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Ideal for Students ofFilm & Perfect for theClassroomTeaches the technical,legal, ethical &business issues ofDocumentary Film(page 2)

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Theatre & Performing ArtsProducing for the Theatre ………….. Back PageHow to Apply Monster Make-up …………….. 22

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Journalism, Broadcast & Print . . . . . . . . 3 - 6The Business of TV News

Writing for the Screen

Writing for TV, Film & Radio

Television

Film, Television & Video . . . . . . . . 2, 3, 7 - 13Film School/Filmmaking

Television Academy Career Series

Camera

Editing Techniques

Lighting Techniques

Post – Editing Techniques

Post – Production

Cinematography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 - 16Lighting & Camera

Film, Visual Language

Audio, Sound & Music Production . . . . . . 17Recording Techniques

Radio Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Technical & Creative Techniques

Mass Communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Media

Animation, Special & Visual Effects . . . . . 20Digital Effects, Polymer Clay

Theatre, Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . 21 - 29Mask Making, Costume Design

Make-up & Special Effects

Set/Props, Visual Effects

Dance, Combat For Stage & Screen

Swordplay, Stage Movement

Auditioning

Stage Production, Vocal Techniques

Acting & Directing

American Contemporary Theatre

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Documentary Filmmaking: Tips From The TrenchesIdeal for Students of FilmExpose Students earlier in their Communications Courses to Documentary Filmmaking

Learn from emerging and seasoned filmmakers as they discuss thetechnical, legal, ethical and business issues of documentary film. Thirty film-makers discuss the art and craft of documentary filmmaking cov-ering everything from finding a story, starting the process, shoot-ing, editing, legal and ethical issues to tackling financial and dis-tribution challenges.

Hear directly from Academy Award winners and nominees, first time film-makers and 50-year veterans as they offer tips from the trenches offilmmaking in brief, modular interview sequences perfect for theclassroom.

Created in an interactive platform, this program allows professorsto use it for classes on many different levels beyond communica-tions, to study the social significance of film & how film can beused as an agent for social change.

An ideal educational tool for seasoned and aspiring filmmakers,as a way to foster idea sharing among professionals.

Features interviews with more than 20 filmmakers, includingRichard Berge, Nick Doob, D.A. Pennebaker and MichaelSkolnik.

Subjects covered include:Introduction to Documentary Film (What is a Documentary, WhyDocumentary Matters, Why they make films, A Student of Film)

The Story (Finding Good Stories, Finding Good People, Story intoFilm, First Person Perspective)

Shooting & Editing (Sound & Picture, Editing, Screening yourRough Cut)

Legal Issues (Releases & Clearances, Fair Use, Music)Ethics (General Ethics, Specific Ethics)Financial & Distribution (Getting Your Film Made, Getting YourFilm Out There)

Comes complete with Teacher/Student Resource Guide.

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Provides masterful insights on the craft of directing & is afabulous source of insight, anecdotes & industry secrets forstudents of film.

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Independent Movie Making: On Budget,On Schedule A must see for aspiring and established film makers. You can’t make a f ilm without a budget – this series is afantastic primer on Budgets for Film for Real-World f ilm-making taught by f ilmmakers.An important tool you can't afford to make your movie without!“Diane delivers the goods no holds barred. She breezes rightthrough the production process with a clarity and logic that even anovice can appreciate.” – Reinhard Schreiner, Post ProductionSupervisor/Sound Editor“From budgeting in pre-production, accounting in production, toensuring a smooth post-production and final delivery, Diane is high-ly capable in all phases of a production.” – Marilyn Vance,Producer & Oscar Nominated Costume DesignerDiane Cornell, DGA Unit Production Manager, Line Producerand Producer solves the puzzle of on budget movie makingwith real world knowledge and practical experience.

This comprehensive series covers everything from pre-production through post including, choice of script,budget breakdown, common budgeting pitfalls, workingwith your director for maximum efficiencies and impact,shot lists, equipment estimation and developing astrategy for your budget design. Question and answer,open mic discussions are included with the filmmakingaudience providing real life answers to decisions thataffect cost, production value, safety issues, personnelmotivation and management.

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Disc 1: Money & FinancingPolitics of money • Your script • Budget strategy •Financing • Unions • The crew • Loss & damage •Bonds-contingencies • SAG • Production reports •Set safety • Sexual harassment • Animals & childrenon set. 90 min.

Disc 2: Promoting &Motivating Your CrewActors • Networking & reputation • Getting Started inFilm • Line producer • The job of the UPM • Keepingcosts low. 77 min.

Disc 3: Breaking Down Your ScriptScript timing • Title and script clearance • Review of the one line • The call sheet• Daily production reports. 114 min.

Disc 4, 5 and 6:Contain review of a simple budget line-by-line relating to costs andplanning from Above-The-Line through Post-Production, with Q&A throughout.

Disc 4: Budget Review ATL/BTL ATL and cast • Production BTL costs • Cost reporting • Variance reports. 78 min.

Disc 5: Budget Review BTL Purchase orders • Tech scouting • On-set issues • Construction • Equipment forgrip/electric/camera • Problem solving. 98 min.

Disc 6: Budget Review Post-Production Editorial & post-production • Music • Insurance • Importance of quotes •Signatory packages • Bond companies. 64 min.

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The Business Of TV News-An Inside LookValuable for students ready toenter TV Broadcasting & how tobe IN Television. This seriestakes you beyond the text book,beyond the classroom & directlyBehind the Scenes of TV news,revealing not just the triumphsof news reporting but the fail-ures & problems too. Learn frombroadcast veterans with over300 years of cumulative experience who tell students justwhat it takes to succeed & what the future holds for careersin TV. The series is designed for those who want to be in thefield of TV reporting & features interviews from first timereporters, discussing what the job entails & what to expectat your first station. Each program features interviews, filmclips, anecdotes & industry tips for students of broadcasting.Available as individual programs. Teaching modules & sets are discounted.

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The Story: Follow two stories from assignment to air showing the contrastbetween the rookie & the veteran - First year reporter Robert Hughes (KWST,Yuma, AZ) & KGTV San Diego’s Sal Rivera, a 20 year veteran. Watch carefullyhow the rookie and the veteran turn their story assignment into a broadcastpackage & what each reporter has to say about TV News. 45 min.

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The Bosses: Meet the Veterans - Bill Lord, WJLA Washington DC, Steve Cohen,News Director KUSI San Diego, John Coleman Weatherman KUSI San Diego(created the Weather Channel). Watch as they give you their take on TV newstoday, its future & what they look for in a prospective candidate. Valuable infor-mation about making interesting, compelling news. 45 min.

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Making It -The Rookie & the Veteran: With Frank Buckley KTLA Los AngelesAnchor & Cambi Brown first year reporter KWST, Yuma AZ. Move up from asmall station to become a CNN correspondent or become a reporter andanchor in the number 2 market in the country. First year reporter Cambi Brownshares her story of tears, frustration and triumph and in Los Angeles KTLA’sFrank Buckley, tells his story of how he rose to the top. 45 min.

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Covering the Big Story: Kevin Reece Reporter KHOU CBS Houston Texas isinterviewed on location at the site of Hurricane Ike. It could be an earthquake,a tornado, a plane crash or possibly a hurricane…. at some point in your careerthe big story is going to break. Reporter Kevin explains his approach to the BigStory and how he prepares and delivers. 45 min. F2658DVD $89.95

The Contract: The all important contract with famed broadcast attorney BobTeaf & Small Market News Director Shannon Maze KWST Yuma, AZ. After yearsof education, internships & sending out hundreds of demo tapes, you get yourfirst job offer & a contract. In this segment Bob Teaf & Shannon Maze reviewtypical contract points & provide invaluable advice. 45 min.

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The Legend Tells His Story: Stan Chambers - KTLA - 61 year news reporter veteran. Livereporting was unheard of until this reporter came on the scene in 1947 & changedthe face of TV news forever. This is the story of Stan Chambers, America’s pioneer ofTV News & what you need to learn from this amazing individual. 45 min.

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Sports Broadcasting: Featuring KUSI’s Sports Director Paul Rudy. In this seg-ment we catch up with one of the best Sports Broadcasters - Paul Rudy and howhe does what he does each night to excite viewers in the TV sports world. Learnfrom a real pro! 45 min.

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Editing TV News: Featuring Joshua Sheehan Chief Editor, XETV San Diego,Austin Hill 2nd year news editor, XETV & Andy Neil, former Chief Editor XETV. Theanchors are ready to introduce today’s news, but nothing gets on the air until thestations storytellers (editors) have done their job. Learn how the unseen creativebrains behind the news, create compelling and watchable stories. 45 min.

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Narrative & StructureWith Scott Frank (Minority Report, Out of Sight, Get Shorty) &Steven Zaillian (Gangs of New York, Hannibal, Schindler's List)This program teaches how to get started, the main idea and servicing it, findinga movies spine, sources of inspiration, outlining, characters' relationship withstructure, description, research,instinct vs. technique, writing ascript vs. selling one.

Subjects covered include: How totell a good story, which storiesare worth telling and whicharen't, character arcs; real andillusory, finding a movie's spine,the use of myth and theme asorganizing concepts. 90 min.

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CharacterWith Nick Kazan (Bicentennial Man, Fallen, Reversal of Fortune) &Paul Attanasio (Sum Of All Fears, Donnie Brasco, Quiz Show)Learn the mystery of character, character dictating plot, character information,biographies, real characters vs. fictional characters, writing a franchise character,rules to break and not to break.

Subjects covered include: Whoshould be your protagonist?Does plot or character comefirst? How you find the rightcharacters to suit your needs.How you get a character to dowhat you want. How you getyour characters to do what theywant. 90 min.

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Dialogue & DescriptionWith Bruce Joel Rubin (Stuart Little 2, Deep Impact, Jacob'sLadder, Ghost), Ed Solomon (The In-Laws, Charlie's Angels, MenIn Black) & Dana Stevens (For Love Of The Game, & City OfAngels)This program teaches text and subtext, conveying emotion of the character and thesituation they're in, research, rewriting dialogue, character profiling and specificityof vision.

Subjects covered include: Something you write or something you hear. Should it berealistic? How to condense a good scene. Should a movie have one "voice"?Description: minimizing dialogue. Is there magic in description or should it simplybe clear? How to persuade benumbed executives to read your description. 90 min.

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AdaptationWith Phil Alden Robinson (Sneakers, Field Of Dreams) & RobertNelson Jacobs (The Shipping News, Chocolat) & Eric Roth (Ali, TheHorse Whisperer, Forrest Gump, The Postman)This program teaches highlighting the good parts and trouble spots, research, visu-alizing and dramatization, non-fiction vs. fiction, the echo effect, online researchvs. physical, changing directions, genre material, staying fresh and externalizingcharacters' thoughts.

Subjects covered include: What to include. How to avoid the 200 page screenplay.How faithful should you be to the original? Is it easier to adapt fiction or non-fiction, trash or art? Which books, plays and stories will make good movies. Howto rectify problems without alienating a book's fans. 90 min.

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The Art of Screenwriting SeriesFirst presented as part of the Writer's Guild Foundation’sprestigious Words into Pictures event, each programfeatures Hollywood's top motion picture and televisionwriters, discussing specific aspects of the art of writing forscreen & the different approaches to their craft.

Journalism, Broadcast & PrintWriting For The Screen • Playwright/Screenwriter/Script Writer/Editor/Story Editor/Executive Producer/Producer/Show Runner

Making A Good Script Great Series"A must have for every writer, beginner or professional."- Barbara Corday, President Columbia Pictures Television"An invaluable tool for the working writer."- Richard Walter,UCLA Department of Theatre, Film & TVNoted Hollywood script consultant, international lecturerand author Dr. Linda Seger, analyzes the elements necessaryto make a good script great. This program consists of threeseparate chapters – Structuring the Story, Creating UnforgetableCharacters and Expressing the Theme.

A Guide for Writing & RewritingIncludes all three programs Structuring the Story, Creating Unforgetable Characters &Expressing the Theme. Audio Series. 156 min. 3 cassette tapes: F9693 $79.95

Expressing The ThemeIdeal for producers, executives and writers, Expressing the Theme is a three partprogram that illustrates the concepts through referring to both classical andcontemporary film. 30 min.

Creating Unforgetable CharactersAudiences remember characters. This program teaches how to create the charac-ter's world to make it "ring true" so that audiences understand and identify withit, create multi-dimensional and realistic characters and create strong characterrelationships that pull the audience into the action. 30 min.

Structuring The Story An invaluable tool for screenwriters showing what it takes to make a script bothartistic, well crafted and ways to use structure to support your personal vision. Itwill help develop your skills for telling a dramatic and compelling story, articu-late the skills you know intuitively and help you analyze and solve the problemsto get your script back on track. 30 min.

Advanced Screenwriting Serieswith Linda SegerIn this new three-part series, script consultant & screenwrit-ing teacher, Dr. Linda Seger takes students to the next step,to further integrate the story, theme & characters. Studentworkbook available.

Script To ScreenFollow director Brian Bell as he prepares a stage play for television. Discover howinformation and emotions communicated on the stage through lengthy dialoguecan be communicated on the screen through visual means. 30 min.

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Advanced Story TechniquesIf you’ve learned the three act structure, you may be ready to try variations on thebasics & simply create scripts that are more focused, with more momentum.

This program discusses the three-act structure in scenes and scene sequences. Itdiscusses how to use structure to give you stronger turning points (surprisingreveals, twists, turns, scene transitions) and non-traditional structural forms thathave created such great films as Pulp Fiction, Crash, Ordinary People, Before the Rain& Sleepless in Seattle. 30 min.

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Deepening The ThemeThe Theme or central Idea of a script deepens the story and connects the audiencewith the film by conveying the truth about the human condition. What are com-mon themes used in successful films? How do you clarify your theme and conveyyour theme without getting preachy? This program discusses the identity themeand its many variations, including methods of expressing the theme and how toconvey the theme through cinematic images and image systems. 30 min.

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Broadening The CharactersActors, directors, and producers want to see dimensional characters, capable ofwinning Academy Awards. They want breadth, depth, focus and direction to theircharacters, but they also want dimensionality - characters that are original andact-able. This program shows how to deepen characters through layering,creating subtext, how to transform characters & how to use dialogue to furtheradd breadth and depth. 30 min.

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Writing For ComedyThis program looks at various aspects of comedy writing: the ingredients of com-edy; finding the story; the three-act structure; the writing process and writing fora character. It features Australian scriptwriters Geoffrey Atherden and SueIngleton, US writer Carl Saulter (Moonlighting) and UK writer Alan Plater. 54 min.

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Writing For TelevisionFour veteran television writers discuss the components of a successfultelevision script and reveal their own working methods. Topics include telling astory with pictures; creating a character; generating dialogue; collaboration androle playing; the rewrite process; adapting a novel; researching and developing amajor miniseries. 48 min.

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Writing For FilmFour top screen writers discuss the nuts and bolts of their craft. Topics includefinding a story, research techniques, character development, dialogue, the threeact script structure, plot and subplot, formula scripts, re-writes, the pitch, formulascript pitfalls, how to overcome writer’s block and more. 52 min.

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WHAT IS A SITCOM? F790DVD $59.95

THE SITCOM WRITER’S COMIC TOOLBOX F791DVD $59.95

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Creating an Effective Television StoryWhether producing audio-visual stories for news,documentary or corporate genres, the process includestargeting an idea, collecting the audio and visualingredients, understanding how to structure thoseingredients, writing a script to maximize audio-visualeffectiveness, and finally editing the story into afinished package. This program outlines effectivetechniques for simplifying each step in the process sothat even beginners can instantly understand thedifference between good and bad—and quickly turnthat understanding into quality storytelling. 20 min.

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The Sitcom Seminars Series-Writing TV ComedyThree of America’s most experienced sitcom writers and producers provide anin-depth course in the theory and practice of comedy writing, various aspects ofsituation comedy and provide valuable insights into the writing and productionprocess. Featuring producer/creator Norma Safford Vela (Roseanne, DesigningWomen) writer and lecturer John Vorhaus (The Wonder Years, Married With Children)and writer/producer Russ Woody (Murphy Brown, Slap Maxwell) as they explore everyaspect of the sitcom craft.

Broadcast Reporting: How Do You Feel?An enlightening view ideal for classes inreporting, producing and media ethics The media seem to be obsessed with broadcasting orprinting grief, and the question, “how do you feel” is onethat all reporters have to ask, but often hate to ask.Because they are the ones assigned to seek the reactionsof grieving friends and family members in stories relatedto victims of tragedy, reporters are often mocked andcriticized. This program turns the tables and asksreporters how THEY feel about having to ask “thequestion”. 20 min.

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Sitcom DVD Series Part 1: F1197DVD $169.85(What is a Sitcom, Comic Toolbox, Writers Craft)

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Media On Trial: Story Of The StorytellersFirst Place Broadcast Education Association DocumentaryCompetitionThis program documents media coverage of the Oklahoma City Bombing Trials.It analyzes many of the media practices that draw intense criticism, includingthe differences between tabloid and mainstream coverage; impacts of judicialcooperation; reporter objectivity; journalist emotions, sources and spin; victimand jury treatment; the media swarm; legal analysis; competitive pressures;organizational versus individual motivations for styles of coverage; print andbroadcast cooperation; coverage ground rules; technology impacts; public andgovernmental reactions to efforts to improve the media image and more. 56 min.

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A View From Behind The Viewfinder:A Day In The Life Of An ENG Camera PersonSpend a day with each of three photojournalists at KPNX Phoenix, from a morn-ing staff meeting to the rush to edit the day’s stories for broadcast. Experiencethe pressures of the photojournalist’s many roles and witness the teamworkthat’s vital to getting the story. These photojournalists must hustle while carry-ing 50 pounds of equipment, use their street smarts and communication skillsto conduct interviews and understand the reporter’s perspective enough to grabthe shots needed to tie the story together. 45 min.

