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Updated May 28th, 2009
“Madison Hall” – Free Test Screening
Open to filmmakers, film enthusiasts… anyone!
Madison Hall is the first capstone ever made in the ASU School of Theatre and Film and is the first feature to come out of the program. The screening is Saturday June 6th at Chandler Cinemas. The event starts at 7pm and there is an after party down the street at Iguana Macks.
Madison Hall www.madisonhallmovie.com Synopsis: Two fights, a kidnapping, a break-in in the tunnel system, and a bomb threat send the campus police for a wild ride as they search for the terrorist responsible for the acts committed by 14 dumb college students all who, conveniently enough, live in Madison Hall.
Test Screening Info: Saturday, June 6th. 7pm Chandler Cinemas www.chandlercinemas.com 2140 N. Arizona Ave. Chandler, AZ. FREE (bring all your friends!)
After Party at Iguana Macks http://www.iguanamacks.com/home.php
For further questions or information, please email info@madisonhallmovie.com.
Updated May 18th, 2009
Piranha 3D Extras Needed
June 1st-13th
Good Faith Casting is seeking Extras for Piranha 3D filming in Lake Havasu.
Needed: 18-25 year olds (or look it, however must be over 18) who look good in swimwear and can scream and die in a believable way so as to recreate the perfect spring break that goes horribly wrong! Any ethnicity. You must be comfortable in water.
We are also looking for female Hawaiian Tropic type models, ages 18-30. Please put HAWAIIAN TROPIC TYPE in the subject line ONLY if you fit this.
Other Details: Have fun in the Arizona sun, and beautiful clear cool waters of Lake Havasu. Along with pay, we are raffling off gift cards to an electronics store ranging in value from $50 to $1000 along with other great prizes and incentives! Everyone who fits the specs are welcome to submit and participate. You do not need to live in Lake Havasu City as long as you are willing to get yourself there. So, get your friends to submit as well so you can bring your friends and make a vacation out of it . . . a vacation where you get paid to stay on the lake with others your age, have fun, get fed, win prizes, and be in a major motion picture!
To Submit: Send an email to GFCsubmissions@gmail.com with your name, agency if any, union status, height, weight, city you live in, age or range, phone numbers, email, with a close up photo and a full-body photo in jpg format attached. If you have professional photos, please also submit those photos. Photos in swimwear is a plus. Please also note if you have any special skills or strange human tricks such as flips, roller blading, etc. etc. Think outside the box. What can you do to stand out from the crowd? This might be the thing that gets you more pay! The pay for extras on this project is AZ minimum wage per hour for 8 hours, time and a half after 8 hours. When you submit, please put the word "FISH: in the subject line of your email. Please do not direct us to a photo of you on another site and do not assume we already have your photo even if you have worked with us before. Each new project requires a new submission. No phone calls please. Do not submit if you have already submitted for this production.
Updated May 15th, 2009
How Do We Raise the Bar in Filmmaking in Arizona?
By going out to see each other's work. By purchasing tickets at our local theaters that show locally produced films. By watching our fellows filmmakers as they appear in local media. By catching the newest web series, or locally produced local cable television shows. By rewarding creativity. By challenging ourselves to do better. The Independent Feature Project wants to support our local filmmaking community by creating a public calendar that lists these types of events into one general guide that will give you ideas on how to spend your Saturday nights. If you have an event that falls in this category, please email for details.
Kate Hoy at khoy@ifpphx.org
Here is a link to the calendar: http://ifpphx.ning.com/events/event/listUpcoming
Updated May 14th, 2009
The More You Know - Notes From the Film Office
Storm Water Discharge
Did you know that if you utilize a rain maker for your project that a special permit is needed for the discharging water entering the City's storm drain system?
Not to worry though, it is free and the Phoenix Film Office can help walk you through the process. Just give us a few days notice as we have to work with another government agency so there might be a slight delay.
The reason the City requires this permit is to reduce the addition of pollutants to storm water in quantities or concentrations that could violate applicable water quality standards.
To read the full city code, go to: http://phoenix.gov/CITYCODE/ch032c.html
Updated May 12th, 2009
IFP/PHX Seminar Presents the Stu Pollard Workshop
Saturday Seats Are Still Available With Stu Pollard Sunday's One-on-One Time Slots are Sold Out!!!
Date: Saturday & Sunday, May 16 & 17, 2009 Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm IFP/PHX Second Floor Screening Room 1700 N 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85007 602.955.6444
Admission: Saturday only (lunch included): ***$55 for IFP/PHX Members and ***$95 for Non-Members Sunday's one-on-one time slots are Sold Out!!! - Both days: $100 for IFP/PHX Members and $170 for Non-Members
This two-day lab, with producer Stu Pollard, is for producers/filmmakers who are preparing to raise funds from angel investors. Also discussed are: identifying the best financing prospects, ideas for maintaining successful relationships with investors and tools for making your deal more attractive. Producer Stu Pollard, credits include Ira & Abby, Dirty Country, Keep Your Distance, and Nice Guys Sleep Alone.
