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Hollywood East Mixer - Wilmington, NC

By Dan Thornton on October 15, 2012 8:00 AM | No Comments

There will be a mixer on November 8th for anyone working in the North Carolina film industry hosted by Karuna Sun and Jackson Ross. The event is sponsored by Hypnotized Promotions and will be at Club Karmaa in Wilmington where you will be able to meet others in the film business, network with them, and make new contacts.

$6 gets you in the door and after that food will be provided. Bring your business cards. You never know what kind of opportunities might arise and new friends can turn into future business. There will be a DJ and dancing on the second floor of Club Karmaa. The meet and greet is in the lounge on the third floor.

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Atlanta Jewish Film Festival

By Dan Thornton on February 8, 2012 12:53 AM | No Comments

The Atlanta Jewish Film Festival begins today in Atlanta, Georgia and continues through the 29th of February. Opening night will be at the historic Fox Theatre where there will be an Opening Night reception and and live auction for Red Carpet VIP guests and Young Professionals as well as the film My Best Enemy .

Films

Schedule

Atlanta Jewish Film Festival

February 8th thru February 29th

Venues

The Fabulous Fox Theatre
Regal Cinemas Atlantic Station Stadium 16
Lefont Sandy Springs
Georgia Theatre Company Merchants Walk
United Artists Tara Cinemas 4
United Artists North Point Market 8

Tickets

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Seminar: Music For Picture - Arlington, VA

By Dan Thornton on January 30, 2012 10:23 AM | No Comments

Henninger Media Services is having a seminar this week on Music For Picture. The areas top producers and composers will discuss how they make music for films and why it is important to create a mood for the audience.

Importance of music in film and video.
Value of a composer vs. the value of a library.
What producers and directors need to know when working with a composer.
Live musicians vs. Sample-based performances.
Music technology.
How music fits into modern production workflow.

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Carolina Film Alliance - Business Kickoff Event

By Dan Thornton on January 28, 2012 11:50 AM | No Comments

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The Carolina Film Alliance promotes the film business in South Carolina by working with state and local legislators, business owners, residents, and creative talent to provide crew, on-camera talent, and services for feature films and television programming.

They are creating a state wide coalition of film industries officials, film supporters, chambers of commerce, convention and visitor bureaus, and local merchants to help them with their legislative efforts such as tax rebates for the film industry. Tax rebates will help bring more film business to South Carolina which means jobs and money spent in the area on production.

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2012 Oscar Nominations

By Dan Thornton on January 24, 2012 9:18 AM | No Comments

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The nominations are in for the 84th Academy Awards.

Best Picture

The Artist Thomas Langmann, Producer
The Descendants Jim Burke, Alexander Payne and Jim Taylor, Producers
Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close Scott Rudin, Producer
The Help Brunson Green, Chris Columbus and Michael Barnathan, Producers
Hugo Graham King and Martin Scorsese, Producers
Midnight in Paris Letty Aronson and Stephen Tenenbaum, Producers
Moneyball Michael De Luca, Rachael Horovitz and Brad Pitt, Producers
The Tree of Life Nominees to be determined
War Horse Steven Spielberg and Kathleen Kennedy, Producers

Actor In a Leading Role

Demián Bichir A Better Life
George Clooney The Descendants
Jean Dujardin The Artist
Gary Oldman Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy
Brad Pitt Moneyball

Actress In a Leading Role

Glenn Close Albert Nobbs
Viola Davis The Help
Rooney Mara The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
Meryl Streep The Iron Lady
Michelle Williams My Week With Marilyn

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Beneath The Waves Film Festival - Norfolk, Virginia

By Dan Thornton on December 6, 2011 4:52 PM | No Comments

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This is a festival for filmmakers who have work that ties in with the festival's ocean, marine, aquatic theme or issue. You do not have to have underwater footage in the film. They are looking for films from students, filmmakers, scientists, advocates, etc... Anyone with a story to tell about marine life or those that work in support of it. Submissions are due by January 20th, 2012 and the festival will be held in late March.

Selected top entries will be shown on the IMax screen at the Nauticus IMSX Theatre and will include audience participation with the filmmakers about their films. There will also be a workshop on conservation filmmaking where you can learn how to integrate research and film. The Beneath The Waves "Shore Drive Series" is handful of chosen films that will be shown in community theaters across the country as a mini-series event.

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Cleveland Film Commission - Holiday Party and Mixer

By Dan Thornton on December 3, 2011 8:59 AM | No Comments

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The Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) is having a holiday mixer and party at the Cadillac Ranch this month.

A great way to network with people in the film industry around Cleveland. It doesn't matter if you've worked on a Cleveland film or not. If you have an interest in getting involved you should come. Everyone is welcome!

Refreshments will be served and there will be a cash bar.