F940DVD $149.00

TV Newsroom: News Gathering“Helps students understand more of the TV news process.”- Pat Hastings, University of Wisconsin.Follow the interlocking roles performed by the WHDH assignment editor,producers, news directors, reporters, writers and photographers as they shapedecisions on what stories to cover and how to cover them. See investigative,political and medical reporters, a sports producer and the meteorologist all pushfor time for their breaking stories as the executive producer balanes shiftingpriorities throughout the day. 12 min.

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Interview TechniquesPart I demonstrates techniques for conducting a successful TV news interview,from putting the subject at ease to getting all the coverage you need for the edit.The development of an actual interview is analyzed and the segment concludeswith the final edited version. A second section covers the somewhat differentapproach required for a current affairs interview. Here the emphasis is onadvance research and questions that probe for conflict between interviewees andthe record, their critics or their previous statements. Many of the interview tech-niques shown in this program will apply well to documentary, informational &promotional films. 25 min.

F781DVD $149.00

Techniques Of TV InterviewingRespected television journalist Mike Minehan highlights the ingredients of adynamic and successful television interview, using well chosen excerpts thatinclude examples of great technique, as well as, of the pitfalls that await theunwary interviewer. This program is full of role models and cautionary tales, agreat discussion starter.

One classic excerpt, in which Margaret Thatcher turns the tables on an ill-prepared journalist, is worth the price of admission all by itself! 20 min.

F740DVD $149.00

TV Newsroom: News Production“Excellent quality. Very Informative.” - Bob Conrad, OrangeCoast College.The director, technical director, floor manager and assistant director work underintense time pressure with tape editors, camera operators, audio mixers andengineers to bring in an evening newscast on time and to length.

Experience the creation of graphics, production of a live remote, the use of robotcameras and color keying on the set. Stories are added, changed and droppedduring the course of the newscast to meet shifting conditions. 10 min.

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Journalism, Broadcast & PrintWriting For The Screen • Playwright/Screenwriter/Script Writer/Editor/Story Editor/Executive Producer/Producer/Show Runner

Jessica Bendinger Writer of Bring it On, First Daughter, Aquamarine, writer-director of Stick It and suc-cessful script doctor is interviewed by writer Dana Fox (The Wedding Date) abouther career, about being a woman in Hollywood, her approach to writing and inparticular about creating believable characters. 90 min. F2610DVD $79.95

David McKenna Screenwriter, sold his spec script American History X to New Line Cinema at the ageof 26. He is interviewed by author and critic F.X. Feeney about his career andapproach to his work. 90 min. F2614DVD $79.95

Guillermo Arriaga Acclaimed Mexican novelist andAcademy Award nominatedscreenwriter (Amores Perros,21 Grams, The Three Burials ofMelquiades Estrada and Babel) isinterviewed about his career, histhoughts on creativity and hisapproach to writing by critic andwriter F.X. Feeney. 90 min.

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Paul Attanasio A writer equally at home in film (Quiz Show, Donnie Brasco, The Good German) andtelevision (Homicide: Life on the Street; Gideon’s Crossing; House MD) is interviewedabout his career and approach to writing by critic and writer F.X. Feeney. “The reallygood guys are just compulsive rewriters,” says Paul. 90 min. F2612DVD $79.95

Marco PennetteTelevision writer and creator ofCaroline in the City and Crumbs andexecutive producer of Ugly Bettyis interviewed by writer-producerChris Brancato (The X-Files,Boomtown, North Shore) about hiscareer, a life in television and hisapproach to writing. 90 min.

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The Writers Guild Foundation PresentsMaster Storytellers: Screenwriters OnScreenwritingFirst Light Video is proud to partner with The Writers GuildFoundation in the distribution of their outstanding series,Master Story tel lers: Screenwri ters On Screenwri t ing.Professional screen and television writers, as well as aspiringstudents, have the rare opportunity to learn from masterstorytellers as they intimately share their creative process,craft virtuosity, and passion for the written word in itsmarriage to the screen.Three outstanding series have been designed to showcase thewriting process from concept to fade-out, with a selection ofhighly acclaimed writers.

Spring StorytellersAn insider’s seat at the most creative of Q&A sessions withmaster storytellers across television and film.

David Milch Acclaimed writer-producer (HillStreet Blues, Brooklyn South, NYPDBlue, Deadwood, John fromCincinnati) is interviewed by LATimes television critic PaulBrownfield about his career andcreative process. 90 min.

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Lowell Ganz & Babaloo MandelThe writing team responsible for Parenthood, City Slickers, A League of their Own, FeverPitch, are interviewed about their career and writing process by writer Ed Solomon(Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure; Men in Black; Levity). 90 min. F2606DVD $79.95

An Evening with John WellsThe writer-producer of China Beach, ER, The West Wing is interviewed about hiscareer and writing process by Bradley Whitford, with tributes and comments fromcolleagues Martin Sheen, Eli Attie, Neal Baer, Carol Flint, Lydia Woodward andDavid Zabel. 90 min. F2607DVD $79.95

Writers on WritingAn international conversation among writers imbued withtheir anecdotes on first breaks, spec scripts, sustaining one’sart in the commerce of Hollywood and how they continue torefine their craft.

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Jimmy McGovernThe acclaimed U.K. writer of tele-vision series Cracker, The Lakesand The Street, and films Priestand Liam, is interviewed abouthis career and writing process bytelevision producer MerylMarshall-Daniels. 90 min.

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Joe EszterhasThe controversial and outspoken writer of box-office juggernauts such as BasicInstinct, Jagged Edge, Flashdance and the Academy nominated Music Box, is inter-viewed about his career, his creative process and his opinions on Hollywood bycritic and film writer Stephen Farber. 90 min. F2609DVD $79.95

Anatomy of a ScriptSix in-depth sessions focused on the writing and develop-ment process, and the writer’s role in production. Writers andwriter-directors provide “the insider’s primer” on development.

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Winnie Holzman & Robin SchiffWinnie Holzman & Robin Schiff discuss the writing and development of theacclaimed television series My So-Called Life and the film Romy and Michele’s HighSchool Reunion. 120 min. F2615DVD $79.95

Writer-Director: Don RoosWriter-director Don Roos discusses the writing, development process and makingof the original feature film Happy Endings. 120 min. F2616DVD $79.95

Writer-Producer: Marshall HerskovitzWriter-producer Marshall Herskovitz discusses the creation, writing and makingof the television series Once and Again, outlining its journey from half-baked ideato successful series. 120 min.

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Writer-Director:Audrey WellsWriter-director Audrey Wells dis-cusses the adaptation writingand making of the film Under theTuscan Sun from Frances Mayes’best-selling book. 120 min.

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Screenwriter: Susannah GrantScreenwriter Susannah Grant (Erin Brockovich) discusses the adaptation, devel-opment, writing and making of the film In Her Shoes from Jennifer Weiner’snovel. 120 min. F2619DVD $79.95

Screenwriter: Tom SchulmanAcademy Award Winning screenwriter Tom Schulman (Dead Poets Society) discuss-es the development, writing and making of the hugely successful comedy filmWhat About Bob? 120 min. F2620DVD $79.95

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Film, Television & VideoProducer/Director/Production Manager/Newsroom Manager/General Manager • Film School/Filmmaking

The Directors SeriesFor those students who are studying directing, the over 5 hour Director’s Seriesis the complete guide to directing a Hollywood caliber feature film.

Disc 1: Time and Again - Feature Film Disc 3: Production 2Disc 2: Production 1 Disc 4: Post-ProductionOver 5 hours. F1155DVD $299.00

The Producers Series For those would be Hollywood producers, The over 5 hour Producer’s Series isthe complete guide to producing and marketing their own “Blockbuster”.

Disc 1: Time and Again - Feature FilmDisc 2: Pre-Production 1 Disc 4: Post-ProductionDisc 3: Pre-Production 2 Disc 5: MarketingDisc 6: Producer’s Notebook - Contains all the paper structure you need to makea Hollywood caliber movie on a budget of next to nothing. Over 5 hours.

F1156DVD $299.00

The Studio Series - The CompleteFilm School in a Box – 7 Disc Set & Workbook Disc 1: Time and Again - Feature FilmDisc 2: Development & Pre-ProductionDisc 3: Production 1Disc 4: Production 2Disc 5: Post-ProductionDisc 6: MarketingDisc 7: Producer’s Notebook:Contains actual shooting scriptwith notes from director Jason J.Tomaric himself and all thepaperwork generated during themaking of Time and Again. Blanktemplates you can use for yourown projects! Contains all the paper structure you need to make a Hollywoodcaliber movie on a budget of next to nothing.

As a SPECIAL BONUS, you will also receive the complete rough footage from oneof the scenes from Time and Again that you can load into your computer to prac-tice editing! Work off the actual camera logs generated on set and edit away!

Disc 8: CD-ROM Filmmaker’s WorkbookOver 6 hours F1157DVD $499.00

For teaching aspiring producers, directors, editors, cinematographers, writers oractors, as well as all the other crafts that go into making and marketing a featurefilm, this multipart DVD and CDROM program illustrates in detail how to create,deliver and bring a low budget film to market. Covering the filmmaking processfrom Development to Marketing, the programs are designed to guide youthrough each step of the process, not by Hollywood tycoons, but by real inde-pendent filmmakers who started with an idea and not much else!

Not only will you hear from the cast and crew themselves, who made an awardwinning Hollywood caliber movie (Time And Again) for under $5,000 from start tofinish, but listen as an EQUIPMENT RENTAL HOUSE manager tells you HOW TOGET FREE GEAR, or learn secrets to working with a Talent Agency to get REALACTORS inexpensively - even free! Learn how to get permits to shut downstreets, find make-up artists and even how to work with an audio recording stu-dio to mix the soundtrack. Features award-winning director - Jason J. Tomaric.

Purchase the complete Studio version, a special Directors only version, orthe Producers version.

N Getting Started in TinseltownA fascinating compilation of some of Hollywood’s most acclaimed directors,based on extensive interviews with the subjects and the stars who have workedwith them. This program looks at how each director got started in the business &asks the question – “just what is a director and what do they do?” 84 min.

F1185DVD $79.95

Successful Teamwork In FilmmakingThis program looks at the art of writing a movie or choosing a script, the care andfeeding of actors, how to work successfully with each actor, why your cinematog-rapher is your best friend and a look ahead to the future of the industry. 47 min.

F1186DVD $79.95

Making It In Hollywood – The Directors SeriesHonoring Hollywood’s Finest Directors & Cinema’s FinestFilmmakers, Discussing all Aspects of Their Careers & the Artof FilmmakingA must-have for film students!This innovative series goes behind the scenes of different movies & talks witheach director about their careers behind the camera. It provides masterfulinsights on the craft of directing & is a fabulous source of insight, anecdotes &industry secrets for students of film. Discover directors’ earliest reactions toscripts for films that became classics; how legendary scenes were staged & shot& directors’ unique approaches to their art. Each program features an interviewwith the director, selected guests, film clips & stills.

SAVE $20 3 DVD Set: FDIRECTSET $219.85

Directors Featured in the SeriesROBERT ALTMAN – ROBERT BENTON – TIM BURTON – JAMES CAMERONCHRIS COLUMBUS – WES CRAVEN – CAMERON CROWE – FRANK DARABONT JONATHON DEMME – RICHARD DONNER – CLINT EASTWOODNORA EPHRON – WILLIAM FRIEDKIN – TERRY GILLIAM – RON HOWARDLAWREN" KASDAN – SPIKE LEE – BARRY LEVINSON – GEORGE LUCASDAVID LYNCH – ADRIAN LYNE – GARRY MARSHALL – PENNY MARSHALLSYDNEY POLLACK – ROB REINER – MARTIN SCORSESE – RIDLEY SCOTTTONY SCOTT – BRYAN SINGER – STEVEN SPIELBERG – OLIVER STONEROBERT ZEMECKIS – DAVID ZUCKER

Hollywood’s Best DirectorsChoose Their Best MoviesIn their own words, each Director selects one of their most compelling films andreveals intimate details about their most influential work while reviewing specificclips from each film. It includes how famous scenes were staged and shot, howcharacters were cast and how the directors first reacted to the scripts that becamefilm classics. 89 min.

F1187DVD $79.95

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Film, Television & VideoTelevision Academy Career Series • Careers in Television/Production Manager/Video Editor

Academy of Television Arts & SciencesFoundation Presents Journeys Below the LineGo deep inside the television industry where few have beenprivileged to visit. Incorporating exciting on-set productionfootage and insightful interviews with cast and crew, thesepowerful presentations will both enlighten and educateaudiences around the country.

LOST - The Cinematography TeamJourneys Below The Line traveled to Hawaii and the set ofLOST to produce an up close look at the entire team oftalented people responsible for the Primetime Emmy®

nominated look of the hit ABC series. Introduced byJorge Garcia (Hurley), cinematographers MichaelBonvillian and John Bartley explain the advantages ofshooting alternate episodes which affords each of themprep time with the director and input on location choic-es and scheduling. Go along on a location Tech Scoutand sit in on the Production meeting, then see thescenes being shot. LOST shoots with two cameras andthere are interviews with the Camera Operators, the First Assistants (focuspullers) and the Second Assistants (clappers) explaining the responsibilitiesof their jobs and how they fulfill them. Meet Walrus the film loader as hedemonstrates what it takes to load and unload magazines in the dark room on thecamera truck. Jim Grce describes his job as Gaffer, and Chuck Smallwood answersthe question "what's a grip?" Dolly Grip Casey Alicino explains how he works withthe operator and the focus puller, and how he hits his marks with the camera onthe end of a crane. Cast members Evangeline Lilly, Josh Holloway, Terry O'Quinn,Jorge Garcia and Adewale Akinnouye-Agabaje express their admiration andrespect for the work done by The Cinematography Team. Includes Bonus Materialand a CD-ROM for Students and Faculty. 30 min. F1194DVD $79.00

24 - The Editing ProcessAurora Award-Winning, Platinum Best ofShow - Art/Culture Instruction24 - The Editing Process - goes behind the scenes withthe editors of the FOX Television hit, 24 and empha-sizes the jobs contributing to the distinctiveeditorial look and style of the series. Follow the shoot-ing of a 24 scene in a metro station, focusing on thescript supervisor, Anne Melville, and the notes shemakes that help the editor. Then follow these notes tothe editor’s room where Scott Powell uses them tobuild the scene. As Scott works on this scene andothers he discusses the various aspects of his job and how he approachesediting so that his work follows 24’s overall style. Director Jon Cassar sits withScott and gives his input to the work in progress. Throughout the program manyothers who work on 24 discuss their involvement with and appreciation of the edi-torial process. Lead actor Kiefer Sutherland introduces the show and tells how avisit to the editing room helped him improve his acting. Other actors, includingElisha Cuthbert, Carlos Bernard, Reiko Aylesworth, and Penny Johnson-Jerald,comment on their perceptions of the importance of editing and script supervi-sion. Includes Bonus Material and a CD-ROM for Students and Faculty. 30 min.

F1152DVD $79.00

ER - The PropMastersAurora Award-Winning, Platinum Best ofShow - Art/Culture InstructionER - The PropMasters - goes behind-the-scenes of themulti-Emmy®-winning show and NBC Television hit, ERto show the technically demanding job of propmasters Rick Kerns and Rick Ladomade and their crew.See a stunt scene of the collapse of a third floor balconyloaded with party goers and learn how a plastic BBQ andrubber beer cans made it safer for the stunt people. In ascene involving the birth of a baby, see the crew, dressedin scrubs, position and operate an animatronic babywhile the scene is actually being filmed. Witness the construction and evolution ofthe prosthetic for the “pregnant” mother. Also learn how the prop people handleordinary medical props such as name tags and stethoscopes and everyday itemssuch as cell phones and pizzas. Executive producer and director John Wells talksof the early days of ER and the challenges involved with building a completeemergency room’s worth of props. Cast members, the production designer, andheads of special effects and stunts emphasize the teamwork necessary to producethe fast-paced gritty reality of ER. Includes Bonus Material and a CD-ROM forStudents and Faculty. 30 min. F1172DVD $79.00

The Video Toolbox: How To Make A Video ProgramThe indispensable A to Z of video production.“This excellent program offers full coverage of professionalvideo production - a monumental accomplishment.” - BooklistA fast moving, imaginative and humorous introduction to the video productionprocess. Two detailed, fictionalized case studies are followed from conception tocompletion and interwoven with explanatory graphics, animation, practicaladvice and technical tips. This 90-minute program is divided into eight seg-ments, each of which could be used as the basis for a class. Practical follow-upactivities are also suggested at the end of each major segment. 90 min.

8 Major Sections Include:• The Concept • The Director's Role • The Story• Screen Language • Writing • The Shoot • Editing •Budget • Schedule

Program Highlights20 minutes of rushes are included to allow you to edityour own version of the example scene from the “roadmovie.” You can edit from the point of view of any of thethree major characters and for edit choices to dramati-cally affect the meaning and mood of the scene.

