Independent Filmmakers

      Everyone can't be as well known a director as Steven Spielberg.  And you don't have to be to make a good film! A lot of times, those independent film companies make more meaningful films because they aren't focused too heavily on special effects.  They are more concerned with the artistic aspects and the moral messages being portrayed.

       Contrary to belief, Film Festivals are not only for famous and well known directors to participate in.  They will take part in them so as to "attract media coverage"(http://curiosity.discovery.com/question/how-film-festival-work1)  But Film Festivals are perfect for new independent filmmakers that want to have their work judged by a professional and to have their work noticed.

       Just because a director isn't famous, definitely does not mean that their films aren't wonderful.  "The Butterfly Circus."  is a great example of this.  This film was entered into a Film Festival concert and not only won the Film Festival, but also won a Gold for the best short film!  Director Josh Weigel was given a list of words to choose from to create a film.  He chose the word 'hope' and created this magnificent film.   Weigel didn't have a lot of money to work with the film, but he truly created a masterpiece! And it is becoming a full length film!

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