Greater Cleveland Film Commission

Media Industry Mixer & Holiday Party

Wednesday, December 14th

Cadillac Ranch

200 Euclid Avenue

Cleveland, Ohio

To R.S.V.P contact Jason Drake at jdrake@clevelandfilm.com!

If you have any film news to announce at this event contact Jason Drake at jdrake@clevelandfilm.com!

Indie Filmmaking Workshop - Charlotte, NC

By Dan Thornton on October 24, 2011 8:22 AM | No Comments

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Filmmaker, director, and screenwriter Thomas L. Phillips will be having a weekend workshop on indie filmmaking in Charlotte, NC for two days in November.

Here is what Thomas is offering in this workshop:

"During this two day hands on workshop we will go over all the essentials of filming. Pre-Production, Post-Production, casting, lighting, paperwork, contracts, screenwriting, cinematography, equipment, cameras, casting, working with actors.

There will be equipment on hand to play with and gets your hands dirty,cause as stated this will be hands on and not just you sitting and listening to someone yammer for hours. The only way to learn is by doing.

I have been successful in this business for over a decade, working as a screenwriter, editor, director, producer and cinematographer, casting director, etc. Come and learn from someone that know the ins and out of the business, and there are many. I will not sugar coat it, tell lies and make everything seem like a dream.

This is a tough and ruthless business, that requires a backbone, dedication and a relentless drive.

You will walk away with know how experience, hands on experience and a better understanding of filmmaking in general."

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Learn How to Produce a Public Service Announcement

By Dan Thornton on October 9, 2011 1:26 PM | No Comments

Boatwright Tower at the University of Richmond

University of Virginia - Boatwright Memorial Library (Public Domaain Image by TrunkJunk via Wikipedia)

Learn how to produce a PSA at this workshop with Roxanne Lane at the University of Richmond School of Continuing Studies.

Included in workshop:

Developement, production, and distribution planning process.
Principles of film production.
How to write effective PSA script.
Secrets for getting donated labor, services, equipment, and airtime.
Film production manual provided.
Sample production forms, agreements, contracts, and letters.
Production checklists for writing, producing, and distribution.
Budget template.

Fee: $99

How to Produce a PSA

Saturday, October 15

9:30 am - 4:30 pm

University of Richmond School of Continuing Studies

28 Westhampton Way

Richmond, Virginia

804.289.8000

University of Virginia Continuing Education Classes

Actors Workshop - Carolinas

By Dan Thornton on October 4, 2011 7:45 PM | No Comments

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Casting director turned producer Maxann Crotts-Harvey will be conducting an acting workshop in Rock Hill, South Carolina and Morganton, North Carolina this month.

This will be a networking event as well as a chance to learn about the casting process. You will be filmed and your performance will be critiqued. In the critique you will be given tips on how you performed and show you how to improve.

Some of the topics that will be covered:

Do's and don'ts when auditioning for a casting director.
How to dress and groom for an audition.
Being totally prepared for an audition.
Headshots, how they should look.
How to approach the casting director when you walk in.
Things to do after the audition.
Do you need an agent?
Can I book work on my own if I have an agent?
How much you should pay an agent.

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Lighting and Grip 101 Class in Virginia

By Dan Thornton on September 25, 2011 8:33 AM | 1 Comment

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The Roanoke Chapter of the Virginia Production Alliance is having a class called Lighting & Grip 101, an introduction to lighting for film and video. This is a hands on course. You will be given a chance to work with 3 ton lighting equipment, learn some lighting techniques, and how to use grip resources to shape and mold the light.

Heavy lifting and crawling in and out of the grip truck will be required so dress for the part and bring work gloves. You will be required to sign a waiver to work with the equipment or you can choose to just observe if you prefer.

Gaining some knowledge and experience with this equipment can start you on your way to working at day rate on a film set.

Besides the hands on experience you will receive, the next best thing is this class is free!

The Virginia Production Alliance was formed in 1988 to support the state's film and video industry. Everyone who has an interest in creating moving pictures is encouraged to join the VPA.

Lighting and Grip 101

October 4th

6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Greenfield Education & Training Center

57 S. Center Drive

Daleville, VA

Roanoke VPA website

Virginia Production Alliance website

The Adrenaline Film Project - Virginia Film Festival

By Dan Thornton on September 24, 2011 9:17 AM | No Comments

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The Adrenaline Film Project, part of the Virginia Film Festival, is an opportunity for filmmakers working in teams to create a film in just 72 hours. The short film must be written by the team, cast, shot, and edited in this limited time frame while being supervised by AFP mentors. Then there will be a competitive screening before the movie fans at the Virginia Film Festival.