On Saturday (seats are still available) the focus is on the key elements of an independent film business plan, including structure, layout and research. On Sunday (Sold Out!!!), Stu will have 30-minute one-on-one sessions with seminar participates to discuss their own projects. Order Your Tickets Today!
Purchase tickets at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/producer/3380 Members use code IFPPHX to receive your discount price and please show your membership card at the door for verification.
***Indicates prepurchase price, add $5 for walk-ins, if available. For more information, visit www.IFP.org or Pollard Film Consultants
Updated May 8th, 2009
The More You Know - Notes From the Film Office
Marketing Yourself
Are you a film industry professional looking to market yourself or your company? There are a couple of things you can do.
The Arizona Production Association publishes a manual every year listing crew and companies related to the film industry located in Arizona. This manual is distributed to production companies and producers looking to film in Arizona and is promoted by the Phoenix Film Office, the Arizona Film Office and other film offices around the state. The same manual is also available on-line and you may visit it to find out current rates to list yourself. The site is: www.azproduction.com
The Phoenix Film Office also has a production manual that is only available on-line. There is no cost to be listed with us, but we limit the people in our manual to those with Greater Phoenix mailing addresses (Greater Phoenix includes, but is not limited to, areas such as Scottsdale, Tempe, Glendale, Gilbert, Cave Creek, Buckeye, Apache Junction, Maricopa, etc.). To view the manual, click on "Production Manual" in the left navigational bar. If you wish to list yourself, simply follow the appropriate link below and fill out the information and your listing will be up in about a week! You may only be listed three times.
For Crew (individual freelance people), go to: http://copwww05.phoenix.gov/forms/film/ProductionPersonnelListing.aspx
For Production Services (companies that offer a service such as hotels or equipment houses), go to: http://copwww05.phoenix.gov/forms/film/ServiceListing.aspx
Updated May 7th, 2009
Arizona Production Association - Open Meeting
Date: May 12th (Tuesday) Time: 7:00pm Location: Collins College - 1425 South 14th Street, Tempe
The Arizona Production Association (APA) is hosting a meeting open to the film community and interested parties to discuss the current state of the Film Industry in Arizona and what steps can be taken to increase the volume of production activity.
The APA has retained the services of ESI to prepare an independent review of the Film Industry in Arizona and they will be on hand to discuss how the film community can participate in this report.
Golden Mexican Film Review
Free Event
The Consulate General of Mexico in Phoenix and the Phoenix Public Library present the Golden Mexican Film Review this Saturday, May 9th! Screenings will be held at the Phoenix Public Library (1221 North Central Avenue)
Features include: La Perla (10:30am showing) starring Pedro Armendariz and Maria Elena Marques Bugambilia (1:00pm showing) starring Dolores del Rio and Pedro Armendariz Salon Mexico (3:00pm showing) starring Marga Lopez and Miguel Inclan
Entry is free, but seating is limited so arrive early!
Updated May 5th, 2009
"Lightbulb" Screening
Phoenix Film Society May Screening When: Tuesday, May 12, 2009 Time: 7:00 pm Where: Harkins Scottsdale/101
The Arizona Republic and The Phoenix Film Society present a screening of the LIGHTBULB, the winner of the Best Picture Award at the 2009 Phoenix Film Festival. Following the screening there will be a discussion about the film hosted by Bill Goodykoontz of The Arizona Republic.
Synopsis: Directed by Jeffrey Balsmeyer, LIGHTBULB is a serious comedy about two friends, a small-time inventor and a fast-talking salesman who deal with mishaps and failed inventions before coming up with a product that becomes a worldwide phenomenon. LIGHTBULB is a story about hope and persistence in the face of hard times and features Dallas Roberts (I Walk the Line, 3:10 to Yuma), Jeremy Renner (The Assassination of Jesse James, The Hurt Locker), Ayelet Zurer (Munich, Angels & Demons). LIGHTBULB has had success at over a dozen film festivals and was the winner of the Best Picture and Best Director Awards at the 2009 Phoenix Film Festival.
Tickets: Tickets for this event are free for Phoenix Film Society and IFP Phoenix members. Members may bring one guest for free. You must RSVP by e-mailing society@phxfilm.com or call 602-955-6444 to ensure you receive admittance to this screening. Additional guests may attend by purchasing a ticket for $10 online at: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/66588
Updated May 4th, 2009
Arizona Latino Research Enterprise
Spring 2009 Luncheon
May 12, 2009 - 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Rachel B. Rivera Speaker Series
ALRE, with support by Advocates for Latino Art & Culture, National Association of Latino Independent Producers and New Carpa Theatre Company, presents: "Lights, Action...Cultura: Latino Film & Theater in Arizona"
Panelists Will Include: Marcus De Leon, Screenwriter/Director James E. Garcia, Journalist, Playwright & ASU Instructor Guillermo Reyes, ASU MFA Playwriting Program Elaine Romero, Playwright
Playhouse on the Park at Viad Corporate Center 1850 N. Central Avenue | Phoenix, Arizona (Parking is adjacent to the theatre entrance and is only accessible from Palm Lane on the North side of the building.)
