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Documentary Storytelling & Scriptwriting Class Review | "Useful & Easy to Follow"

Documentary Storytelling Course Announcement: Live Coaching Session with instructor Daniel Raim September 26 @ 10am PT

"Exactly what I was looking for in a documentary course at this moment. Short lessons, short videos, really useful and easy to follow. It has been of great value. Thank you!" - Maria-Jose Rubio/Documentary Filmmaker

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Why I Bought the Sony FDR AX53 Camcorder

Sony Guest post: "I did quite a lot of study, learning and researching about the different available video camcorders and video cameras on the market. There really isn't any available that provides better image stabilization than this unit..."

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How does an independent filmmaker get their movie on Netflix?

Netflix Filmmaker Question: "Hi there, I'm trying to figure out how to get my documentary movie on Netflix. Is there some kind of process to submit my film? Any guidance? Thanks!"
Hi Janice. This is actually a very common question with indie filmmakers....

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7-Day Documentary Crash Course Review | "Exactly what I needed. No BS!"

Sandra "This is exactly what I needed. A step by step! Period. No BS!

I am in the beginning stages of Directing my first documentary. The step by step guide, could not get easier than this. It is clear, and to the point. Even though I am in the beginning stages, I can already feel the improvement and the ideas coming together. Now that I know the steps, and know what to do, it will be a fun shoot! Thank you!"
- Sandra Matrecitos: Army/Navy Veteran/Matracas Films

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