Google’s Android 7.0 “Nougat” update coming later this month
Cringe-worthy naming aside, “Nougat” should be arriving next week. At least for some smartphones. Version 7.0 of Google’s mobile operating system brings a slew of…
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Finding inspiration in ‘9 1/2 Weeks’ for making short films
One of my favorite past-times when it comes to video production is to look for inspiration in various places (art, cartoons, video games, movies, etc.).…
Film School MasterClass Review: Werner Herzog teaches filmmaking
“Capture the moment.” One of this online film school’s final suggestions is simple enough. But when it’s delivered by none other than legendary director and documentarian…
MVFF Closing Night Film: Interracial couple sentenced to prison in ‘Loving’
Film festival season will soon be here, and news and details have begun to emerge about one of our favorites, the Mill Valley Film Festival. Today…
Twilight director Catherine Hardwicke reveals filmmaking secrets (Video)
When it comes to Catherine Hardwicke one word comes to mind: hustle. As I discovered when I met the energetic director at the Mill Valley…
Android News: What’s new in Android 7.0 Nougat?
Android 7.0 is just around the corner. What should we expect from Google’s next major release, code-named Nougat, when it drops in the next few…
Sonos app update is all about flow of music
The best gets even better.
Canon EOS 80D DSLR: Best lens for shooting video?
What is the best lens for shooting video with the Canon EOS 80D (or 70D) DSLR camera? It seems that’s one of the most pressing…
Werner Herzog: Read visually-driven novels like ‘The Peregrine’ to better understand how to make films
The beauty of filmmaking, film culture, and film history is that it is an interdisciplinary study. And, it requires you to read. A lot. And…
Napa News: Culinary Institute of America expands, takes over Copia Center
Expansion is in the air for the famed Culinary Institute of America. The Napa Valley Register is reporting that the other CIA has received the…