Jameel Saleem was our very first guest on THE DOUBLE DOWN FILM SHOW back in January 2008. Well, since then, he’s written and directed his first feature film entitled Cream Soda. Check out the trailer above. Congrats, homie

The Double Down Film Show will return next month with Season 3! Join the Double Down Film Community HERE.

(VIA JAMEEL SALEEM YOUTUBE)

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2nd @ 9pm EST

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On the next Double Down Film Show, we’ll be going over film festival survival tips for indie filmmakers with our special guest, Chris Gore. Chris is the founder of the Film Threat magazine and website and also author of the wildly popular film book, “Chris Gore’s Ultimate Film Festival Survivor’s Guide”, which has just been released in a new and updated fourth edition.

• What are the best film festivals that you’ve never heard of?
• How should you network at a festival event?
• What should you be prepared to do the moment you’re accepted?
• Which festivals do distributors attend?
• What should be in your festival press kit?

The insider answers to all these questions and more will be laid bare in our no-holds-barred interview with the very frank (and funny) Chris Gore. We give you straight answers to pressing questions, for filmmakers by filmmakers, every Wednesday night…Listen and learn.

WARNING: This particular conversation contains some adult language not suitable for children under 18.

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And check out Film Threat for reviews and info on hidden gems, like this little known Stanley Kubrick film, Day of the Fight”…

Double 7 Film November Events! from Double 7 on Vimeo.

Here are the RSVP / Event Pages for all the events listed in the video!

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DIRECTING ACTORS TV

SHORT SHORTS — EPISODE 14

SHORT SHORTS TRAILER

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On the next Double Down Film Show we’ll rap to Assistant Director, Greg Staley, who has helped to shepherd a dozen plus independent films through production over the years.

One of the unsung heroes on any set is the A.D. Hiring a good and experienced Assistant Director can be the difference between making the day and busting the budget or the difference between a well-functioning crew and a chaotic set. Few positions on set can have the impact to make or break a production the way the A.D. does, so understanding their role is vital to your project’s success.

What little production secrets do A.D.’s know that you don’t?
What type of temperament does an A.D. need?
Who’s on the typical A.D.’s team?
What type of logic goes into scheduling a big day?
When should you bring an A.D. onboard and what can do they do for you?

…The answers to these pressing questions and more will all be revealed on the next Double Down Film Show. Straight answers to real filmmaking problems from some of the best artists and craftspeople in the industry delivered straight to your ear every Wednesday night. Listen and learn.

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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11th, 2009
Tune in @ 9pm EST

From Your Computer HERE or From Your Phone @ 646-929-1956

On the next Double Down Film Show we have a double-header of filmmaking knowledge. First up is colorist, Eric Alvarado (Sex and the City, Fog of War, Tupac: Resurrection), who’s gonna walk us through the process of color-correction and discuss some of the many ways that a colorist can enhance the production value and visual story-telling on your next project. Exactly what does a colorist do and how can you help them do it better for your project? Eric will break down the answer in living color on the next episode.

After that we’ll converse with Tiare White and Camille Landau, the authors of the classic film book, What They Don’t Teach You In Film School: 161 Strategies for Making Your Movie No Matter What. There is a huge catalogue of practical knowledge about the psychology, reality, and delicate daily minutia of filmmaking that you can only be picked up from painful experience or by having the foresight to study a book of wisdom like this (and listening to Double Down Film Show of course). These set-savvy Hollywood producers will share some of the best insights from their popular film book for your ears only. The Double Down Film Show…bringing you “the real” every Wednesday night. Listen and Learn. The back door to film school is now open.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4th, 2009
Tune in @ 9pm EST

* From Your Computer HERE
* From Your Phone: 646-929-1956

FYI: Eric also did the color on the music video I directed for JOE. You can see the final below:

We’re Family Music Video from Double 7 on Vimeo.

On the next Double Down Film Show we’ll delve into the fine art of Shameless Self-Promotion. If you make a project and nobody knows about it, does it really exist?…Our answer is, No. In order for a project to have a successful launch, the public must first be made aware of it. A project only exists in the public consciousness when someone plants it there. Thanks to the digital age, there are more ways than ever to plant the seeds of your project in the public’s mind and many of them are free or dirt cheap.

