Often, when you are a revolutionary in your certain field, there are those that do not like upset things as they are. And when you are Jimi Petulla, the mastermind behind the Film Connection, you are assaulted on all sides because you dared to upset the academic applecart.
There are many areas on the internet where you might see Jimi's name affiliated with Film Connection scam. This is an unfortunate part of being a successful trailblazer. Those that believe you are throwing darts at the conventional educational system will rise up and call an educational institution that has been successful for nearly 30 years, a scam. Sad to say, due to the reputation of the internet, details can spread from one person to another like lightning and anyone can say anything they want and those who read it can or cannot accept is as true.
In order to hear the side of Jimi Petulla, Movie Maker Magazine carried out an interview with him and asked him questions regarding the courses offered. The Film Connection scam is a problem that can topple even the most secure institution thus Jimi made a through description regarding his school and why it can be the best option for anyone aiming to become successful in the film industry.
Jennifer M. Wood, the interviewer, understands that the Film Connection and its associated schools are "throwbacks to the Renaissance period" where you paid your dues, were mentored and then earned a position with those that trained you. It's a concept that worked then, and with the success of the Film Connection and its students, is still working today.
Jimi described, even amongst the Film Connection scam being perpetrated, that the Film Connection, a department of Career Connection, is nothing more than a vehicle to connect film production companies with aspiring apprentices. He further testifies that thousands of beginners have found positions in film, radio and TV companies and stations worldwide.
The interviewer, Jennifer Wood, soon learned that history has shown that most people who are very prosperous in the entertainment business, did not come out of schools with diplomas. Most of these individuals started out by taking odd jobs, they were virtually at the bottom of the ladder and worked hard until they were at the top and living the life they have always wanted.
The old adage, "Those who can do; those who can't teach" is very true in this situation. The students get to learn from people who are really making a living doing their career. Students are taught by working professionals who have agreed to coach one of Film Connection's students. These professionals do not plainly teach they are also demonstrating the students how to handle the equipment and cope with the pressure in the industry. The people who ignited the Film Connection scam statements are individuals who fail to grasp the full idea of the institution and are fakes themselves.
This article was added on Thursday 09 September, 2010.