F801DVD $179.00

How To Make Your Own Great VideosWith Just A CamcorderAwards Portfolio Winner - Media &Methods Magazine“This outstanding tape should be in anyschool library or classroom where thebasics of video production are taught.”- The Book Report

With the right guidance, the video camcorder can be apowerful learning tool, encouraging teamwork, creativi-ty and discipline. Award-winning instructor StuMcGowan leads viewers through all the steps necessary to make great videos.Viewers are taught the basic steps of organizing, producing and shooting a shortvideo program using a camcorder. This instructional program is perfect forintroducing classroom video projects where scenes of a student workshop areshown and where students are observed planning and videotaping a shortprogram. 25 min. F985DVD $119.00

Screening “Middlemarch”: A Study In TV ProductionThis lavish and comprehensive package from the BBC provides a unique oppor-tunity to look at a production from every angle (the 1994 BBC/WGBH adaptationof George Eliot’s Middlemarch). The writer, director, production designer, DP andother members of the team lead students through every step of the process, fromconceptualization and production to packaging and distribution.

The program includes detailed analysis of five completescenes from the Masterpiece Theatre Series, using eachscene to explore a whole set of issues, from conceptu-alization to packaging. 90 min.

F909DVD $179.00

Creating Digital Movies Ideal for Students, Teachers, Professionalsand For Classroom StudyThis documentary goes behind the scenes to show themaking of a low budget digital video short, “Wrestlerand the Babe.” Designed as an educational experiment,follow filmmaker Nick Kypros, cinematographer Addi Thorisson and a studentcrew as they discover the challenges of shooting video, film style. Comescomplete with Study Guide. 60 min. F1102DVD $149.00

Make Your Own Instructional Video Productions“Students listen to my shop clean-up instructions more whenthey see me on the screen than they do when I say it live!”- Ron Smith, UC Santa Barbara Help avoid endless repetition by making your own successful “do-it-yourself”videos for theatre (and all kinds of) instruction. This program includes numeroususeful examples of “how-to” footage used in: student recruiting, inventory docu-mentation, talking head reports, facility tours, CLEAN-UP procedures, importantsafety guidelines and many more. 45 min. F1109DVD $119.00

SAVE $58 3 JOURNEYS DVD SET: FJOUR3SET $179.00

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The Virtual Bolex™ 2.0 16mm Camera TutorialAn Interactive Guide For Beginning Film Students & ForThose New To The BolexProduced By Robert F. Arnold, Associate Professor Of Film,Boston University.The Virtual Bolex is an interactive tutorial & reference guide for the 16mm Bolexreflex movie camera, commonly used in beginning filmmaking classes at manyuniversities. The tutorial is designed to permit students to get virtual hands-onpractice with the camera and camera anatomy, to become familiar with the filmloading procedure, controls for setting frame-rate, exposure, lenses & filters,focus, before and in-between the limited time they may have access to thecamera for actual shooting. The reference materialsupplements the limited Bolex camera manual.Additional information includes using the VariableShutter to control exposure, in-camera special effects,prime and zoom lenses, filters for color and black andwhite film and more. According to Sam Kauffmann, filmprofessor at Boston University and author of the mostpopular book on Avid editing, “The Virtual Bolex is likehaving the camera and the instructor right there in front of you.”For Mac, OSX and Windows.

F1105CDROM $69.95

Double Exposure - The Voice Of The CameraFor Film Studies & Film StudentsThis program explores how films work technically andartistically and provides insight into the Hollywood cam-era and crew system. It teaches students to develop animage from initial inspiration into a coherent and well-reasoned scene, to build camera skills and to enhancetheir ability to think, speak and write critically in anincreasingly visual and technological culture. It providessignificant role training and illustrates the collaborativecraft of film and media pre-production, production, postproduction and distribution using pioneers, contempo-rary technicians and screen artists. Comes complete with detailed work book. 25 min.

Features of the Program• The Steadicam • The Responsibilities of a Director of Photography• Camera Framing • A Brief History of Panavision • Camera Movement • Drawingthe Audience into the Film • Crossing the Line.

F1108DVD $44.95

Film, Television & VideoCamera Operator/Production Manager/Director/Director of Photography/Film & Videomaker • Camera

Beginning Film & Video Making: Camera & LensesValuable both for classroom instruction &at campus libraries so students canreview the material on their ownThis program focuses on cameras and lenses, aimedtoward the beginning film and videomaker. Featuring a“film crew” shooting at a miniature golf course and a gocart track, this program teaches students each step &concept of the filmmaking process in a visual manner.Samples such as how the dolly shot and zoom shot areexecuted and how they look on camera are valuablematerials for student learning.

Comes complete with study guide.

Program Contents• The film camera gate: claw, aperture, aperture plate, pressure plate • The filmtransport mechanism • Methods of setting focus: zooming & physically measur-ing the distance • Focussing the diopter • Prime lenses & zoom lenses • Focallength (wide, normal, telephoto) • Depth of field • Camera/subject distanceinfluence on depth of field • Perspective • Choice of focal length/camera tosubject distance • Space • Techniques of zooming & dollying • Techniques ofcrane, booming & tilting • Techniques of panning & tracking • Aperture & irisopening • F/stops. 14 min.

F1142DVD $99.00

Shooting The Talking HeadFor TV field production, broadcast news & studio production coursesWhether shooting for video or film, the so-called talking head is one of the mostcommon subjects in the viewfinder and subsequently, on-screen. This programcovers the essentials of composition, lighting, perspective and sound forrecording interviews and making subjects come alive on camera. A great primerfor creators of news, documentary, institutional and dramatic programs. 15 min.

F1146DVD $149.00

The 16mm CameraIn Part I of this program cinematographer Bill Constabledemonstrates all the major systems and operations ofthe 16mm camera. In Part II, Constable examines twelvemajor camera systems, providing a virtual out-of-the-box manual and an evaluation of the advantages anddisadvantages of each system. For classroom use, theprogram is divided into 27 segments. 195 min.

F719DVD $299.00

Multicamera Direction PlanningIn this program, we sit in on the planning and production of a multicamera videoshoot. Steps along the way include the first read through, the design meeting,setup of the rehearsal space, rehearsals, planning of camera coverage, final cam-era scripting, the production meeting, the technical run-through and the shootday. We follow the roles played by the director and assistant director, productiondesigner, lighting director and the technical director. At the end of the program,we see the finished dramatic scene. 30 min.

F704DVD $149.00

Camera OperationWinner: 2003 Videographer Award of DistinctionThis introductory-level program focuses on camera components, white balance,zoom, focus, depth-of-field along with the dos & don’ts of basic camera operation.28 min.

F1128DVD $99.95

Composing Images for Video, Film & PhotographyRecommended for f ield & studio product ion as well asphotography classesEvery location features an infinite number of potential images and knowing howto see and frame these images defines the quality of a visual product. Enter anew visual environment, interpret the important visual components, break thesecomponents into their individual pieces and then record the images in a way thatbest communicates a visual story. 15 min. F1145DVD $149.00

Chroma Key TechniquesThese days anyone with two video cameras & a switchercan add chroma key techniques to their repertoire,opening up limitless possibilities. This fascinating pro-gram shows a wide range of chroma key techniques.Each example is broken down into its component partsso that you can see exactly how it was achieved.Features a dramatic sequence including interiors,exteriors and the transitions between them, constructedentirely from chroma keyed foregrounds and back-grounds. Techniques shown include such refinementsas the casting of shadows and reflections onto chromakeyed sets. 30 min. F743DVD $149.00

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Film, Television & VideoEditing Techniques • Video Editor/Screen Editor/Production Manager

Crisis On CampusCrisis On Campus is an exciting editing exercise from theproducers of “The Hold Up.” It is specifically designed forbroadcast journalism students, but will be useful for allstudents of editing technique.

This realistic simulation of a major breaking newsstory is played out by the students, faculty and staffof the University Of New Orleans, SWAT Team andprofessional crews from two local TV stations. Thecore of “Crisis On Campus” is 40 minutes of rushes,which students can use to edit their own version ofthe story. The footage includes complete coverageby the two news teams, aerial footage from thehelicopter and “shaky-cam” coverage from thehome video camera. Interviews include theUniversity Chancellor, the Director of CampusPolice, the SWAT Team coordinator and Public

Information Officer, friends and relatives of the perpetrator and the hostages andstudents caught in the crossfire. Voice-over and stand-ups by reporter NoelOsigian are also provided. To make the exercise most meaningful and realistic, itis recommended that each student editing Crises On Campus create and record hisor her own story and stand-ups. Editing possibilities are virtually limitless and willdepend heavily and realistically on the “time slot” allotted to the story by theinstructor.

The Crises On Campus package also includes a 12-minute introductory videohosted by former ABC foreign correspondent and anchor Richard Anderson,that presents the basic situation and uses the Crises On Campus material todemonstrate the best use of video coverage, sound bites, reaction shots,stand-ups and natural sound. 40 min.

F916DVD $159.00

Features of the ProgramPresents two ways the rushes could be edited:

• As a breaking story for the six o’clock news, featuring live coverage from thescene.

• As a wrap-up on the eleven o’clock news after the crises has been resolved.

Adobe Premiere 5.1 Video Editing Made EasyJam packed with valuable information, this video is the way to get a head start inthe field of non-linear editing. If you’re a current Premiere user, this video will bean invaluable asset to keep you fresh or to train others.

Covers: System connections & set up, editing in the construction window, editingtransitions & special effects, editing titles & graphics, slow and fast motion, usingfilters, editing audio, outputting to videotape and motion graphics. 150 min.

VHS: F996 $69.95Adobe Learning Premiere 6.5 Tutorial CDLearn Premiere 6.5 & DVD Authoring with DVDit!The following tutorials will help students master ADOBE Premiere 6.5 and teachyou how to make DVD’s from your edited productions. Includes nine comprehen-sive, easy-to-follow lessons on one CD-ROM and all the video clips, audio clipsand images you’ll need to master the tutorials.

F1310CD $99.95

Editing with Final Cut ProWinner of an International TellyAward. Designed as part of an intro-ductory series on the technical andaesthetic aspects of video productionand post-production, these programshave been classroom tested!Geared toward the novice editor, this programintroduces editing practices using Apple’s FinalCut Pro editing software. Learn the basics of edit-

ing from logging and capturing your footage, to printing to tape and everythingelse in between. Filled with shortcuts and tips, this program follows a post pro-duction project from beginning to end. 45 min.

F1173DVD $99.95

Basics of EditingU.S. International Film and Video Festival Creative ExcellenceAward WinnerAn introduction to basic linear editing concepts for students. This video providesa general understanding of how to create a story, avoid jump cuts and edit like apro. 28 min.

F1132DVD $99.95

Digital Video Production“Everything you need to know about making a “digital”movie. Over 6 hours of technical tips and tricks, explained assimply as you’re gonna get it.” - Lorenzo Semple Jr., ScreenwriterThis collection will not only get you started with PremierePro, it’ll get you finished!This Windows-based tutorial features Adobe’s “Premiere Pro” editing softwareand over 6 hours of instruction on 3 DVD’s. Whether you want to produce anddirect your own Movies, make Music Videos, Commercials, or any VideoProduction, this “How-To” will guide you through the entire process. The setincludes five hours of Editing with Premiere Pro, 45-minutes with theMini-DV Camcorders, along with additional segments on Lighting, Directing, andmore. The tutorials are now updated with “Premiere Pro 2” Software. 6 Hours.

3 DVD Set: F1175DVD $149.00

Location Sound For Video with Wes Cavalier For Students in the Field of Location Sound

This program teaches the basic techniques used formixing and recording quality location sound for today’sdigital video cameras - 8mm, Mini DV and DVcam.Learn the techniques and equipment you will use toget quality sound for your video production. 30 min.

Program Contents• Using handheld dynamic mics • Using shotgun mics& boom poles • Lavalier & Wireless Mics • Audio Mixer& Mixing Multiple mics • Troubleshooting handheld mics• Troubleshooting Shotgun mics • TroubleshootingLavalier & wireless mics • Troubleshooting Audio Mixer &Multiple Mic Mixing F1158DVD $49.00

Introduction To Floor ManagingCertificate of Special Recognition for Educational TelevisionThis program dramatizes the duties of the floor manager in a multicamera studiointerview including such topics as, the role of the floor manager in establishingmood on the set, cueing and time signals plus communication with the director.The second half of the program demonstrates the floor manager’s duties in asimple dramatic situation through several rehearsals to the final take. 25 min.

F705DVD $149.00

Location Sound RecordingVeteran recordist Bill Linton uses animation and demonstrations to illustratethe various microphone types and pickup patterns.

Included are examples of microphone selection and operating techniques fordozens of location situations, from press conferences to strolling interviews;from parties to phone booths; from noisy streets to pastoral settings.

The special problems of lavaliere and radio microphones are covered in separatesections. 37 min. F708DVD $149.00

AD: Organizing The FilmsetWith a low budget and tight schedule plus setbacks and disasters ranging from

the arrest of the caterer on day one of production tosudden schedule changes, actor illnesses and almostconstant rain, this is the role of the AD in real-worldproduction. 50 min.

F324DVD $149.95

How To Use A C-StandThe “century stand” is probably the single most usefulaccessory on the set. In just six minutes this entertain-ing program demonstrates over one hundred tips forthe safe and efficient use of this versatile tool. 6 min.

F634DVD $49.95

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Film, Television & VideoStage Lighting/Cinematographer • Lighting Techniques

Lighting Technology For Theatrical LightingInteractively explore the world of theatrical lighting technology in this CD thatteaches all about the basics and more! Learn at your own pace about the physicsof light, how electricity works, how different lighting instruments are used tomanipulate light, how to safely use electricity and even how to troubleshootproblems in your lighting system. F1103CDROM $89.95

Introduction To TV LightingLighting director Bob Forster demonstrates 3-dimensional lighting for one ormore people on a set. Split screens and graphics show changes to the lightingsetup and the effect on a close up. Learn how to create both day and eveninglighting effects for an interior and color correction alternatives for scenes com-bining interior and exterior lighting. 20 min.

F757DVD $149.00

Feature Film LightingRussell Boyd, director of photography on such films as Picnic at Hanging Rock,Tender Mercies andWhite Men Can’t Jump, discusses the lighting of scenes from hiswork in technical terms, including such specific problems as rain scenes and theuse of nets in interiors and exteriors. Examples range from his near-documentarywork on Philip Noyce’s Backroads to the elaborate musical numbers of GillianArmstrong’s Starstruck. 56 min.

F718DVD $149.00

Conducting Light On A ShoestringIdeal for College & High School design/production classes aswell as introduction and appreciation coursesThis program illustrates the creative processes of ‘con-ducting light’ to the stage within the confines of limitedspace and budget. It follows professional lighting design-er David Lee Cuthbert through his design process frominitial ideas to the final production at the award winningSledgehammer Theatre in San Diego. 33 min.

VHS: F1112 $119.95 F1112DVD $139.95

Shedding Some Light: Basic Stage LightingTeach basic stage lighting without hauling tons of gearinto the classroom. Host Michael Lamirand, TheatreDirector at Ball State University, examines commontypes of lighting units, reviews light boards and acces-sories, provides basic principles of electricity andshows how to lay out and read a light plot. Tricks andtechniques are divulged which are used to achieveextremely difficult effects while maximizing the numberof takes each day. 95 min.

VHS: F645 $119.00 F645DVD $149.00

Conducting LightPresented by David Cuthbert this program takes thehassle out of demonstrating the “how to's” of stagelighting. Subjects covered include basic stage lightingequipment, cabling, hanging and focusing procedures, lighting accessories,essential maintenance, color media, color temperature area lighting and safety.Ideal for college level, secondary/middle school students. Topics coveredinclude: studio practice, lighting design, color temperature, lighting meteringand use of practical lamps. 30 min.

F982DVD $149.00

Basic Field Production: Sound RecordingThis program follows the sound recordist step-by-step through advance planning,evaluating the location, choosing the right equipment for the session, mixingstrategies, test recording and session procedure. 32 min.

F777DVD $159.00

Basic Field Production: LightingThis program follows the cinematographer through an interview shoot as hedemonstrates a variety of options for creating a distinctive look with limitedequipment. This is lighting you can do from the back of a van. 24 min.

F778DVD $159.00

Basics in Lighting: Part IThis program was created for students in introductory and intermediate videocourses and focuses on the properties of light and how to avoid potential light-ing problems. 19 min.

F1131DVD $99.95

Basics in Lighting: Part IIWinner: Communicator Award of Distinction Created for students in introductory and intermedi-ate video courses, this program focuses on buildingon the information from Lighting I including light-ing instruments and technique. 17 min.

F1133DVD $99.95

Basic Field Production Series“Entertaining and very informative.”- Fran Stoddard, Champlain CollegeThese programs follow a small crew through a location inter-view shoot, as they plan their strategy and solve dozens oftypical field production problems. Clear dramatizations, humorand 3D animation make each point vivid and memorable.

SAVE $50 2 DVD Set: F806DVD $268.00

Understanding Lighting for Video, Film and PhotographyIdeal for video field production, film and photography coursesThis fast-paced program covers the importance of light for quality images in anymedium. Includes dozens of creative tips for using natural light, existing interiorlight, standard lighting fixtures and professional lighting equipment. Also coversthe use of gels, reflectors, filters, and other tools to create interesting images andprograms. 20 min.

F1147DVD $149.00

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Film, Television & VideoPost-Editing Techniques • Editor/Foley Artist

Editing is a powerful art form that can make orbreak a good video or film. Teaching video edit-ing effectively requires access to raw footage,audio, actors, and a well-crafted script. Thisunique program and educational resource, pro-vides the tools to teach the concepts, theoriesand practices that have become the visual lan-guage of our current media form. With over two

hours of raw footage, multiple subplots, multiple characters, music, soundeffects, graphics and compositing elements this program provides numerousways for students to reconstruct the film and edit the program.

