In keeping with the now-standard practice of offering consumers more choices than they probably need, Fox has issued "Walk the Line" in two versions: A single disc ($29.99) with 10 deleted scenes and a commentary by writer-director James Mangold, and a two-disc collector's edition ($39.99) with music videos and three featurettes not included on the less expensive version. Staunch fans of Cash may feel compelled to purchase the collector's set, if only because the cover art looks infinitely cooler than the movie still on the regular box. But given the limited quantity of extras on both DVDs, it may be wise to hold off in case Fox puts out something more substantial in the near future. (Did we mention that Cash -- who died in 2004 -- would have celebrated his 75th birthday in 2007?)
Awards show junkies eager to see "Walk the Line" before the Big Oscar Dance won't be disappointed if they rent or purchase the basic DVD. But lifelong devotees of Cash, the man who finally gave the jailbirds at Folsom Prison the freedom to sing, deserve a collection as vast and enduring as the legend himself.
Weirdest Bonus Point: A couple of the deleted scenes -- including one featuring Cash's son, John Carter Cash -- are fun to watch. But most were clearly excised with good reason, including a particularly hokey moment when a drug-addled Cash sees the face of his first wife, Vivian (played by Jennifer Goodwin), morph into the visage of June Carter. The only thing that could have made it stranger? If Vivian/June had broken into a version of "It Ain't Me, Babe."
Bonus Point That Requires the Most Patience: James Mangold deserves some credit for trying to provide insight into his filmmaking choices during the audio commentary. But while some of his anecdotes are fascinating (Johnny Cash's favorite movie was "Frankenstein"?), his repeated references to Joaquin Phoenix as "Joaq" may unintentionally elicit cravings for guacamole among hungry viewers. Worth a listen, but only in controlled, small doses.
Tuesday, February 28, 2006
'Walk the Line' out on DVD
For the many Mid-Southerners who had a minute, or a nanosecond, in "Walk the Line," you can go out today and add that clip to your demo reel. The DVD is being released today (2/28). Here's part of a review by Washington Post columnist Jen Chaney:
Monday, February 27, 2006
Three 6 at the Oscars
From Reuters News Service:
In a departure from past Oscar shows featuring syrupy Disney tunes and soundtrack ballads, this year's telecast will give audiences country music, alternative rock and a super-sanitized version of a racy rap song.
The song, "It's Hard Out Here for a Pimp," is from the movie "Hustle & Flow," the story of a pimp who aspires to a singing career. In the Oscars' first performance by a rap group, the group Three 6 Mafia will perform the song, one of three nominated in the best original song category, at the March 5 Academy Awards ceremony.
"The Academy (of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences) is really to be commended," said Aaron Rosenberg, lawyer for Three 6 Mafia. "It's admirable that voters are recognizing the hip-hop generation and its influence on American culture."
With decency concerns in high gear in the aftermath of the notorious baring of Janet Jackson's breast during the 2004 Super Bowl halftime show, Three 6 Mafia worked to make their lyrics meet ABC's broadcast standards.
"We took out all the cuss words and made it squeaky clean," rapper Paul "DJ Paul" Beauregard, who co-wrote the song with Jordan "Juicy J" Houston and Cedric "Frayser Boy" Coleman, said in a telephone interview.
The writers substituted new lyrics where necessary in the song, which portrays the life of a hustler in the inner city of their hometown, Memphis, Tennessee.
For instance, Beauregard said they substituted "It's messed up where I live but that's just how it is," for the lyrics: "It's f---ed up where I live but that's just how it is."
"The song will be FCC friendly," Rosenberg said.
Just in case, ABC is also expected to use a five-second delay to aid network censors.
While Beauregard is thrilled with the chance to perform during the Oscars, he sees a double standard in the media.
"Some stuff should definitely not be heard by younger kids but what they're able to watch on television, like people stealing cars, is sometimes a lot worse than what we're singing about," he said.
In a departure from past Oscar shows featuring syrupy Disney tunes and soundtrack ballads, this year's telecast will give audiences country music, alternative rock and a super-sanitized version of a racy rap song.
The song, "It's Hard Out Here for a Pimp," is from the movie "Hustle & Flow," the story of a pimp who aspires to a singing career. In the Oscars' first performance by a rap group, the group Three 6 Mafia will perform the song, one of three nominated in the best original song category, at the March 5 Academy Awards ceremony.
"The Academy (of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences) is really to be commended," said Aaron Rosenberg, lawyer for Three 6 Mafia. "It's admirable that voters are recognizing the hip-hop generation and its influence on American culture."
With decency concerns in high gear in the aftermath of the notorious baring of Janet Jackson's breast during the 2004 Super Bowl halftime show, Three 6 Mafia worked to make their lyrics meet ABC's broadcast standards.
"We took out all the cuss words and made it squeaky clean," rapper Paul "DJ Paul" Beauregard, who co-wrote the song with Jordan "Juicy J" Houston and Cedric "Frayser Boy" Coleman, said in a telephone interview.