$25 per person or FREE with "Friends of ALRE" status To reserve your place, please e-mail info@alre.org or call 602.448.5483
Updated May 1st, 2009
4th Annual Student Film Festival - Winners
Congratulations to the winners of the 4th Annual Student Film Festival Winners! The festival was held at the Harkins Valley Art Theatre in Tempe on the 27th and 28th of April.
1st Place - "The Dan Peters Interview" by The Kennedy Brothers 2nd Place - "Beautiful Addiction" by Nick Ramirez 3rd Place - "I Am The Best" by Wasef El-Kharouf
The event featured the work of dozens of ASU filmmakers eager to see their work on the big screen.
EXTRAS CASTING FOR THE HISTORY CHANNEL
Good Faith Casting is casting extras for the History Channel documentary, "Sniper: Anatomy of a Kill" and need non-speaking extras. This is non-union. Pay is $110 per day, plus $50 for travel/gas. The shoot is this Saturday, May 2nd 2009 in Kingman, Arizona. There is no additional pay for travel and no accommodations so preference will be given to actors local to the area or willing to drive.
Good Faith Casting is looking for 3 male Taliban Insurgent types. There are no roles for females. Do not submit if you are not available for the shoot date.
To Submit: Send an email to GFCsubmissions@gmail.com with your name, agency if any, union status, height, weight, city you live in, age or range, phone numbers, email, with a close up photo and a full-body photo in jpg format attached. If you have professional photos, please also submit those photos. Note if you have any weapons experience. Please put the words "History Channel" in the subject line of your email as they are casting multiple projects. Please do not link to a photo of you on another site and do not assume they already have your photo even if you have worked with them before. Each new project requires a new submission. No phone calls please.
Updated April 30th, 2009
Free Screening of Disney's Free Screening of Disney's "Wall-E"
Head over to the new Civic Space Park on Friday, May 2nd at 7:30pm for a free movie night featuring the Disney film "Wall-E".
The event is sponsored by Arizona State University students and is part of a larger safety initiative to encourage positive use of the brand-new park.
The park is located at 424 N. Central Ave, right next to the Van Buren St and Central Ave light rail station.
Updated April 29th, 2009
2008 Report on the Motion Picture Incentive Program
PIRANHA 3D MOVIE - MORE EXTRAS NEEDED!
The Arizona Department of Commerce has released the 2008 Calendar Year report on the Motion Picture Incentive Program.
Greetings! We have had a very good response to our recent call for extras on this movie. We are sending out the notice again because we need MORE MORE MORE extras. Please don't resubmit if you have already submitted on this production. If we are interested in casting you, we will contact you very soon so please be patient. We are now also seeking Amputees' to be featured extras in the piranha wounded scenes. These folks are harder to find so please help us spread the word. Because they are featured extras, the amputees will be paid more.
In addition, here is some info that might help answer some questions.
#1, the speaking roles have been cast or are close to being cast so we are no longer taking submissions for speaking roles.
Next, the pay on this for extras is minimum wage with overtime over 8 hours, and "bumps" (additional pay) for special skills if applicable. See below for "incentives and prizes also being offered." There is no additional pay for travel or accommodations. We are working out a deal with local hotels in Lake Havasu City to offer room rates for about $49. We are also planning a "mixer" here in Phoenix to allow those selected to meet each other and perhaps find a roommate(s) and/or someone to ride with. However, we are NOT ABLE to coordinate any specific travel and accommodation arrangements for liability reasons. The majority of extras will be needed for two weeks starting June 1 through June 13th. We would love to have you for the whole time but if you can work some but not all the days, please submit that also. We will take what you can give us as long as you "commit" and don't bail at the last minute. The shoot is from May 11th through July 11th but we are seeking "hot" 18-25 year olds and Amputees' only for the 2 week period mentioned. Under NO circumstance are we allowed to cast anyone who is not 18 years old. Period. No exceptions. Please don't submit any minors. This is an opportunity to be involved in something really big, and really fun. Nobody is getting rich of this extras job, or any extras job for that matter, but it is a team effort to make a good film here in Arizona. Good attitudes and strong work ethic a must on this shoot.
To Submit: Send an email to GFCsubmissions@gmail.com with your name, agency if any, union status, height, weight, city you live in, age or range, phone numbers, email, with a close up photo and a full-body photo in jpg format attached. If you have professional photos, please also submit those photos. Photos in swimwear is a plus. Please also note if you have any special skills or strange human tricks such as flips, roller blading, etc. etc. Think outside the box. What can you do do stand out from the crowd? This might be the thing that gets you more pay! When you submit, Please put the word "Fish" in the subject line of your email. If you are an amputee, please put that in the subject line. Please do not direct us to a photo of you on another site and do not assume we already have your photo even if you have worked with us before. Each new project requires a new submission. No phone calls please. Do not submit if you already submitted for this production.
Updated April 28th, 2009
2008 Report on the Motion Picture Incentive Program
The Arizona Department of Commerce has released the 2008 Calendar Year report on the Motion Picture Incentive Program.
