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We are deep in pre-production mayhem here at Raindance. Selecting the very best films is just part of the process. We need to get audiences in. And the tool we use is a really good, well-written film review. Reviewing an independent film at the Raindance Film Festival—or any film festival,… Read more »

Movies are more than just a visual experience. Viewers need auditory accompaniment to tie to the emotions and message of the film. Dialogue can do an excellent job of providing context, but music is a much more complex and effective tool for communicating those elements. So, what should you know? … Read more »

Filmmaking has transformed significantly, even within the last decade. Technology has helped to provide value to film productions with everything from accessible animation to artificial intelligence (AI) driven sound engineering. One of the most interesting developments at the moment is how 3D printing is being used in prop design and… Read more »

Everyone loves talking about the magic behind film creation. As significant as the creative processes are to bring a movie to life, budgeting and expenses are equally important.  Smaller indie films often face different challenges to meet the cost of production and obtain funding to flesh out ideas and get… Read more »

I have taken a four-day long weekend break. The result is a moment of clarity. I’ve just realised how to make your filmmaking goal happen. It’s a question I get asked time and time again in our monthly career surgery. It’s something so simple.  It’s called the Habit Rule. In… Read more »

Video marketing is evolving in 2024 as businesses seek new ways to boost brand awareness and connect with audiences. With the power of sight and sound combined with compelling storytelling, videos provide unmatched opportunities for brands to increase their visibility.  That’s why 70% of people who haven’t used video marketing… Read more »

Getting a new job can seem daunting, especially when facing the film industry’s bright lights and glamor. The first step is to look past your initial fears to avoid getting intimidated.  Productions need workers and those roles are attainable. The next steps are about staying on your toes and being… Read more »

There is nothing that can change public opinions faster than a movie. The shared experience of watching a movie that elicits emotio0n creates phenomenal impact. Many films have powerfully explored LGBTQ+ issues, contributing significantly to the representation and discussion of LGBTQ+ rights, identities, and experiences. Here is a list of… Read more »

It always happens to me in one of two situations: on a shoot at the end of a tortuously long day, Or, on a day like today.  We’re in the frantic run up to the film festival when the entire team is multitasking their tits off. And the pressure starts… Read more »

Our email inbox and phone answering machine is full of busy filmmaker questions. At Raindance, that means a lot of great new content is created and published and read – over 348,000 web visits in the past 30 days. That’s a lot of visits and makes Raindance the 2nd largest… Read more »