The writers substituted new lyrics where necessary in the song, which portrays the life of a hustler in the inner city of their hometown, Memphis, Tennessee.
For instance, Beauregard said they substituted "It's messed up where I live but that's just how it is," for the lyrics: "It's f---ed up where I live but that's just how it is."
"The song will be FCC friendly," Rosenberg said.
Just in case, ABC is also expected to use a five-second delay to aid network censors.
While Beauregard is thrilled with the chance to perform during the Oscars, he sees a double standard in the media.
"Some stuff should definitely not be heard by younger kids but what they're able to watch on television, like people stealing cars, is sometimes a lot worse than what we're singing about," he said.
Friday, February 24, 2006
Live From Memphis Lil' Film Festival
Above is the flyer for my lil' submis- sion for the Live From Memphis Lil' Film Fest. Entry deadline is Tuesday, but you've still got a weekend to work on it. Films may be no longer than five minutes and must include footage of the Baptist Hospital implosion -- and that footage, if you don't have it, is available for download here. It's a delicious opportunity to get creative and keep the local indie community vital. And you get to work with the best people in the cosmos. Pictured on top (from left) are Michael Travis Stone, Joseph B. Smith, Markus Seaberry and Nancy Ellen Mills. Above right is Jen Morris and I remain much indebted to Forrest Pruett for making it possible and keeping it sane. (Yeah, the title used to be "Escort Service" but that just didn't work for me. Gawd I love making films.)
March 25 is the Lil' Film Fest, 2 p.m. at the MeDiA Co-op. Lock it in.
Tell our legislators how you stand on incentives
TO: THE MEMPHIS/MID-SOUTH FILM & TV COMMUNITY
FROM: THE MEMPHIS & SHELBY COUNTY FILM AND TELEVISION COMMISSION
RE: SUPPORT NEEDED FOR PRODUCTION INCENTIVES LEGISLATION
DATE: FEBRUARY 19, 2006
As you are likely aware, since January, 2004, The Memphis & Shelby County Film and Television Commission has been a strong, vocal advocate to our state legislators re: the continuing, urgent need to pass competitive production incentive legislation.
We now have well-researched and well-considered recommendations for such legislation ---thanks to a report recently prepared by the Film Production Advisory Committee (FPAC) of which Linn Sitler was an ex-officio member. The report is available at The Commission's website at www.memphisfilmcomm.org
Recently, our Board voted unanimously to endorse the recommendations in this report. As you'll see upon reading the report, the incentives proposed by FPAC encourage both out-of-state production companies working in Tennessee and also indigenous production companies shooting in the state.
You, as members of the Memphis/Mid-South production community have everything to gain --- and everything to lose --- by the fate of the legislation containing these recommendations.
In the weeks to come, we'll keep you informed of the progress of the legislation filed -- and what you can do to enhance the cause.
Right now, we are asking you to email a short message of support asap for The Film Production Advisory Committee's Report on Tennessee's Urgent Need for Competitive Production Incentive Legislation to:
phil.bredesen@state.tn.us (Governor Bredesen)
cc: dave.cooley@state.tn.us (Deputy Governor Cooley)
david.j.bennett@state.tn.us (TN Film Commissioner)
linn@memphisfilmcomm.org (Memphis/Shelby Co. Commissioner)
Additionally,we are asking for the support of the innumerable businesses and hotels in our community which benefit so greatly from production. Let's stay "in touch and together" in the weeks to come in order to see our state come from behind to pass competitive incentive legislation THANKS!
Linn Sitler, Film Commissioner
Memphis & Shelby County Film and Television Commission
(901) 527-8300 x3
linn@memphisfilmcomm.org
FROM: THE MEMPHIS & SHELBY COUNTY FILM AND TELEVISION COMMISSION
RE: SUPPORT NEEDED FOR PRODUCTION INCENTIVES LEGISLATION
DATE: FEBRUARY 19, 2006
As you are likely aware, since January, 2004, The Memphis & Shelby County Film and Television Commission has been a strong, vocal advocate to our state legislators re: the continuing, urgent need to pass competitive production incentive legislation.
We now have well-researched and well-considered recommendations for such legislation ---thanks to a report recently prepared by the Film Production Advisory Committee (FPAC) of which Linn Sitler was an ex-officio member. The report is available at The Commission's website at www.memphisfilmcomm.org
Recently, our Board voted unanimously to endorse the recommendations in this report. As you'll see upon reading the report, the incentives proposed by FPAC encourage both out-of-state production companies working in Tennessee and also indigenous production companies shooting in the state.
You, as members of the Memphis/Mid-South production community have everything to gain --- and everything to lose --- by the fate of the legislation containing these recommendations.
In the weeks to come, we'll keep you informed of the progress of the legislation filed -- and what you can do to enhance the cause.
