Miami Film Month

For movie buffs in the Miami, Florida area, the annual Miami Film Month is a highly anticipated time of year. The Miami Film Month means a variety of film festivals from around the world and with a variety of different themes, fun art venues to watch the movies, and fun activities with very affordable prices.

During the Miami Film Month, fans are able to visit any one of a variety of art cinemas and event spaces in Miami and watch films for just six dollars, with the exception of certain special events and the Miami International Film Festival. The films are playing at a variety of locations. For example, many people enjoy the SoundScape at New World Center. This venue was designed by architect Frank Gehry, who was even awarded the Pritzker Prize. This venue features a 7,000 square foot projection wall and audiences can watch concerts, movies, and video art free of charge during this special movie month.

Throughout the month film lovers can watch movies falling into a variety of categories. There are festivals that focus around a particular group or culture such as the Brazilian Film Festival of Miami, European Film Festival, Miami Israel Film Festival, and the Women’s International Film Festival. There are also other groups and causes that organize festivals such as the Miami & the Beaches Environmental Film Festival, Miami Wildlife Conservation Film Festival, and the Optic Nerve Film Festival. Finally, there are also festivals for specific genres, such as the Miami Short Film Festival. All of these various categories allow film lovers to watch a variety of cinematic art and appreciate unique movies from around the world. It is an opportunity to have exciting cultural experiences without leaving Miami. There are also a good number of high profile movie premiers during the festivals, which can be exciting for those who enjoy the entertainment culture.

Miami is always an exciting city for residents and tourists alike. The Miami Film Month, however, is a special period. Film buffs flock to the city to enjoy the reasonable prices while watching amazing movies.

Miami International Film Festival

Get ready for world-class culture, glitz and fun: the 30th annual Miami International Film Festival. This year, the festival is the U.S. premier for 117 feature-length films and 12 shorts from more than 40 countries. The film festival calendar plays out from March 1-10, at various Miami venues.

Diverse genres are represented in the list of films. Fans of political intrigue will enjoy No, an Oscar-nominated Chilean film about an advertising executive plotting against Chilean dictator Pinochet. If comedy’s your preference, try Mental, starring Toni Collette as a woman caring for five girls after their mother suffers a nervous breakdown. For goose bumps, watch the psychological thriller, Sanitarium, featuring Malcolm McDowell as a psychiatrist whose patients never get well.

The Miami International Film Festival (MIFF) showcases Miami’s cultural diversity, vibrant international arts scene and spirit of renovation -- nowhere more evident than in Soho Studios’ own Wynwood neighborhood, a warehouse district turned arts center.

MIFF History

The MIFF is the crème de la crème of film festivals in Miami. The Film Society of Miami launched the event in 1984 to promote cultural understanding on a global stage.

Since 1989, the MIFF’s home has been the Gusman Center for the Performing Arts, which began in 1926 as the lavish Olympia Theater. The center is one of six screening venues in 2013.

The MIFF awards cash prizes to films receiving the highest marks from judges. Filmmakers who don’t make that cut benefit nonetheless from international exposure.

Filmmakers from more than 60 countries have submitted their work to the MIFF since 1984. The 2012 festival attracted more than 70,000 people.

Other Events

Watching topnotch films is just one part of the MIFF experience. Strut your fashionista creds on Opening Night, at the DuPont Building, Miami’s famous Art Deco skyscraper. Three judges will scope out the crowd to find the best-dressed man and woman. Winners will receive a $1,200 gift certificate from Osklen boutique.

Or you can always sample the food and spirits at the Freedom Tower, site of the Pyrat Awards Night Party, while you learn which films won awards.