The Premise: Smithee's Lecture is a 25 minute short video featuring five stu-dents in a mad rush to attend a lecture given by famous Hollywood director, AlanSmithee. The story-line has multiple characters and subplots giving students anopportunity to edit their own version of the story, while learning the variousstyles and methods of storytelling an editor has at their disposal. There are anumber of subjects featured including split editing, logging, compositing, mediamanagement, sound mixing and a number of performance-based decision mak-ing. The program also teaches parallel editing, montage editing and continuityediting so students can practice these editing styles. One scene is fully slated toteach synching audio.

The original shooting script and the producers finished version are also includedso professors can demonstrate how the program can be cut together and thedifferent approaches an editor might take.

PROGRAM CONTENTS DISC SETOne DVD of the completed show and three DVDs of the original Elements- video clips, graphics, sound effects and music that are to be used for editing.

Disc 1 & 2: Contain the video clips. Disc 3: Contains all sound & graphic ele-ments. Disc 4: Main program of the completed show.(Not available for preview) F1115DVD $299.99

Smithee's Lecture:A Digital Editing Exercise For Film & VideoA Dynamic Educational Resource Designed For Use In TheClassroom Where Video Editing Is TaughtTelly Award Winning by Filmmaker, David Liban

The Hold-Up – An Editing Exercise – with Roger EbertFor Computer Based Editing Systems One of the most widely used training film for editing students.“A classic profile of how to use camera angles, sound andeffects to create effective tension-filled drama.”-Professor Robert Johnson, Jr., Framingham State College“I am very pleased. Exactly what I needed for the course.”-Warren Carter, TV Production, Golden West CollegeNationally syndicated film critic Roger Ebert takes students from rushes to thefinal cut of a dramatic bank robbery scene. Mr. Ebert’scommentary provides insights into basic editing tech-niques such as matching action, parallel editing andcontinuity, as well as, the effects of camera angles,point of view and reaction shots. The film concludeswith two edited versions, illustrating the widely differ-ent approaches an editor might take in assembling thesequence. Unedited, slated rushes are available,providing students with an opportunity to edit theirown version of the scene. The sequence is designed sothat it can be edited as a silent film or with single ordouble system sound.

The DVD version of The Hold-Up includes the instruc-tional film (with the Roger Ebert commentary). Rushes DVD includes video clipswith sound. The files are formated for both Macintosh (“.mov”) & Windows(“.avi”) standard file formats. There are no Ebert comments, just the raw footage.20 min.

F623DVD $149.00

F623DVD Rushes - 2 DVD: 1-MOV (MAC) & 1-AVI (PC) $149.00

F623J CDROM: 480x360 (No Audio) “mov” & “avi” $119.00

F623KCDROM: 320x240 (Non-Syn"d Audio) “aif” & “wav” $149.00

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Non-Linear Editing Using The Avid®One of the best training videos of its kind!Each step of non-linear editing using an AVID® isexamined in this comprehensive training package.Instructor and experienced editor Jason Ballantinetakes viewers through basic Macintosh® concepts,AVID® system and file management, basic andadvanced editing techniques, menus, project set up,logging, digitizing, syncing, trim mode functions,audio tracks, picture and audio dissolves, EDLoutput, video mastering and file backup.

Invaluable for both film or video based projects this program takes you through eachstep with recaps, handy hints and informative graphics in a clear and direct manner,making this program one of the best training videos of its kind. 60 min.

F968DVD $179.00

Editing Techniques: Reducing TimeLearn the various ways in which an editor can manipulate time by using cut-ins,cut-aways, parallel action & other useful time-reducing techniques. Film makingalmost always involves the compression of time. Discover the pros and cons ofbasic time reduction techniques including camera movement, jump cuts, exits,entrances, cut-aways, parallel action and visual effects. Complete rushes for thesequence are provided so that students can create their own edited version.10 min.

F779DVD $149.00

An Editing ExerciseHands on editing experienceIncludes all the shots from a sequence of a TV historical drama.

The scene lends itself to a variety of dramatic approaches and contains specialproblems to be solved as well as opportunities for split edits anddouble track editing. The director’s edited version is included at the end of theprogram. An ideal introduction to the practical and creative aspects of film &

video editing. The package includes a shot list andmarked script.15 min.

F721DVD $149.00

Creative Editing Techniques for Non-Linear EditingIdeal for video editing and field production coursesNon-linear editing software has opened the door to a seemingly-infinite numberof creative possibilities. The software can do almost anything you ask it to do, butyou may not always have the time to come up with ideas to make a programstand out. This program demonstrates dozens of easy to imitate techniques thatwill work with any non-linear program, including techniques to maximize layer-ing, motion, text, effects, razor tools and more. 15 min.

F1151DVD $149.00

Off-Line Editing: An IntroductionThis program covers the mechanics and strategies ofthe off-line edit session, from raw footage to the finalcut. Topics include linear and non-linear editing, con-trol track and time code, blacking, window dubbing,logging, assembly and insert editing, straight cuts, splitedits and multi-generation editing technique. 38 min.

F780DVD $149.95

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Video Principles & Practices: Editing AestheticsRecommended!Winner of a VideographerAward of Distinction and anInternational Telly Award Designed as part of an introductory series on the techni-cal and aesthetic aspects of video production andpost-production, this program has been classroomtested! Geared toward the novice editor, this programfocuses on the�invisible art of editing. Students willlearn the do’s and don’ts of effective continuity editing,how to identify and avoid jump cuts, how to maintainmotion continuity, and the effective use of transitions.16 min.

F2652DVD $99.95

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The Basics Of Multimedia“Timely and relevant.”- Dr. Lionel S. Duncan, Morgan StateUniversityMultimedia brings together graphics, animation, audio, video and text tocreate a new kind of experience. The resuIts turn passive viewers into involvedparticipants, opening up new possibilities for education, art and entertainment.

This entertaining program examines the basic ingredients of multimedia, includinghardware, software, scripting, interactivity and even robotics. Included areinterviews with industry experts and examples of widely varied multimediapresentations from interactive databases and living books to virtual realityexperiences. 20 min.

F658DVD $149.00

Basic Blue Screen &Green Screen Photography PlusVisual Effects Learning Series

Learn the art and science of Blue Screen and GreenScreen photography from special effects veteran andAcademy Award Winner Peter Kuran. Whether youwant to shoot your own Blue and Green Screen tocomposite or just familiarize yourself with the termsand techniques, this informative tutorial takes youbehind the scenes to learn.

PLUS version includes:30 minute program with compositing highlights

Broadcast resolution QuickTime movies (720x486)

HD resolution QuickTime movies (1920x1080, 24p)

PDFs include: Manual, Glossary, Resource Guide.

30 min.

F1193DVD $99.00

Design Effective Desktop Video GraphicsGraphics created on your computer can look terrific or terrible when transferred tovideo. Designing Effective Desktop Video Graphics explores the use of text, line, color,backgrounds and graphic design for effective communication of your message.Special emphasis is placed on designing graphics that will withstand thelimitations of the video signal, including resolution, contrast tolerance,color tolerance and the potential for flicker and interference patterns.

Considerations for readable text include density, size, style, edge treatment andanti-aliasing. The visual portion of this fast-paced program is made up almostentirely of graphics designed to demonstrate the points being made. 14 min.

F322DVD $99.00

Film, Television & VideoOff-Line & On-Line Editor/Sound Mixer/Sound Designer/Script Supervisor/Visual Effects Designer • Post-Production

Video Post Production“A good overview of off- line editing,on-line editing and sound mixing... highly recommended.”- Video Librarian MagazineThis program presents an entertaining overview of video post-productionbasics. Topics include pre-production planning, the efficient use of time codeand user bits, structuring the off-line edit to make the on-line edit fast andeconomical, digital effects, audio sweetening, digital audio and mixed formatfilm/tape procedures. This state-of-the-art presentation serves as its ownexample, making elaborate use of digital effects and graphics. A clear introduc-tion to the sometimes bewildering world of video post which is as useful tocommunications specialists as it is to students. 28 min.

F714DVD $159.00

The New Age Of Digital Video CompressionFrom CD-Roms and desktop video-conferencing to satellite TV and the internet,digital video compression is revolutionizing the way and how information ishandled.

In Part I author and industry consultant Mark Long provides an overview andbrief history of digital compression, defines basic concepts, examines thedifferences between the analog and digital worlds and explores the wide rangeof compression applications.

In Part II, Long uses simple language, analogies and detailed animated graphicsto guide us through the bewildering terminology and methodology of digital com-pression, with emphasis on MPEG, to emerging compression standard. 71 min.

F928DVD $149.00

Post Synchronization: The Editor’s RoleThis program shows the shooting of a period scene on a noisy location. Followthree possible dialogue replacement procedures including the original methodin which the film and guide track are cut into short loops, the “rock and roll”procedure using synchronous rollback, and the modern Automatic DialogueReplacement or ADR method.

For each procedure we see exactly how guide tracks are prepared, how therecording session is executed, and finally how the new tracks are integrated withsound effects and music to create a polished final track. 28 min.

F765DVD $49.95

Music For FilmBritish composer Ron Goodwin demonstrates film music production procedureswith an emphasis on timing and synchronization. He shows how timings for ascene are taken by a music editor and then transformed onto a score by the com-poser. He demonstrates the use of click tracks and discusses their pros and cons.

Goodwin illustrates his presentation with excerpts from his scores for The Trapand Where Eagles Dare and shows how a basic theme can be developed and usedin a wide range of ways throughout a film. 55 min.

F762DVD $149.95

The Film ScoreRenowned American film composer Miles Goodman (La Bamba, Little Shop OfHorrors) works with an engineer and symphony orchestra to record the score of afeature film. The director, composer, composer’s assistant and engineer all givetheir perspective as the creative work proceeds. 24 min.

F759DVD $59.95

The Role of the Assistant EditorAll the basic procedures of the film editing room are covered including logging& edge numbers, syncing dailies, shot breakdown and preparation of a cut workprint. 45 min.

F720DVD $59.95

The Role of the Script SupervisorA detailed examination of the duties of the script supervisor and thecomplex issues of continuity. 28 min.

F717DVD $59.95

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CinematographyLighting & Camera • Cinematographer/Stagecraft Designer/Filmmaker/Assistant Director/Cameraman/DP

Location Lighting With Geoff BurtonLocation lighting, utilizing the equipment one truck can carry, is the mostcommon task a youngcinematographer will face.Geoff Burton (The Year MyVoice Broke, Flirting, WideSargasso Sea) condenses hismany years of locationlighting experience in thishighly practical and usefulworkshop. Geoff’s approachemphasizes maximum useof natural lighting resources(daylight and practicals) andimitating these sources withthe light he adds. Geoffshows how to work with the limitations of location space and design (in thiscase three rooms of a cramped apartment) rather than against them. Hedemonstrates how fast stocks and fast work can be critical to success. 29 min.

F788DVD $89.95

Lighting Dead Poets Society With John Seale”Spectacular!” - Jack Watson, Movie Maker MagazineJohn Seale (Rainman, Gorillas in the Mist, Witness) conducts an intensive andinspirational lighting workshop in the studios of the Australian Film, Radio andTelevision School. The dormitory set from Dead Poets Society was painstakinglyreconstructed for this workshop. Even more important than the technicalknowledge it contains is the insight this program gives into Seale’s workingphilosophy. 28 min.

F786DVD $89.95

Studio Lighting: A Comparative Workshop With DonaldMcAlpine & Denis LenoirTwo internationally renowned cinematographers light the same shots from thesame dramatic script in this back-to-back workshop. Don McAlpine (PatriotGames, Breaker Morant and My Brilliant Career) and Denis Lenoir (Monsieur Hire, Clearand Present Danger and Mrs. Doubtfire) vividly demonstrate how differences increative style and approach affect the impact and tone of the scene. This programis packed with technical information, demonstrations & insights into thecinematographer. 59 min.

F787DVD $89.95

Cinematography Master Class SeriesIn this training series nine of the world’s finest cinematogra-phers share their wealth of experience in a workshop setting,as they guide you through a series of professional lightingproblems both in the studio and on location. 3-D computeranimations vividly illustrate the approaches they take tosolving them. This unique series, sponsored by KODAK, will

be of value both to students andworking cinematographers.

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Lighting Dances With Wolves With Dean Semler“An invaluable source of information and insight!” - R. Levi,Director of Photography, Graduate Film Division, ColumbiaUniversityDean Semler (Road Warrior,City Slickers, Dead Calm)demonstrates the tech-niques that won him anAcademy Award for thecinematography of DancesWith Wolves. Dean’s back-ground in documentaryfilms is a major influenceon his visuals. This work-shop recreates the lightingof an interior fireside scenefrom Wolves, using an exactreplica of the teepee set. The workshop footage was shot anamorphic, using aPanavision camera and a crane. 29 min.

F785DVD $89.95

Shooting For Black & WhiteWith Allen Daviau & Denis LenoirAllen Daviau (The Falcon and the Snowman, Avalon, Bugsy, Twilight Zone, The ColorPurple) takes students back to the golden age of cinematography - the 1920’s. Hepainstakingly recreates theshooting style by employ-ing the filtration, vignetting,aspect ratios and shotcoverage of the period. Indoing so he evokes thespirit and dynamic of theB&W silent screen master-pieces. Denis Lenoir(Monsieur Hire, DaddyNostalgie/These Foolish Things,Paris Awakes, Shuttlecock)creates an intriguing com-parison to the work ofDaviau by using modern cinematic techniques featuring a moving camera. Heshoots with both color and B&W stock to make the comparison complete. 55 min.

F805DVD $89.95

Shooting For Fantasy With Sacha Vierny & Denis LenoirFrench cinematographers Denis Lenoir (Monsieur Hire, Paris Awakes, ShuttlecockZone) and Sacha Vierny (Hiroshima mon Amour, Prospero’s Books, Stavisky) explore theworld of cinematic fantasy and magic. Vierny generously shares one of his spe-cial secrets, showing how to create a magical beam of light without the usualneed for a smoked filled room. The effect is electric. Lenoir takes you througheach step of his lighting design and also gives invaluable information about theuse of fluorescent lights.

This program explores the techniques that make magic on the screen, but moreimportantly the cinematographer’s creative thought process behind the magic.55 min.

F804DVD $89.95

Shooting For Realism With Allen Daviau & Sacha ViernyAllen Daviau (E.T., The Color Purple, Empire Of The Sun) and Sacha Vierny (Hiroshimamon Amour; The Cook, The Thief, His Wife and Her Lover, Prospero’s Books) are given thesame script and set. Daviau creates a series of intricate setups, clearly explainingeach problem he encounters and the solutions he finds by using filters, lightsand F-stop changes. Vierny experiments with a simple and elegant camera movethat encompasses much of the action but presents him with a new challenge:hiding the dolly track. Computer graphics of the lighting setups as well as side-by-side comparisons of the finished scenes help you to better understand thetechniques and appreciate the results. 55 min.

F802DVD $89.95

Shooting For Drama With Robby Muller & Peter JamesRobby Muller’s creditsinclude Repo Man, ParisTexas, To Live and Die in L.A.Peter James shot Alive!, Richin Love and Driving MissDaisy. Both were given thesame script and set con-straints. The beautifulimages they created reflecttheir different backgroundsand philosophies on the artand business of filmmaking.

Muller creates a moody andimpressionistic feel that ischaracteristic of his approach. James on the other hand neatly sidesteps theproblems caused by a cyc too close to the set and creates a wider view of thewindswept dusty cafe. Both men prove to be generous teachers, sharing manycreative and technical insights that come from years behind the camera. Thevideo culminates with a split screen comparison of each cinematographer’sfinished piece. 55 min.

F803DVD $89.95

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CinematographyFilmmaker/Cinematographer/Assistant Director • Lighting & Camera

KODAK Training WorkshopsThe Ideal Programs To Lead You To Film School. A series ofinteractive, multimedia, educational CD-ROMS from KODAK.

The Art Of Lighting For FilmThe Art of Lighting For Film provides a fundamentalknowledge of motion picture lighting types, principles,techniques and applications used to produce a desired“look”. It teaches soft and hard lighting sources, how tocontrol light by positioning, light direction, filters, lightaccessories, ratio, exposure and more. ComesComplete with Student Workbook. 45 min.

F1125CDROM $99.99

Color & Light In Motion ImagingColor and Light in Motion Imaging provides a fundamentalknowledge of color and light and describes how colorimages are captured in chemical and electronic imagingsystems while describing the factors that play a role incontrolling exposure. Discover how light is capturedin film, light sour"s and video, basic systems forproducing light, color systems for film and videoapplication, camera speed, depth of speed and more.Comes Complete with Student Workbook. 45 min.

F1122CDROM $99.99

The Nature Of FilmThe Nature of Film describes the art and science ofmotion picture film including the basics of imagecapture, processing and sensitometry. This programteaches film backing, film anatomy, processing, spectralsensitivity curves, grain size and film speed and more.Comes Complete with Student Workbook. 45 min.

F1123CDROM $99.99

What Is CinematographyWhat is Cinematography provides a detailed description ofthe cinematographer’s tools and their application in theart of filmmaking. Discover how to create different timeperiods, color compensating, light balancing, colortemperature conversion, planning lighting, positioningthe camera, composing the shots and movement of thecamera. Plus alternative processing techniques that acinematographer can use to achieve a desired lookincluding push process, pull process, silver retentionand cross-process. Comes Complete with StudentWorkbook. 45 min.

F1124CDROM $99.99

Motion Picture BusinessProvides an overview of the filmmaking process, andexplains the roles and responsibilities of the industryprofessionals in each department including the direc-tor, producer, screenwriter, location manager, castingdirector, cinematographer, assistant director, costumedesigner, set designer, make-up supervisor, cameraman,script supervisor, sound designer and editor. 45 min.

F1126CDROM $99.99

Light It RightThe Essential Guide to Lighting for VideoJoin the experts as they examine the lighting techniques that will help turn your ideasinto top quality, professional productions. Teaches: light theory, tools and terms oflighting, studio lighting, indoor/daytime light, outdoor/nighttime light. 30 min.