Right now, we are asking you to email a short message of support asap for The Film Production Advisory Committee's Report on Tennessee's Urgent Need for Competitive Production Incentive Legislation to:
phil.bredesen@state.tn.us (Governor Bredesen)
cc: dave.cooley@state.tn.us (Deputy Governor Cooley)
david.j.bennett@state.tn.us (TN Film Commissioner)
linn@memphisfilmcomm.org (Memphis/Shelby Co. Commissioner)
Additionally,we are asking for the support of the innumerable businesses and hotels in our community which benefit so greatly from production. Let's stay "in touch and together" in the weeks to come in order to see our state come from behind to pass competitive incentive legislation THANKS!
Linn Sitler, Film Commissioner
Memphis & Shelby County Film and Television Commission
(901) 527-8300 x3
linn@memphisfilmcomm.org
Thursday, February 23, 2006
Memphis International Film Fest: volunteers needed
The 2006 Memphis International Film Festival will be presented by the Memphis Film Forum March 23rd through March 26th.
This 7th installment of this festival promises to be even more exciting. This year Reel Soul Memphis will partner with the Film Forum for a special Saturday night presentation.
Thanks to all of you who volunteered for previous festivals. If you would like to volunteer this year, or know of someone who would, please contact me by email: naseeralewis@... with your availability and contact information.
I look forward to seeing you all at this year's festival!
Best Regards,
Naseera Lewis
Volunteer Recruitment
www.memphisfilmforum.org
This 7th installment of this festival promises to be even more exciting. This year Reel Soul Memphis will partner with the Film Forum for a special Saturday night presentation.
Thanks to all of you who volunteered for previous festivals. If you would like to volunteer this year, or know of someone who would, please contact me by email: naseeralewis@... with your availability and contact information.
I look forward to seeing you all at this year's festival!
Best Regards,
Naseera Lewis
Volunteer Recruitment
www.memphisfilmforum.org
Energetic and enthusiastic
From Leah at Colors Agency:
I have been contacted by Conrad at the Redbirds Stadium. They are having an audition tomorrow, 2/24/06, at the Redbirds stadium from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. They are looking to book people for the Cellular South Zone Patrol. The zone patrol is made up of a group of people that are at every Redbirds home game. They are looking for very energetic, enthusiastic people to interact with fans and perform skits, etc. If interested make sure you take a headshot and resume to the audition. You can call Conrad at 722-0230 if you have any questions.
Thank you,
Leah
Leah Bruce
Colors Agency, Inc.
http://www.colorsagency.com
I have been contacted by Conrad at the Redbirds Stadium. They are having an audition tomorrow, 2/24/06, at the Redbirds stadium from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. They are looking to book people for the Cellular South Zone Patrol. The zone patrol is made up of a group of people that are at every Redbirds home game. They are looking for very energetic, enthusiastic people to interact with fans and perform skits, etc. If interested make sure you take a headshot and resume to the audition. You can call Conrad at 722-0230 if you have any questions.
Thank you,
Leah
Leah Bruce
Colors Agency, Inc.
http://www.colorsagency.com
'Act One' extended
From Old School Pictures:
Malco has decided to extend the run for "Act One." Despite the nasty weather this past weekend, our film managed to snag the #1 spot at the Studio on the Square box office! We certainly owe this distinction to all of you who braved the cold and made it out to support our film. Now those of you who seemingly missed your chance will have a brand new week to make up for it. We've been getting an enormous amount of positive feedback from our audience members, and it's been quite an overwhelming experience to say the least.
So if you haven't been yet, then blast on over to Studio and check out "Act One." No ice = No excuse. The showtimes shall remain the same:
"Act One"
Malco Studio on the Square
1:25 * 4:40 * 7:25 * 9:45
Also, keep your eyes peeled for "Act One" commercials on cable channels to be playing over the next few days, and be sure to listen to Brad's radio interview from Q107.5.
Malco has decided to extend the run for "Act One." Despite the nasty weather this past weekend, our film managed to snag the #1 spot at the Studio on the Square box office! We certainly owe this distinction to all of you who braved the cold and made it out to support our film. Now those of you who seemingly missed your chance will have a brand new week to make up for it. We've been getting an enormous amount of positive feedback from our audience members, and it's been quite an overwhelming experience to say the least.
So if you haven't been yet, then blast on over to Studio and check out "Act One." No ice = No excuse. The showtimes shall remain the same:
"Act One"
Malco Studio on the Square
1:25 * 4:40 * 7:25 * 9:45
Also, keep your eyes peeled for "Act One" commercials on cable channels to be playing over the next few days, and be sure to listen to Brad's radio interview from Q107.5.
Wednesday, February 22, 2006
Casting opportunities
Thanks to Vince Moore for sending us this info. The actor/writer/filmmaker also has a blog you should check out.
