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A Low Oscar ratings does not mean film is dying!
10 days ago, the 93rd Oscars (Academy Awards) ceremony, broadcasted live from Los Angeles. It is no hidden secret that the ratings hit an al
Viknesh Silvalingam
May 5, 20212 min read
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The role of a reliable Assistant Director
The other most important role a production unit should consider hiring as soon as possible is the Assistant Director.
Viknesh Silvalingam
Apr 20, 20214 min read
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Hybrid remote working in the film industry
At the peak of the pandemic, it was estimated that close to 120,000 workers in Hollywood alone were out of a job.
Viknesh Silvalingam
Apr 1, 20213 min read
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Making a movie? The 7 stages of the filmmaking process
“TO MAKE A FILM IS EASY; TO MAKE A GOOD FILM IS WAR. TO MAKE A VERY GOOD FILM IS A MIRACLE.” - Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu (1*) Film...
Viknesh Silvalingam
Feb 9, 20214 min read
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Getting a Film Distribution Deal in place
If a tree falls in a forest, and there's no one around to hear it, does it make a sound? The same can be said for your film if no one...
Viknesh Silvalingam
Jan 26, 20214 min read
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The New Year: Looking ahead
Happy New Year! Last year's unexpected challenges created the spark for the creation of The Martini, a collaborative platform for...
Viknesh Silvalingam
Jan 5, 20214 min read
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4 tips for the First Assistant Director in the Post Covid-19 world
There is recent audio about legendary actor Tom Cruise going off on a film crew for not following on-set COVID protocols(1*). Yes, at a...
Viknesh Silvalingam
Dec 21, 20205 min read
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Features in a screenwriting software that can help you beat Writer's block
Prevention is always is better than cure. A screenwriting software that allows you to share your work and get prompt feedback helps prevent
Viknesh Silvalingam
Oct 26, 20204 min read
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Freelancers: What you need to know about the future of this workforce.
One thing that COVID has increased, is the demand for freelancer workers.
Viknesh Silvalingam
Oct 19, 20204 min read
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COVID has impacted Ultra Low Budget filmmaking
To ensure that a production comes within budget, it is common for crew members to work 12 to 14 hours days
Viknesh Silvalingam
Oct 12, 20204 min read
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