EVERYONE NEEDS A YODA      “Always two there are, a master and an apprentice.” Yoda, The Phantom Menace

Yoda, the ancient and revered Jedi Master, had trained Jedi for eight centuries, and was very powerful in the Force. When young Padawans began their first foray into Jedi training, they did so under Yoda's guidance.

So, if you want to be a Jedi, you need a master. But how does that apply to you as a filmmaker? What exactly does a master/mentor do?... Click here to read the full article

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Scott Teems has established himself as a sought-after writer, filmmaker and videographer in the New York area, with work ranging from music and comedy videos to corporate and promotional films.

His latest short film, ROOT., which he wrote and directed, is currently touring the festival circuit and has played to full houses in New York and Los Angeles. His short film, INDIGESTION, was an official selection of the 2002 Damah Film Festival, and his feature screenplay, THE BURNING DOWN, recently reached the semi-final round at the Sundance Institute.… (READ BIO)

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	March 11-12, 2005: 4th Annual Damah Film Festival to be held in Los Angeles. Passes are available for purchase on our Web site. Click here for a more detailed list of events and to purchase tickets.
	Damah announces Nominated Films for our fourth annual festival. To see the list of nominated films, click here.
	DVD Sale: Limited offer – purchase our Best of Damah Compilation DVDs for $15/DVD or $40/three-volume-set. This offer good until January 31, 2005. Click here.
	“Best of Damah” Showcase Tour stops off in Lake Placid, New York. Click here for more information on the event and on how to bring Damah to your hometown or campus.

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Jewishfilm.com is hosting its 5th annual SchmoozeDance film fest this January in Park City, UT and they need to rent or buy a BETA machine. Contact Larry at Jewfilm@aol.com or visit http://www.jewishfilm.com

Need a little cash to finance your next film? This is the place to sell your old camera, editing system or Oscar statuette. Need a crew for your next shoot? Advertise here! Introductory offer: For the first two months, these ads are absolutely FREE! Submit your Damah Bazaar ad to jill@damah.com. 40 words or less.

We need volunteers to help out with Damah’s Main Event & Awards Ceremony in L.A. this March. Interested? Contact terence@damah.com.