We have began preproduction on the independent film "Drug Related" to be shot in Memphis late spring/summer. There are several "speaking" roles that need to be filled. We will also need lots of background actors as well.
"Drug Related" is a fast-paced cop genre film that tells the story of a team of undercover narcotics officers and their quest to bring to justice those responsible for the death of one of their fellow officers. It also deals with the interpersonal relationships of the unit, and how the work affects them and their relationships.
We will have two casting calls in March, stay tuned for the exact date. It will be announced on this site, as well as the news, and the site of the TN film commission. Stay tuned for the announcement of the casting call. for further information feel free to email me at moorefinancial@hotmail.com.
We have began preproduction on the independent film "Drug Related" to be shot in Memphis late spring/summer. There are several "speaking" roles that need to be filled. We will also need lots of background actors as well.
"Drug Related" is a fast-paced cop genre film that tells the story of a team of undercover narcotics officers and their quest to bring to justice those responsible for the death of one of their fellow officers. It also deals with the interpersonal relationships of the unit, and how the work affects them and their relationships.
We will have two casting calls in March, stay tuned for the exact date. It will be announced on this site, as well as the news, and the site of the TN film commission. Stay tuned for the announcement of the casting call. for further information feel free to email me at moorefinancial@hotmail.com.
Monday, February 20, 2006
Keenon Nikita's 'Just the Two of Us'
Keenon Nikita's film "Just the Two of Us" is one of the most anticipated local indie projects that's been in production this past year. It's autobiographical, telling a compelling story about Nikita and his daughter.
This is a passionate effort using some exceptional local talent and crew and now we can all breathe a big sigh of relief: The premiere is scheduled for Thursday, March 16 at the Muvico. The 7:30 p.m. screening will be followed by a party at Isaac Hayes in Peabody Place, with live band and food.
Mark your calendars and we'll see you there.
This is a passionate effort using some exceptional local talent and crew and now we can all breathe a big sigh of relief: The premiere is scheduled for Thursday, March 16 at the Muvico. The 7:30 p.m. screening will be followed by a party at Isaac Hayes in Peabody Place, with live band and food.
Mark your calendars and we'll see you there.
Friday, February 17, 2006
'Act One': Read all about it -- and then go see it
"Act One" by filmmaker Brad Ellis of Old School Pictures was named Best Narrative Feature in the "Hometowner" category of the Indie Memphis Film Festival in October and it opens today for a special weeklong run at Malco's Studio on the Square.
Here's John Beifuss' review and a feature story in the CA today and Chris Herrington's story and review in the Flyer.
It's quality local filmmaking, so you have a duty -- although it's a pleasant one -- to go see it.
Here's John Beifuss' review and a feature story in the CA today and Chris Herrington's story and review in the Flyer.
It's quality local filmmaking, so you have a duty -- although it's a pleasant one -- to go see it.
Thursday, February 16, 2006
NaFF
From a NaFF press release:
The dates for the 37th Nashville Film Festival (NaFF) are set for April 20 through April 26. The Festival returns to Regal Green Hills Stadium 16 in Nashville, TN, with four state-of-the-art theaters and plenty of parking.
NaFF is one of the best-known arts events in Tennessee and is the biggest film festival in the mid-South with a world-known emphasis on music in film. Notable guests like Oprah Winfrey, Al Gore, Billy Ray Cyrus, Paul Reiser, Robert Redford, Susan Surandon, Béla Fleck, Matthew McConaughey, Peter Falk, Michael Moore, Rick Wakeman, Rick Schroder, Patrick Swayze and John Waters are just a few that have come out to support the film Festival.
“I can feel the excitement build as we are prescreening films, meeting with our Festival team members and planning fabulous parties. The celebrity guest list is growing,” Sallie Mayne, Managing Director of the festival, remarks. “This is truly a community event with dedicated sponsors and volunteers returning each year to help us make this happen”
NaFF is pleased to have Current TV as a sponsor for the second year, presenting the Reel Current Award for the documentary that provides the most extraordinary insight into a contemporary or social global issue. The winning documentary will be selected by Current TV and former Vice President Al Gore, who will present the award on Thursday afternoon, April 20. The Reel Current Award winner will be selected from five documentaries screening at the Festival, which will be announced in mid-March. The 2005 0winner was Taggart Siegel’s The Real Dirt on Farmer John.
In 2005, the Festival was picked as “One of 20 Festivals Worth the Entry Fee” by MovieMaker Magazine; and “Best Film Festival Prizes” for its DREAMMAKER AWARD by Film Festival Today. With an increase of 14% in 2005 attendance and 2006 submissions up to 1644, this year’s festival promises an eclectic international array of features, documentaries, shorts, animations, experimentals, music videos and young filmmakers (18 and under) films.
Artistic Director Brian Gordon said, “From the films submitted and the scouting we’ve done at other Festivals, as well as the increased awareness of the Festival in the film community, it has become both easier and more exciting to put together a high-quality, diverse selection of films, guests, panels and live music for our enthusiastic audiences. Every year gets better, and the 2006 edition will be no exception.”