Filming Location in Miami

Choosing the right filming location in Miami can be the hardest part of a director's job. There are many important factors involved when choosing a filming location in Miami, such as the distance from Miami International Airport and the close proximity of hotels. This is sometimes an overlooked part when choosing a filming location as most directors and production teams mainly look for the right studio in Miami that has the necessary dimensions for the shoot in question. Height plays an important roll in the decision making process as well the depth. Depending on the size of studio, height, length and width will most likely be the overriding factor when choosing a filming location in Miami. No other studio are capable of holding large production. As a filming location in Miami, Soho Studios has upto 100,000 sq ft of production space in Miami. Thinking of filming in Miami? Take a look at our Armory Studio, it has 33,000 sq ft of production space in Miami with all the power a director can dream of.

Puma filmed Bolt and other superstars last year before the Olympics for Puma's Evo speed Commercial.

Make sure that as you narrow down your filming locations in Miami and remember that you may need more space that you initially thought.

Art Deco in Film

In 1979, the National Register of Historic Places crowned Miami Beach's Art Deco District a Historical Place in America. The Art Deco in Miami is composed of structures built between 1923 and 1943 and is the world’s largest collection of Art Deco architecture. South Beach has grown tremendously in popularity as a Mecca for tourists not only because it helps showcase Miami architecture, but also because the city's unique style.

Because of its beauty, pleasant weather and welcoming eclectic population, many famous movies have been filmed there, as there is never a loss of places to shoot film in Miami. The Art Deco buildings have been used as a back drop in numerous movies. Oscar winner, Will Smith, filmed “Ali,” in South Beach. Other movies include: “Scarface,” and “The Bird Cage." Ideal outdoor locations and all-year available highways make Miami a Mecca for action movies and a good car chase, such as “Casino Royale” and “Bad Boys.” These movies helped to show the true beauty of Miami and the treasure of the Art Deco District of South Beach.

One company that has been instrumental in bringing film and television production to the Miami area is Soho Studios. Soho Studios is the premier resource for all production needs. Soho Studios is a large scale multi-purpose event space and convention center in the Wynwood District of Miami. Miami is an international hot spot for production and Soho Studios is the go-to company for film production in Miami. Soho Studios has film & television studios available, and the 65K square foot facility is air conditioned which is essential in the tropical climate. Soho Studios Convention Center can be set as a concert venue, event space or photography studio, even an art gallery during Art Basel Miami Beach.

Miami’s full of eclectic outdoor locations for film and television, and the Art Deco Architecture of South Beach is just one of them. For an indoor location that will showcase your work and help with all your production needs Soho Studios is Miami’s premier film and television studio.

How to shoot an Editorial

An editorial photo shoot is a series of images that tell a story. As a photographer, editorial photo shoots are a favorite to shoot by many photographers because it allows for more creativity than most typical photo shoots. The cosmopolitan air of Miami lends itself to some of the most recognizable and incredible work photographers do. Miami has so many of the essential elements it takes to shoot a compelling and unforgettable editorial.

Location selection is key when shooting an editorial. The location you choose to tell your story makes a world of difference to visually articulate a clear story. For some of the best venue options in editorial photography in Miami, Soho Studios is ideal. Soho Studios is not only a premiere Miami photography studio but also an event and concert space as well as a film and TV studio. A multitude of scenic spaces lend to the background potential of a Florida photo shoot like no other.

It’s important to arrive to the location for the photo shoot well before your subjects call time in order have enough time to prepare your shots. When you take the time to set up each individual shot correctly you be sure to shoot amazing photos that convey a definitive story about your subject. Make sure to set up all lighting and equipment just right and spend time checking out your light sources in each space. Don't overlook shots that are atypical, such as on the roof or down a long hallway; depending on what it is you intend to illustrate these shots can pack just as much punch as an extreme close up.

Take plenty of test shots in each of your pre-chosen locations to make sure they are in line with the story you are trying to tell. The test shots will give you a better idea of how your subject will appear when you shoot him/her/it in that exact same spot and potential changes in lighting or if you should need a flash and to what magnitude if you do. Mood is everything when depicted in different color tones, and thus an effective tool for editorial photography. Problems with perspective and interference from reflections can be caught early with the test shots and corrected when you shoot in certain spots. It is important to know the story that you want to convey and understand the essence of your client when shooting an editorial. Make sure you do your research and have fun!