If you are an actor wanting to build your reel and get some credits you can participate and have the filmmakers consider your work by attending the Adrenaline Actors Meet and Greet on Tuesday, November 1st. You must be available to the filmmakers from Thursday afternoon, November 3rd through Saturday morning November 5th.

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Eat, Drink & B-Indie in Atlanta

By Dan Thornton on September 17, 2011 11:02 AM | No Comments

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Eat, Drink & B-Indie is one of The Atlanta Film Festival's 365 Events. Held on the third Tuesday of every month at Manuel's Tavern in Atlanta. This is an opportunity to have dinner and drinks while observing panel discussions, listening to guest speakers, and checking out new equipment demos.

Speakers:

Alison Fussell: Head of Marketing at EFilm Studio

Jim Farmer: Out On Film/Freelance Writer/Film Publicist

Matt Foster: Dragon*Con Film Festival/Freelance film critic/Film Historian

Charles Judson: Atlanta Film Festival/CinemATL

Scott Thigpen: Writer/Producer - A Powerful Noise

The theme for this month is starting a documentary project. Where to start, funding, distribution, etc...

Eat, Drink & B-Indie in Atlanta

Tuesday, September 20th

Manuel's Tavern

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

602 North Highland Avenue Northeast

Atlanta, Georgia

404.525.3447

Actors Workshop - Wilmington, NC

By Dan Thornton on September 15, 2011 9:28 AM | No Comments

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Casting director turned producer Maxann Crotts-Harvey and casting director Marty Siu will be conducting an acting workshop next month that deals with the business side of acting and getting noticed and hired by a casting director.

This will be a networking event as well as a chance to learn about the casting process from the casting director's point of view and the directors perspective. You will be filmed and your performance will be critiqued. In the critique they will give you tips on how you performed and show you how to improve.

Some of the topics that will be covered:

Do's and don'ts when auditioning for a casting director.
How to dress and groom for an audition.
Being totally prepared for an audition.
Headshots, how they should look.
How to approach the casting director when you walk in.
Things to do after the audition.
Do you need an agent?
Can I book work on my own if I have an agent?
How much you should pay an agent.

Maxann Crotts-Harvey has been a casting director for 25 years and recently has turned to producing movies. She has casted actors for principal and extra roles in major motion pictures, national commercials, documentaries, TV shows, reality shows, and movies of the week. Some of her casting credits include The Strangers, Juwanna Man, Breakfast of Champions, and The Patriot. As a producer she has worked on A Tale About Bootlegging, Palmetto Pointe, The Mill, and One Last Sunset.

Marty Siu has been working as a casting agent for about 15 years. Some of her credits include April Fool's Day, The Perfect Game, Blood Done Sign My Name, and Hunger.

Wilmington Master Class Workshop

Saturday, October 22

1:00 pm

Cost: $210

Payment must be made in advance.

Payment due by October 10th

Directions will be sent for the locations once your have registered.

Send payment with contact information to reserve a spot to:

Maxann Crotts-Harvey

PO Box 36544

Rock Hill, SC 29732

A headshot photo session will be held at noon before the workshop. If you are interested in having a headshot taken the cost is $100 which can be paid at the workshop. There will be lots of photos taken and you can keep them all. Bring a laptop or flash drive and they can be saved for you the same day.

Please let Maxann know in advance if you would like photos so she can give you some advice on what to wear.

Maxann's Website

Email: maxann@gmail.com

International Public Television Screening Conference

By Dan Thornton on September 13, 2011 7:48 PM | No Comments

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The International Public Television Screening Conference or Input for short will be conducting two events in South Carolina this October. Best of Input is a professional development conference where participants will view and discuss thought provoking broadcasting programs from around the world.

Producers and independent filmmakers, via Skype, will join the discussion where attendees will have an opportunity to speak with them.

Input was created to promote the exchange of television programs, ideas, and production techniques for broadcasters around the world and to improve the quality of public service broadcasting worldwide.

Registration is free. The two sessions are similar so there is no need to attend both.

Best of Input Columbia Session

Friday, October 7th

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SCETV Studio

1101 George Rogers Blvd.

Columbia, South Carolina

Click here to register for the Best of Input Columbia Session

Best of Input Charleston Session

Saturday, October 8th

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Trident Technical College

The Nursing Auditorium (Room 791), Building 920

7000 Rivers Avenue

North Charleston, South Carolina

Click here to register for the Best of Input Charleston Session

International Public Television Screening Conference website

Dalliance Films - Modern Film Fest - Three For Dinner

By Dan Thornton on September 13, 2011 4:35 PM | No Comments

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Dalliance Films likes to contribute to the Charlotte, North Carolina film community and industry so I hope you'll come out and support them by seeing their short film Three For Dinner which will be playing at the Modern Film Fest in Kannapolis, North Carolina on October 1st at 9:00 pm at the Gem Theater.