With the festival located in “Music City,” NaFF offers two unique music awards: Best Music in a Feature Award for the feature film with the best score composition or music supervision; and Impact of Music Award for the film that best exemplifies the importance of music in our everyday lives. Tickets go on sale in March online at nashvillefilmfestival.org
The dates for the 37th Nashville Film Festival (NaFF) are set for April 20 through April 26. The Festival returns to Regal Green Hills Stadium 16 in Nashville, TN, with four state-of-the-art theaters and plenty of parking.
NaFF is one of the best-known arts events in Tennessee and is the biggest film festival in the mid-South with a world-known emphasis on music in film. Notable guests like Oprah Winfrey, Al Gore, Billy Ray Cyrus, Paul Reiser, Robert Redford, Susan Surandon, Béla Fleck, Matthew McConaughey, Peter Falk, Michael Moore, Rick Wakeman, Rick Schroder, Patrick Swayze and John Waters are just a few that have come out to support the film Festival.
“I can feel the excitement build as we are prescreening films, meeting with our Festival team members and planning fabulous parties. The celebrity guest list is growing,” Sallie Mayne, Managing Director of the festival, remarks. “This is truly a community event with dedicated sponsors and volunteers returning each year to help us make this happen”
NaFF is pleased to have Current TV as a sponsor for the second year, presenting the Reel Current Award for the documentary that provides the most extraordinary insight into a contemporary or social global issue. The winning documentary will be selected by Current TV and former Vice President Al Gore, who will present the award on Thursday afternoon, April 20. The Reel Current Award winner will be selected from five documentaries screening at the Festival, which will be announced in mid-March. The 2005 0winner was Taggart Siegel’s The Real Dirt on Farmer John.
In 2005, the Festival was picked as “One of 20 Festivals Worth the Entry Fee” by MovieMaker Magazine; and “Best Film Festival Prizes” for its DREAMMAKER AWARD by Film Festival Today. With an increase of 14% in 2005 attendance and 2006 submissions up to 1644, this year’s festival promises an eclectic international array of features, documentaries, shorts, animations, experimentals, music videos and young filmmakers (18 and under) films.
Artistic Director Brian Gordon said, “From the films submitted and the scouting we’ve done at other Festivals, as well as the increased awareness of the Festival in the film community, it has become both easier and more exciting to put together a high-quality, diverse selection of films, guests, panels and live music for our enthusiastic audiences. Every year gets better, and the 2006 edition will be no exception.”
With the festival located in “Music City,” NaFF offers two unique music awards: Best Music in a Feature Award for the feature film with the best score composition or music supervision; and Impact of Music Award for the film that best exemplifies the importance of music in our everyday lives. Tickets go on sale in March online at nashvillefilmfestival.org
Lil' Film Fest
Sarah Fleming announces that footage of the BMH implosion is now available for download at the
following link (just scroll to the bottom, and remember its a large file so only attempt download if you have broadband): http://www.livefrommemphis.com/info/more_info?copyID=69
Footage is also available at our studio downtown... just give us a call (523.9763) and then swing by to burn your copy.
If you guys have any other questions regarding the festival, feel free to call or email us, or check out the link above.... Can't wait to see all your creativeness in action!!!
www.livefrommemphis.com
EMAIL: info@livefrommemphis.com
(Note: Deadline for entries is Feb. 28, so get to it).
following link (just scroll to the bottom, and remember its a large file so only attempt download if you have broadband): http://www.livefrommemphis.com/info/more_info?copyID=69
Footage is also available at our studio downtown... just give us a call (523.9763) and then swing by to burn your copy.
If you guys have any other questions regarding the festival, feel free to call or email us, or check out the link above.... Can't wait to see all your creativeness in action!!!
www.livefrommemphis.com
EMAIL: info@livefrommemphis.com
(Note: Deadline for entries is Feb. 28, so get to it).
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
Chicago area film festival
From a press release:
Action! The Future Filmmakers Festival is calling on talented young filmmakers nationwide to submit their original films for a chance to be recognized by industry professionals and fellow peers. Prizes will total $1,200. The entry deadline has been extended to Feb. 28, 2006 to identify the best, brightest and innovative in youth filmmaking.
“Designed to celebrate exploration, style and personal expression, the Future Filmmakers Festival is calling on today's youth to share their talents," said Naomi Walker, festival director. "We've had a great response to date from entrants around the country. By extending the deadline, we are able to accommodate those who haven't yet completed their work and are still exploring the endless possibilities of filmmaking."
The Future Filmmakers Festival, which is presented by Cinema/Chicago, the producers of the Chicago International Film Festival, is seeking submissions for films and videos of any genre from filmmakers who are 20 years old or younger. In addition to the general public, filmmakers accepted into the festival will be invited to attend a three-day festival at The Film Row Cinema on the Columbia College Campus of Chicago, Ill. At the festival, filmmakers will watch their film with an audience as well as attend exciting workshops, meet film industry professionals, and network with young filmmakers from all over the country. The festival will award over $1,000 in prize money along with multiple non-cash prizes to films screened at the festival.
