Script Option or Script PurchaseA screenplay "sale" is not that same as a screenplay "option" but both have their benefits to the writer.
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3 Ways to Transition from Unpaid to Paid ScreenwriterThe grand dream of selling a million dollar screenplay can easily be supplemented by selling many five-figure screenplays.
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3 Ways to Write Better Dialog in a ScreenplayIndependent and studio film scripts have one thing in common. Their success depends on great dialog.
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Audience Building for Indie Film Starts on Cable TVIndependent Filmmakers Find Niche Success While Following the Lifetime Network Lead
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The Prestige Vs the IllusionistJessica vs Scarlet, Beauty versus beauty. Two magical films. One winner.
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10 Things No One Told You About Screening Your Film at Film FestivalsI'm saying what every filmmaker has thought after s/he has attended their first film festival and things didn't go as planned. Read and learn.
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Get Your Indie Film on ITunes the App WayGetting a film approved for distribution on iTunes doesn't have to be an exercise in futility for independent filmmakers.
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Grassroots Social Media Campaigns Help Crowdfund Indie FilmsCrowdfunding Indie Filmmakers Are Bullish on Social Media
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Six Reasons to Support the Epic Fantasy, "Legend of Black Lotus"Fan funding, aka crowdfunding, is a way for micro-budget filmmakers to fund their films. The filmmakers behind LEGEND OF BLACK LOTUS explain why their film is worth your time and your dime.
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Filmmakers Employ Fan Funding to Make Movies Outside of HollywoodFrom "Lord of the Rings" to "Clash of the Titans" to "Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon," epic fantasy movie fans stay loyal to their favorite fiction for years to come. Independent film directors count on the fans more than Hollywood to launch their films.
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How Film Fans Can Fight the PowerTired of Hollywood films with weak plots and cardboard characters? Fight back. Help fund an Indie film and put your money where it counts.
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Crowdfunding Tips for Film FansThere's a smorgasbord of films and filmmakers all vying for fans, so how does the true film fan know who to support and what film is best served by their donation?
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Crowdfunding & Crowdsourcing: Don't Believe the HypeAvoid the biggest mistakes and misconceptions about crowdfunding and crowdsourcing for building an online/offline audience.
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2010: Resurrecting the Neo Noir Web SeriesIn an over-crowded field of emerging web series, choosing the right genre will make or break many.
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"Broken Hearts Club" Illustrates New Model for Independent Films and Self-DistributionBroken Hearts Club, the critical darling of film festivals all over the world, finds home at IndieFlix, creating its own model for self-distribution. Using social media and traditional PR as its foundation, the strategy is simple: spread the word.
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Decline of the Blockbuster MovieBlockbuster movies have had to adapt to the growth of home entertainment systems and Internet television. Can Hollywood compete with Home Sweet Home?
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Essential Film Crew Positions and How to Avoid Them when Making an Indie FilmEvery year tens of thousands of artists embark upon the task of making an indie film -- most do it wrong from the start.
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Ten Tips for Indie Filmmakers in 2010"Ten Tips For Indie Filmmakers in 2010" Is A Ten Part Series Outlining Changes Required In Indie Filmmaking to Elevate the Industry in 2010.
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Ten Tips for Indie Filmmakers in 2010"Ten Tips For Indie Filmmakers in 2010" As A Ten Part Series Outlining Changes Required In Indie Filmmaking to Elevate the Industry in 2010.
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2010: The Year of the Web SeriesThe web series phenomenon is catching on; viewers should look for bigger and better content.
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How Do You Get Your Indie Film Listed on ITunesWith Hollywood at a standstill, self-distribution is the growing choice of independent filmmakers. Here are clear and simple tips to get your film listed on iTunes.
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Why "Personal Blogs" Aren't Personal AnymoreAfter blogging about his film festival experience, one independent filmmaker was summarily banned from performing volunteer work at a festival.
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Say Anything, a Classic 80's Film Worth Talking AboutFilm Review: Say Anything is a Classic 80's film worth talking about and for a lifetime. The film is rip with classic 80's music, 80's themes, 80's clothes and of course, John Cusak.
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The Usual Suspects: An Indie StoryThe difficult challenges independent filmmakers face trying to bring entertainment and education outside of the broken Hollywood studio system.
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The Bourne Ultimatum - Why I Left MyspaceLately I've been struggling with this dichotomy on MySpace. It's frustrating because I am on MySpace to network. But it seems, many of the folks on MySpace only have interest in a one-sided friendship.
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I Pulled a Kid from Underneath a Minivan This MorningWhat do you and how fast would you react if you saw a kid trapped beneath a minivan?
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Film Reviews: The Dark Knight and Ghost TownMy review of the astonishing action comic book film, The Dark Knight, starring Christian Bale and the hilarious underestimated comedy film, Ghost Town starring Ricky Gervais.
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A Clear and Present Danger- the Distance of the DreamIn following our dreams in life, career, love and family - do we unconsciously program ourselves to ease the burden of failure by simply not working as hard as we can?
