'Amethyst Rock Star’ has an unusual sound. Williams is an impressively smart spoken-word performer and avoids any trappings of hip hop or spoken word. Williams' voice stays consistent throughout, and the album is filled with clever verse. It pays homage not only to the greatest hip-hop artists, but also criticizes their asinine tendencies.
Saul Williams
Amethyst Rock Star is Saul Williams' debut solo studio album. American Recordings released the album in 2001. It reached number 135 on French Albums Chart. Williams' debut album was praised by music critics and fans, and won several critical awards. Amethyst Rock Star has been a cult favourite despite modest commercial success.
Amethyst Rock Star
Amethyst is Saul Williams' debut solo studio album. It was released on 2001 and reached number 135 at the French Albums Chart. The album features the artist’s signature vocal style as well as a mix of pop, jazz and funk. Both fans and critics have given it high marks. Amethyst Rock Star should be purchased by anyone who loves great music but doesn't need to know the lyrics.
Codified Language
Saul Williams released a new song called Coded Language on his album Amethyst Rock Star. The track runs for eight minutes, forty-eight seconds and is sung in English by Williams. The track is a bold experiment that refuses to fit into any specific genre. The song is a savage and hypnotic amalgamation of lyrics and music, and Williams' voice alternately pulses with fury, soulful, and hypnotic emotion.
Niggy Tardust
Saul Williams delivers a compelling lyrical journey through mythology and politics on his third solo record. His songs are grounded in hip-hop but have heavy rock samplings, reggae consciousness and a surreal, haunting quality. The music is both intense and strange, and it demands your full attention.
Paul Robeson
The film's exploration of the history of African American culture remains one of the most engaging aspects. Redmond, a UCLA musician, reads from Redmond's work and then introduces Saul Williams (who also talks about his long career, as a world-sighted artist). Robeson's works are also discussed, as well as selections he has recorded.
FAQ
Why aren't more independent films distributed?
Many indie filmmakers believe that distributors will take their films.
Because the film is loved by the public, they believe distributors will be interested in it.
However, this is rarely the case. Independent filmmakers are often used by distributors.
They use tactics such as delaying a film's release date until after awards season has ended.
Or they delay the release date of a low-budget film until after the summer blockbuster season has begun.
Distributors try to keep films out of the hands of audiences until they've spent hundreds on tickets, popcorn, and candy.
They don’t want to miss out on these profits.
What is the difference in an indie film and one made in a foreign language?
A filmmaker typically makes an independent film. This is because he or she makes every decision.
On the other hand, a foreign language film is typically produced by a larger production team.
They often hire actors, writers, and directors from other countries.
Professional translators are also available to ensure that the dialogue sounds natural.
How much does Hollywood make in a year?
Production costs on average for a movie are around $100 million. For a decade, ten movies would be enough to produce enough money for a country.
Your island would be yours, complete with an airport, power plant, bank, post office, police force, fire department, school system, hospital, sports stadium, theater, and cinema.
If that doesn't sound like fun, then you must be insane.
How much do actors get paid?
An actor's pay can vary from $1,000,000 per movie to below $100,000 for independent films. Most actors receive around $10,000 - $20,000 per film. However, many actors are not paid at all. It depends on how successful an actor is. It all depends on how successful they are.
What happens when my film doesn't perform well at the box office?
Several things could happen if your film performs poorly at the box office.
First, it is possible to decide to modify how you market the film.
You might also decide to modify the script.
Third, you might consider adding characters.
Fourth, you might decide that some characters should be removed
Fifth, you might decide to cut scenes.
Sixth, it's possible to decide that the film was too expensive.
Is the Hollywood Walk of Fame a free thing?
Yes! You don't have to pay anything to visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame. To take photos of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, however, you will need to apply for a permit. This costs $15 per person.
Bring a valid ID if your intention is to visit Hollywood Walk of Fame.
If you are below 18 years old, you must accompany someone 21-years-old or older.
You cannot enter the walkway until 10 am.
You can't leave the walkway if you have already paid.
Cameras are not allowed on the walkway.
How many movies does Hollywood make a year?