To view the document, go to: http://www.azcommerce.com/Film/ and click on "2008 Annual Report (.PDF)" listed under "Publications"
Updated April 27th, 2009
The More You Know - Notes From the Film Office
Economic Impact Reporting
Did you know that the Phoenix Film Office tracks the money spent by filmmakers in Phoenix?
Every year after the first of July, the Phoenix Film Office publishes its annual report detailing the number of crew members and talent hired, production days, hotel nights and the overall economic impact on the Valley from the film industry. We do this because, A) it is important for elected officials to see how our industry affects the economy and B) no one else is doing it.
Here is how you can help! The Phoenix Film Office is generally only aware of projects when they contact us directly. However, it is no secret that filming occurs daily in studios and throughout the Valley. When you work on one of these projects, ask the Producer or UPM to fill out our survey (see the link in the left navigational bar titled "Survey") and we will be able to understand the positive affect the production had on our workforce and tax revenue.
Updated April 24th, 2009
Independent Film Week - Call for Entries
Formerly known as the IFP Market, Independent Film Week is the oldest and largest forum in the U.S. for the discovery of new projects in development and new voices on the independent film scene. It is qualitatively and quantitatively the best and biggest opportunity for an independent filmmaker to connect with industry professionals - including producers, funders, distributors, broadcasters, sales agents and festival programmers.
Independent Film Week's Project Forum (Emerging Narrative, No Borders International Co-Production Market and Spotlight on Documentaries) allows participating filmmakers access to hundreds of one-to-one pitch meetings, numerous networking opportunities throughout the week, "Sneak Preview" screenings, and the Filmmaker Conference, featuring over 30+ cutting edge panel discussions & case studies.
Now accepting applications for Spotlight on Documentaries, a program for filmmakers in production or post-production seeking financing partners, broadcast/distribution, and festival invitations.
Early Deadline May 1st Submission Fee $50
Final Deadline May 21st Submission Fee $60
For more information, visit: http://www.ifp.org/content/noncms/ny/newsletters/09dedicated/IFW_03_2009/
Updated April 23rd, 2009
Executive Suites Available
Executive office suites are available within the attractive voice-over and post production facility of Lambchops Studios located in Central Phoenix at 4612 N. 12th Street. The two spaces available are:
225 sq ft executive suite for $575 a month 140 sq ft executive suite for $425 a month
Each are offered on a one-year lease and include:
Free electric, water, and filtered drinking water Free internet service Free phone service Use and cleaning of common areas - conference room, kitchen, reception area and restrooms Ample on-site parking Building security system Conveniently located near I-51 & I-10, restaurants, hotels, shopping, airport and downtown
Please call Susan or Jim at 602-279-0900, or e-mail Susan at susan@lambchops.com.
Updated April 22nd, 2009
MPAA - 2007 Economic Impact Report
The Motion Picture Association of America has just released their economic impact report that details expenditures of films in all 50 states in 2007 (the latest year data is available). The report states that movies have resulted in:
- 2.5 million American jobs
- an average salary of $74,700 for production employees
- $41.1 billion in wages to workers in America
- $38.2 billion in payments to U.S. vendors and suppliers, small businesses and entrepreneurs
- $13 billion in income and sales taxes
- $13.6 billion in trade surplus
To view the report, go to: http://www.mpaa.org/press_releases/econreport2009.pdf
The Motion Picture Association of America, Inc. (MPAA) serves as the voice and advocate of the American motion picture, home video and television industries from its offices in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. Its members include: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures; Paramount Pictures Corporation; Sony Pictures; Entertainment Inc.; Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation; Universal City Studios LLLP; and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
Updated April 21st, 2009
Piranha Casting
From the director of "The Hills Have Eyes" and "Mirrors" (Alexandre Aja) "Piranha" is set to film in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, from May 11 through the end of June!
Faith Hibbs-Clark, CSA, Casting Director and owner of Good Faith Casting, LLC is heading up the local casting of day-players.
Needed: 18-25 year olds who look good in swimwear and can scream and die in a believable way so as to recreate the perfect spring break that goes horribly wrong!
Don't Delay! Have fun in the Arizona sun, and beautiful clear cool waters of Lake Havasu. Along with pay, we are raffling off gift cards to an electronics store ranging in value from $50 to $1000 along with other great prizes and incentives!
Everyone is welcome to submit and participate. You do not need to live in Lake Havasu City as long as you are willing to get yourself there. So, get your friends to submit as well so you can bring your friends and make a vacation out of it . . . a vacation where you get paid to stay on the lake with others your age, have fun, get fed, attend a wrap party, win prizes, and be in a major motion picture!
Submit your contact information (email/phone #'s) and photos, full body & close-up, to: havasuextras@gmail.com (Please put the word "FISH" in the subject line of your submission email)
For more information on the project and other casting resources for Piranha, go to: www.goodfaithcasting.com/piranha/piranha.html
Updated April 20th, 2009
Job Opening - Final Cut Pro Editor
Metro Studios is looking for a Final Cut Pro editor with Video Production experience. Clients range from Fortune 500 companies to small business owners. Candidates should have the following qualifications:
- Proficient with Final Cut Pro, Motion, After Effects, Photoshop, DVD Studio Pro, Compressor, Soundtrack Pro and 3D Software programs.
