As a creative laboratory, Palo Alto Int'l Film Festival's mission is to foster innovation and educate the community about those ideas that most inspire its members. John Lasseter of Pixar expressed that "Art challenges technology. Technology inspires art." PAIFF strives to be a conduit for increased innovation in art, technology and film. As movies migrate to digital, the future of cinema will depend on the cutting edge tools that continue to be conceived and developed in the Bay Area. These too …

If you're interested in meeting up occasionally to see a film, mostly independent and sometimes not, and also meet some cool people, then this is the meetup for you. We usually stick to theaters around Palo Alto, Mountain View, and Redwood City. We also meet for coffee or dinner, before or after depending on the movie time. Please check out our "About" page to learn more about the group. Hope to see you soon! Stefan

Filmmakers, if you are interested in learning more about digital cinema techniques (at all stages of production) with hands-on opportunities to create web content and viral videos, promotional spots and short films? Interested in working on a feature film? Or just want to support other filmmakers. Perhaps you have experience and expertise in certain areas, from lighting to composition, sound topost production or anything in between and would be willing to help teach others? Do you have any ideas …

 http://www.moviemakersunite.com/.org MMU Presents : SILICON VALLEY FILM FESTIVAL AND AWARDS  OCT-NOV. , 2012 www.svfilmfestival.org   MMU FILM FESTIVAL '09 :  http://www.meetup.com/moviemakersunit......   MMU - PRODUCTION , PITCH AND NETWORKING MEETINGS:       Bi Weekly. Bring your script / idea in one page. If you have a script, you will get your film production scheduled immediately. And network with fellow film makers, actors, camera, editors,etc.   Current Projects: (Details in the abo …

I started this group, for people who have a great passion for filmmaking,  it is  also  a place to network with other positive  people who want to make films. 

Blockbusters? Indie? Cult? You can get those anywhere. This is the group for movies so bad they're good. The weird, the bizarre, the horrible acting, the ridiculous concepts, the non-work-safe hilarity. Most people are just uncomfortable watching them, but for whatever reason they tickle the suitably twisted sense of humor. I've run bad movie nights for my friends for years, so I decided I might as well try it with random strangers on the internet too. Would you watch a movie called "Jes …

We are a group of movie fans united by our love of current -- and classic -- French films, and more. What's the "more?" Well, French Food, French Art -- whatever strikes our fancy. If you can't distinguish Mathieu Amalric from Mathieu Kassovitz, you're welcome! If you don't know the difference between the Nouvelle vague[ and Nouvelle cuisine, you're welcome! If you do know the differences, you're welcome! Whether you speak French fluently, a little, or not at all, you're welcome! All you need …

DSLR Video Central, or DVC, is a group of DSLR (Digital Single-Lens Reflex) video users who want to come together to learn, and actually start creating videos. We will have workshops, challenges, contests, guest speakers, and more. So grab your Canon 7D, 5D MKII, Nikons, or any DSLR camera with video capabilities and join us for some fun!

Ever imagine what it would be like if everyone around you.. well, did something out of the ordinary? One minute, a chaotic scene of strangers, each with his or her own agenda, schedule, and endless mind chatter. The next minute, a connection amongst them. It may be as subtle as a switch in language, or as palpable as a coordinated display of harmonious song. And then, as suddenly as it appeared, it dissolves, and life continues. And you're left only with a curious awe and a great memory. So.. le …

This group  provides a way for single, politically progressive people to meet other people who share a similar world view. The age range is 40+. Events will not necessarily be political, but will be aimed at creating enjoyable experiences such as attending live concerts (blues, rock, classical, etc),  dances, hiking, watching documentaries or indie films, or simply sharing a nice meal or snack together at a local hangout.

The SJSFF is getting ready to launch it's fourth year and after the amazing success at Santana Row in 2011, we are initiating the SJSFF Project where YOU can be part of the filmmaking experience and walk the Red Carpet at the next festival. Launched by SJ filmmakers to support local filmmaking, together we will help craft new short films that will introduce the world class films that will be screened as part of the SJSFF. Filmmakers, film lovers and those who want to get involved in the filmmaki …

Most our stories revolve around the lives of Asian indians in american setting. I find the idea to be as educational for americans here and indians back home as its entertaining for anyone.   While networking is always a good idea, the motto here is to work together using our free time so we make good stuff and have something to show for.   So we meet most every weekend in Sunnyvale Downtown in my office to plan and create entertaining content, be it music video, short movie, satire, real st …