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DFM Learning Resources
Links to Digital Film Making internet resources.  This list of links is replicated from the Giorgasboard forum .
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  Link   Video Contest News
Information about a wide variety of video contests available online.
  Link   Screenplay Structure
Examination of story structure, how 3 acts and 5 key turning points define a successful screenplay.
  Link   Deinterlacing Video Guide
Some helpful tips for deinterlacing video for display on progressive scan screens. Explanations of interlaced video and pictures abound.
  Link   Script Frenzy
An annual screenplay writing challenge. The official website contains how to write guides for screenplay excellence!
  Link   Variety
The most popular trade publication for the film industry publishes it's most current content on their website.
  Link   Film Underground
This site has many articles and an extensive knowledge base for independent film makers.
  Link   Spidvid
A social network for video creators. Share your thoughts & ideas with like-minded videographers.
  Link   Follow EMRASFilmmaking on Twitter
Check this page for updates or follow EMRASFilmmaking on Twitter. Look here often for class updates and important event notices.
  Link   Filmmaking.net
An online website & community for independent film makers.
  Link   Film Making FAQ
Frequently asked questions about film making at Filmmaking.net
  Link   Filmsite.org
American Movie Classics (AMC) maintains an informative website for film fans.
  Link   Glossary of Cinematic Terms
Filmsite.org provides a large glossary of film terms.
  Link   Internet Movie Database
IMDB.com is a leading resource for information about films, actors and crew.
  Link   Because of Mama - Writing for Short Film
Thoughts and tips for writing short film format.
  Link   Because of Mama - Step Outline
Professional example of a step outline.
  Link   Because of Mama - Final Script
Example of a professional screenplay.
  Link   Examples on Done Deal Professional
See samples of production outlines, releases, treatments and more.
  Link   Done Deal Professional
Subscription service for serious screen writers looking to sell or option their writing.
  Link   For a Few Days More - Sample Screenplay
This screenplay explains writing technique and formatting while telling a story.
  Link   Sample 720P HD Youtube Video
A stunning time lapse video showcasing the quality of 720P HD video (be sure to click the HD button). Note that this video will not play back smoothly on some computer systems.
  Link   Open Film
A prominent high quality alternative to Youtube
  Link   31 Free Alternatives to Youtube
Youtube may be the most popular but it's not the only online video community.
  Link   Some Really Good Youtube Alternatives
Even more alternatives to Youtube.
  Link   Youtube
Arguably the World's most popular video sharing website.
  Link   El Monte Digital Film's Youtube Channel
See El Monte Rosemead Adult School's Youtube channel.
  Link   Darryl's Youtube Channel
Darryl's videos on Youtube.
  Link   Youtube Encoding Tips
Official guide for encoding video uploads for Youtube.
  Link   Celtx Software
Powerful and free pre production software for film screenplays and more.
  Link   Video Basics 5 by Herbert Zettl
Buy the recommended textbook for Digital Film Making class at Amazon.com
  Link   Unofficial EMRAS DFM Textbook
Wiki Books' Film Making Manual is a free community textbook.
  Link   Film Method Podcast
Weekly podcast for independent film makers that details many of the specifics that otherwise can only be learned on the set.
 
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