F814DVD $39.95

Basic ShootingTurn your computer into a video production powerhouse! Learn computer videotips and techniques from the experts. Teaches computer editing techniques,linear or non-linear, features and functions, preparing to edit, timeline editing

techniques and output. 30 min.

F811DVD $39.95

Advanced ShootingBasic editing techniques that will give your video aprofessional feel! Video editing provides the tools andtechniques to get you on the road to producing pro-fessional quality videos. Covers the mechanics ofediting, edit controllers & timecode, improving youraudio, special effects & transitions, editing systemsand titles & graphics. 30 min.

F810DVD $39.95

Golden Saddles, Silver SpursThe History of Western CinemaOut of a cloud of dust and across the silver screen weall sat enthralled as the American West came to life inthe movies. From the very beginning audiences cameto love the "Old West", even though what we saw upon the screen did not always represent the "RealWest". Cowboys and Indians, good guys and bad guysentertained us. It was, and remains, one of the mostpopular film genres ever, even though the heyday ofthe Western has long past.

Golden Saddles, Silver Spurs recounts the history ofWestern Cinema, from the very beginning, through themid-1950’s, when television began to bring this genreinto our homes on a regular weekly basis. 94 min.

F1188DVD $79.95

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CinematographyFilm, Visual Language • Editor/Camera Operator/DP

MusicThis program explores the wide-ranging forms and functions of music for thescreen. A series of compelling dramatized scenes highlight the evocative andemotive power of music, as composer Bruce Smeaton discusses the structureand purpose of the score he has created for each scene. 16 min.

F756DVD $79.00

EditingThis episode explores the ways in which editing is used to reconstruct, rearrangeor fragment physical space and sequences of events. This program uses a halluci-natory psychological drama involving an estranged couple, a child and a fiery autowreck to show how editing is used to compress time, create imaginary spaces andpull the viewer through successive layers of dream and reality. 10 min.

F754DVD $79.00

Image & ScreenDiscover the sensory qualities of the filmed image, including luminosity, definitionand grain. Thompson shows how it is possible to manipulate exposure, depth offield and other factors to enhance or undermine an illusion of reality. 14 min.

F753DVD $79.00

FramingThe positioning of a camera “puts frame around the world” and divides it intooff-screen and on-screen space. See how the very choicce of framing can definerelationships, tell a story, create or release tension. Learn how we can conveyinformation about off-screen spac: the world in front of, behind and “all aroundthat world” defined by the frame itself. 10 min.

F747DVD $79.00

Orientation Of The CameraThompson shows how we orient ourselves in space by a combination of what wesee and other physiological cues. Moving images lack these other cues sospecial efforts must be made to provide the viewer with a sense of balance andequilibrium. Learn how moving images can be used to deliberately disturb thephysiological equilibrium of the viewer. 11 min.

F752DVD $79.00

Shot Sizes & Framing FaultsThis program defines the basic shot types of the film and video vocabulary fromwide shot to big closeup and discusses the most effective use of each. Learn how to build up an action sequence from a combination of framings and the psycho-logical impact of common framing errors. 9 min.

F748DVD $79.00

Lenses & PerspectiveIn a series of convincing demonstrations, Thompson shows that the position ofthe viewer or of a camera, is the governing factor in the percception of spatialrelationships in the third dimension. He lays to rest the mistaken idea that lensfocal length affects the appearance of depth. 9 min.

F750DVD $79.00

Movement & Moving The CameraThompson examines the way the human eye moves as it interacts with a visualscene and demonstrates how movement of the camera must accommodate butnot duplicate the movement of the eye. Three types of movement are analyzed:movement within the frame, movement of the frame and movement of thecamera itself. 11 min.

F751DVD $79.00

RhythmThis program begins by exploring the wealth of natural and mechanical rhythmsin the world around us. Thompson shows that rhythm in film or video can beachieved by editing, by movement within the frame independent of editing or bythe use of sound. He shows how these strategies can be combined in imagina-tive ways. 10 min.

F755DVD $79.00

The Third DimensionOur eyes and brains use a variety of visual cues to construct three dimensionalspace. Thompson shows how we can use these cues to define special relation-ships or to fool the eye. This program includes a number of startling opticalillusions. 7 min.

F749DVD $79.00

Lessons In Visual LanguageSilver Medallion, Television Society of Australia. PenguinAward for Best Closed Circuit Television Education Program.Educare Australian Film Awards, Special Commendation.Ideal for Students in Visual Communication.This award-winning series, devised and narrated by PeterThompson, deals with the fundamental language of allmoving images. Each program is crammed with dramaticexamples and startling concepts guaranteed to stimulatecreativity and provoke discussion.

A Movie Lover's Guide to Film Language:Classic Scenes from Timeless Films Learn How To Understand the Components of Film"This program is very well done. The division into overview, clipand instruction is excellent. This will help teachers explain the tech-nology of film in a very concrete and interesting manner."- Alvernia College, PA“An outstanding presentation.” - Kevin Gray, NA"The program consists of a general introduction to film language and five"lessons" covering the major elements of cinematiclanguage: LIGHTING, CAMERA, MISE EN SCENE,SOUND and EDITING.

For each of these lessons there is a short overview tointroduce the lesson and its film clip, which consists ofan "original clip" of a scene from a classic film. This isfollowed by an "instructional clip" that shows the samescene again but with synchronized voice-over commen-tary about the use of film language it illustrates. Themovie scenes come from recognized film classics suchas: Carol Reed's The Third Man (Lighting), BusterKeaton's The General (Camera), Fritz Lang's M (Mise enscene), Sergei Eisenstein's Alexander Nevsky (Sound), and Alfred Hitchcock'sSabotage (Editing).

This program is interactive allowing students to go directly from the introduc-tion, to any of the five lessons, to supplementary information about the classicfilms or to the glossary of film terms used in the program. 45 min.

F1137DVD $119.00

F1137CDROM $79.95

Camera, Orientation, Framing,Shot Sizes, Lenses & Perspective50 min.

Editing, Rhythm, Music, Image& Screen, Third Dimension57 min.

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Audio, Sound & Music ProductionAudio/Video Operator/Video Systems Technician/Sound Designer • Recording Techniques

The Shaping Your Sound SeriesHosted by engineer, producer and master teacher, Tom Lubin,Shaping Your Sound is the acclaimed series of programsdesigned to teach professional recording techniques to engi-neers, video production personnel, musicians and homerecordists. Dozens of demonstrations, animated sequencesand live music examples in HiFi stereo make each tape apowerful learning and reference tool.

Professional Techniquesfor Creative Recording

Signal ProcessorsLearn how to use EQ to open up the sound of your recordings, how to usecompressors & gates to alter the dynamics of any instrument by emphasizingor diminishing the attack, sustain or release of each note. See dozens ofdemonstrations showing you exactly how to get the most out of reverb & delayeffects. 180 min.

Learn:• How to create custom flanging, delay, phasing, echo and chorusing effects andwhen to use them (and not to use them) in your recordings.

• Learn to use your EQ to open up the sound of your recordings and make roomfor each instrumental texture while discovering various types of EQ curves anddevices.

• Learn to set up each of these devices with particular instruments and when touse them.

• Learn precisely how the sound behaves with each of these effects.

• Learn the techniques professional engineers use to shape the space where thesound happens.

F010DVD $99.00

Microphones, Mixers & Multitrack RecordingTeaches how to best mike, record and mix drums, guitars, pianos, horns, vocals,strings and more. Plus analog multi-track recording & multitrack recorders, tapeediting & dozens of examples, animations & visuals showing expert recordingskills. 180 min.

Learn:• How to professionally build a song, step-by-step, through the tracking andoverdubbing process with examples and demonstrations.

• The fundamental characteristics of analog tape and professional multitrackrecorders & the techniques to make top quality recordings.

• How to achieve great mix downs, including information on mixing vocals &rhythm sections.

• Advantages and disadvantages of various studio microphones.

• Learn precision erasure and tape editing, speed shifting, backwards recordingand other analog tape effects.

F009DVD $99.00


Live Sound ReinforcementA Comprehensive Guide to P.A. & Music ReinforcementSystems & TechnologyBased on the bestselling MixBooks title, the Live Sound Reinforcement deluxe

DVD is for anyone serious about operating profes-sional sound reinforcement equipment – whether yourun sound for a rock band, mix acoustic performers ina small club or want to understand the best way to setup the PA in your studio. This nearly 3-hour DVDguides you through the ins and outs of components,setups, mixing and troubleshooting, plus fundamen-tal principles and concepts. You'll see hands-ondemos, tips and techniques used in real live soundsituations, both indoors and on outdoor stages, andlearn tricks from experienced experts. With excellentproduction quality and detailed graphics, this is thefinest DVD ever produced on the subject. 166 min.

F1190DVD $79.95

The Art Of MixingA Visual Guide to Recording, Engineering & ProductionDavid Gibson's hugely popular The Art of Mixing (the book that has taught a

generation of mixing engineers) comes to life withover 3-1/2 hours of vivid, animated instruction onone feature-packed DVD! With Gibson's exclusivethree-dimensional framework, you'll learn the rightway to create every style of mix for any style of music.

Topics covered include: descriptions and visuals ofthe functions of each piece of studio equipmentinvolved in mixing • specific concepts behind makinga mix that is appropriate for the music and the song •correlations between audio parameters and the visualparameters of the “virtual mixer” • and much more!3 Hours.

F1189DVD $79.95

Basics in Audio: Part IMost people interested in video focus on the visualpart of the production and creation, rather than theaudio components. Terms like Television & VideoProduction, emphasize the visual part and assumeaudio is along for the ride. This is a big mistake. Ifyou have poor video reception but the audio is OK,you can still understand it. If you have poor audioand good video, it is very hard to understand andcontinue to watch the program. 35 min.

F1129DVD $99.95

Basics in Audio: Part IIThere are three types of sound: Voice, Sound Effectsand Music. This program focuses on recording the

voice. Other components which video students need to review are music andsound effects. It includes an interview with the owner of an audio post produc-tion house who discusses his work with the Discovery Channel. Examples ofgood and poor audio use within video programs help students understand howimportant audio is to their video production. 29 min.

F1130DVD $99.95

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Radio ProductionTechnical & Creative Techniques • Radio Announcer/Station Manager/Control Room Technician/Editor

The Basic Radio Skills Series“These tapes have made my job much easier. They are veryuseful in tying whole concepts together.”- Donald E. Smith, Associate Professor Communications,Elizabethtown CollegeThis training series is geared for the radio beginner or forthose wanting to improve their practical knowledge. Eachprogram provides the most comprehensive introduction toboth the technical and creative aspects of radio.

Announcing And PresentationA lively montage takes us through a typical radio day as six announcers on talk,news and music shows provide insights into the specific requirements of theirformats and into their personal approaches to gathering, organizing and present-ing material. Emphasis is placed on learning how to “be yourself” on the airrather than assuming a facade or persona. Topics include: research, scripting,scheduling, equipment operation and techniques for using voice as an effectivetool. 28 min.

F769DVD $149.00

Making A Radio CommercialThe production procccess of a humorous insurance commercial is amusinglynarrated by producers Street Remley and Bob Dennis. We see them at work withthe client and with the actors as the recording session proceeds. The editingprocess is followed in detail along with the addition of sound effects and the finalmix. At each step along the way, aesthetic considerations are balanced againstthe needs of the client. 43 min.

F733DVD $149.00

The Art Of Radio AdvertisingTwo of America’s most successful radio commercial producers, Bert Berdisand Alan Bartzman, discuss their approach to concept and development, copy-righting and directing for radio ads.

In the trademark style of Bert and Bars, the radio audience is not aggressivelypitched at, but rather made privy to private, sometimes whispered conversations.In this program they emphasize selling through humor and describe their teamapproach to the creative process. 20 min.

F734DVD $119.00

The Radio InterviewMike Broadhurst interviews a number of top interviewers, including at one point,himself. The basic technical requirements of the audio interview are covered, witha strong emphasis on content and interaction, how to prepare your questions,how to get the subject to relax, how to deal with subjects who take over th e inter-view, or respond in monosyllables, or evade your questions altogether.

The participants in this program act out many of these problem situations (oftenwith humorous effect) as they discuss effective strategies for handling them. 20 min.

F771DVD $149.00

The Radio StudioThis program introduces the radio novice to the operation of the hardware of theradio studio environment: console, microphones, telephone talkback, turnta-bles, CD players, cart players, tape recorders, cassette decks, DAT recorders andmore. It includes procedures for cueing, labeling and cleaning machines.

A must for station volunteers & trainees, whether at the college or professionallevel. 32 min.

F993DVD $89.00

Radio DramaShaun McLaughlin, director of over 200 BBC radio plays, leads a master class atthe Australian Radio, Film and Television School in the rehearsal and productionof a short radio drama. Part I features the rehearsal and recording processwith emphasis on creating the precise sonic environment and ambience for eachscene. Part II covers the finished scene and Part III shows the cast at work andhow each ambience and effect is achieved. 55 min.

F732DVD $149.00

Radio NewsFive seasoned journalists present an in-depth view of radio news at work. Topicsinclude news sources, item selection and scripting, preparation for broadcast,presentation skills, telephone interviews, field reports and more. Procedures forcueing, labeling, cleaning and machine care are emphasized. A must for stationvolunteers and trainees, whether at the college or professional level. 38 min.

F774DVD $149.00

Radio WritingThe specifics of writing for news and current affairs, commercial copyrighting andradio comedy writing are covered in detail. These three distinct writing skills areexamined, together with the crafts required for each. Specialists in each area layout the basic requirements and share tricks of the trade. 47 min.

F775DVD $149.00

EditingA straightforward presentation of the two basic audiotape editing techniques:splice editing and dub editing. Graphics and overlays make the procedures clearand examples of music and voice edits are performed. 16 min.

F770DVD $119.00

Radio TalkbackThis program explores a wide range of styles and approaches for the live call-inshow. A special instructional segment examines phone operation, delay systemsand call dumping. 35 min.

F773DVD $149.00

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Writing For RadioFour expert radio writers talk about their craft - writing radio drama. Explore theunlimited potential of radio as a medium of the imagination.

Topics include: the characteristics of a good radio writer, how to work within thelimitations of time slots and tight budgets, plot development, the proper useof stage directions in radio scripts, the use of music, sound effects, the radioaudience and much more. 44 min.

F731DVD $149.00


Mass CommunicationsPublic Relations/Journalist/Photojournalist/Advertising Executive/Newspaper Editor • Media

Media Literacy: The AudienceMost people think of “audience” as those who watch television, listen to theradio, read a magazine or newspaper or surf the web but “media are businesses.“In the same way a hardware store sells nuts and bolts, the media sell product -YOU – the audience. Guaranteeing an audience to advertisers is what the mediado and it has to be the “right” audience - those with money to spend on theadvertised product or products. This program examines the concepts of demo-graphics, psychographics, how ratings affect media, targeting and on-lineadvertising. 24 min. F1135DVD $99.95

Hollywood Inside Out: The Television IndustryA fast-paced, comprehensive look at how network sitcoms and dramatic seriesare made. Shot on the set and behind-the-scenes, this video features many oftelevision’s top producers, writers and craftspeople, sharing their insights on the

creative process. All phases of the production processare covered, from concept and casting to shooting andfinal post-production. 40 min. F965DVD $159.00

Hollywood Inside Out:The Music IndustryThe business and creative aspects of the music industryare fully examined in this detailed instructional video.Includes interviews with top songwriters, artists andrecord company executives sharing their experiences onthe hit making process. This program also explores theissues of artist development, packaging, marketing anddistribution. 40 min. F967DVD $159.00

Mass Communication The Electronic Darkroom:The Future Of PhotographyA terrific program for an introduction to mass media coursesas well as traditional photography and computer coursesPhotography has merged with the computer. This program will show students thefuture of photography. Trends in photography show that computers are not onlyreplacing the darkroom but film itself. Dr. Sam Winch walks you through theprocess of photo image to print. Discover how a typical college newspaper uses thenew technology. Discover how a digital camera captures an image & how the photocan be changed to fit a newspaper or magazine layout. The photo-editor shows stu-dents how the AP Leaf Picture Dest provides images to newspapers across the coun-try and explains the economics of such a system. 33 min. VHS: F992 $89.95

The Hollywood Inside Out SeriesThese programs reveal the intricate innerworkings of the enter-tainment industry. Each includes interviews & behind the scenescoverage of top professionals engaged in the day-to-day creativeprocess. An excellent resource for the next generation of television& music makers.

Media Literacy: EthicsThis program focuses on those who work as media professionals whether they arepublic relations specialists, journalists, photojournalists, advertising executives,newspaper editors or camera operators. Visuals, whether they are video, photos,or how we put together photos and words, often have more impact and morecredibility than words alone. This program includes interviews with journalistsfrom the Washington Post and USA Today.com who talk about ethical standardsat both print and on-line newspapers. 31 min. F1134DVD $99.95

Media Literacy: Creating MediaMost students have little experience creating media and assume creating media isan easy process. For newspapers, you collect some information, write a story, typeit out and lay it out. Part of the intrigue of media creation is it looks so easy. Thisprogram takes students on location to a behind-the-scenes look at a radio station,television news show, a regional newspaper and a national on-line newspaper tosee how media is created in a top media market. 16 min. F1136DVD $99.95

Women’s Representation In The MediaWinner: Gracie Award, 2006Davey Award, 2006

“A first rate examination of the historyof women in the Media, from print totelevision to motion pictures and theirimpact on American culture. It’s aboutt ime someone put this formidablecurriculum on DVD!” - Lynda Obst (FilmProducer, Sleepless in Seattle, The FisherKing, How to Lose a Guy in 10 days)Women and Media by Dr. Cindy Lont is a fast movingprogram with visuals of past and present media andinterviews with Dr. Maurine Beasley, Sheila Gibbonsand Junior Bridge, all foundational scholars in the fieldof women and media. The program focuses on four

areas: the reclaimed history of women who created media, the media portrayal ofwomen, women’s inclusion in the media workforce and how men perceive mediadifferently than women which affects what we read, see and hear from the media.Women and Media is a perfect introduction to Women, Minorities and Media Coursesor a section on media in a Women’s studies course. 45 min. F1177DVD $79.95

Mass Communication Cable Television:How It WorksExcellent for use in broadcast coursesThis program shows you why and how cable televisionwas started, reviewing the Head End, Distributionsystem and House Drop while exploring some ofthe major cable operations.