* How can you establish credibility as an unknown filmmaker?
* Why should you brand yourself?
* How can you establish and maintain a healthy online presence?
* What can you do to partner with like-minded communities?
* How can you put your fans to work for you?
* Why is networking one of the most important things you can do?

Listen in as we break down the answers to these questions and more in a live consulting session with Double Down Film Community member, Hiral Shah, whose new comedy TV series, DeSiCiTi, is a hilarious and timely South Asian spin on love and sex in New York City. Using DeSiCiti as a case-study, we’ll give our specific strategies for establishing a stronger presence online, attracting free promotion, partnering with other people and otherwise making a name for yourself and your project as you launch your first efforts. Every Wednesday night, listen and learn.

*** WATCH THE DESICITI TRAILER ***

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Wednesday, October 21st @ 9pm EST!!!

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14TH @ 9PM EST

Hosted by Pete Chatmon and Anthony Artis

Our special guest on the next Double Down Film Show will be notable film producer, MONTY ROSS. Monty began his filmmaking career as an acting student at Clark Atlanta University where he had the remarkable experience of being classmates with the likes of Spike Lee, Jasmine Guy, Bill Nunn, and Samuel L. Jackson amongst others.

During a filmmaking career that spans from the 80’s to present day, Monty was one of Spike Lee’s first producing collaborators who produced She’s Gotta Have It, School Daze, Do The Right Thing, Crooklyn, Malcolm X and more.

• How can what you don’t know work to your advantage?
• What do talented producers look for when choosing directors?
• How can you develop your own “do or die” attitude and methodology?
• How can you choose the right project and director to work with?
• What are the red flags of a potentially bad filmmaking partnership?

Monty Ross will give you his straight-forward advice and candid anecdotes on all of the above in this extended interview on the realities of pushing film projects all the way through from concept to completion with limited resources. Close the gap between filmmaking theory and filmmaking reality every Wednesday night. The back door to film school is now open.

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14TH @ 9PM EST

On the next Double Down Film Show we’ll be cracking open the back door to law school to discuss some common legal issues that affect indie filmmakers with our featured guest, entertainment attorney, Andre Des Rochers, whose firm has represented a number of notable indie features, including director Lee Daniel’s hot new project, “PRECIOUS, Based on the Novel PUSH by Sapphire”.

• At what point in production should you bring an attorney on board?

• How can you protect yourself in a partnership with collaborators?

• What is the attorney’s role in feature fundraising?

• What are some of the red flags of a bad distribution deal?

• How can you stay out of trouble when using music in your film?

The “Show” is only half the equation, the other half is the “Business”. Just capturing your vision on the screen is hard enough, but successfully seeing that vision all the way through to full distribution requires the input of a good attorney.

Find out what you most need to know to shepherd and protect your vision from concept to premiere…only on the Double Down Film Show.

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7TH
9PM EST

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That there is an original design by Brian Famous. It’s called “Pinstripe Face”, and while I think everyone should craft their own style, this line of t-shirts has enough different designs that everyone can find something that fits their unique flow. Check out the website HERE and learn a lil more about Brian Gallarello, the man behind the designs, by reading this INTERVIEW.

Don’t forget to listen in to the Double Down Film Show tomorrow at 9pm by clicking HERE. Brian Famous is our sponsor. We are his fans.

On the next Double Down Film Show, we’ll rap with director, Seith Mann. After completing NYU’s graduate film program with his award-winning short, Five Deep Breaths, Seith has gone on to direct episodes of some of the hottest shows on television including The Wire, Friday Night Lights, Entourage, Grey’s Anatomy, Cold Case and more! We’ll talk about life after film school, the “do’s” and “don’ts” for aspiring directors on set, TV vs. Film, plus more practical advice and real talk about the things you won’t learn in a classroom…only on The Double Down Film Show. Filmmaking reality starts here!

Tune in @ 9pm on 9/23 by clicking HERE

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Anywhere in the world!