More information, including general guidelines and submission forms can be found online at www.futurefilmmakersfestival.com. The postmark deadline for entering the Festival is Feb. 28, 2006. The festival will take place June 16 through June 18, 2006.
Sponsors for the 2006 Festival include founding sponsor, Chicago Classroom Television (CCTV) and Columbia College Chicago.
©2006 For more information contact: (312) 658-0600 or e-mail us at info@newswireone.com
Action! The Future Filmmakers Festival is calling on talented young filmmakers nationwide to submit their original films for a chance to be recognized by industry professionals and fellow peers. Prizes will total $1,200. The entry deadline has been extended to Feb. 28, 2006 to identify the best, brightest and innovative in youth filmmaking.
“Designed to celebrate exploration, style and personal expression, the Future Filmmakers Festival is calling on today's youth to share their talents," said Naomi Walker, festival director. "We've had a great response to date from entrants around the country. By extending the deadline, we are able to accommodate those who haven't yet completed their work and are still exploring the endless possibilities of filmmaking."
The Future Filmmakers Festival, which is presented by Cinema/Chicago, the producers of the Chicago International Film Festival, is seeking submissions for films and videos of any genre from filmmakers who are 20 years old or younger. In addition to the general public, filmmakers accepted into the festival will be invited to attend a three-day festival at The Film Row Cinema on the Columbia College Campus of Chicago, Ill. At the festival, filmmakers will watch their film with an audience as well as attend exciting workshops, meet film industry professionals, and network with young filmmakers from all over the country. The festival will award over $1,000 in prize money along with multiple non-cash prizes to films screened at the festival.
More information, including general guidelines and submission forms can be found online at www.futurefilmmakersfestival.com. The postmark deadline for entering the Festival is Feb. 28, 2006. The festival will take place June 16 through June 18, 2006.
Sponsors for the 2006 Festival include founding sponsor, Chicago Classroom Television (CCTV) and Columbia College Chicago.
©2006 For more information contact: (312) 658-0600 or e-mail us at info@newswireone.com
"Act One" brings Memphis Indie scene together
From Old School Pictures:
We have a full week of "Act One" screenings at Malco Studio on the Square starting this Friday, February 17! That's right, 4 shows a day for a total of 28 screenings! Malco Theatres has decided to co-sponsor the film and you can find tickets available on their website (http://www.malco.com) or at the Studio on the Square box office. We will also be listed in the newspaper's movie ads starting with this Friday's Playbook alongside the slate of first-run Hollywood titles. Here are the showtimes for the film (and note that these times will be consistent throughout the week):
"Act One"
Malco Studio on the Square
Friday, February 17 - Thursday, February 23
1:25 * 4:40 * 7:25 * 9:45
This weeklong event was created with the intention of giving the general public an opportunity to see "Act One" in a theatrical setting. Many of you attended our screening at the Indie Memphis Film Festival last fall, where we were fortunate enough to take Best Narrative Feature in the Hometowner category. This became the big premiere event for "Act One," but we realize that seating was quite limited and many people were simply unable to attend. Well, now is definitely the time to act - and you've got 28 shows to choose from.
We'd like to stress that the Friday night 7:25 showing will be a unique "mini-premiere," where you'll have the opportunity to meet members of the cast and crew. We also plan on having an after party at Bosco's (which is basically in the parking lot of the theater), and we encourage you to join us there to round out the night.
Of course, if the week is better for you, then by all means go to Studio and fill up those seats! We really want to demonstrate that providing an outlet for local filmmakers to exhibit their work can be a truly successful venture. If our threatical run goes well, Malco will surely be open to sponsoring future events of this kind, which will be a tremendous bonus to the Memphis film community. Speaking of which, we are also going to be featuring samples of work from others in the local film community, namely Grade One Entertainment, Corduroy Wednesday, Rusted Sun Films, and Live From Memphis. Their trailers will be presented at the beginning of our screening, along with our extremely grateful thank-you's to the sponsors of this event. Malco Theatres, of course, as well as Churchill Studios High Definition & Post, Cornerstone Media, Gardo Design Group, and Time Warner Cable are the gracious businesses that have supported us in making this event happen.
Time Warner will be airing "Act One" television commercials starting Wednesday, February 15, so definitely keep an eye out for our 30 second spots on the national cable channels. You may have also seen our posters plastered all over town to advertise the big event. It's coming on fast, so please secure those tickets as soon as you can.
From all of us at Old School, we send our thanks out to all of you who have helped us along the way, and we hope to see you during this exciting upcoming week!
