As television emerged as a popular form of entertainment in the 1950s, the representation of black characters on screen was limited and often stereotypical. In the early years of television, black characters were either absent or depicted as caricatures, often portraying negative stereotypes such as lazy or ignorant. One of the first black characters to …
Diversity in the film industry has long been a topic of concern and a source of activism. The lack of representation and opportunities for marginalized groups has had significant consequences, both in terms of the stories that are told and the ways in which they are told. Here is my partial wish list of goals …
While film sets can be serious places, it’s not uncommon for crew members to use a little bit of humor to lighten the mood. Here are some funny acronyms and slang terms that you might encounter on a film set: 1. A.D.D.: Assistant director’s disease. This term is used to describe the tendency of assistant …
A film set can be a busy and hectic place, and to help streamline communication and coordination, many film professionals use a variety of acronyms and abbreviations. Here are some common acronyms you might encounter on a film set: AD: Assistant director. The assistant director helps the director manage the logistics of the production and …
In the film industry, it can be overwhelming to start your own production company. With your own production company, you will be able to produce film and TV projects that motivate you from within. While anyone can start a production company, there are lots of business aspects that seem confusing and tedious to an average …
Here are my two bits about comedy,Comedy is a genre of fiction. Comedy is a humorous discourse. Comedy may or may not be acted out, and may or may not be theatrical but comedy has to be entertaining. That’s all comedy is, to its core. Comedy You’ve seen and heard stand-up artists, comics, feature-length films, …
Over the past five years, the number of podcast listeners has skyrocketed, with Americans leading the world in usage. Which are currently the most well-liked? Instead of depending exclusively on downloads, market research firm Edison Research tracks the peaks and troughs of the most popular podcasts using listening data. Tom Webster, senior vice president …
Everyone believes their pet is the cutest creature in the whole world but if yours has that special appeal, they can be destined for fame. Do you think your pet is perfect for television commercials or acting? While the idea of getting your pet into acting seems attractive, there is so much competition and you …
It’s A Wonderful Life (1946) began as a short story called “The Greatest Gift”. Writer Philip Van Doren Stern was unable to sell it to a publisher, so he sent the tale out as a long Christmas card to friends. His agent subsequently sold the fable to RKO pictures, where it went through several transformations. …
Who Are the Digital Influencers, and What Do They Do? An influencer is someone who has the capability to persuade others, as the word suggests. When it comes to purchasing decisions, influencers may have an impact on their following. They speak with authority on the subject since it is assumed that they are …
