Do you have the contact details for ...?
Millions of people around the world work in film and associated media. There are many ways to contact them, none of which are through filmmaking.net. See the steps mentioned in the Internet Filmmaker's FAQ under Where can I find info on ...?" and some of the following.
Email Addresses
Now that over 80% of email is spam, most people do not list their personal email addresses in public areas of the Internet any more. This can make it very difficult to locate the address for a certain individual. Many people also find unsolicted email quite obtrusive so in many cases it's better these days to make first contact with someone via traditional mail or on the telephone.
IMDB Pro
The Internet Movie Database offers a subscription service which amongst other things allows you access to contact/agent details for a huge number of actors and film industry people. The subscription fees are very reasonable and open up a range of IMDB services.
Who Represents?
If you are looking for the contact details for an actor or filmmaker's agent, check Who Represents. It's a subscripton service, but very thorough. You can also use IMDB Pro for this function.
In The Real World...
People had to find each other before the Internet existed, so don't just limit your search to online means. Try the old fashioned methods of the phone book, directory assistance (most phone companies offer local and international services).
Otherwise...
Other useful ways of finding people are using Production Guides and Government Film Offices and various industry bodies.
Last updated 13-Dec-2007