Frederick Levy – författare

Where does a young filmmaker begin? With the right short-film concept and this book!The right short can be a filmmaker''s "business card" in Hollywood. Here''s the authoritative handbook by one of Hollywood''s most connected insiders that offers a step-by-step guide through the entire creative process of shooting a short film, as well as expert advice from established filmmakers, and a final game plan for promoting and selling the film once it''s in the can.Topics covered include: € Concept € Budget€ Finding equipment € Assembling a crew€ Casting€ Arranging for location€ Locating festivals and ancillary markets € Working with the unions€ Film vs. digital videoPlus:€ A list of film schools € Oscar-winning shorts and nominees€ A selection of short-film festivals€ Actual short-film budgets€ Sample scripts and shooting schedules € A helpful short-film glossary

A guidebook for child and teen actors and their parents on the UK and US TV and Film industries from top Hollywood talent manager Frederick Levy.• Training• The Tools (Headshots, CV)• The Players (Agents, Managers)• Auditions• Booking the Job• Working on set• Publicity• Child Labor Laws• Education• Parents in the Biz• Building a CareerFilled with anecdotes about working in the business, the book is an entertaining and informative read, offering firm, practical advice not just from the author but also from other actors, acting coaches, agents and casting directors from both sides of the Atlantic.