TV Shows in Miami

Why should a TV producer choose a Miami venue? The more logical question is “why wouldn’t he choose Miami?” Miami TV shows have been huge successes. They have absorbed the star power emanating from South Florida’s dazzling unofficial capital.

It’s no wonder there’s so much television production in Miami, so much film production in Miami.

Miami is a cinematographer’s dream: big sky, spectacular beaches, lush greenery, Art Deco and Latin architectural touches. Snow will never shut down production. And if it rains, wait a minute. The sun will usually shine again before day is done.

In the 1980s, Miami Vice creator Michael Mann zeroed in on Miami, far from Hollywood, to launch his hit cop drama. The city practically shared star billing with the show’s sexy leads Don Johnson and Philip Michael Thomas.

In the same era, Miami proved a blessing for a very different -- but equally successful -- series: the long-lived sitcom, The Golden Girls, starring four veteran actresses.

More recently, Miami has been the lush backdrop for such high-action shows as Burn Notice and The Glades .And Metro Dade’s police department is the focal point of the quirky Dexter, cable TV’s longest running half-hour series. The first season of Dexter, featuring a sleuthing serial killer with his own code of justice, was shot on location in Miami.

The most iconic directors, representing all sorts of film genres, became aware of Miami's selling points. From John Ford and Alfred Hitchcock to Mike Nichols and James Cameron, they embraced the city’s assets. They made use of its vibrant cultural life, international air connections, tax incentives for the entertainment industry and well established tourism infrastructure.

Soho Studios Miami is an important part of the city’s entertainment-friendly culture. Encompassing an amazing 65,000 square feet, Soho Studios can accommodate just about any TV production needs.

Soho Studios is located in the Miami’s rejuvenated Wynwood district. Already home to thriving art and fashion industries, Wynwood -- like Miami as a whole -- is becoming a major hub for TV and Film production.

The Bolt in London and at Soho

One of the most anticipated athletes to watch at the London Games is Usain Bolt, the fasted man in the world. It's incredible to witness a human that is able to generate speed at his level. The amazing energy of The Bolt and other athletes of this caliber was captured perfectly in a Puma commercial.

Here's a video of the Puma commercial, it was shot at Soho Studios in Miami.

This commercial features Fernando Alonso, Rickie Fowler, Yuvraj Singh, and Sergio Agüero.

Sergio Agüero del Castillo is an Argentine professional association football player who plays as a striker for Manchester City in England's Premier League and the Argentine national team. Video http://bit.ly/KjeguI

Rick Yutaka Fowler is an American professional golfer. He was the number one ranked amateur golfer in the world for 36 weeks in 2007 and 2008. Video http://bit.ly/Kjewtz

Fernando Alonso Díaz is a Spanish Formula One racing driver and a two-time World Champion, who is currently racing for Ferrari. http://bit.ly/KjePVa

Yuvraj Singh is an Indian cricketer, and the son of former Indian fast bowler and Punjabi movie star Yograj Singh. He has been a member of the Indian cricket team since 2000 and played his first Test match in 2003. No specific video with him in it.

Video with all of them http://bit.ly/KjeqCk and the main advert with all of them http://bit.ly/KjfpSR

STEP UP REVOLUTION - Filmed in Miami

This week, Step Up 4 will be released in theaters nationwide. Summit Entertainment selected Soho Studios as their Miami production location. This major motion picture is one of several recent films and television shows being produced in South Florida. Miami is an amazing backdrop and of course the weather is fantastic. Miami has a cinematic environment perfect for location shoots and scenery that is unmatched anywhere else in the world.

Step Up Revolution is the 4th of its series, this film is based in Miami and combines dance and real estate - the two main industries in Miami. This film is sure to be a hit and will undoubtably spark more film production in Miami.

