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In Part 2 of this Filmmakers Notebook Q&A Buzz McLaughlin from Either/Or Films, letting us in on the 411 about what it’s really like to be an Executive Producer.

Recently I received a few requests for information regarding any upcoming film funding events and there are two on the calendar that I'm familiar with, one this month and the other in September.

This month two Film Financing Conferences are being held in Los Angeles. First there is the 2nd Annual Film Finance Forum beginning on the 2nd and running through the 4th at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza, then on the 8th and 9th the 2010 International Film & TV Summit is being held at the Luxe Hotel.

Although I think about signing up for film courses, I never seem to have the time or funds available. However, because of the developing technologies and business models within the industry, I have been taking various seminars and attending conferences for over two years. One of the most informative online courses I've found is producer/director David Basulto's Film School On Demand FSOD 101 Make Your Movie Now, which in 10 Lessons covers the major aspects for making a first film.

If you are a filmmaker looking for valuable legal information online, subscribe to Attorney Mark Litwak's Entertainment Law Resources Newsletter. Each issue features an article written by Mark focusing on a particular aspect of the law. The latest piece entitled "Distributing Your Indie Film" offers tips for leveraging deals and improving terms when negotiating.