Three For Dinner is a whodunit where a wealthy family falls prey to a home invasion. A 40s style film noir starring Ana Shaw, Mahri Shelton, Scott C. Reynolds, Michael Sharpe, and Michael Melendez.

Modern Film Fest is held in Kannapolis, North Carolina at the Gem Theater which has a large 916 seat auditorium with balcony. The festival runs for three days from Friday, September 30th thru Sunday, October 2nd. Don't miss the North Carolina Filmmakers Discussion Panel at the Gem Theater Annex, Saturday at 4:30 pm, the Belly Dancing Performance Friday at 6:00 pm in Veterans Park, or the Skydog Woody Project Band performing on opening night in Veterans park at 8:00 pm.

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Feature Film Business Workshop - California

By Dan Thornton on September 13, 2011 6:39 AM | No Comments

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Indiecon is conducting a workshop and seminar called Overcoming the Catch 22's of Producing Your First Feature Film, for filmmakers or anyone who would like to know how feature films are made. Indiecon is a forum/community that supports independent filmmakers, game producers, and animators.

Topics Covered:

Script Development Conducive to Low/Micro Budgets
Creating Your Own Film Opportunities as an Actor
Creating a Comprehensive Business Plan & Pitching Investors
Dealing with Agents, Unions, Banks & Vendors
Posting & Delivering Your Film on a Budget
Distributing Your Film in Today's Rapidly-Evolving Market
Marketing & Promoting Your Film

Register for Sacramento Workshop

Sunday, September 18

1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tower Theatre

421 Vernon Street

Roseville, California

Register for Santa Monica Workshop

Saturday, September 24, 2011

2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Aero Theatre

1328 Montana Avenue

Santa Monica, California

Indiecon Website

Script Writing Workshop with Linda Cowgill - SC Film Commission

By Dan Thornton on August 19, 2011 9:03 AM | No Comments

A script writing workshop will be presented by the South Carolina Film Commission in Columbia, South Carolina next month. Linda Cowgill, who heads the Screenwriting Department at the Los Angeles Film School, will be conducting the workshop.

Linda will cover the basics of short and feature film script writing and all the essentials needed to render a great script. She has held seminars and workshops throughout the U.S and abroad including the American Film Institute, the Kennedy Center, and IFP Miami . She also has written three books on screenwriting: Secrets of Screenplay Structure, Writing Short Films, and The Art of Plotting.

The workshop is free and open to the public.

Registration is required.

Register Here

Script Writing Workshop:

Saturday, September 10th

9:30 am - 6:00 pm

University of South Carolina

Room 214

McMaster College Campus

1615 Senate Street

Columbia, South Carolina

For more inforation contact:

Brad Jayne: brad@creativeforgeproductions.com

Robert Richmond: bourner@mailbox.sc.edu

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Film Workshop: Women Who Are Doing It For Themselves - Austin, TX

By Dan Thornton on July 31, 2011 9:01 AM | No Comments

Indonesian film producer Mira Lesmana, 2007.

Film producer Mira Lesmana ((Image by Dragunova via Wikipedia)

Women Who Are Doing It For Themselves, a workshop by the Creative Writing Department at Austin Community College and FilmKZP Productions, will be presented on Thursday, August 4th.

This is a free workshop aimed at women of color that are writers and producers. There will be a screening of the work in progress A Swingin' Trio along with discussions with writers and producers such as Amparo Garcia-Crow, Carla L. Jackson, Lizette Jamison, Maganthrie Pillay, and Timeca M. Seretti.

Workshop:

Women Who Are Doing It For Themselves

August 4th

6:00 pm

Austin Community College

Eastview Campus

Building 8000, Room 8362

3401 Webberville Road

Austin, Texas

They have limited seating so register in advance. If the demand is high they will seek a larger room.

Registration Deadline for confirmed seating:

Monuday, August 1st

Register for the free workshop at:

http://www.austincc.edu/crw/html/blog.html

Audition Skills Workshop - Chicago, IL

By Dan Thornton on June 19, 2011 7:45 AM | No Comments

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Acting Studio Chicago is holding a 3 day weekend class on auditioning skills.

On Camera Class
Voiceover Class
Monologue Class
Cold Reading Class
Chicago Market discussion with Dawn Gray from Gray Talent Group and Lindsay Glickstein from Grossman Jack Talent.
Wine and Cheese Networking

Audition Skills Workshop

Friday August 19th - Sunday August 21st

Acting Studio Chicago

10 W. Hubbard Street, Suite 2E

Chicago, IL 60654

312.527.4566

More information:

http://www.actingstudiochicago.com/class/Audition_Skills_WS.html

Registration:

http://www.actingstudiochicago.com/register_for_acting_class.html

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