- Proficient in videography, talent direction and lighting.
- Perform technical editorial functions including rough cuts, graphic design & integration, audio sweetening, color correction and final delivery of projects in various formats.
- Attention to detail, be constantly vigilant throughout all projects for correct details, spelling, and ultimate program content.
- Coordinate all aspects of editing as needed; Interface with project coordinator, client and producer; work closely with clients to ensure their needs are met and offer creative solutions for each project - Ability to manage and meet tight deadlines.
- Perform basic troubleshooting and minor engineering of edit suite and field production gear.
- Ability to work effectively with production colleagues in a corporate environment.
- Energy, enthusiasm & initiative, "Can Do" attitude.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Customer service orientation; professional presence and superior client relationship skills.
- 3+ years Final Cut Pro experience and shooting in the corporate or television production industry.
Pay Commensurate with experience and ability. Visit our website to see a portfolio of projects - http://www.Metro-Studios.com
Please send links to demo reel and resume to:
Clay Stubblefield Metro Studios, Production Manager 9831 S. 51st Street, Suite D-133 Phoenix, AZ 85044-5676 480-502-2004, ext.307 / 480-294-6469 FAX clay@metrostudios.net www.Metro-Studios.com
Updated April 17th, 2009
Casting Audition
BullyBuffer.com will be holding auditions for two key roles and some supporting roles.
We are looking for enthusiastic teens to fill 2 main character roles as well as other teens to compliment the video stories known as specials.
Other actor needs are: 1 male bully, 17-18, maybe 6 feet (lines) 1-2 male sidekicks (no lines) 1 male victim, 12-13(look), small, fireball, he is picked on often. (lines) 1 male 17-18, good looking, Harmony's interest. 12-20 Background teens. Various sizes, sexes, shapes, etc.
The videos will be shot around schedules as much as possible. We will shoot between 2-4 videos a day depending upon circumstances.
This independent production will pay the main characters $35. - $55./ day and the supporting actors will be paid $35. /day.
Background actors will be fed lunch and snacks along with cast and crew.
BullyBuffer.com is a production of Paul O'Neill who has been bullied and watched his teenage son get bullied.
Auditions will be held on Saturday April 18 from 1-4 pm. At Villa Montessori school in Phoenix - 4535 N. 28th Street (across from Camelback High School between Camelback and Indian School Rds).
The classroom is on the north east corner of 28th Street and Meadowbrook Ave.
Signs will be posted.
MOVIE PREMIERE: THE CONTROLLER Watch on the STARZ Kids & Family Channel Monday, April 20, 2009 at 1:50PM (Arizona Time)
THE CONTROLLER was filmed in Metropolitan Phoenix at locations such as US Airways Corporate Headquarters and Donovan's Steak & Chop House, and stars Bob Rue, Tank Jones, Lolita Sahwany, John Dobradenka, Jeff Niemoeller and Vince Reign.
With appearances by Laura Durant, Tony Casanova, Carin Sprague, Byron Browne and Cathy Rankin. Nansi Michels, Producer. For more information go to: http://www.starz.com/titles/ControllerThe
THE CONTROLLER garnered an award for Best Independent Feature (ages 12-18) 2008 from the KIDS FIRST! Film Festival, and will be traveling to Kona, Hawaii for the Big Island Film Festival Premiere on May 16, 2009. In addition, THE CONTROLLER has appeared in each of the world film markets: MIPCOM (Cannes), AFM (Santa Monica), Berlin, Prague, Hong Kong and the upcoming Marche Du Film (Festival De Cannes). THE CONTROLLER was acquired for Worldwide Distribution through Maitland Primrose Film Distribution in association with Moving Pictures Film and Television, LLC in Fall 2008.
This summer also holds a theater premiere in California, as well as the DVD release slated for Fall 2009. For more information go to: www.thecontrollerthemovie.com
THE CONTROLLER is scheduled to air Monday, April 20, 1:50pm (Arizona time) on STARZ Kids & Family. Channel 518 on DirecTV. Channel 356 on DishTV. Channel 264 on Cox Cable. Check your local listings for more information on times.
Updated April 16th, 2009
Filming Blackout Dates (Potentially)
President Obama will be in Phoenix for the Commencement Ceremonies for Arizona State University. As has happened with previous visits by the President to the Phoenix area, the Phoenix Police Department along with other government agencies, will be heavily involved. This will preclude the Phoenix Film Office from approving any filming requests that require Police assistance.
The date of the Commencement Ceremonies is currently scheduled for May 13th at Sun Devil Stadium at 7:00pm.
As we get closer to the date, check back to SIDES as further information will be posted.
