New Hampshire Film Office Holiday Gathering!

When: Thursday, December 11, 2008 :: 6-9 p.m.
Where: The Barley House, 132 North Main Street, Concord, NH
You're invited to our 3rd Annual New Hampshire Film Office Holiday Gathering! It's a great chance to socialize with members of New Hampshire's film industry and partners! Relax in the B-Lounge (downstairs) of the Barley House and enjoy the cash bar, the Hors D'Oeurves and the holiday cheer as we celebrate the past year with friends old and new.
RSVP requested - contact film@nh.gov or (603) 271-2220

(This is not an RIFC Event)

HOLIDAYS OF ‘08 from LDI Casting

From Anne Mulhall of LDI Casting:

JANUARY 2009:

On-Camera Classes for ADULTS, TEENS AND KIDS. The website has the details about the classes – www.ldicasting.net/classes:

Teens On-Camera Class – Saturdays 1:30-3:30pm – beginning January 17
Kids On-Camera Class – Saturdays 11am-1pm – beginning January 17
Adult On-Camera Class – Tuesdays 6:30p-8:30p – beginning January 20
Scenes and Sides – Thursdays 6:30p-8:30p – beginning January 22

**We’ll also be offering some 1-day workshops and 3-hour Intro classes, dates to come.

DECEMBER 14 – SUNDAY 2pm – 4pm:A small holiday open house is scheduled. I realize the holidays are a difficult time to plan events – but if you have time to stop in – even just to say hello – we’d love to see you. Light refreshments.

LDI offices, 1 Center Place, Providence, RI 02903

If you do stop by, please consider bringing either non-perishable food items for RI FOOD BANK. And/or Care package items for soldiers. I think it will be a nice idea to send some stuff to them. Bring 1 or more items and we’ll create some care packages to send over. The list of wish list items is attached to this email.

Also – when you’re sending holiday cards this year – please include this address when you do:

A Recovering American Soldier
c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center
6900 Georgia Avenue,NW
Washington,D.C. 20307-5001

JANUARY MIXER:

The January Mixer mentioned in the last email notice is scheduled for Sunday – January 25 2pm – 4pm. Our guest speaker is still TBD.

The location is: KAY STUDIOS, 66 Valley Street, East Providence, RI
www.kaystudiosri.com (for directions)

Light refreshments will be offered, $15/person, (the cost for these mixers is tax-deductible.) As I’ve mentioned, these mixers will be a monthly occurrence. If you have a subject you’d like to hear more about, please let me know.

*This speaker does not necessarily need to be limited to acting – Could be a politician, an accountant, an author and the like.

Please note that items must be new and unopened for the soldiers:

Food:
Powdered Drink Mixes
(individual packets are best)
Cookies, crackers, pretzels
(in snack sizes)
Tuna in a pouch
Beef, chicken or turkey jerky
Cheese spread (no aerosol cans!)
Ramen noodles
Snack cakes, Gum, Nuts, Granola bars, Pop Tarts
Dried fruit, Trail mix, Pistachios, Raisins, Red licorice twists
Tootsie Rolls (both candy and lollipops), Peanut butter Triscuits
Wheat Thins, Canned meats (no pork products)
Hard candy (individually-wrapped)

Sports Equipment:
Baseballs, Baseball gloves, Soccer balls, Basketballs, Volleyballs
Squirt guns, Frisbees

Entertainment:
AA & AAA batteries
Craft kits, Scrapbooking materials
Books (mysteries, action, drama, science fiction)
Magazines – new or nearly new
(sports, news, entertainment, travel, nature)
Playing cards, Small hand-held games, Crossword puzzles
CD's\DVD's

Hygiene Supplies:
Facial cleansing pads, Moisturizing lotion, Wet Wipes
Eye drops, Lip balm, Toothpaste, Toothbrushes
Soap, Body wash, Shampoo and conditioner
Deodorant, Sunblock, Foot powder

Miscellaneous:
Blank cards, Stationary, Paper, Pens, Letters, Ziploc bags (sandwich, qt., gal. sizes)

Please keep in mind that all food items must be in the manufacturer’s original packaging.
NO chocolate - 110 degree heat and chocolate do not mix well, though M&M’s are fine.
Ziploc bags make sure that potentially leaky items don’t make a mess during shipping, and service members use them to keep sand out of their things while in the desert. IT’D BE GREAT IF YOU CAN BRING A BOX TOO! We’ll need to package them up.

We’ll need some volunteers that following week to help package the boxes for mailing. Please let me know right away if you are interested in that.

This is not an RIFC Production

Film Scheduling, Budgeting and Financing

From PRODUCER NORM BERNS:

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6TH Please join us for expert introduction to industry-leading courses on key aspects of Scheduling, Budgeting, Finance and Promotion. The class starts at 11 AM Pacific, 2 PM Eastern Time on Saturday, December 6th, 2008 and it will last 1 hour. You will learn for yourself how these tips and tools can dramatically increase your chances of getting your movie funded. The introduction will be by Emmy Award winner, Norman Berns, noted producer, director and instructor in the business of film. This introductory course-sampler is provided to you without future obligation.