From a “community antenna” project serving onlyremote areas in the 1940’s to the country’s largestprivate construction program passing nearly onehundred million homes today, cable television is apowerful media source. 30 min. F991DVD $99.95

Development Communication & CommunicationTechnology with Everett M. Rogers Everett M. Rogers, communication scholar, theorist, writer, and teacher discusseshis research in the field of development communication, diffusion of innovationsand communication technology. 48 min. F2631DVD $79.95

Violence & Television with George Gerbner George Gerbner, communication scholar, theorist, teacher, poet, and the founderof cultivation theory, discusses his work which influenced four decades ofresearch on violence and television. 25 min. F2632DVD $79.95

Political Communication & Mass Communicationwith Steven H. Chaffee Steven H. Chaffee, communication scholar, theorist, historian, methodologist,and teacher, discusses his work in political communication and mass communi-cation effects research. 23 min. F2630DVD $79.95

Cultural Studies & The Scholarship Of Journalismwith James W. CareyJames W. Carey, cultural historian, communication scholar, theorist, writer andteacher of journalists, discusses Cultural Studies and the scholarship ofjournalism. 19 min. F2629DVD $79.95

Media Researchers by Cindy Lont& Susan KehoeMedia Researchers provides a bridge for instructors by offering a new approachfor teaching and learning theory. Using mass communication scholars as abackdrop, this educational series offers those who study theory and those whoteach it, a more humanized, personalized approach to understanding theorists,theory development, and research. As a result, “Media Researchers” enhancestudents’ understanding of, and spark enthusiasm for, original research. Eachprogram features one-on-one interviews with founding scholars in the masscommunication field focusing on their background (how they got into the field),their contribution, their critics and their future work.

SAVE $30 4 DVD Set: FMEDIARESDVD $289.80

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Computer Animation Magic - The History of AnimationSee how computer animation sequences are built up step-by-step, from wireframe models to the addition of color, lighting and texture. See the effective useof computer graphics in advertising, news production, business communication,architectural and product design, education, medicine, scientific research, realtime simulation, children’s games and dramatic production. 58 min.

F626DVD $149.00

Computer Visions - The History of AnimationJoin Ray Tracy, the world's first computer generated television host, on an inter-national journey through a fantastic universe of images and storiescreated by artists on the cutting edge of computer animation. 58 min.

F625DVD $149.00

Computer Dreams - The History of AnimationThis video anthology plants you at the drawing board of some of the most ingen-ious digital effects ever created. Witness the birth of the lovable Nestor Sextone,the amazing computer generated actor with a thousand expressions and CaptainPower, featuring live action and digitized robots working in unison. 58 min.

F627DVD $149.00

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Animation, Special & Visual EffectsDigital Effects, Polymer Clay • Animator/Special Effects Technician

Beginners Guide To Animation Sculpting Characters With ClayA great program for craft makers and student clay animators!Hollywood clay animator Mark Sawicki, shares his secrets and techniques forsculpting cartoon characters. This program describes the properties of polymerclay and the tools used to sculpt, bake and paint the material. Teaches basicforms, the fundamentals of posture, anatomy, the creation of a character andpainting techniques. Comes complete with study guide. 48 min.

F957DVD $79.95

Learn the Art of Animation & Visual Effects

How To Create & Animate A Clay PuppetWith Stop Motion ProClay animator Mark Sawicki examines the fundamental design concepts of theanimation armature and builds an inexpensive puppet skeleton based on hischaracter design. The puppet is then sculpted over the armature including theexpressive face and the body which is kept pliable for animation. Discover howto set-up a digital camera and computer software to record your clay animation.Comes complete with study guide. 48 min. F958DVD $79.95

Twilight CameramanA Historical Program for a Visual Effects ClassTwilight Cameraman gives a rare glimpse into theremarkable craft of optical printing which was of greatimportance in the field of visual effects. It demon-strates the step-by-step procedures used to shootfilm opticals. Before his transition into digital, VisualEffects cameraman Mark Sawicki documented the oldstyle craftsmanship of the traditional optical camera-man. This program is a wonderful companion pieceto the Albert Whitlock: A Master of Illusion as Sawickiworked as cameraman for Whitlock’s protégé’s BillTaylor and Syd Dutton (now effects supervisors). Thisprogram pays homage to an exciting craft that washanded down from one camera person to another inthe last age of apprenti"ship. 14 min.

F1191DVD $79.95

Stop Motion Animation With Stop Motion ProExcellent for Students & Novice Animators The program teaches the fundamental principles of animation by demonstratingthe persistence of vision phenomenon by way of the Thoumatrope, Zoetrope andFlip Book. Learn the history of motion picture technology, the evolution of framerates in film and video and the concept of resolution in film formats & digitalfiles. Demonstrations show how to plan out & time the animation of a toy truckand how to plot animation curves in order to achieve smooth animation. 33 min.

F1192DVD $79.95

Animation GamesThis award-winning program gives you an overview of animation technique aswell as segments on puppet animation, cutout animation and pixelation.51 min.

F745DVD $59.95

Acrylic Heads & HandsFeatures step-by-step demonstrations on the technique for making sophisticatedacrylic heads and hands for special effects sequences. 12 min.

F764DVD $49.95

Making WolvyA must for students of special effectsThis unprecedented documentary features footage and behind-the-scenes mate-rial from Wolvy - a six-character fantasy film. Learn how effects master ToddTucker used a variety of methods, including facial prosthetics, puppeted creaturesuits, remote control “animatronics,” special costumes, and puppeteering torealize his unique vision. 24 min.

F1169DVD $119.00

Ray Harryhausen: The Master of AnimationStopmotion animator and filmmaker Ray Harry-hausen’s achievements and influence are incalculable.Numerous giants in the world of cinema have citedhis work, especially in The Seventh Voyage of Sinbad(1958) as the most profound reason that theyattempted a career in films. This program reflects onhis pioneering career and the future of animation.Loaded with rare stills from throughout his manyfilms and those of his key influence, Willis O’Brien(King Kong). 19 min.

F2650DVD $99.00

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Theatre, Performing ArtsSpecial Effects Artist/Costume Designer • Mask Making, Costume Design

Pattern Development★★★★ Four Stars - Highly Recommended."This Pattern Development program will be of interest toclasses in costuming or anyone involved in producingtheatrical costumes." - Video Rating Guide for Libraries.The cutter or draper is at the heart of a costume construction team and transfersa costume designer's sketch into fully developed patterns and supervises thework of the stitchers in turning that pattern into a finished costume. Showshow to measure, costume sketch, develop a paper pattern and fitting a designmock-up. 75 min. F611DVD $149.00

The Basic CostumerCostumer Carma Shawger covers costume research, the taking of measurements,costume acquisition and maintenance and various approaches to pattern making.She uses live models and historical illustrations to take an in-depth look at thespecific requirements of Elizabethan, Victorian and Jazz Age costumes.

Costuming a theatrical production can be fun and rewarding with properorganization. This video highlights 3 major time periods used frequently ineducational theatre and shows how to costume a production efficiently and costeffectively. Covers organization and research, Victorian era, measurements, Jazzera, acquisitions, patterns, Elizabethan era and costume maintenance. 73 min.

VHS: F647 $119.00 F647DVD $149.00

Visual Effects - Mask MakingCreature People A rare behind-the-scenes from the set of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Watch theentire makeup process from beginning to end as effects master Dave Quashnicktransforms actors J.G. Hertzler into Klingon general, Martok. Makeup enthusiasts,students, and Star Trek fans will be fascinated to witness the application of make-up appliances and paint to create the marauding Martok in a detailed step-by-step format. 16 min.

F2000DVD $99.00

Mask Making SeriesThe Complete Series Teaching The Art of Mold Making,Casting & Painting Full Head Latex MasksTaught by F/X Pros – Anthony Giordano & Omar Sfreddo

Molding & Casting Latex MasksLearn the secrets of how the award-winning Hollywood special effects artistsmake great looking latex masks & special effect props. Special effects artists OmarSfreddo & Anthony Giordano introduce you to mold making, casting and demon-strate the art of creating full head latex monster masks.

Teaches:• Preparing clay walls • Creating the plaster mold • Building pry points •• Demolding • Pouring the casting • Demolding the finished mask •

60 min. F1195DVD $99.00

If you want to learn the secrets of how the award-winning Hollywood specialeffects artists make those great looking latex masks and special effects props –then these programs are for you! These two great industry insider special effectsartists team up to teach students all the basic techniques & many studio tricks.The same techniques can be applied to creating props and theatrical displays.

Finishing & Painting Latex MasksExplore the entire process from first conceiving your masks through preparingand finishing each project.

Teaches:• Trimming the mask • Making repairs • Usingthe air brush • Shading & highlighting •Painting veining • Teeth & eyes • Final finishes •60 min. F1196DVD $99.00

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MASKSStephanie Campbell’s unique character masks have been created specifically for usewith the Mask Workshop DVD & Book but can be used in any teaching or perform-ance environment. These finest professional quality masks are made of semi flexibleneoprene latex with adjustable elastic straps and foam padding and will last formany years.

If you have ever wanted to work with full-face character masks or lead a workshopof your own, but needed quality masks, this is your opportunity to obtain a set often or fifteen character masks at a heavily discounted price.

See the complete mask selections on line at www.firstlightvideo.com/masks.

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Mask Exploration: The Process ofCharacter Creation & Transformation Ideal for University Professors in Theatre Arts, Directors ofActor-Training Programs, High School Drama Teachers,Community Education, Actors & Drama Therapy ProgramsStephanie Campbell (MFA Acting/Directing,University of Arizona) is an international MaskMethods specialist and a theatre professor atMontana State University. Conducting maskworkshops worldwide she offers an easily under-stood process of Character Creation for use inyour own classes or workshops so that partici-pants can learn to more fully develop their abilityto make and “allow” intuitive physical, emotional,or mental choices appropriate for their creations.The purpose of the DVD and book is to provideteachers and facilitators with the tools and the information so that they canconduct workshops on their own.

The 60 minute DVD is compiled from twelvehours of past workshops and is a step-by-stepguide (along with the accompanying 120 pageillustrated workshop leaders’ manual) inconducting a successful workshop.

The process and workshop exercises areappropriate for inclusion in drama programs in colleges and universities, highschools, community education programs, and drama therapy/counseling. 60 min.

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Theatre, Performing ArtsDance, Stage Make-up & Special Effects • Make-up Artist/Special Effects Artist

Basic TV MakeupMakeup artist Dawn Swayne provides some background on facial structure andanatomy, then presents a step-by-step demonstration of basic makeupprocedures for a young women, including blemish touch up, base applicationand eye makeup.

Additional demonstrations include an older woman and three men, showingcover makeup approaches for wrinkled skin, baldness, beard shadow and otherspecial situations. 30 min.

F707DVD $59.95

How to Make a Monster – The Comprehensive“How To” Guide to Applying Prosthetic Make-Up

Ideal for students of visual effects andmake-up artists.This program provides a step-by-step guide to apply-ing pre-made latex prosthetics to create monstercreatures using special visual techniques.

Features the application and coloring of make-upfor a vampire, cyborg, demonic vampire, zombie andred devil plus the custom fitting of deluxe noveltydentures. 120 min.

F2664DVD $99.00

TV Makeup: The Basics“★★★★ Four Stars - This program will have you up andrunning with brush in hand in 30 minutes.”- Videomaker MagazineThis program covers materials and equipment for a basic makeup kit with step-by-step demonstrations covering: two base application techniques, eye shadow,eyeliner, eyebrows, mascara, rouge, lips and powder. Separate sections covermakeup for men, including treatments for baldness and beard line and make upfor dark skin, light skin, problem skin and children. 30 min.

F800DVD $149.00

The Make-Up WorkshopA comprehensive “how to” video thatcovers the essential skills required formakeupThis unique video leads several students throughan actual make-up workshop illustrating make-uppreparation and application through simple step-by-step demonstrations and revision sequences.

Each student is consulted individually with theircharacter's design and application. Covers sup-plies and tools, corrective make-up, middle agemake-up, old age make-up, special effects andmore. 90 min.

VHS: F975 $119.00 F975DVD $149.00

A Tribute to John ChambersPlanet of the Apes, The MunstersWith very few and special exceptions, there is no more influential an individualin the modern world of special makeup effects than John Chambers. Throughgroundbreaking cinematic triumphs as pivotal as Planet of the Apes, Chambers 30-year career in Hollywood solidified his legacy as a technical master using plasticlaminate, foam latex, mold-making, and prosthetic materials. Chambers left alegacy of excellence that continues to ripple through the work of his many peersand proteges. 30 min.

F1170DVD $99.00

Legends of Screen Make-Up Series– Produced by Scott EssmanThis three program compilation takes a look back on the cinematic pioneers &masters of make up of the 20th century featuring John Chambers (Planet of theApes), Dick Smith (The Exorcist), and Jack Dawn (The Wizard of Oz).

Legends of Screen Make-Up DVD(Includes A Tribute to the Wizard of Oz, Dick Smith & JohnChambers)90 min.

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A Tribute to the Wizard of OzA special behind-the-scenes look at the tribute to honor themakeup genius of Jack Dawn and his team, from the 60-year-old classic film - The Wizard of OzWatch the authentic recreation of seven characters from the film, led by a dreamteam of make-up artists. This unique celebration also features current creatureking Rick Baker, director Ron Underwood and Howard Smit (who appliedMunchkin makeups in the original film). 30 min.

F1167DVD $99.00

A Tribute to Dick SmithThe Exorcist, Amadeus, The GodfatherA living legend and master of special makeup effects. This program featuresexclusive interviews of Dick with his closest protégés, including Rick Baker, KevinHaney, and Craig Reardon. It includes dozens of rare photos and film clips of Dickand his rarest make-ups, many from his early days in television, plus photos andfootage from his classic films, including The Exorcist, Amadeus, and manyothers. 30 min.

F1168DVD $99.00

Jack Pierce- The Man Behind The MonstersOne of the cinematic pioneers & masters of make-up ofthe 20th century & the legendary monster-maker. Thisprogram re-creates 15 of Pierce’s characters with make-up wizard Robert Burman. Watch as costumes were cre-ated, sets constructed and the many hours of makeuppreparation. Actors were lifecasted, makeups weresculpted, molds were made and makeup applianceswere fabricated in prosthetic materials. Bonus featuresinclude archival footage of Jack Pierce behind thescenes & memorabilia section! 72 min.

F1171DVD $119.00

Making the Monster: Special Makeup EffectsIdeal for Special Effects Artists & Makeup EnthusiastsFrom the original Jack Pierce Tribute, this short production features a step-by-step demonstration featuring the makeup and application in creating theFrankenstein Monster. Learn the techniques of the special effects artists andvisual effects techniques from Kevin Haney, one of the industries finest. 10 min.

F2633DVD $99.00

Lon Chaney Tribute:Special Makeup EffectsWatch as a group of talented artists work their magicbehind-the-scenes to bring Chaney’s (the great silentmovie actor) characters to life. The Hunchback of NotreDame, the Clown from He Who Gets Slapped, thePhantom and Chaney himself are all recreated in greatartistic detail. 15 min. F2651DVD $99.00

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Theatre, Performing ArtsSet Designer/Technical Director/Stage Manager • Visual Effects, Sets/Props

Fundamentals Of Scenic Painting★★★★ Four Stars - Highly recommended.“Ranson is an expert on the subject. Filled with practicalinformation.” - Video Rating Guide For Libraries.This ambitious introduction to scenic painting exam-ines the basic components of paint (pigments, fillers,bases and binders), the characteristics and uses ofvarious media (oil and water base paints, shellacs andvarnishes, spray paints, bronzing powders and more)and a wide range of tools and application techniques(brushes, rollers, sprayers, sponges, dusters, stencils,rag roll, poun" wheel and much more). In an ideal useof the video medium, this virtual encyclopedia oftechnique is presented through dozens of close-up,hands-on examples. Host Ron Ranson shows specificapplication methods of foliage, stone, brick, planking,wall paper, architectural detailing, ageing, sky textures,highlights and shadows. The final section of the program presents two studentprojects to be performed on 4 X 8 flats. Three of Ranson’s students execute theprojects and he critiques the results. 81 min.

F612DVD $148.00

Where Do I Start: Basic Set ConstructionThis program demonstrates basic setconstruction from start to finishDavid Shawger, Ball State University Scene Designerand Technical Director, covers building supplies andtools, the construction of flats and platforms, theassembly of window and door frames, the addition ofhinging, stiffeners and jacks, moldings and other finish-ing touches. Plus the transport and assembly of thecompleted set.

The accompanying teacher’s guide includes a programoutline, suggested plans for flats, windows, doors, jacksand platforms, a sample floor plan, illustrated glossary and select bibliography.72 min.