Updated April 15th, 2009
IFP Independent Filmmaker Labs - Narrative Rough Cut Features
Narrative Lab Submission Deadline: Friday, April 17
A National Program Connecting Mentors and Projects Before They Are Submitted to Festivals
Led by experienced producers, the Labs assist filmmakers in tackling the creative challenges of completing their modestly-budgeted, independently produced films - getting a leg-up before industry exposure. The five-day mentorship program in NYC challenges filmmakers to realize the full potential of their footage and stories with ongoing dynamic feedback and advice on technical & creative issues and distribution methods. The Labs are for first-time, narrative feature directors in the late stages of post-production. For more information & application: http://labs.ifp.org
LIPITOR CASTING
Good Faith casting is doing another casting for a SAG commercial about Lipitor. Union and Non-union can apply. Commercial will be seen on National Network, Cable, Syndication, pay is SAG Scale and a half.
Seeking males 50-65, no accents, any ethnicity
To be eligible for this casting you must be on Lipitor (not generic substitute), must have a heart related condition like high cholesterol, but you do not need to have had a heart attack! In addition to this requirement you must also have either a family history of heart problems and or high cholesterol or a close friend, either male or female, that has had heart problems and or high cholesterol.
To submit, send an email to lipitorcasting@gmail.com only by midnight April 15th, 2009. Please send a photo of some kind and your contact information where you can be reached. Please indicate if you have an agent and your union status. When submitting, please state how long you have been on Lipitor and if you have a family history or a close friend that had a heart problems or high cholesterol. Also please indicate if you have been auditioned for a Lipitor commercial before and when. No phone calls please.
If Good Faith Casting is interested in auditioning you, they will contact you and schedule a time for you to come into their studio to be put on camera.
Updated April 14th, 2009
Producers Lab With Stu Pollard
IFP/PHX Seminar presents a two-day workshop Topics include ethics & psychology of selling high risk investments!
Date: Saturday & Sunday, May 16 & 17, 2009 Time: 10:00pm to 4:00pm IFP/PHX Second Floor Screening Room 1700 N 7th Avenue, Phoenix AZ 85007 602.955.6444
Admission: *Saturday only (lunch included): $55 for IFP/PHX Members and $95 for Non-Members *Both days: $100 for IFP/PHX Members and $170 for Non-Members
This two-day lab, with producer Stu Pollard, is for producers/filmmakers who are preparing to raise funds from angel investors. Also discussed are: identifying the best financing prospects, ideas for maintaining successful relationships with investors and tools for making your deal more attractive. Producer Stu Pollard, credits include Ira & Abby, Dirty Country, KeepYour Distance, and Nice Guys Sleep Alone.
On Saturday the focus is on the key elements of an independent film business plan, including structure, layout and research. On Sunday, Stu will have 30-minute one-on-one sessions with seminar participates to discuss their own projects. Order Your Tickets Today!
Purchase tickets at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/producer/3380 Members use code IFPPHX to receive your discount price and please show your membership card at the door for verification.
*Indicates pre-purchse price, add $5 for walk-ins, if available For more information, visit www.IFP.org
LA SHORTS FEST - JULY 23RD - 30TH, 2009
The largest short film festival in the world. Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences accredited. In past years, 33 participants have earned Academy Award nominations including 11 Oscar winning short films! The festival annually attracts more than 10,000 moviegoers, filmmakers and entertainment professionals looking for the hottest new talent. We have honored some of Hollywood's legends of the past: Charles Chaplin, Harold Lloyd, and Robert Wise; along with actors Martin Landau, James Woods, Gary Oldman and directors Tim Burton, Bryan Singer, Jan de Bont, Paul Haggis and Shane Black.
Final Deadline - May 8, 2009
Submit Online www.LAshortsFest.com Email: info@lashortsfest.com
Updated April 13th, 2009
The More You Know - Notes From the Film Office
Did you know that you can submit your location photos to the Phoenix Film Office?
When producers or production companies contact our office seeking locations, we create a link and send them as many photos as we have in our database in an effort to bring them to Phoenix to hire locals and spend locally.
Unfortunately, we do not have everything and here is where you can help!
Submit your location photos (high res-jpegs) to the Phoenix Film Office and we will be sure to include them in the link we generate should they match the request. You are encouraged to watermark the photos with your company contact information so we identify the photographer and the Producer may contact you directly (potentially great advertising for a location scout…).
To submit photos, either email them to filmphx@phoenix.gov or create a CD and mail it to:
City of Phoenix Film Office 200 West Washington, 19th Floor Phoenix, Arizona 85003
Updated April 10th, 2009
IFP Independent Filmmaker Labs Call Call for Narrative Features
Narrative Lab Submission Deadline: April 17
A National Program Connecting Mentors and Projects Before They Are Submitted to Festivals
Led by experienced producers, the Labs assist filmmakers in tackling the creative challenges of completing their modestly-budgeted, independently produced films - getting a leg-up before industry exposure. The five-day mentorship program in NYC challenges filmmakers to realize the full potential of their footage and stories with ongoing dynamic feedback and advice on technical & creative issues and distribution methods. The Labs are for first-time, narrative & documentary feature directors in the late stages of post-production. For more info & application: http://labs.ifp.org
Updated April 9th, 2009
ASU - 13TH Annual Short Film and Video Festival
Saturday, April 18th 8pm - FREE ASU Art Museum outdoor back plaza *bring your lawn chair, blanket or other seating, we don't provide chairs
http://asuartmuseum.asu.edu/filmfest/
An annual outdoor film and video festival to celebrate the artistic and creative endeavors of people with different visions and levels of experience.