- Old School Pictures
http://www.oldschoolpictures.net
We have a full week of "Act One" screenings at Malco Studio on the Square starting this Friday, February 17! That's right, 4 shows a day for a total of 28 screenings! Malco Theatres has decided to co-sponsor the film and you can find tickets available on their website (http://www.malco.com) or at the Studio on the Square box office. We will also be listed in the newspaper's movie ads starting with this Friday's Playbook alongside the slate of first-run Hollywood titles. Here are the showtimes for the film (and note that these times will be consistent throughout the week):
"Act One"
Malco Studio on the Square
Friday, February 17 - Thursday, February 23
1:25 * 4:40 * 7:25 * 9:45
This weeklong event was created with the intention of giving the general public an opportunity to see "Act One" in a theatrical setting. Many of you attended our screening at the Indie Memphis Film Festival last fall, where we were fortunate enough to take Best Narrative Feature in the Hometowner category. This became the big premiere event for "Act One," but we realize that seating was quite limited and many people were simply unable to attend. Well, now is definitely the time to act - and you've got 28 shows to choose from.
We'd like to stress that the Friday night 7:25 showing will be a unique "mini-premiere," where you'll have the opportunity to meet members of the cast and crew. We also plan on having an after party at Bosco's (which is basically in the parking lot of the theater), and we encourage you to join us there to round out the night.
Of course, if the week is better for you, then by all means go to Studio and fill up those seats! We really want to demonstrate that providing an outlet for local filmmakers to exhibit their work can be a truly successful venture. If our threatical run goes well, Malco will surely be open to sponsoring future events of this kind, which will be a tremendous bonus to the Memphis film community. Speaking of which, we are also going to be featuring samples of work from others in the local film community, namely Grade One Entertainment, Corduroy Wednesday, Rusted Sun Films, and Live From Memphis. Their trailers will be presented at the beginning of our screening, along with our extremely grateful thank-you's to the sponsors of this event. Malco Theatres, of course, as well as Churchill Studios High Definition & Post, Cornerstone Media, Gardo Design Group, and Time Warner Cable are the gracious businesses that have supported us in making this event happen.
Time Warner will be airing "Act One" television commercials starting Wednesday, February 15, so definitely keep an eye out for our 30 second spots on the national cable channels. You may have also seen our posters plastered all over town to advertise the big event. It's coming on fast, so please secure those tickets as soon as you can.
From all of us at Old School, we send our thanks out to all of you who have helped us along the way, and we hope to see you during this exciting upcoming week!
- Old School Pictures
http://www.oldschoolpictures.net
Curbside Confessions: audition update
From Arnold Edwards II:
We will be tentatively holding a second audition on Saturday February 25th to accommodate the many people unable to attend the audition last Saturday due to snow. Once we secure a location we will be sending an update on the location and time. The tentative location at the moment will be in the Bartlett area.
On the same date and location we will be having call backs later in the day. Again we will be updating the location and time soon.
If you were unable to attend the audition this weekend and would like to attend the following audition please contact us via email (cowboyupproductions@gmail.com) informing us of your intent to audition. This will not be an open call. We will be giving everyone scheduled times for the audition. If we have not heard from you we will not be able to accommodate your needs.
If you do not attend an audition you will not be held in consideration for the project. We feel that casting someone for a role that has not auditioned would be disrespectful to the many that have/will audition.
There will be a few hour gap between the last audition and the first scheduled call back. If anyone will be coming from out of town to attend the audition please remind us so that we may schedule you towards the end of the auditions and beginning of the call backs, in order to limit your down time in between.
If you are not asked to attend a call back please do NOT assume this means we will not be working with you and/or you will not be receiving a worthy role. Thankfully due to the nature of the project we will be able to accommodate many actors.
If anyone who has auditioned would like to request an additional audition let us know. The probability of being able to do so will weigh upon the number of actors who will be auditioning for the first time on the 25th. If we have time to fit second auditions in we will do so.
If you have not filled out one of our audition bios please let us know.
Arnold Edwards II
Cowboy Up Productions
We will be tentatively holding a second audition on Saturday February 25th to accommodate the many people unable to attend the audition last Saturday due to snow. Once we secure a location we will be sending an update on the location and time. The tentative location at the moment will be in the Bartlett area.
On the same date and location we will be having call backs later in the day. Again we will be updating the location and time soon.
If you were unable to attend the audition this weekend and would like to attend the following audition please contact us via email (cowboyupproductions@gmail.com) informing us of your intent to audition. This will not be an open call. We will be giving everyone scheduled times for the audition. If we have not heard from you we will not be able to accommodate your needs.
If you do not attend an audition you will not be held in consideration for the project. We feel that casting someone for a role that has not auditioned would be disrespectful to the many that have/will audition.
There will be a few hour gap between the last audition and the first scheduled call back. If anyone will be coming from out of town to attend the audition please remind us so that we may schedule you towards the end of the auditions and beginning of the call backs, in order to limit your down time in between.
