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As filmmakers, our passion continues off set. We love watching great films and want to share them with you. Dive in, explore, and see what’s been breaking the mold this season—especially useful if you want to catch titles before awards season.

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Beyond English & Video
Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira

Beyond English & Video

Unlock the full potential of the AI Proposal Generator!, The Bidder. Learn how to easily adapt the app for multiple languages and various business types beyond videography by customizing key fields and leveraging the language selector.

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"429 Too Many Requests" Error
Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira

"429 Too Many Requests" Error

Struggling with API rate limits? This post details how our team fixed the dreaded "429 Too Many Requests" error in our web app. Learn how we used a JavaScript promise queue to serialize requests and a pre-loading strategy to create a stable, error-free user experience.

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Meet the Bidder!
Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira

Meet the Bidder!

Write proposal in minutes. This first version is absolutely free.

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When AI Gets Emotional: My Strange Experience with Gemini
Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira

When AI Gets Emotional: My Strange Experience with Gemini

Filmmaker Tony shares a strange and slightly unsettling experience while coding an app with Google Gemini. Discover how AI can mirror human emotion and what it means for the future of creative collaboration

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Mission Accomplished: 5 Days Flying a Drone in Bayonne Drydock
Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira

Mission Accomplished: 5 Days Flying a Drone in Bayonne Drydock

Last week, I was hired by Infratek https://infrateksolutions.com/mainsite/ to fly a drone for five days 8 hours a day, on Bayonne Drydock and Repair. The conditions on the site were tough. Very hot temperatures, super noise with travelling cranes, welding, painting and alert sirens. We flew the DJI drone very near the concrete wall and took around 10.000 photos avoiding a lot of obstacles and did it with no accidents or damage

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A Journey Through the Feminine Universe: Reflections on Recent Films
Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira

A Journey Through the Feminine Universe: Reflections on Recent Films

What binds these films together is their focus on themes tied to the feminine experience. From identity and strength to vulnerability and societal roles, each story delves into this universe in its own distinct way. It’s remarkable how these narratives, despite being rooted in different cultures and perspectives, find a common language to celebrate and examine femininity.

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Seeing, Believing, and Disbelieving in the Age of AI
Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira

Seeing, Believing, and Disbelieving in the Age of AI

The journey between seeing, believing, and disbelieving isn’t linear—it’s a cycle. Thomas’s story reminds us of the human need for evidence, but also the transformative power of faith. The AI era challenges us to balance critical thinking with open-mindedness. We must scrutinize what we see, question what we believe, and sometimes suspend disbelief to uncover deeper truths.

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Sanitation Services in New York City: A Herculean Task
Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira

Sanitation Services in New York City: A Herculean Task

A focused urban sanitation worker, wearing a green reflective safety vest and a gray hoodie, is captured on a rainy city street. Holding a cart filled with blue garbage bags, he stands amid tall buildings with a blurred background of wet roads and muted traffic lights, conveying the gritty realism of city life. This image portrays the dedication of essential workers in maintaining a clean urban environment, reflecting themes of resilience, daily challenges, and the hidden heroes of the city. Ideal for content related to city living, public service, urban landscapes, or essential workers.

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HEADSHOTS
Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira Antonio Carlos Gomes Siqueira

HEADSHOTS

A good headshot is a crucial component in many professional fields and contexts. It's not just about vanity or showcasing one's looks; a headshot serves multiple purposes that can greatly influence the way you are perceived. Here's why a good headshot is important

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