The festival is part of the Museum's Moving Targets initiative which builds on the museum's long history of exploring the role of new media in the arts. It expands into new territory through presentation of new media and new systems for information delivery to the ASU Art Museum's audiences. The museum presented its first media exhibition in 1993, Nam June Paik: Time for Change and represented the U.S. at the 1995 Venice Biennale, Italy art exhibition with the work of five installations by Bill Viola. We support emerging artists and critically acclaimed practitioners of new genres through solo exhibitions, including William Kentridge, Shirin Neshat, Jim Campbell, Pipilotti Rist, Gary Hill, Francesco Torres and the current exhibition Breathing is Free: 12,756.3 - New Work by Jun Nguyen-Hatsushiba. In 1997, the museum developed the annual short film and video festival, which continues to present the work of international artists. As technology penetrates all aspects of art, the museum strives to present the most innovative and engaging works.
A movie style snack bar will be available for cheap treats before the event and during intermission.
ALMOST FAMOUS FILM FESTIVAL
The Almost Famous Film Festival invites you to visit their web site and VOTE in their new web poll. The Festival has some cool ideas for Summer 2009 events for A3F actors, actresses, filmmakers and crew members. They would like to see what you THINK would be the best or an event you would like to participate in.
So go to http://www.thea3f.net/ and place your vote now!
FEEL GOOD FILM FESTIVAL
The Feel Good Film Festival screens films from all over the world and winners do not have to be present to collect prizes. Submissions may be made online or by mail. Entries in consideration will be screened in Hollywood, California at the famous Egyptian Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard, August 7-9, 2009. Last year more than 7,000 industry professionals and audience members filled the seats for our screenings.
Visit our website http://fgff.org for complete submission details and instructions.
SCREENWRITING WEEKLY TABLE READS Date: Wednesdays in April (except April 8) Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm Place: Borders in Mesa 480.833.2244
Bring your pages and get feedback! Remember, no more than 10 pages, in 12 point Courier preferred. Please bring eight or more copies to share around. Even if you don't have any pages, come by to participate! You will learn just by participating, being involved, and listening to other people's pages and critiques. And we always want to hear your views on other members' scripts.
Updated April 8th, 2009
Phoenix Film Festival Award Winners!
Congratulations to all of the participants and winners at the 2009 Phoenix Film Festival.
Feature Film Awards Special Jury Prize Acting Achievement - Dennis Boutsikaris, "Calling It Quits" Best Ensemble Acting Award - "Calling It Quits" Best Documentary - "The Way We Get By" Best Screenplay - Kevin Sheridan, "Leaving Barstow" Best Director - Jeffrey Balsmeyer, "Lightbulb" Cox Audience Award - "Shooting Beauty" Best Picture - "Lightbulb"
World Cinema Awards World Cinema Best Short - "Spielzeugland" World Cinema Best Director - Mai Iskander, "Garbage Dreams" World Cinema Audience Award Winner - "Garbage Dreams" World Cinema Best Picture - "Ocean"
Short Film Awards Best Grade School/High School Short Film - "Conflict in the Middle Table" Best College Short Film - "On the Road to Tel-Aviv" Best Short Documentary - "Victoria" Best Arizona Short Film - "Letter of Thanks" Best Animated Short - "Sebastian's Voodoo" Best Live Action Short Film - "Animated American"
Phoenix Film Foundation Awards Arizona Filmmaker of the Year - Webb Pickersgill Volunteer of the Year - Deb Hildebrandt and David Lucas Board Member of the Year - Stephanie Dowling and Eric Mccarthy
Updated April 7th, 2009
Phoenix College Latino film Festival
This FREE event will again be held at Phoenix College on April 20th, 23rd, 24th, 27th and 28th. Movies featured include The Pope's Toilet, Enamorada, Lake Taho, El Acuarelista and Soy Andina.
The event is sponsored by the Consulate General of Mexico in Phoenix.
Some of the movies are for mature audiences in Spanish with English subtitles. Featuring appearances from the directors, actors and producers.
For more information call Dr. Trino Sandoval at (602) 285-7416 or visit www.phoenixcollege.edu/latinofilmfest
Updated April 2nd, 2009
The More You Know - Notes From the Film Office
Are you interested in having your home or business appear in movie, TV show, Commercial or still photo shoot? Not sure where to start? There are a couple of options available to you.
First, take hi-resolution digital photos and email/mail them to the Phoenix Film Office. We will save the photos on our hard drive and when a production comes to town looking for a home similar to yours, we will send your photos as well as those of other homes that might be of interest. Please email the photos to filmphx@phoenix.gov or, if you are sending many, save the photos to a disk and mail them to:
| Mail: | City of Phoenix Phoenix Film Office 200 West Washington, 19th Floor Phoenix, Arizona 85003 |
Second, contact local location scouts listed in our directory. A location scout is a freelance individual that productions contract to find the right location for their project. A list of location scouts can be found at:
http://phoenix.gov/FILMPHX/locatsco.pdf
If your home is selected for the production, and your home is located in Phoenix, then our office will work directly with the location scout on logistics such as street closures, neighborhood notification and hiring of police officers. Should your home reside in another city, the location scout will contact that city directly as each city has their own rules and regulations.