It was great to have Summit Entertainment film production at Soho Studios and the entire Step Up team was fantastic. Our massive facility is ideal for large production studios in Miami. If you're looking to film your next television series or movie in Miami, check out Soho Studios.

Now that you've seen the trailer for Step Up 4, here's the promo reel for Soho Studios.

Look for movie showtimes in Miami for Step Up Revolution - opening July 27, 2012.

-- This isn't the only dance party to hit Soho Studios. During Winter Music Conference and throughout the year, large-scale events are hosted at Soho Studios.

We love film production in Miami!

With the advent of the film industry, Florida quickly became a film making destination. In the days of silent movies, Florida's weather and beautiful locations made it comparable to Hollywood for film production and, eventually for use by television studios as well.

Today, Florida remains only behind California and New York as favored sites for movies.

Miami in particular has become a desired location.

Miami has a rich tradition of film festivals that appeal to a diverse audience. There is of course, the Miami International Film Festival, but others include the Miami Jewish Film Festival, The Miami Short Film Festival, Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, and the Doc Miami International Film Festival. Miami also has served as the site of American Black Film Festival, The Israel Film Festival and the Brazilian Film Festival.

Miami’s festivals, artistic atmosphere, and ever increasing impressive facilities continue to make Miami an increasingly desired location. Enter "film production Miami" as keywords in an online search, and you'll discover Miami as a convenient and affordable choice for film and television studios producers.

The groundwork has been laid for film production in Miami, and independent film makers in particular, have found it a fertile and budget friendly alternative to getting projects done on time.

An amazing South Florida asset is Soho Studios.

Located in the trendy Wynwood District of Miami, Soho Studios are a versatile facility has been utilized for concert venues, trade shows, art galleries, and of course Miami’s premier film and television studio.

If you are considering film production in South Florida and are searching for a Miami film studio, you should at least consider Soho Studios.

A talented staff, incredible space, and a South Florida atmosphere that will keep you wanting more are just of few of the reasons to look into Soho Studios.

There are years of film and television history in Miami, Florida and it continues to grow with every successful project completed in convenient, budget friendly locations. Learn more, and consider South Florida and the impressive Soho Studios for your next project.

Trump Studio City - Florida Film Studio

photo linked from worldpropertychannel.com

In a recent announcement, Donald Trump has set his target for a potential film studio in South Florida by the Homestead Air Reserve Base. The project has been named Trump Studio City and Donald Trump will certainly try to make his mark. This deal is being reviewed by many players in the industry, including the county commissioners. Miami has transformed into a high demand location for film and television studios - it's a perfect location with many advantages both environmental and financial. South Florida has always been a hotspot for celebrities to relax and entertainment to thrive, it looks like now the scene is about to get a whole lot bigger.

The Miami New Times article on this Donald Trump announcement further points out that many recent movie and television studios setup shop in Miami, the following snippet was taken from that article.

"The Miami area has had some recent successes in luring television and film productions to the area. Michael Bay's Pain and Gain is currently filming here, and Rock of Ages filmed scenes between Miami and Broward last year. Production for Burn Notice still calls the Coconut Grove area home, and the quickly canceled ABC series Charlie's Angels filmed in a studio in Wynwood. The county is also home to productions for many Univision and Telemundo shows, but those networks already have their own studios. The in-production Iron Man 3 will also film scenes here later this summer."

They neglected to also mention that the major motion picture Step Up 4 was shot at Soho Studios in Miami's Wynwood district.

It's clear that there's a lot of attention on South Florida film studios and television market. The excitement will continue to brew until there is a final decision made regarding Donald Trump's Trump Studio City. In the meantime, Film and Television studios find their home at Soho Studios in Miami. Our base is conveniently located between Miami Beach, South Beach and Downtown Miami making it ideal for those looking to take advantage of both onsite shoots and studio space.