Today, we commemorate the 85th anniversary of the untimely and tragic death of Will Rogers. Soon after his passing, the nation entered a state of mourning that it has rarely done outside of the death of presidents. Flags were ordered lowered to half-staff by federal and state authorities. 12,000 motion picture theater screens went dark […]
Continue reading6 COVID-19 Budgeting Tips for Motion Picture Industry Members
We’ve been talking a lot about acceptance recently. Accepting the current situation. Accepting the pandemic. Adopting a “coping mindset.” This mentality makes us more proactive, not reactive, especially when it comes to our finances. With the “new normal” likely to be with us for some time, we need a new approach to our finances. We should accept […]
Continue readingDealing with Uncertainty in Uncertain Times
It feels like we’re making a disaster movie right now. One with an apocalyptic plot. But there’s no script. No director. No catering truck. This is real life, not fiction. Living in these uncertain times is overwhelming. The media outlets tell tales of despair and desperation. The breaking news never stops breaking. The economy has […]
Continue readingGrief in the Time of COVID
COVID-19 has hit our industry hard. A deadly virus no-one can see has taken some of our greatest talents. Producers. Animators. Actors. The people “behind the scenes” whose names you won’t find in the newspapers. Those who work in movie theaters. Those who work in distribution. Lighting technicians. Sound designers. Our (amazing!) motion picture veterans. With all […]
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