Copy & paste this into your browser:
http://normanberns-emailinvite.eventbrite.com/?invite=OTI2MzAvaW5mb0ByaWZjZmlsbXMuY29tLzE%3D%0A

See you online!

Saturday, December 06, 2008 from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (ET)
Location:
Teleconference/Internet

(This is not an RIFC Production)

First People's Native American Film Festival

November 24th - 26th
6pm at The Edward King House
35 King Street in Newport, Rhode Island

Honoring Our Own Power (HOOP) a Native American nonprofit is holding a groundbreaking film festival right here in Newport, RI. Come join us in honor of National Native American Month, when HOOP presents the best in local and National Indigenous filmmaking.

Rich-Heape Films a Native American owned company which has created films that have aired on ABC and PBS, will be screening their latest feature films that include such stars as Wes Studi and James Earl Jones. Another featured partner of the festival event is WGBH/PBS' "ReelNatives" project to provide premiere screenings of short films made by Natives of this area, and finally Honoring Our Own Power has expanded collaborations to include the New England premiere of "When Your Hands Are Tied," the film that includes former Governor of Nambe Pueblo (of Tewa Indians) Tom Talache, produced by Boccella Productions & The Harber Charitable Trust. An amazing depiction of Native Americans in a modern day world. All of these films are a must-see, and the event is sure to be the highlight of the month for local film festivals.

Sponsors for this event include the Rhode Island based, internationally renowned Tijer Lily Co, "A Native American Arts and Entertainment Company."www.TijerLilyCo.com

The First People's Film Festival at the historic Edward King House, 35 King Street, Newport, RI. Capacity: 100 people per night. Tickets: $9.00

Reservations: honoringourownpower@threehoops.com
Donations: http://fi­rstgiving.org

Tickets are already being reserved for each night - seats are filling up fast, so call 401-835-4806 or email honoringourownpower@threehoops.com to reserve your seat now.

Mon, November 24th @ 6pm:

Opening: Paulla Dove Jennings, Narragansett
"ReelNative" Short Films
PEANTAM ("Prayers"), by Linda Morceau, Chief Woman Sachem of the Chappiquiddic Tribe (MA)
Exile, by Robert Peters, Mashpee Wampanoag (MA)
Untitled, by Courtney Leonard, Shinnecock (NY) - currently being screened nationally at the National Museum of the American Indian, Washington, DC

Feature Film:
"Trail of Tears: A Cherokee Legacy" by Rich-Heape Films
This multi award winning and moving documentary features Wes Studi with narration from James Earl Jones

Closing Short Film:
Indigenous Invisibility, by Wanda Jean Lord, Cherokee/Choctaw

Tues, November 25th @ 6pm:

Opening: Gary Goodman, Dine/Navajo
ReelNative Short Films
Survivor, by Bruce Curliss, Nipmuc (MA)
Hope Bigger than 16 Seconds, by Keely Curliss, Nipmuc (MA)
Caleb's Legacy, by Raquel Chapa, Lipan Apache/Yaqui/Cheroke­e

Feature Film:

"Our Spirits Don't Speak English" by Rich-Heape Films
Closing Short Film:
Indigenous Invisibility, by Wanda Jean Lord, Cherokee/Choctaw

Wed, November 26th: @ 6pm

Opening: Gary Goodman, Dine/Navajo
1st Feature (1 hour showing):
Tales of Wonder, by Rich-Heape Films
2nd Feature Film:
"When Your Hands Are Tied" by Boccella Productions & The Harber Charitable Foundation. This visual adventure tells and shows the tale of modern and well known Native Americans in their quest to live in a modern world with traditional values and what it takes to achieve this and so much more.

Closing Short Film:
Indigenous Invisibility, by Wanda Jean Lord, Cherokee/Choctaw and Special screening of: Casino Indian, by Rebecca Levy, Pequot/Narragansett (CT).

Native Art, Jewelry, Music & Film Vendors:

Deborah Moorehead, Wampanoag - Art
Kerwin Davenport, Meskwaki
Honoring Our Own Power - Films

Four Native Vendors spaces available at no fee for more info call 401-835-4806.
Capacity: 100 people per night
Tickets: $9.00
Reservations: honoringourownpower@threehoops.com
Donations: http://fi­rstgiving.org

Tickets are already being reserved for each night - seats are filling up fast, so call 401-835-4806 or email honoringourownpower@threehoops.com to reserve your seat now.

