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The Four Most Expensive TV Shows Ever Filmed

Hollywood movies are expensive to make. They often double-down on spectacle to drive the narrative. What about the cost of television shows? Between cast salaries, special effects and detailed sets, TV shows can be as expensive as movies. Here are four of the most expensive TV shows ever filmed.

Friends

“Friends,” the popular ‘90s comedy, cost $10 million per episode to produce. With fewer sets, less special effects and shorter episodes, comedies are typically cheaper …

Three Quirky Flicks With 70s Flair

Article written by Herb Kimble.

The 70s were film’s most audacious time period. There are slews of parodies on the porno-infused grindhouse movies of the time, and the era including a string of blockbuster “blacksploitation” style films that played on tropes of African-American culture with a kung fu flair. This wild landscape of cinema was full of car chases, nudity and failed heists. It was also home to some of the most thought-provoking drama of …

Considering a Career in Entertainment Law? Be Prepared to Flex Your Versatility

If you’re looking into entertainment law, you’ll want a solid understanding of the day-to-day activities, responsibilities, and more. This article will cover every aspect, so you can be a prepared attorney that’s ready to take on the legal world.

A normal day in the life of an entertainment lawyer, like Barry K. Rothman, a famed attorney, involves performing a variety of tasks. You’ll be negotiating and drafting production contracts with clients, working on financial …

An Interview with Anthony Nelson

Anthony Nelson’s gospel group, The Overcomers, has had an explosive debut album in the form of “Love Jesus, Love People”, and the gospel singer spoke to us about how things have changed since the group landed two top Billboard singles. For Nelson, whose career is only just beginning, the gospel scene has revitalized his devotion to his faith and has helped to strengthen the bonds of his family.

Nelson, who graduated with a B.S. from …

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Tips on How to Be a Successful Model

By Kaki West

Modeling isn’t easy, especially if you’re just starting out. The fashion and beauty industries are challenging, often requiring models to work long hours without proper breaks and mealtimes in between. Another challenge many new models face is competition. It seems every girl wants to be a model these days, including professional women with day jobs. Whether you’re new to modeling or have been getting paid gigs for years, here are three tips …

How to Make Your First Film

Do you want to be a filmmaker? Do you have a cell phone or a camera? Making your first film is one of the simplest things you can do, and it’s a great introduction into filmmaking. You need an idea to begin, so aim for something simple. Less King Kong, more Pixar short. You can work on adding bells and whistles in later films, but this is something you can do in less than a …

“So You Think You Can Dance” Has Established Itself as a Television Favorite

The popular dance-based show has won the hearts of millions during its tenure.

The hit television show, “So You Think You Can Dance” has infectiously captured the attention of viewers for the past decade. Its stylistic approach to pop-culture choreography mixed with its flavorful cast has supercharged the world of television.

The Appeal Factor

The acknowledgment of modern-day culture, and references, appeals to today’s audience. It not only identifies a targeted audience to reach out …

Online Sourcing for Better Business Success

Going the entrepreneurial route can be enticing for a whole lot of people. The idea of being your own boss, being in total control of your fortunes and the opportunity to make it really big and leave a huge mark in the world can be enough of a lure to get people to leave behind their day jobs and risk everything in search of success. While there have been a huge amount of rags to …