| With film festivals operating year round, it's easy to sit back and enjoy the ride. Alas, with all the hullabaloo about who's on what jury, who's dating who, and what will be the sleeper hit of the year, the films themselves can get lost in the shuffle. There are good films out there, and they’re reaching a web audience that can view that content on its own terms.
Many directors start their foray into film with the music video. David Fincher, Michel Gondry and Spike Jonze all paid their dues with a little help from the likes of Madonna, Beck and Weezer. If you're wondering where the next gang of innovative directors is going to appear, look no further than colonelblimp.com. This production company has a current collective of 13 directors and a unique vision. With numerous awards and a solid roster of clients including The Chemical Brothers, Muse and Interpol, this company is well on its way to developing directors to watch in the future. A host of videos are available to download, as well as a few short films that are bound to impress.
If you’re looking to recapture the same feelings you had on your first visit to see David Lynch’s Eraserhead, try undergroundfilm.org. From minute-long shorts to hour-long features, you can see what the masses won’t – hermaphrodites with itchy brains, a send-up of ’60s cop shows with a religious flavour, and lots more. The site also provides a handy rating system for the new user, and feedback comments on tips for sound and lighting for contributors. This is both an excellent forum for filmmakers who are just getting started, and great entertainment for those of us who just like to watch. |
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