If you are not asked to attend a call back please do NOT assume this means we will not be working with you and/or you will not be receiving a worthy role. Thankfully due to the nature of the project we will be able to accommodate many actors.
If anyone who has auditioned would like to request an additional audition let us know. The probability of being able to do so will weigh upon the number of actors who will be auditioning for the first time on the 25th. If we have time to fit second auditions in we will do so.
If you have not filled out one of our audition bios please let us know.
Arnold Edwards II
Cowboy Up Productions
Tuesday, February 14, 2006
Start your own lobbying campaign ... now
Jan Falk is on the ball, writing to Gov. Phil Bredesen to work up support for legislative incentives now before the General Assembly. Here's her letter and the message to all of you is to write your own and let him know how you feel:
Governor’s Office
Governor Phil Bredesen
Tennessee State Capitol
Nashville, TN 37243-0001
Re: Tennessee Filming Incentive
Dear Governor Bredesen,
I am writing to you once more, regarding putting forth a progressive TN Film Tax Incentive. Being an actress whom resides in the Memphis area and works in the commercial and film industry, (nationally, regionally and locally) I am concerned and voicing my opinion once more with the hopes that you will consider and present to our great state an attractive economic incentive plan for film production.
Tennessee is a feasible, economic place for film production and it would provide the state with a magnificent boost of civic pride! A TN Film Tax Incentive Plan could ultimately pump millions into the local as well as state-wide economy! Tennessee actors, Tennessee technicians and Tennessee craftspeople will ALL benefit as jobs are created!
With our treasure chest of wonderful locations through-out the state, the history, the landmarks, the oak-lined streets graced with quaint southern neighborhoods, scenic lakes and riverfronts that meander beneath a canopy of city high rises and communities, cotton fields to southern mansions….from Memphis to Nashville and from Knoxville to Chattanooga, Tennessee provides an eloquent backdrop for any film production.
My hope is that it will soon be a reality, that Tennessee will be a financially desirable location for film production.
“LETS MAKE IT HAPPEN IN TENNESSEE”
Sincerely,
Jan Falk
Actress
Governor’s Office
Governor Phil Bredesen
Tennessee State Capitol
Nashville, TN 37243-0001
Re: Tennessee Filming Incentive
Dear Governor Bredesen,
I am writing to you once more, regarding putting forth a progressive TN Film Tax Incentive. Being an actress whom resides in the Memphis area and works in the commercial and film industry, (nationally, regionally and locally) I am concerned and voicing my opinion once more with the hopes that you will consider and present to our great state an attractive economic incentive plan for film production.
Tennessee is a feasible, economic place for film production and it would provide the state with a magnificent boost of civic pride! A TN Film Tax Incentive Plan could ultimately pump millions into the local as well as state-wide economy! Tennessee actors, Tennessee technicians and Tennessee craftspeople will ALL benefit as jobs are created!
With our treasure chest of wonderful locations through-out the state, the history, the landmarks, the oak-lined streets graced with quaint southern neighborhoods, scenic lakes and riverfronts that meander beneath a canopy of city high rises and communities, cotton fields to southern mansions….from Memphis to Nashville and from Knoxville to Chattanooga, Tennessee provides an eloquent backdrop for any film production.
My hope is that it will soon be a reality, that Tennessee will be a financially desirable location for film production.
“LETS MAKE IT HAPPEN IN TENNESSEE”
Sincerely,
Jan Falk
Actress
Memo to: Tennessee General Assembly
Good for Canada, but why not Tennessee? Read more here.
"Even though Canada has spectacular settings, it's not the production values that film producers go there to find. The lure is, in a single word, money."
Casting call
I need several actors for a medical industrial being shot here in Memphis on February 21-22. The payment depends on which part is cast and whether the part is an actor's or extra. Both are paid and require one day's shooting. Please email a vitae and head shot to: david@memphisinternational.com or call 276-6661 during office hours for an address to drop one off in midtown. Please post this.
The actors needed are:
African American male, mid fifties to play a patient. He's a former vietnam vet so he is somewhat fit but not necessarily buff.
Male to play a doctor. no particular age or ethnicity required.
Female to play a nurse. no particular age or ethnicity required.
older white male to play a patient.In his seventies
Mid fifties woman to play a patient. She has had chemo so her head will be covered with a scarf. Doesn't have to be thin because chemo has not necessarily effected her weigh.
Mid fities woman's husband should be close to same age or early fifteis. Should look like they fit together.
Additional actors needed to be determined on Monday.
The extras needed are:
Wife of mid fifties african american actor. Should be close to same age and look like she fits with that actor.
Teen or young 20s male to play the grandson or older white male.
Actors must be able to read and memorize lines while extra's do not have speaking parts.
Monday, February 13, 2006
Confessions of Black Men
Showcase of more Memphis Indie films next Saturday at the Complex at 7 p.m. Thanks, Markus for sending this on.
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