Zacuto Original Programing

The Fellas discuss the constantly evolving industry (film vs digital) and how a new breed of DPs may never touch film. Next, they agree that DSLRs, such as the 5DMkII, are changing the game forever.

Once again, co-hosts Steve Weiss and Philip Bloom start off with a few bits of babble before critiquing 3 short films: a dreamy narration of modern romance in the digital age, a campy animated music video and an 80’s vibe, creative concept film. [ critics ] Season 2: more witty banter, longer film critiques and absolutely, no holding back. Nothing's off limits. "The energy is electrifying."

The round table of DPs (Jens Bogehegn, Robert Primes ASC, Trent Opaloch and Philip Bloom), discuss the DP/Director relationship. They elaborate on ways to handle a problem director, the art of collaboration and staying true to your craft. Next, they exchange views on artistic vision and bonding with the director on a more personal level to build trust.

With the launch of Season 2, dueling co-hosts Steve Weiss and Philip Bloom return to critique 3 compelling films of religion, love and war which will surely spark conversation and passionate debate. This extended webisode features the trailer "Battle for Hearts and Minds" by Danfung Dennis, "Ring the Bell" by D.C. Joseph and the return of Ted Chung with "On Time." [ critics ] Season 2: more witty banter, longer film critiques and absolutely, no holding back. Nothing's off limits. "The energy is electrifying."

The Fellas: Jens Bogehegn, Robert Primes ASC, Trent Opaloch and Philip Bloom, open up the round table discussion by giving their take on the "real world" realities and benefits of attending film school. Next, they discuss getting your first break, steps of learning your craft and paying your dues. The webisode wraps up with a lively discussion on the new breed of filmmakers going viral, getting discovered on the internet and using social networking to build your audience.

Season One wraps up with co-hosts Steve Weiss and Philip Bloom as they critique 4 new shorts. They start off with one of the most skillful and artistic animation films on Vimeo. Next. they move onto a sexy title sequence with no ending. For the final two films, hear what Steve has to say about violence as the dueling co-hosts critique a crazed zombie horror film + a campy horror film.

In the first webisode of the new series, the new host Jens Bogehegn talks with fellow cinematographers Robert Primes, Trent Opaloch and Philip Bloom about how they got their start and what it takes to be a successful Director of Photography.

Co-hosts Steve Weiss and Philip Bloom open up with some witty banter, including a view jibes on fashion choices. Next, they critique 4 new shorts: an underground music video, an insane crazy-dangerous wing-suit base jumping, and Trash the Dress Bridal: a couture video highlighting a bride rolling in the sea. The webidode ends with a critique on "A Short Love Story in Stop Motion," one of the most viewed videos on Vimeo.

The cast opens up their last webisode discussing wedding filmmaking event shows: WEVA, IN[FOCUS] and Re:Frame. They finish with a candid talk on the issues of creative content and copy artists.

The Cast 4 series wraps up with an overview of the new genre of wedding filmmaking, social networking and blogging. Next, they discuss the challenges of staying true to your art as a filmmaker while creating and maintaining a thriving business.

The dueling co-hosts Steve Weiss + Philip Bloom return to critique 3 new Vimeo Films: a skate boarding video with some nice slow motion, Memory Bank: a modern retrospective + diary of "A Year in the Life" of Filmmaker Karen Abad, and a post Obama election celebration on the streets of NYC. Come watch as the hosts discuss lighting, location, contrast, and the emerging "Facebook Generation" of filmmakers.

With a campy start, dueling hosts Weiss + Bloom critique a future world music video and Urban Nature. Next, a skilled shooter with a 5DMKII creates: Some of the best skiing footage I’ve ever seen.

The Fellas jump into discussing the changing social media culture of the industry: forums, Facebook, blogging and ways to personally connect with future clients. Next, song selections are debated.

The FilmFellas discuss the versatility of wedding filmmaking and the choice of shooting with video or film. Next, they talk about how new technology and the Canon 5DMkII is changing the game.

Weiss and Bloom critique 5 new Vimeo films across a myriad of genres: Slow Motion, BMX Bikes, Feet Worshipping and Homeless Portraits. Surprisingly, Steve appreciates a Non-Horror-Horror film.

The Fellas discuss shooting a wedding film in non-linear vs. linear and the craft of editing. Next, they elaborate on concept films and creating a seamless production that plays like a movie.

The cast discuss using 2-4 cameras and the difficulty of hiring a crew who will maintain the artistic vision for the film. Next, they elaborate on creating heirloom pieces by documenting life events.

In Round 2, hosts Weiss and Bloom come together in an open critique environment to discuss the filmmaking style of 3 new videos. Both agree, Matthew Brown's video "GAY = SIN" is one not to be missed.

The dueling hosts critique an eclectic range of videos, from artistic shorts to "A Thousand Words." But when it comes to the video on violence things get interesting.

The Fellas debate the photography vs. videography industry in regards to respect. They quickly move on to creative interpretation, authenticity and the importance of a good fit in couple selection.

The Fellas discuss the challenge of same day edits, including viewing the film at the reception and producing DVD copies for guests. Next, they cover the average cost of booking and shooting on film.

The fellas dive into the conversation on defining themselves as a Filmmaker, Cinematographer or Producer. Elaborating on the art form of wedding filmmaking, they discuss the key role of the cinematographer.