VHS: F646 $119.00 F646DVD $149.00

How Do I Paint It?David C. Shawger, Associate Professor, Scene Designerat Ball State University, hosts this "how to" video illus-trating scene painting techniques in a step-by-stepmanner that will dramatically improve your sets.Includes cross hatching, paint stamping, glazing,finishing, dry brushing, stenciling, stippling, marbling,spattering, wood graining, feather dusting and brickpainting. 83 min.

VHS: F978 $119.00 F978DVD $149.00

Play It Safe: Introduction To Theatre Safety“These videos will be the cornerstone ofour yearly safety campaign.”- Carey Lawless, Production Manager,Columbia University, YorkSafety habits every theatre and production workershould learn! Save yourself the emotional and legalproblems of an accident and make sure everyone in yourtheatre or production team watches this tape!

Play It Safe gives you hundreds of guidelines, examplesand rules so that theatre workers can develop saferwork habits. The facts are prepared in an amusing& memorable style.

This program is divided into six sections: Basic OSHAregulations, general safety practices, chemical hazards& personal protection equipment, stage lighting safety,costume shop safety and scene & prop safety. 82 min.

VHS: F698 $148.00 F698DVD $158.00

Firearm Safety On Stage“Had the crew of ‘The Crow’ followed theadvice in Firearm Safety Onstage,Brandon Lee would be alive.”- Arts, Crafts and Theatre Safety (ACTS)This program teaches actors & technicians to properlyuse guns onstage. Gun & theatre special effects expertRobert Chambers demonstrates the following: soundconsiderations, history of firearms, proper cleaningprocedures, how guns work & safety checks. Contrary topopular opinion, the use of blanks for onstage firearmsscenes is not a guarantee of safety. A must for alladministrators, directors, stage managers, actors and students. Strongly recom-mended for production groups & classes in acting, stagecraft, props, directingand stage managing plus theatre faculty & EHS advisors. 45 min.

VHS: F651 $129.00 F651DVD $149.00

Design - An IntroductionDesigner Dennis Gentle provides a fastpaced and entertaining introduction todesign for film and TV. Gentle uses actualproductions and examples to demonstratethe process of scene design andconstruction. He also examines the role ofthe designer in coordinating costumedesign and selection, props, makeup andspecial effects to give each production aunified style. 18 Min.

F716DVD $119.00

Painting HighlightsDrop in on a compilation of several college level painting classes featuring somegreat ideas with bricks, dirty walls, wood graining and marble. Includes videoguide, selected bibliography, sample class syllabus & two project outlines. Highschool through college level. Divided into short, easy-to-show segments. 45 min.

VHS: F980 $79.00 F980DVD $99.00

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Combat For The StageRaoul Johnson, Associate Professor at LoyolaUniversity, teaches the fundamentals of stage combat through the importanceof safety and well planned choreography. Includes safety in the use and selec-tion of guns and swords, stage falls, un-armed and armed combat choreogra-phy plus the review and break-down of a sword fight performed. 96 min.F976DVD $149.00

Video Dance & The Video Dance LecturesThis two program set is a must for anyone involved in filmingdanceJoin Bob Lockyer, BBC Director of Dance, in a two week workshop with seven cho-reographers and six video directors as they experiment and collaborate in theunique art form that creates “choreography for the camera.”

The companion video dance lectures examines how the human eye sees dance-and traces the path from a choreographer’s notation to a functional shootingscript. This program is a must for anyone involved in filming dance, from balletto rock video. 55 min. Video Dance / 24 min. Video Dance Lectures.

F776DVD $249.00

Mastering the TechniquesGreat as a class culmination, or for playswith unarmed fightsLearn advanced combinations and unarmed fightsequences as well as choke from behind, elbow strike,right hook block, contact stomach punch, straight kickand kick to the stomach. 45 min.

F1181DVD $99.00

Perfecting the FundamentalsA must for performers and teachers!This DVD builds on the training taught in the first pro-gram including wrist grab with break, duck, non-contactstomach punch, strangle hold, upper cut, cresent kickand much more. It spotlights valuable lessons on act-ing and performing fights, combat safety, stage frightand adds several new techniques. 45 min.

F1180DVD $99.00

Learning the BasicsGreat for beginners, drama teachers,play directors and drama campsThis DVD includes instruction in pushes, pulls, knaps,slaps, punches and falls, plus fighting distance, eyecontact tips, stance and balance. Tips are also includedfor teachers plus sections on staging and rehearsing

fights. 45 min.

F1179DVD $99.00

The Complete Unarmed Stage Combat SeriesHow to create safe, believable, exciting fights on stage,taught by two of the most prominent fight directors in theAmerican Theatre. A practical and visual tool for students,actors and teachers alike, that will reduce the chance of injuryto students and actors!David Leong and J. Allen Suddeth have over 24 Broadway and 750 televisionepisodes between them and are teachers at Julliard School, Rutgers, VCU andNYU. With step-by-step instruction, these award-winning Fight Directors andMaster Teachers show you how to “hit without hurting” in a three part series ofclasses. Shot on a sound stage with multiple cameras, each program teaches stu-dents the techniques in great detail, while highlighting the safety elements behindthe illusions. Each DVD comes with a downloadable Teacher/Student study guide.

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Dance Class For The Actor - OneInstructed By Cathy RoeA full dance class for beginners that includes basicwarm up, exercises for building rhythm skills,balance & flexibility exercises, strength training anda jazz vocabulary of 20 basic steps. It also features25 dance steps commonly used in musical theatre,followed by three “style study” routines for disco, show-biz and cabaret. 70 min.

F1106DVD $99.00

Dance Class For The Actor - TwoInstructed By Cathy RoeDance Training for the actor level two, builds on the first program with a moreadvanced warm up, isolation study, full stretch, flexibility exercises, strengthtraining and center exercises found in jazz and modern dance. Twenty more addi-tional dance vocabulary steps are introduced and three “style study” routines arefeatured which include top-hat and kick, latin and waltz. 70 min.

F1107DVD $99.00

Dance In Bali★★★ - 3 Stars - Video Rating Guide for LibrariesA behind the scenes look at the stunning dance culture of Bali. Filled withexclusive footage of the world's most renowned traditional drama and tranceperformances. From simple village settings to glitteringroyal courts, this program takes you inside eleven ofBali's most dramatic dances to show how intimatelyculture, religion and life are inter-twined in Bali. Comescomplete with Student Workbook.

Upon The Sacred Stage:An Introduction to Sacred Dance 30 min.

F1153DVD $69.00

The Art of a People:An Introduction to Secular Dance 30 min.

F1154DVD $69.00

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Movement For The ActorLearn an exciting process for developing a character!Dawn Mora and her students at Northwestern University present a graded seriesof movement exercises, from stretching and warm-ups through various types ofdynamic movement keyed to emotion and memory. By the end of the programstudents learn to “score a text,” interpreting character and dialogue entirelythrough movement. This program is ideal for movement teachers and workshopleaders as well as for students. 20 min.

VHS: F671 $119.00 F671DVD $149.00

Stage Fight Director - With David Boushey★★★★★ Five StarsWhat is a Stage Fight Director? How does this person work with others on the cre-ative team to produce safe fights onstage? Follow master combat choreographerDavid Boushey through several weeks of rehearsals for a rousing production ofRomeo and Juliet at the Utah Shakespearean Festival. Learn how he and his actorsturn the text into the adventure of theatre. 33 min. F610DVD $79.00

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The Rapier Stage & Screen“I recommend this video highly.”– Nick Evangelista“Excellent presentation.” – Bob Anderson, Sword MasterFor actors who wish to increasetheir skills and hobbyists whowant to further their apprecia-tion of choreographed swordplay, this video teaches the DeLongis’ unique style of stageand film swordfighting inshort, sequential,easy-to-fol-low lessons. Features parries,cuts and thrusts, basic andadvanced footwork plus safetyand skill. 111 min.

F950DVD $89.95

Swordsplay Theatrical FencingTim Weske is respected as one of today’s top Sword-Masters in the film and tele-vision industry. His unique sword system has proven to be an effective, excitingand most importantly safe method, producing dramatic and unforgettableresults. Tim teaches the art of fencing and fencing techniques in a way to rival themasters.

Subjects covered include:• Philosophy & Parts of the Weapon.

• Footwork & Body Position.

• Targeting.

• Perries & Attacking.

47 min.

F1263DVD $99.00

Broadsword For The Stage & Screen:The De Longis MethodThis program is geared towards the intermediate to advanced swordsman andoffers the tools to get you performing safely, comfortably and effectively with theBroadsword. Teaches grip, targeting and distance, standard and reverse guards,parries, footwork, distance and timing, ceding or yielding parries, deflections, dis-arms, wounds and kills. Comes complete with Study Guide. 108 min.

F951DVD $89.95

Theatre, Performing ArtsStage Fight Director/Movement Teacher/Workshop Leader • Swordplay, Stage Movement

SwordPlay For Shakespeare SeriesClassic Stage Combat For Performing the Masters PlaysThis in-depth series teaches students fight choreography, movement and training.

Each program breaks down each fight so that it can be easily learned and rehearsedalong with comprehensive, on-screen fights and battles to help teach students &actors the intensity and timing of full-out theatrical violence. 30-50 min. each.

SwordPlay for Shakespeare: Macbeth F1160DVD $59.95

SwordPlay for Shakespeare: King Richard III F1161DVD $59.95

SwordPlay for Shakespeare: Twelfth Night F1162DVD $59.95

SwordPlay for Shakespeare: Hamlet F1163DVD $59.95

SwordPlay for Shakespeare: King Lear F1164DVD $59.95

SwordPlay for Shakespeare: Taming of the Shrew F1165DVD $59.95

SwordPlay for Shakespeare: Romeo & Juliet F1166DVD $59.95

Body Language SkillsYour posture, facial expressions and how you move your body tell more thanwords can describe. Patti Colombo, Tony Award nominated choreographer,teaches the art of conversation without words, how to develop eccentriccharacters through body movement and the importance of what your body iscommunicating to others. Discusses defining attitudes through body languageand includes situational exercises. 47 min.

F1268DVD $99.00

Martial Arts Skills & Fight TechniquesOmar Guerrero is a 2-time World Champion in theNational Blackbelt League and has trained numerousactors for film and stunt work. In this program he teach-es beginner to intermediate fighting techniques whichlook amazing on the big screen.

Teaches: movement & angles for the screen, basic kicks,punches & blocks, basic martial art acrobatics, throws &takedowns. 45 min.

F1258DVD $99.00

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Super Swordfighting SeriesTwo of the best education tools for sword play oncamera or stageInstructors Alina Andrei and Mark Edward Lewis are two Award-WinningHollywood professionals who bring their mastery of the art of stunt sword play toyour students. Each program teaches industry standard techniques for bodyposition, parrying, striking, footwork, proper execution, kills, dangerous-lookingmoves along with example fights that students can use in stage productions.

Swordfighting: BeginnerInstructors firstly teach students the industry standardFrench numeric system that nearly every sword chore-ographer uses to create their fights. Using single-hand-ed weapons, this number system will allow students toquickly and easily create a vocabulary to get ready forperformance. This system includes strikes and parriesthat can be altered and stylized to look European,Asian, or Alien depending on the creativity. They alsoteach the swipe to the head, how to kill an opponent insuch a way that the audience cringes, and how to do allof this safely while selling it to the camera. Includesseveral pre-choreographed fights that demonstratehow all of these techniques work into a full-speed bat-tle. 65 min. F2634DVD $89.95

Swordfighting: Intermediate- Tricks & TerrorThis program teaches students how you how to fightwith two-handed broadswords and weapons alongwith basic and intermediate martial arts kicks andpunches. There are more advanced moves, strikes,additions to the numbering system, brutal hand-to-hand moves and several fights that will keep youraudience enthralled. 65 min. F2635DVD $89.95

Swordfighting: Advanced- Multiple Weapons & OpponentsLearn how to apply the French numbering system toweapons including: Rapier/Dagger, Lightsaber/Lightsaber,Cutlass/Cutlass and more. This program teaches moreadvanced moves, martial arts hand-to-hand, blisteringdemo fights with multiple opponents, and an entireexplanation of spacing, timing and the miracle ofshooting multiple opponent action with a camera.65 min. F2636DVD $89.95

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Auditioning For CommercialsWhat type of commercials are there? How do you read acommercial script? What makes a successful audition?Learn the process of auditioning for commercials and how to put your best footforward. Through a relaxed workshop dialogue with professional director andacting teacher Paul Awad, students discuss and work through exercises designedto give them the techniques and skills neccessary for a succcessful commercialaudition. 35 min.

F1120DVD $99.00

Theatre, Performing ArtsAuditioning • Actor/Acting Coach/Casting Director

Auditioning For CameraPaul Awad, professional director and acting teacher, guides students throughworkshop exercises created to help actors make the most of their audition time,bring out their unique qualities and give them a solid grasp of the auditioningprocess and the skills necessary to get the part. 35 min.

F1121DVD $99.00

Audition: Series With Michael ShurtleffMichael Shurtleff teaches an approach to acting that helpsstudents learn to locate their own inner strengths and bringthese strengths to bear with maximum energy and force in eachrole and each moment on the stage.In the four programs of Audition: The Video Series, Michael explores the 12 guide-posts with a group of workshop students. Each guidepost is articulated byMichael, then illustrated by the presentation and analysis of brief scenes.Michael probes relentlessly to help his students find the core of each scene andto take emotional risks along the way.

Audition: Part ThreeCommunication and Competition: Getting beyond self-expression to truecommunication: a continuous cycle of messages and responses, energized bycompetition.

Importance: Locating the dramatic core. Even a minor character must approacheach scene as if their life will be destroyed if they don’t win.

Finding The Events: “What’s really happening in the play?” It’s always a changein relationship and the actor must locate that change and find a way tophysicalize it. 30 min.

F934DVD $99.95

Audition: Part FourPlace: Creating a sense of place even on a bare stage. The emotional relationshipto place is more important than the place itself.

Game Playing and Role Playing: Games and roles are not insincere or fantasy,they are the structures through which we process reality and relationships.

Mystery and Secret:Articulation of role and motive only go so far. At the core of anygreat performance is a core of mystery, of wonder and of the inexplicable. 30 min.

F935DVD $99.95

Audition: Part OneRelationship: Michael demonstrates that actors must always ask “Where is thelove in the scene?” even in a scene of conflict, to get to the deepest emotionalcontent.

Conflict: “What are you fighting for?“ Michael shows how actors must search outthe conflict in every scene. Without conflict, there is no drama.

The Moment Before: Michael and his students explore how to start a secnewith full energy. Something must propel you onto the stage and it must be anaction, not simply an idea or a mood. 30 min.

F932DVD $99.95

Audition: Part TwoHumor: Humor is not jokes; humor arises from pain and enables us to carry onin spite of it. Discover how to search out the humor in even the most tragic scene.

Opposites:Whatever your motivation in a scene, your performance should alsoinclude its opposites; the tension in the scene will arise from sudden alterationbetween the opposites.

Discoveries: A scene, even an audition scene, can quickly become rote. Michaelshows how to keep “making things happen for the first time” through a constantprocess of discovery. 30 min.

F933DVD $99.95

Auditioning For The Actor★★★★ Four Stars - Highly Recommended!

University of California acting teacher WilliamAnton shows how to evaluate your own strengths asan actor and then how to select material thatsupports those strengths. As actors provide exam-ples of monologues, prepared scenes, cold readingsand semi-cold readings, Anton critiques their per-formance. Going beyond do’s and don’ts for theaudition itself he explores pre-audition skills andstrategies that will help an actor to feel preparedand confident. Acting students at any level as wellas working professionals, can benefit from thisstraightforward, easily assimilated plan. 46 min.

F613DVD $79.00

Audition Techniques This video prepares students or other aspiring actors for successful auditions inhigh school theatre, community theatre, university theatre, professional theatreand theme parks. Learn how to analyze and rehearse your monologue/song, pre-pare the audition, to vocally and physically warm up before the audition, properand improper auditions, to select the right monologue or the right song, coldreadings, prepare your resume and photographs. 70 min.

VHS: F977 $119.00 F977DVD $119.00

AuditioningAllan Miller has taught and directed thousands ofactors including: Barbara Streisand, DustinHoffman, Meryl Streep, Lily Tomlin, Judd Hirsch,Dianne Wiest, Peter Boyle, Kirstie Alley, SigourneyWeaver, Ron Leibman, Bruce Davison, RueMcClanahan, Geraldine Page and Jim Caviezel, andhas acted in over 200 films, TV shows and plays.Learn practical advice and techniques on how toachieve a successful audition in any situation,whether it's a cold reading, a warm reading, a pre-pared monologue or a call back. Miller directsactors as they give live auditions for him. The mostvaluable section of this tape are Miller's sugges-

tions for enduring the rigors of waiting for your name to be called and how to usethe time to "tune up" and build confidence. 43 min.

F911DVD $99.00


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The Theatres Of Asia: An IntroductionThis program is of special interest not only to dramateachers but to teachers of social sciences, culturalstudies and languages. The best of Professor DavidGeorge's private and unique collection of slides on Asiantheatre is now, for the first time, available on video.Accompanied by a commentary, which places the major forms of bothAsian classical and folk theatre in their cultural context, this video introducesAsian theatre through the roles it plays in the lives of Asian people and itsspecial relationship to young people. 50 min.

