It’s been said that if a documentary has a sufficiently electrifying subject and the bulk of the picture consists of archival footage, then you pretty much can’t lose. With an 8/10 on IMDB and an 85% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, it looks like the legendary singer and civil rights READ MORE >
One of the best aspects of advertising is its collaborative nature. Strategists, brand managers, writers, photographers, programmers, producers and financial wiz kids, all coming together to create something meaningful. That’s why Hitrecord.org is close to our hearts. Think of Hitrecord.org as an online studio where artists come together to collaborate READ MORE >
Many of our favorite movies; Doctor Zivago, Titanic, Spiderman, were designed to dazzle audiences on the big screen, but here’s one, perhaps the first film, designed to be watched on a 15-inch laptop. “Unfriended” or “The Computer Screen Movie” is a kind of B-movie horror film about a group of teens READ MORE >
The opening and closing scenes of a movie are important. They set up mood, ask or answer questions, and can provide closure. Some might even say these shots are the most important to the movie as a whole. Jacob T. Swinney is of this mindset. In his latest project, Swinney READ MORE >
What do Aretha Franklin, Mindy Kaling, Natalie Young, and Nick Woodman have in common? At some point in their careers they hit obstacles. Through strength and tenacity each were able to achieve their dreams. American Express plays into this theme with their new campaign. The brand has been with you READ MORE >
Jason Headley tells stories. It’s in the header of his website and it’s simple and true. He utilizes a variety of mediums to tell his stories; he’s not a one trick pony. Web shorts. Pilot presentations. Advertising. Short films. Novels. Essays. Documentary Shorts. Headley uses all of these methods to READ MORE >
The epitome of class; James Bond is a man that has it all figured out. Swanky job with MI6, the newest tech transformed into spy gear, disposable income, an impeccable flair for dramatic drinks, and, of course, the cars. This time around, three cars will make an appearance in the upcoming READ MORE >
What could be better in this world full of short attention spans, big budgets, and endless possibilities? After anxiously awaiting the release of the Academy’s Short Film Nominees, the day has finally come! This year’s nominees represent quite a large range of films, all the better for our viewing pleasure. READ MORE >
The summer blockbuster season is (unofficially) over and the Thanksgiving-through-New Years Oscar nomination battle is still months off. Wondering what to expect in theaters in the in-between? Why the best mainstream movies of the year of course. Check out this quick and easily digested preview at RollingStone.com. We’re looking forward READ MORE >
Who are those girls who join the stage night after night with Bruce Springsteen, Lauren Hill, Stevie Wonder, Mick Jagger, Sting and Tina Turner? We didn’t know either until we checked out 20 Feet From Stardom. This new documentary sets out to shine the spotlight on the true, untold stories READ MORE >