<p>i would love to compile a general list of colleges in the nation that are well known for their excellent film programs. please help!</p>
<p>NYU has a good film program, as does USC. They're different though. NYU is more for independent film-making, as you have to find the money to fund your films all on your own. USC (university of southern california) has all the Hollywood backing and they pick a few students each year and fund their films. Columbia also has a good graduate film program. There are lots of others. go to <a href="http://www.filmmaker.com%5B/url%5D">www.filmmaker.com</a> to read some reviews.</p>