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Delve into the world of movies and TV by exploring eHow’s showbiz How Tos. Need practical advice on filming an independent feature? Want to be an extra in a Steven Spielberg blockbuster? eHow can put you on the path to stardom. From tips on winning the office Oscar pool to industry insider advice on getting your screenplay read by top agents, eHow’s movies and TV experts can help transform you from a simple fan into a Hollywood player.

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  • How to Format a Screenplay

    Screenplays are the new kid in the block when it comes to writing. The style just recently appeared around the late 1920s when sound was introduce to film. Before that the screenplays resembled a...

  • How to Transfer Digital 8 to PC

    "Digital 8" (properly known as "Digital8") videotape is a type of 8mm videotape used by certain brands of digital video camcorders. While the format has been abandoned for the smaller and...

  • How to Make Videos Free

    Making videos is an easy process and doesn't require high-end, professional equipment and software. As long as you can get access to inexpensive equipment, you will be able to produce your own...

  • How to Watch Live TV on the Internet

    In the past decade or so, with the latest improvements in technology, there has been a lot of competition between companies for producing the right kind of software that allows you to watch TV on...

  • How to Make a Homemade Movie

    With the high quality of video recording equipment available today, in conjunction with computers and movie editing software, making decent homemade movies is easier than ever. Amateur movie...

  • How to Make a Movie in a Week

    Independent filmmakers are everywhere these days, from college film students to amateurs hoping to cash in on the film world by creating what they hope will be the next low-budget masterpiece. The...

  • How to How Can I Watch Cable TV On My Computer 101

    "How Can I Watch Cable TV On My Computer" is a very common question and can be easily answered. I will show you how can you watch cable tv on your computer with five minutes! You can...

  • How to Make 3d or Computer Animation

    Are you interested in making computer generated animation but don’t know where to start? There are many aspects in learning how to produce 3d animation. This article will guide you to make...

  • Steps in Writing a Script for Television

    Television shows are shot from scripts, often referred to as teleplays. A teleplay is formatted to adhere to industry standard guidelines that take into account teasers, commercial breaks and...

  • How to Make Scary Movies

    Making a movie is a process that involves a great deal of work. The process typically involves many people all working in tandem to produce a product that could conceivably make a good profit....

  • Where Can You Download SNL Episodes?

    Fans of Saturday Night Live, or SNL, want to know where they can find their favorite show and download episodes online. Some of episodes are legal, without worry of copyright infringement, and...

  • How to Watch Dish TV Satellite Online

    Soon television and computers will be one and the same, as Internet connections will be available through "set-top boxes" (much like cable boxes already in use) that will allow us to log on to the...

  • How to Create Video Intros

    You have just created an informative video to upload to the word wide web. It's the right size, the message is perfect and it is ready to go. One problem---there is no introduction to the video;...

  • Scriptwriting Advice

    We've all seen a bad film and thought, "I could write a better movie than that!" But creating a screenplay is more work than most people think. Not only must you come up with a good story and...

  • Maya Lighting Tutorial

    Lighting for film, whether practically or in software, is both an art form and a technical skill. It's the visual soundtrack by which an audience interprets the mood. Through that...

  • How to Create a Music Video

    You do not have to be a signed recording artist with a large production budget to create a music video of your own. If you have your own music, a video camera and video editing software, you can...

  • Software for Making Home Movies

    Making memorable home videos has been a possibility since the late 1970s; in more modern times, doing so has become even more possible than before. This is due to the availability of advanced...

  • How to Create Your Very Own DVD's

    Burning DVD's is great because you get to download and burn as many as you want to, but you have to have a DVD-ROM that is able to write to blank DVD's and the right software. The fastest way to...

  • Learning Maya 3D

    Maya is a complex software package built to support the computer animation, game development and special effects industries. If you're a driven learner, you can teach yourself how to master its...

  • How to Watch Cable TV On Your Computer

    Instead of sitting on your couch watching TV you should watch Cable TV on your computer! Now you can watch TV on your desktop or laptop computer just like you would with your normal TV set.

  • How to Write a Screenplay

    Before you can write a screenplay there are a few skills that you must acquire and you need to be serious about your screenwriting. Writing a full length screenplay takes time and dedication, and...

  • Tips on Writing a Screenplay

    Thousands of screenplays are written every year, but only a few hundred are ever produced into motion pictures. The difference between a produced screenplay and an unsold screenplay can be related...

  • How to Design Transformer 2 Robot

    There is much speculation about which new Transformers are included in Transformers 2: Revenge Of The Fallen movie. Now we know and the next question asked is " How can I design and build ...