The series opens up with the cast defining the new genre of wedding filmmaking and quickly moves to artistic interpertation and filmmaking style.

The first serious solution for shooting video with the iPhone 3Gs. It’s all about stability.

The Zgrips Beefy are the most strongest and most adjustable handgrips on the market.

Personal-branding, the Fellas discuss the pros and cons of how to best build and connect with the audience.

In this webisode the fellas discuss how monitizing social networks and advertising is a constant battle in the online video realm.

New distribution channels challenge the traditional “Gold Standard” in the film industry.

The fellas debate options of how to monetize web content and push web videos into the mainstream.

The new DSLR Gorilla Kits from Zacuto create lightweight and affordable rigs for “on the go” camera operators.

The new Zoom H4n gives DSLR camera operators the option to shoot video and sound with equal consideration

The FilmFellas 10 webisode dives right into the battle between physical media and online content.

Webisode 9 focuses on the methods filmmakers can take to make their content discoverable to an online audience.

See how Zacuto’s new Gunstock Shooters change the way DSLR cameras will be used from this point forward.

Webisode 8 focuses the current breakdown of studio systems claiming to distribute “independent films.”

Discover all the features of the Zehphyr300, the only light weight support plate for the Panasonic HPX300.

Webisode 7 focuses on the challenge of making movies that are both artful and profitable.

Ned Johnston joins Steve Weiss, Jens Bogehegn and John Terendy to discuss the new HPX300. The hot new Panasonic 1080p ENG camera.

The Fellas discuss the origin, tenor and target audience of the Mumblecore movement and what it means to communicate.

In Webisode 5, cast two has arrived for dinner and they are ready to bring what they know about indie filmmaking to the table. Susan Buice joins to discuss what she's learned from directing, Four Eyed Monsters. Kris Williams, Director of Young American Bodies, breaks down her theory of creating something you love whether ice cream or film; you are going to make only flavors you like. Kissing on the Mouth Director, Joe Swanberg lets the table know filmmaking is not always about making money and lastly, Steve Weiss is back to converse about different generations of indie filmmaking. This cast of FilmFellas is ready to dig into the center of this new film movement. The webisode series explores directing styles, Mumblecore, do Kris, Joe and Susan speak for their generation, many kinds of distribution, making a living as a filmmaker, business models for the internet, what is art vs. marketing, and why they do what they do. You do not want to miss out!

Here is a preview of what to expect with FilmFellas cast 2 it's going to be a wild ride starting March 1st

It's time to pay the check on cast one. In webisode four, “Right Direction” Phillip Bloom quickly stirs up the round table conversation by stating “If you think people are going to employ you because you got gear, you’re maybe going to get a few jobs, but they will never employ you again.” The Fellas also discuss different ways films can be constructed, directing styles, screen direction, camera movement and the benefits of creating your own style. Steven Dadouche brings up the point that a good director should have a general knowledge of every department, especially knowing how the story will be pieced together in post. Peter Hawley follows up with stressing the importance of solid collaboration between the creative departments to solve every film’s shooting puzzles. In the end, Steve Weiss leaves the dinner tip for the FilmFellas “It is almost impossible to become a director and not know how the story is put together”.

The four course webisodic meal is almost over, but the film chatter is far from complete. Finishing their conversation about the benefits of the internet for new filmmakers, the Fellas move in a new direction in webisode three, “Content is King”. They begin to breakdown the pros and cons of the using the net as a tool to evolve productions, whether to buy or rent equipment and how to differentiate yourself as a newcomer in the film industry. When it comes down to solving the secret of how to launch your successful career on the internet, Steve Weiss has one answer “It’s called being good!”

In the last webisode, "Web of Opportunities", Steven Dadouche’s idea of taking on other jobs in order to fund a film career was cut short, but with the release of webisode two, "Reel Experience", the Fellas begin to reminisce on their past experiences, hardships and roles as young filmmakers working in the biz. They discuss how important it is to utilize any avenue of learning such as; film schools, courses, mentors and the internet in order to advance your knowledge. “Every job you do, you learn something and you become a better filmmaker” Steve Weiss, Director This time at the table, the Fellas stress that experience and time behind the camera is what counts. So, hop back into the conversation and watch webisode two, A Reel Experience. Subscribe at filmfellas.tv or iTunes and immediately be informed when new shows arrive. The Fellas will return on February 1st with an all new webisode.

"Web of Opportunities" Cast One: Steve Weiss, Philip Bloom, Peter Hawley, Steve DaDouche “As long as I can remember, I wanted to be a filmmaker”, if this is your mantra, then you’ve got to see FilmFellas! Zacuto is excited to announce their new webisodic series, FilmFellas. A behind the scenes peek featuring influential and emerging new filmmakers who are making, creating and challenging the independent film scene and how we view entertainment. Follow this continuing series, you won’t want to miss a webisode as the cast and topics change. Watch in full screen HD with new webisodes premiering every two weeks. Producers Steve Weiss, Jens Bogehegn andamp; Scott Lynch sit down and dine with industry movers and shakers where talking film is their family business. The premiere webisode "Web of Opportunities" introduces Steve Weiss' passion for the web. Can the web really be a delivery medium for entertainment? Can money be made on the web? Zacuto and Vimeo presents: FilmFellas Cast: Steve Weiss, Zacuto USA, Philip Bloom