F986DVD $149.00

Theatre, Performing ArtsVocal Coach/Theatre Director • Stage Production, Vocal Techniques

Voice Skills - Level IIEric Vetro brings you to a higher level of vocal development. Learn to master thetechniques that professional singers, speakers and actors use. Teaches voicestrengthening and development for compelling performances, how to improveyour speaking and singing voice and how to cultivate healthy habits to protectand maintain your voice. 47 min. F1266DVD $99.00

A Voice Of Your OwnBy Patsy Rodenburg“Patsy Rodenburg engages the heart, themind and the body.” - Richard EyreAn instructional program that teaches you how to bal-ance the body, free and warm up your voice, center thebody, develop a greater range, get rid of tension, keep thevoice healthy, develop efficient breathing, speak so thatpeople want to listen and support your voice. 60 min.

VHS: F3284 $59.95

Voice Skills - Level IIIEric Vetro shares the techniques and vocal exercises he uses with his all-starclientele in Hollywood and on Broadway. This program teaches you how to max-imize your voice’s flexibility and endurance, expand your vocal and dynamicranges to their maximum capacity and how to dazzle your audience with acaptivating style and beautiful voice. 38 min. F1267DVD $99.00

Performing Shakespeare★★★★★ Five Stars!“This video is a nuts and bolts building block to support theacting curriculum.” - Video Rating Guide For LibrariesKathleen Conlin, Director of the Ohio University school of theatre, presents aunique and highly physical series of exercises that move from exploration ofspecific words and phrases through the development of completeShakespearean scenes. This detailed process enables actors to merge visceral,physical, vocal and imaginative work with the demands of complex text. 75 min.

F618DVD $148.00

Advanced Workout For The ActorDevelop improved breathing and vocal projection in thisexcellent follow up to Voice Workout For The ActorIn this sequel to the popular Voice Workout For The Actor,Susan Leigh focuses on the mechanics of breathing andvocal projection. Beginning with a remarkably effectiverelaxation sequence, Susan leads the viewer througha series of simple stretching, Yoga and rib awarenessexercises leading gradually up to a controlled vocalproduction. This tape can be used by the beginning actorto develop breath and projection skills or by theexperienced actor as a fresh approach into solving oldproblems. 40 min.

VHS: F616 $79.00 F616DVD $99.00

Voice Workout For The Actor“★★★★ Four Stars - Highly Recommended!”- Video Rating Guide For Libraries“An excellent 30 minute whole-body workout. Unlike exercisetapes, this program is appropriately low key and relaxing,since it is meant to prepare - not tire - the actor for performance.”- Stage DirectionsVoice expert Susan Leigh provides the actor with a com-plete voice and body warm-up. The sequence includesfull-body relaxation and stretching, followed by exercisesfor pitch and resonance, clarity, dynamic vocal control andtongue twisters.

This popular program can be used in a group setting orby the individual and serves as an effective preparationfor classes, rehearsals and performance. Use three tofour times per week for maximum effectiveness. 33 min.

VHS: F615 $79.00 F615DVD $99.00

Speaking of CreativityHow To Be Creative - As Told by the CreatorsHosted by Stacey StoneNine extraordinary individuals who have excelled in theirfields reveal the secrets of their creativity. This programteaches how sensory awareness affects the creativeprocess, what creativity feels like and recurring themes- personal and professional. 48 min.

Features:Joel Asher, Dori Atlantis, Richard Bruland, Fu-DingCheng, Gordon Hunt, Jon Lawrence Rivera, Maria Royce,Mimi Seton, Stacey Stone & Charlayne Woodard.

F1174DVD $69.95

Creative Drama & Improvisation“An excellent introduction to the art ofimprovisation and a welcome addition toall high school and college acting classes,as well as theatre groups.” - Video RatingGuide For LibrariesHost Rives Collins of Northwest University leads a livelygroup of students through a dozen theatre games andimprovisational exercises. Collins emphasizes sponta-neous response, visualization and especially divergentthinking. These exercises give invaluable tools for warmup, rehearsal, self-exploration & character development.110 min.

VHS: F648 $119.00 F648DVD $119.00

Blocking A Scene: Basic Staging With Actors★★★★★ Five Stars!Michael Joyce and two student directors demonstrate the basic steps in blockinga scene. They begin with script analysis, dividing the scene into working units,while providing practical tips for laying out and developing a floor plan. Eachstudent director tackles the same scene but with a different approach while Joyceanalyzes the blocking process and discusses alternatives. The work demonstratedin this video is based on a scene from Shaw’s Candida. 70 min.

VHS: F617 $148.00 F617DVD $158.00

Voice SkillsDevelop your speaking and singing voice to it’smaximum potential with this easy to use step-by-stepprogram taught by acclaimed voice teacher and vocalcoach Eric Vetro. Discover the secrets to creating acommanding and powerful voice. Learn superior breathcontrol & vocal support. Develop better pitch andprofessional tone quality while discovering vocal power& versatility. 45 min.

F1265DVD $99.00

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Theatre, Performing ArtsActing & Directing • Casting Director/Director/Agent/Acting Coach

Getting The Part With Joel Asher“An extremely valuable tool for all actors.”- Asaad Kelada,Director, Designing Women, Night Court & Family TiesWorld-renowned acting coach Joel Asher shows youhow to focus the power of the imagination, breakdownscenes and read with non-actors. You’ll see actorsin the class “audition” in six different scenes andwatch as Joel’s coaching remarkably transforms theirperformances. 50 min.

F902DVD $69.95

Agents Tell It Like It Is With Joel AsherAward winning director and distinguished acting coachJoel Asher interviews top commercial film and TV agents who candidly reveal whatevery actor should know. Subjects covered include: what agents look for in actors,which actors get signed, what should actors look for in agents and what makes agood agent. 50 min.

F983DVD $69.95

Casting Directors Tell It Like It Is What are casting directors really looking for? JoelAsher, award winning director & distinguished actingcoach interviews Hollywood casting directors to findout. Featuring Fern Champion, C.S.A. (Network, NakedGun, Saturday Night Fever) Danny Goldman,(National/Regional Commercials) Lindsay Chag, (RobinHood-Men In Tights, Anything But Love) Joey Paul, C.S.A.(Adam 12, FBI: The Untold Stories, Great Detectives). 40 min.

F984DVD $69.95

What’s The Score? Text Analysis For The Actor★★★★★ Five Stars - Excellent!“Recommended for every library collection supporting a college,university or professional school theatre curriculum.”- Video Rating Guide for LibrariesIn the first section of this fascinating video Dr. ArthurWagner (creator of The Graduate acting programs atTulane, Ohio, Temple and UC San Diego) presents a prac-tical system for text analysis. Each action of a script isexamined in terms of immediate and overall objectivesand then related to personal experience. The second sec-tion presents a powerful methodology for examiningcharacter dynamics and interactions, based on the mod-els of transactional analysis. Wagner illustrates his pres-entation with characters and scenes from A StreetcarNamed Desire and other well-known plays.

What’s The Score? condenses a whole theory of characterand relationships into a concentrated 85 minute presentation. It is valuable notonly for actors but for directors and writers as well. 85 min.

F614DVD $148.00

The Working Actor: Teachers On ActingHow do you assist natural talent to full expression? What isgetting to the heart of acting all about? How is the power ofthe performance moved into film and television?Three prominent teachers discuss these issues as you view scenes from theiracting workshops with emphasis on specific improvisational techniques and thebuilding of a character step-by-step. 21 min.

F736DVD $149.00

The Working Actor: Actors On ActingFour seasoned professionals talk about their craft. Their emphasis is on makinga character come alive and evoking authentic emotional responses on stage.They also discuss approaches to body movement, research, work with the scripts,rehearsal techniques and modes of actor/director communication. 27 min.

F735DVD $149.00

Wireless Microphones In The TheatreThe CD-ROM is a self-directed and interactive learningtool with five learning sections that teach all aspectsof wireless mic usage, including equipment selection,attachment of mics, dressing in the hair, costumemodifications and production costs. Please specify PCor MAC format when ordering. 90 min.

F1110CD-PC $149.00 F1110CD-MAC $149.00

Building A CharacterTruthful and realistic character development is the theme of this insightfulprogram. R. Scott Lank, Acting Professor at the University of Evansville, guides agroup of students though the process of character development, examining theelements of character analysis, physical work, vocal work, emotional work,combining all the elements and rehearsal guidelines. 86 min.

VHS: F972 $119.00 F972DVD $149.00

Mike Fenton’s Actors Workshop“A must see for anyone that aspires to be an actor!” - FrankMarshall: Director, Producer: Signs, The Sixth Sense.Mike Fenton, with over 35 years of casting experienceand renowned casting director of titles such as TheGodfather II, Back to the Future I, II & III, Total Recall, E.T.,shows his expertise covering in depth, topics such asEntertainment Business Primer, Resumes, Headshots,Video Demo Reels, Managers, Agents, Auditions andmore. Includes over 5 1/2 hours of valuable advice,questions and answers and some of the most interestingstories ever told by the ultimate industry insider. 5 hours.

F1178DVD $99.00

Shurtleff On ActingAn unforgettable hour with the famous cast-ing director, author and teacher. He helpedlaunch the careers of Barbara Streisand,Robert Redford, Lily Tomlin, DustinHoffman, Bette Midler and many others.Join Michael Shurtleff for a dynamic series of acting work-shops. Learn how to find the core of each scene and howto take the emotional risks along the way. The workshopscenes are complemented by remarkable interviews withShurtleff, Gene Hackman, Elliot Gould and others,unfolding the story of Michael Shurtleff's work with manyof the luminaries of the American stage and screen. 60 min.

F657DVD $159.00

Acting One, Day OneWith Robert CohenBest selling theatre textbook author Robert Cohen(University of California) describes and illustrates hisfour basic principles of acting. He employs a simple exer-cise in which students first recite the American Pledge ofAllegiance, then learn to act this text as part of a dramaticsituation.

These four points (Goal, Other People, Tactics,Expectations) are an essential starting point for thestudy of all acting methods and styles. 35 min.

F981DVD $99.00

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Acting In Film By Michael CaineAcademy Award Winning actor Michael Caine, internationally acclaimed forhis talented performancces in movies for over twenty-five years, shares hispersonal insights into the art and science of film acting.Mr. Caine gives you a once-in-a-lifetime chance to robhim blind! The man who’s hypnotized the camera lens-es for a quarter of a century reveals the most closelyguarded secrets on script preparation, working with thedirector, forming a character, voice, sound, and move-ment. Pearl by pearl he lays out the Caine wisdom oneverything from set politics to set decorum, the filmbureaucracy and more! 60 min.

F3034DVD $59.95

Directors On Acting With Joel AsherThe relationship between Actor and Director is crucial. When it works “Magic” canhappen on the screen. When it doesn’t, careers can be ruined. This programpresents five prominent film and television directors who explain how thiscollaboration works. 60 min. F903DVD $69.95

Acting In Restoration Comedy“Callow directs a workshop of youngactors & subjects them to his own rigorous& scrupulous appraisal.”- Radio Times, London.Callow, one of Britain’s foremost actors, shows the wayto attain clarity and hilarity in some of the mostdelightful roles ever conceived for the theatre. Withthe text as his inspiration, he shapes an actor’s sensi-bility, coaching a performance that will show fullknowledge of the age. A 60-minute workshop directed by Simon Callow, usingscenes from The Relapse by Sir John Vanbrugh. 60 min. F3035DVD $59.95

Acting In High Comedy By Maria Altken“A lively session on high comedy, with examples fromCoward, Wilde, Sheridan & Cosgreve.” - The London SundayTimes. 60 min. F3116DVD $59.95

Acting In Tragedy By Brian Cox“...in the end, it is we actors who are on the spot... Scenesthat start rehearsal as straight forward Shakespeare babble,assume dramatic shape.” - The Times, London. 60 min.

F3114DVD $59.95

Acting In Shakespearean Comedy By Janet Suzman“Totally and incisively in charge, her unscripted preamble is adramatic lesson in itself; with all the right places to create adramatic effect you can cut with a knife. Her dissertation onthe difference between tragedy and comedy is masterly.”- The London Sunday Times. 60 min. F3115DVD $59.95

The Directing Process Dale McFadden, a winner of Chicago's "Jefferson Award" shows how to select,organize and direct a theatrical production successfully. Features the history ofdirecting, working with designers, how to select a play, the principles of staging,text analysis, blocking and picturization, successful collaboration and rehearsingthe play. This program is not only helpful to theatre students but is also atremendous asset to first time directors. 90 min. VHS: F973 $119.00

A Creative Partnership: The Actor & DirectorEducare Award For Educational Films, Open Award For ExcellenceThis program traces a segment of a feature film from the early stages of castingthrough auditions, screen tests, character development, rehearsal process and theshoot. The focus is on the development of the actor/director relationship throughthe various stages of production. The dual narration by director and actors pro-vides valuable insights for people working on both sides of the camera. 37 min.

F739DVD $149.00

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Theatre, Performing ArtsActor/Director/Theatre Manager • Acting, American Contemporary Theatre

Making The Play Featuring The Hemingway/Dos Passos WarsA one hour documentary that brings to life the experience of a professionaltheatre production. Watch as the director shapes the play in rehearsal, the actorsbring life to their roles, the set designer builds the set and dance and lighting areblended into the final production. 60 min. F994DVD $79.95

Mass Murder“…an intense one-on-one encounter with aseries of five serial murderers.” – Wall StreetJournalSpend an intimate evening with the twentieth century’smost notorious serial killers, including Ted Bundy, RichardRamirez (the Night Stalker), and Aileen Wuornos (America’sFirst Female Serial Killer). Comes complete with Study Guide.86 min. F860DVD $39.95

Straight“Fabulously intelligent, witty… and important.”– San Francisco WeeklyStraight is a hilarious and subversive excursion into the world of conversion ther-apy, where homosexuals are reputedly made “straight.” Join acclaimed writer/per-former David Schmader as he plunges into the heart of this dangerous territory.Comes complete with Study Guide. 100 min. DVD: F863DVD $39.95

Compelling Independent Fringe Theatre Avid students of theatre will find these plays help fill the gapbetween theatre theory & practice. These plays are fresh,smart, unconventional, unique, off-off Broadway showsstaged in small, intimate theatres.

The Magnificent Welles “An excellent program for any theatre department.Recommended for academic libraries.”– Library JournalThis acclaimed one-man play charts the spectacular riseand fall of film genius Orson Welles. Marcus Wolland deftlyimpersonates Welles in this performance that is both amemoir of Welles’ breathtaking career and a chronicle ofhis losing power struggle over The Magnificent Ambersons, themovie that followed Citizen Kane. Opening black and whitefootage, a great script, various camera angles, occa-sional special effects and audience reactions addvariety to the performance. Comes complete with StudyGuide. 93 min. F1101DVD $39.95

The HaintA wonderful example of southern storytelling. Featuresthe “phenomenally talented” Troy Mink (Seattle Weekly)playing 13 different characters – from a ghost-bustingsheriff to a chain-smoking atheist. Comes with StudyGuide. 60 min. F861DVD $39.95

Poona“This is humor in its lowdown down-town mode and it is irresist ible." – The New York TimesThese outrageous “Fairy tales for Grown-ups" are not for the easily offended!Follow Poona’s twisted path to the Kingdom of Do (where no one did) and meetThe Man Who Can Sell Anything, Suzy-Suzy Cyber-Assassin, Mr. Beer, spacealiens and God (who will answer any question for five bucks). Nothing is sacredin this raucous assault on the power of language. 120 min. F864DVD $39.95

Jokes and Their Relation to the Unconscious“Recommended.” – Library JournalChicago’s Neo-Futurists, aided by fellow assassins Sigmund Freud and UncleMiltie, attempt to kill comedy by explaining why it’s funny – which only makes itfunnier. “An intelligent examination of what makes people laugh and one that actually makespeople laugh.”-Apollo Movie Guide. Comes complete with study guide. 83 min.

F862DVD $39.95

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The Advertising & The TV Commercial SeriesThis series of five training programs examines how televisioncommercials are made and who they affect. Each program isaccompanied by comprehensive study notes.

The 'Nike' TV Commercial Every aspect of a NIKE ad is dissected to reveal the extraordinary path of themaking of a TV commercial. Here the creative director of the advertising agencyexplains the thinking behind the commercial.

He outlines their original brief and analyses the strategy they used to achieve theeffect they wanted. This is followed by an explanation of the production of thecommercial itself. 33 min.

F962DVD $99.00

The Making Of The 'MMM' CommercialThe first TV commercial for new FM radio station 'MMM' is historically one of themost interesting and technically brilliant pieces of visual advertising ever seen.

Here viewers are introduced to the technical elements of concept development,complex animation, special visual effects and light manipulation, together witha shot-by-shot explanation of how the commercial was made. 40 min.

F961DVD $99.00

Advertising: The Hidden LanguageDr. Philip Bell of the National Academy of Advertising shows how successful adsimplicate the viewer in the completion of fantasy narratives. 50 min.

F742DVD $59.95

The Role Of The Advertising AgencyThis program features Australian-owned advertising agency Box Emery& Partners, offering a privileged look at the way an agency works and how itproduces the materials that will promote the products and services of itsclients. 25 min.

F963DVD $99.00

The Role Of Research In AdvertisingThis program looks at the role ofresearch into public attitudes toadvertisements and how the resultsof this research can affect both thesales of the product and the way inwhich the product is advertised. Itincludes a lively debate which illus-trates the ongoing and emotiveconflict between the creativeprocess and the requirements ofresearchers and clients. 36 min.

F964DVD $99.00

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How Ratings Work - Audience Feedback SystemsUnravel the mystery, science and artof ratings for TV, Radio and theInternet. This program is a valuableinstructional aide for mass commu-nications and media instructors.Topics covered in the programinclude: early rating systems,Nielsen - equipment, methodology,reports, adapting to industrychanges, arbitron, other ratingsservices, measurement calculation,how ratings are used, audience andother forms of feedback, financial issues and the future with the Internet. 30 min.

F2604DVD $99.95

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