  • How to Put Movies On Your IPod for Free

    Always find yourself caught in a particularly boring or tedious situation? Only to realize that your primary source of entertainment, your IPod, has no movies on it!? Here’s how to keep that...

  • How to Teach Beginning Screenwriting

    The lure of the movie business attracts screenwriting hopefuls to try their hand at breaking into the film business with the hopes of making it big. Too many beginning screenwriters fall short,...

  • How to Do Film Screenwriting

    Interested in film screenwriting? It's easy to start, and soon you can be writing a screenplay.

  • How to Write a Thriller Screenplay

    The thriller genre is one of the most enduring genres in the movie industry--popular because moviegoers enjoy being taken to the edge of their seats and kept there. Movies such as "Jaws," "Silence...

  • How to Create Your Own DVD Movie

    The popularity of sites like YouTube has given rise to a new generation of armchair film producers. Coupled with the volume of affordable movie-making software on today's market, it's possible for...

  • How to Produce a Fitness Video

    Health and fitness are popular topics today. It seems like everyone wants to know how to live longer and live healthier. Staying in shape is big business, and one of the most popular ways to make...

  • How to Do Digital Video Editing

    Learn how to edit your own videos and movies with a quick overview of tips and suggestions.

  • Teleprompting: Software Programs

    Teleprompting software programs come in free, cheap and more expensive versions. Discover available programs for teleprompting from a teleprompter service specialist in this free video on...

  • How to Learn How to Make Movies

    Making movies can be a lot of fun. Not only can it be a hobby, if you are good enough it can even be profitable.

  • How to Make a Machinima Movie

    Machinima (machine cinema) has exploded into a prolific and varied sub-genre of animation. By using the graphics engines of existing games, amateur animators have found powerful platforms to...

  • How to Write a Screenplay in 28 Days

    Screenplays are scripts for movies--the written documents that tell the entire story of the film. Screenplays are challenging to write because they adhere to industry-specific formatting. Once you...

  • How to Make a Movie at Home

    You may never be the next Spielberg, but if you've got a movie idea there is no reason why you can't try to make it happen right in your own home. You may not be able to afford explosions and car...

  • How to Make a Silent Movie With a Digital Camera

    Making a silent movie can be a fun weekend project. You can even choose to upload your movie to a video-sharing website such as YouTube. The best part is that all you need to make a simple silent...

  • How to watch Lost ABC TV shows online live

    Do you love to watch Lost TV shows? Are you always trying to watch it on your PC live, but couldn't find a easy and better way? So now I will tell you how watch it online! You can just try...

  • How to Make Your Own Digital Movie

    With the technology available in today's digital cameras, anyone can make a digital movie, whether it's a simple home movie or a full-length feature. You can purchase a reasonably priced digital...

  • How to Create Your Own Movie Posters

    Enjoy Movies and did not find any Posters to buy. Some one have a favorite actor or like the movie car or a movie picture of a place. Don’t worry! Make your own Movie Poster.

  • How to Make Movies

    Today, it's easy for anyone to make a movie that features the same kind of special effects that were once solely the domain of Hollywood. With a high quality digital camcorder and sophisticated...

  • How to Make a DVD Film

    Making your own film is a very enjoyable experience and an opportunity for you to expand your creative mind. As long as you have a camera and access to digital video editing software, your film...

  • How to Choose the Right Screenwriting Software for you

    Your first big investment in your screenwriting career is likely to be the software you use to do the job. It makes your life easier, and it's the mark of a professional to use professional...

  • Copying Digital Videos to DVD

    In order to copy digital videos to DVD, a person will need a FireWire cord and some type of editing software or authoring software. Output digital videos into MPEG2 format with help from a...

  • How to Scan Photos

    In order to scan photos, a person needs access to a scanner and editing software, such as Photoshop. Import and edit photos after scanning them with help from a producer in this free video on...

  • How to Write Test Scripts

    When writing test scripts, it can be beneficial to buy screenwriting software, such as Final Draft or Movie Magic. Upload templates on screenwriting software to help when writing a test script...

  • How to Watch Online TV

    This guide will show you everything you need to know about watching TV online for free.

  • How to Stream Football Games From Online Free

    This guide will show you where you should look if you are interested in streaming football games and watching them on your computer for free.

  • How to Download Movies to Your Wrist Watch

    Sick of renting movies? Why not download them and put the MP4 on your watch.

  • How to watch 24 Redemption Episodes online live

    The 24 redemption will be on fox TV on November 23,2008. I think most people can't wait to watch it. But if you don't have a TV set nearby, so how can you watch it live online. Now I will tell a...

  • How to Budget a Film

    The budget of a film determines who can or can't be cast, the extent of the film crew and even the locations. Sometimes the budget is the very first thing done when a movie is conceived, and...

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