Filmpeople, the online platform for Dutch filmmakers, has refreshed the interface for its users and is working on improving communication with members and account holders. The organization has been maintaining platforms such as Filmvacatures.nl, Filmindustry.nl, Filmstart, and Filmnieuws.nu for years. The number of users is steadily increasing. Consequently, many structural technical adjustments have been implemented on the Filmpeople platforms over the past two years. The software on which the websites run was well prepared for the future, but as a result, much of the work took place behind the scenes. Significant improvements are now also visible on the outside. Fedor Limperg, one of the founders of Filmpeople: “Letting the programmers do their thing is enormously important, because without that, nothing is possible. But we have now reached the point where we can also tackle the visible aspects. We recently created clearer icons in the dashboard and rewrote accompanying texts and explanations. It is very simple, but it makes the platform a lot more user-friendly.” In the process, the helpdesk was also streamlined, an extensive archive of 'frequently asked questions' was compiled, and information about Filmpeople and the ideals behind the network is now available online. “During an email survey, we discovered that many filmmakers enjoy using our services and websites, but are not always aware of the full range of possibilities.” The organization aims to better communicate what Filmpeople offers as a network for people working in the Dutch film industry. The improvements to the network's websites are partly driven by the growing membership base; the number of paying members more than doubled last year, from 700 to 1,500. Limperg explains: “Thanks to this strong growth, we can now further develop the networking functions of our sites. And that is great, because our heart lies with the creative maker, and we want to facilitate and make easier the creation of beautiful, distinctive films. We want to connect filmmakers with each other as much as possible, so that they can creatively cross-pollinate each other.” For more information about Filmpeople, you can visit: http://www.filmpeople.nl/paginas/view/150

A review of the latest film by filmmaker Terrence Malick, Knights of Cups, can be found on https://myjour.com. Also available to read on Blendl, TPO Magazine, and Elinea. (Film and TV & Art)

The KADER Film Festival is looking for new audiovisual productions in the categories feature film, documentary, animation, experimental, and music video from emerging and more experienced filmmakers from the South-East Brabant region*. An expert jury will select a winner in each category, who will be awarded a certificate. For the terms and conditions and the registration form, go to: www.kaderfestival.nl The deadline for submissions is November 16, 2015. The festival will take place on the weekend of January 15 to 17 at De Cacaofabriek in Helmond. Reusel-De Mierden, Oirschot, Bladel, Eersel, Bergeijk, Valkenswaard, Waalre, Veldhoven, Best, Son en Breugel, Laarbeek, Nuenen, Geldrop-Mierlo, Cranendonck, Heeze-Leende, Helmond, Someren, Gemert-Bakel, Deurne, Asten, Eindhoven

Dear filmmaker, ShortsTV, the premier TV channel for short films, offers you the chance to pitch your new short film project during The Pitch competition at the 35th Netherlands Film Festival. The winner will receive a €5,000 production budget plus professional guidance from ShortsTV. Additionally, the winning pitch will be promoted on Cinecrowd.nl to secure an additional €5,000 in crowdfunding for the project. What is The Pitch? After previous editions, we have decided to make The Pitch a bit more exciting and implement some changes – including a live final opposite a jury panel of experts. You get 30 seconds to present your idea – The Pitch – for a future short film project live at the NFF. The pitches are then presented to the audience via Facebook, supplemented by a 15-second reel of previous work. For example, a short film or a showreel (which may be screened with permission). The four pitches with the most votes automatically advance to the final, while the fifth finalist is selected by the NFF. If your application is accepted, you will be invited to the Netherlands Film Festival on Thursday, September 24, to deliver your pitch directly in front of the camera, in one take. The final takes place on Monday, September 28, with a live audience and in the presence of a jury panel of experts. For the final, each participant receives 2 minutes, plus an additional demoral of 45 seconds. The winner will be announced that same evening. For detailed information, visit The Pitch page at www.eu.shorts.tv Application closing date Sunday, September 13, 2015. See you at the festival! Kind regards, SHORTS TV

On Tuesday, September 29, the Netherlands Film Festival is organizing Talent Day. For filmmakers looking to get started on a film plan, there is The Testing Ground in the morning. Many filmmakers have laid the foundation for their short film, One Night Stand, or feature film in previous Testing Grounds. During brainstorming sessions, you will receive a wealth of feedback and discover which other filmmakers you would like to collaborate with. Registration is open to screenwriters and directors of fiction projects and documentaries, preferably with a plan, but without one is also possible. There are a limited number of spots available for emerging producers.

Altura ATX8 V2 Drone for sale, year of manufacture 2013. This drone hasn't logged too many hours yet; I can show examples if there is a need. This drone has all the safety features you could expect from an aircraft. A number of important functions are: - Auto Landing - GPS lock - Battery voltage on tablet and main controller - Signal loss with controller? It lands itself at the place where it took off. This entire set consists of: - 2 Graupner MX20 controllers for operating the drone. - 1 Graupner MX20 controller for the camera and camera mount. From this controller, you can adjust the horizon, tilt, zoom, and control start/stop. - 1 Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 for reading all values, plotting an auto-fly route, danger warnings, 'follow-me' function. - Both Graupners feature a small TFT screen with a live feed from the (optional) camera. This camera can be easily connected using a yellow RCA connector. - Shutter cable for the Sony HDR CX 730E - Shutter cable suitable for multiple DSLR cameras. - 1 charger for 1 battery - 1 charger for 4 batteries at once - 2 chargers for Graupners - 1 charger for Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 - 1 case (self-lined with foam inside) for transporting batteries, chargers, tablet, etc. - 13 5000mAh LiPo batteries (the drone flies 6-10 minutes on 2 batteries) - 2 3000mAh batteries for the back of the controllers (power for TFT screens and receiving WiFi signal for tablet) - a number of spare propellers - a number of somewhat smaller batteries for the back of Graupners The drone can therefore fly in GPS lock mode and is easy to master. An explanation and instruction can be provided upon request. This whole set cost me around €16,000. I am looking for an amount of approximately €3,500. Offers are welcome, but no silly offers. Naturally, it must be in working condition. Invoices are available. There is no warranty on the drone. Send an email to: www.kestervisuals.nl or call: (Bart) 0624976484