Friday, February 1, 2008
Memphis in the Movies
In a blog labeled The Gates of Memphis, I found a post regarding Memphis as one of the top places to live, work, and make movies. When they talk about movies, naturally they are referring to local movies. I’ve watched some local films and documentaries, and in most cases they are so interesting and powerful. This is because that the filmmakers and everyone involved with the film is so dedicated to it and the environment it is in. These movies are so artistic and I am very impressed with them. Lately, I’ve watch a local documentary about a boy who lived her and when he came announced to his parent’s he was gay they sent him off to an anti-gay camp. This film made me really think about it because, this was something that was going on within our city limits. I use to be in a film class, and when making any kind of news clip or film; it is very hard to make the scenery look good. I’m not saying Memphis is just entirely ugly, but it’s much easier to film in a place like California or Hawaii because the natural sun makes terrific lighting. That is why I was so surprised by this blog, this shows me that these film makers are really talented because they take what they use what they can in Memphis, and still make a good film. The mind is the most powerful equipment in making a film because it holds creativity and beauty. Anyone with that can work in any kind of environment.
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Man if Memphis supposed to so good I have not seen it yet but I will keep looking for it. I know Memphis is not perfect and I know we are trying to get it to that point but there is a lot of work that needs to be done before all of that is possible. Those movies that they to exploit the positives of Memphis they need to try just a little but harder to get those movies on the big screens to big Memphis a better status than what it is know for
There have also been quite a few "Hollywood" movies made here. Part of the reason that Memphis (and Tennessee for that matter) is a good place to make movies is because of the tax breaks that the film industry (here) has negotiated with the legislature to attract "big" movies.
Memphis has become really popular for making movies. Part of the reason is because Memphis is such a huge groundbreaking city for music. It's the home of the blues, rock and roll, and is home to some of the greatest rappers of all time. Just look at Hustle and Flow and Walk the Line, both of which were shot in Memphis.
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