Updated April 1st, 2009
Phoenix Film Festival - April 2nd Through The 9th!
It's that time of the year! The Phoenix Film Festival is back with festivities kicking off Thursday, April 2nd. Come out to a fantastic 10 days of independent filmmaking and support our local filmmakers.
Celebrities in attendance at the event will include Virginia Madsen, Bill Engvall, Morgan Spurlock, Amy Stewart, Yeardley Smith and Johnathon Schaech.
For more information and film times and prices, go to: www.phoenixfilmfestival.com
Updated March 30th, 2009
Congratulations to the Filmmakers in!
The Finals: Round Four: 2008 - 2009 Beat The Clock Short Film Challenge
Date: Monday, April 6, 2009 Time: 7:20 pm Place: Harkins/Scottsdale 101 (as part of the Phoenix Film Festival).
2008-2009 Film Challenge: The BEAT THE CLOCK short film challenge is a combination of all of our previous challenges. Three separate challenges were be held - Summer (48-Hour), Fall (36-Hour) and Winter (24-Hour) with the Top 5 films from each of these squaring off in the Spring Finals round at at IFP/PHX's screening at the 2009 Phoenix Film Festival. In addition, one "audience favorite" from each screening will advance to the finals. Certificates, specialty awards and plaques will continue to be awarded. And the grand prize is $1000 to the winner, a free IFP/PHX membership, AUTOMATIC selection to the 2010 Phoenix Film Festival and more. The Awards Ceremony and Screening will be held at the 2009 Phoenix Film Festival
TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE! Go here to purchase tickets to the screenings: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/producerevent/59146?prod_id=2093
IFP INDEPENDENT FILMMAKER LABS
A National Program Connecting Mentors and Projects Before They Are Submitted to Festivals
Narrative Lab Submission Deadline: April 17
Led by experienced producers, the Labs assist filmmakers in tackling the creative challenges of completing their modestly-budgeted, independently produced films - getting a leg-up before industry exposure. The five-day mentorship program in NYC challenges filmmakers to realize the full potential of their footage and stories with ongoing dynamic feedback and advice on technical & creative issues and distribution methods. The Labs are for first-time, narrative & documentary feature directors in the late stages of post-production.
For more info & application: http://labs.ifp.org
"2009 TUCSON CINE MEXICO" FILM FESTIVAL
The Mexican Consulate in Tucson cordially invites the community to "Cinema Tucson Mexico 2009" film festival, to be held on March 26 thru 29, and April 3 and 4.
The films will be exhibited at the Harkins Theaters Tucson Spectrum 18 (5455 S. Calle Santa Cruz www.harkinstheatres.com) and Grand Cinemas Crossroads 6 (4811 E Grant Road www.movievalue.com). The festival screening calendar is available at www.clas.arizona.edu/Cinemex. The featured films are:
1. Remember Lake Tahoe? by Fernando Eimbcke. Revelation Year Award at Cannes 2008. 2. Silent Light by Carlos Reygadas. Jury Prize at Cannes 2007 3. Nail Year by Jonas Cuaron. 4. My Life In by Lucia Gaja. Best Documentary at the 2007 Morelia International Film Festival 5. The Fallen by Rudy Joffroy. 6. Rudo and Cursi by Carlos Cuaron. Starring Gael Garcia Bernal and Diego Luna
The festival also includes a section devoted to the first Mexican science fiction movies such as El Santo vs. the Martians and The Planet of the Invading Women; these films are part of "The future here," series by which the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) releases new 35 mm format classic genre features. Moreover, filmmakers Rudy Joffroy, Carlos Gutierrez, co-director of Cinema Tropical, and Frida Torresblanco, considered producer of the year for "Rudo and Cursi" and "Pan's Labyrinth", among others, are expected to attend the festival.
For further information call (520) 882-5595 ext. 113 or http://portal.sre.gob.mx/tucson
SCHOLARSHIPS TO ATTEND THE CPB/PBS PRODUCERS ACADEMY WORKSHOP
CPB and PBS are offering scholarships for 20 filmmakers to attend the CPB/PBS Producers Academy Workshop to be held at the studios of WGBH Boston, from Saturday, June 20 through Friday, June 26, 2009. The scholarship includes the cost of the workshop, accommodations and travel expenses. Over a seven-day period, participants in the Producers Workshop will attend an intensive course that covers a range of production skills. The goal of the Producers Workshop is to encourage a diverse and talented group of producers who will create new and greater programming achievements in public broadcasting. All interested applicants must complete and submit the application by 5:00 pm eastern on Friday, April 3, 2009.
Further details and application form can be found at: http://www.pbs.org/producer s/producersworkshop.html