Hollywood studios make approximately 3,000 films annually. It's true, there are three thousand!
Hollywood spends billions to advertise for these movies. They spend millions creating them. They also spend millions marketing them. But how many end up actually getting seen in the theaters, do you think?
Most likely, the answer is around 200-300. What happens to the 2,700+ additional films? Well, most are either made as direct-to-video releases, or they just sit there gathering dust in storage vaults.
Not all of them will be undiscovered. Some have been chosen for distribution via Netflix or Amazon Prime, Hulu Plus and iTunes, Google Play and other platforms.
Hence why don't more of these films be released? Why aren’t they being shown in theaters instead? They are too expensive for production.
And if they were cheaper to produce, they'd be released into theaters.
That's where I come in. I can help guide you in the best way possible to put your movie in theaters.
I will show you how to maximize the return on your investment (ROI), and increase your chances of seeing your film in theaters.
Because let's face it...
It can be difficult to get your movie into theaters. This process can be complicated, lengthy, and filled with legalities.
It might also cost you a lot before you start.
It is even more difficult to distribute your film within a limited timeframe.
There is not enough time to wait between the completion of a film and its theatrical release.
Statistics
- The percentage of black female characters went from 16 percent in 2017 to 21 percent in 2018. (en.wikipedia.org)
- If we translate this to a percentage, we get 28%, so let's be generous and say that ‘Hollywood studios' release about ⅓ of the movies released in the U.S. and Canada each year. (glitteratilobotomy.com)
- By 1911, approximately 60 to 70 percent of films imported into Great Britain were American. (en.wikipedia.org)
- In 2019, that percentage increased to 40 percent. (en.wikipedia.org)
- New York Times article stated that only 15% of the top films in 2013 had women in lead acting roles. (en.wikipedia.org)
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How to get a star in the Hollywood Walk of Fame
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce in 1960 established the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The HWOF can be found at 6233 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, California. It has 2,711 stars embedded in the Hollywood Boulevard sidewalk. Each star represents an individual who contributed to popular culture, such as television, radio or theater. There are currently 1,922 active individuals on the HWOF.
You will need to submit your application to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce in order to be considered for membership to the HWOF. Once submitted, your name will be sent to the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. Once you are approved, you will receive a certificate of eligibility that includes your name, date, residence, occupation, category, and other information. A bronze plaque with your name inscribed on it is also included. This plaque will be attached to a base of concrete in front the designated star.
You may apply to be a star if you are nominated by a HWOF member or if you make significant contributions to television, radio, TV, theatre, music or other forms of "popular culture". The nominations are evaluated by a committee, which then decides whether or not to approve them. If they do so, they send a message to the applicant's address explaining their decision. The second letter is sent to the applicant confirming acceptance of the nomination if the person accepts it. The Hollywood Chamber of commerce charges $25, and then the money is sent to the Department of Cultural Affairs of the City of Los Angles.
The department issues a check payable the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, which then sends the check directly to the Hollywood Walk of Fame Foundation. The foundation pays any artist or organization that submitted an application. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce then pays half of the fee ($12.50). The other half goes to the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.
After an artist has received his/her Star, he/she can be eligible for the HWOF. You must pay the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce the balance due to be included on the HWOF. The amount due is dependent on the number of years since you were first recognized. If you were first honoured in 1990, then you would owe $15,000. You'd owe $10,000 if you were previously nominated in 1990.
Contact the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce to get your name removed from the HWOF and to repay any outstanding debts. They will remove the name of your from the list.
What age is required to become a HWOF star?
You must be at the least 18 year old to be nominated. To receive a Star, one must still be living at the time. A star can be renominated after 10 years.
What happens if I die before my star gets put up?
Your family members can nominate you for a star. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will place an honorary marker in front of the star if there are no living relatives.
Why not use a new street, instead of staring at everyone?
The HWOF was not created to be a historical landmark. It honors those who made history through film.
What happened to the stars that got stolen? The thieves took approximately 1,200 stars. Each star is approximately 250-300 lbs in weight. That's about 4 tons of stars!