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Thanks Gordon. Will check out the site.

Hi all again. And Happy New Year. I am looking for a short 4 - 6 weeks hands on/intensive short course on filmaking and can only come up with those offered by NYFA. Would appreciate any recommendation on other reputable and good film academy/schools that offer similar courses, but they have to be hands on and intensive. Location is not a problem as long as they teach in English! Due to time factor and other responsibilities (I am a full time earner at a film distribution company), I can only afford to spare 4 - 6 weeks to learn all aspects of filmmaking, most notably shall be the art of camera handling, sound, cinematography (I am already a scriptwriter so narrative formats and the art of screenwriting should only be a bonus). As it is I am applying for a scholarship so a distinguished film academy/school would strengthen my application. Thanks all. Rahmat Adam Malaysia

Super informationa all. Thanks a bunch.

Its basically tape vs film stock. I figure I get more leeway by using tapes without budget overruns. Also, wouldn't the Sony F900 be friendlier that a Super 16mm? However, were you guys thinking about Arri's super 16mm cameras. The rental for this camera is, I would expect, dearer. Anyway, with Sony, there might be a possiblity of getting it on loan (albeit sponsored loan) and is easier to rent from most television production companies who offer competitive rates. Any further thoughts on this is much appreciated. Thanks again for all the comments. R. Adam

I admit, in my excitement at finally finding this site, I made the gravest mistake at asking a question without giving specifics. Am currently in film acquisitions at a reputable independent film company way out in the far east. In its agenda, the company has started out co-producing feature films. This is my break, I reckon, and not wanting this golden opportunity to slip away, I have seriously started initial pre-production for a short film. At least, with a quality end product, I am able to show the management what I can offer with hopes of getting a full fledged feature film off the ground. Whatever it is, the short film will act not only a feather in the hat, but at least I am able to submit it to short film festivals. At the same time, a couple of friends work in TV stations whom I am able to submit it for consideration (the possibilities are endless, though this is way too cliche for me to say). That is the plus point working as an insider in the industry, there are people who are willing to help you out. Still, I am taking the responsibility of not relying at all on handouts, so I have managed to pool some funds to start on this short film odyssey, making sure that the actors and crew are paid (no I am not someone who expects people to work for free, no matter how ideal it is). On the HD cam, therfore, I would need one that will ensure an end product that will be best for TV broadcast and if need be, will look great when blown up to 35mm for theatrical release (will most probably be done in Thailand). As an insider in the industry, I am able to find a sponsor from either the local Sony or Panasonic to loan a HD camera or alternatively I would have to rent from one of the production houses. Therefore, budget is not a problem though I wouldn't buy one for now. From my experience, the poeple at Sony and Panasonic are helpful and it helps that I am in the industry too. Thus is boils down to this, I would need to let them know what I specifically want without giving them the impression that I am just a one-off amateur who's as clueless as Cher Harowitz. At least with your help, it would make me look good, thus I would need help on any recommendations. Need a HD cam with external mic jack, manual exp, manual white bal, CCCDs, shootin locations: woods and indoors. Many thanks in advance. Rahmat Adam Apologies. In addition, I will not be lensing the short film. Am paying an acquaintance who's promising but extensive experience at corporate videos. However he is able and is a pro pahotgorpaher who's still have gone for compettion all over the world. Am taking a chance with him and he's willing to take a leap too. Still, I don't to look like an amatuer in front of him. We all have big heads don't we? Thanks again. Rahmat Adam

Am new and whilst going through the forums realized I posted my questeion on the wrong forum. So here goes again: This question probably had been asked before but anyways, am hoping for an updated answers. What is the best HD camera to use which end result is super for TV broadcast and equally good enough to be blown up to 35mm for a theatrical release? There is no budget. Help is most appreciated. In the meantime, am doing more research in this web site. Thanks all.