Sponsorship Inquiries: Call 401-835-4806

For more information visit their website www.edwardkinghouse.com

For more information on WBGH's "ReelNatives" project visit: www.pbs.org/amex/weshallremain

For more information on the multi award winning company Rich-Heape Films visit: www.richheape.com

For more information on the multi award winning film "When Your Hands Are Tied" visit: www.whenyourhandsaretied.org

For more info on Honoring Our Own Power's work visit: http://firstgiving.org/honoringourownpower and http://threehoops.com

When you arrive don't forget to thank our Volunteers!
Gary Goodman, Dine (Navajo)
Don Blake, Assonet Wampanoag
Lucas James Xavier Kolasa
Sabrina Arruda
and special thanks to HOOP Board Member, Eden Lahr, for her sponsorship of 10 teens from the Newport Boys & Girls Club to attend the Tuesday, November 25th film screenings.

Honoring Our Own Power
21 Burdick Avenue
Newport, Rhode Island 02840
401-835-4806

Special thanks to Robert Silent Thunder for creating the logo for Honoring Our Own Power (HOOP), for more information on his work visit www.silentthunder.com.
(This is not an RIFC Event)

Connecticut Production Coalition

From CT Productions:
TO: Friends of the Connecticut Entertainment Industry
FR: Connecticut Production Coalition Founding Members (See Founding Members below)

With the current worldwide financial crisis unfolding around us, nearly everybody agrees that there has never been a more important time to diversify our state economy in order to thrive in the 21st century. And you can help by adding your name to a new coalition to build the Connecticut film and digital media industries. It is free and simple to join.

In 2006, the State of Connecticut took an important step in achieving the goal of diversification by creating a 30% transferable film, TV and digital media tax credit incentive program in order to spur development of new industry in our state. The program has provided an excellent start in the long process of firmly establishing this new industry, but there is still a significant amount of work to be done. Though the effects are really just beginning to kick in, we’ve already seen a wide variety of businesses flourish, new jobs created, and infrastructure built. Going forward, a permanent new industry will be established and the whole State will benefit from a stronger, more diverse economy, a richer culture, and of course, increased tax revenues.

To support the State’s efforts, a group of us has banded together to form the Connecticut Production Coalition, and it is our hope that you’ll join us.

With CPC, it is our goal to bring anyone and everyone together who has benefited or sees the opportunity to benefit in the future from this incentive program. This is not just limited to those who work directly in the industry, but includes any person or business that serves or has the potential to serve the industry. The benefits are distributed among a wide variety of businesses and we want to make sure that every voice of support is heard. By unifying, we will be able to speak strongly of the important work that is being done to build this industry and improve the State’s economy. Again, we are writing to ask you to join us in this effort.

It is free to join the Coalition, and you can opt-out at any time if you choose to. We want this to be as inclusive as possible so that our State leaders understand just how many people have been positively impacted by this program and the potential it has to serve as an economic pillar for the state, especially as the Governor and Legislature make decisions concerning the current overall budget shortfalls.

Once you are a member, you will receive a Quarterly Newsletter with information on current and expected productions, upcoming events, major facilities announcements, legislative issues, calls to action, stories from coalition members, job opportunities in the industry, etc. You will also get invitations to Coalition networking events of which we hope to have many!

Connecticut Production Coalition Mission Statement:
Together, we are committed to building a strong, robust and sustainable film, television and digital media industry in Connecticut. We come together on a bipartisan basis to support and promote the value of this industry in Connecticut to markets worldwide, state lawmakers, the media, and other related industries.

On our website (www.productionct.com) you can find a Fact Sheet to give you more background, and a Coalition Resolution detailing the mission of CPC and its members.
We will keep you posted in the coming weeks as we issue statewide and targeted local press releases.

We hope that you will give serious consideration to joining the Connecticut Production Coalition, and please forward to friends and colleagues to urge them to join as well. Together, we can help build a strong, robust and sustainable film, television and digital media industry in Connecticut. We look forward to hearing from you. Thank you from the founding members...

Kevin Segalla, Connecticut Film Center
Bruce Heller, Connecticut Film Center
Howard Baldwin, Baldwin Entertainment Group
Karen Baldwin, Baldwin Entertainment Group
Chris Campbell, Palace Digital Studios
Tom Carruthers, Connecticut Film Festival
Ephriam Cohen, The Fortex Group
Brandon Curiel, Venan Entertainment, Inc.
Donna Elkinson, Elkinson + Sloves, Inc.
Andrew Gernhard, Synetic Cinema Intl
Mike Kuhar, VisualEFX
John Lanza, Kostin, Ruffkess & Co, LLC
Fred Litty, Sonalysts Media Group
Al Maiorano, Televersemedia
Mark Osora, Sheptoff, Reuber & Co, P.C.
Jeff Taylor, Elements Post
Neal Thomassen, Angel Eyes Productions, llc
Ron Wishna, RM Studios, LLC

This is not an RIFC Production

C.P. Casting is Seeking:

[A] Men or Women, actors OR non-actors, who currently have (or have had) a head and neck cancer and are willing to share their personal experiences and stories for an awareness campaign for a major pharmaceutical company for various forms of media (TV, print, Web). H&N cancer is basically from the throat up, but excludes the Brain, Thyroid, and the Esophagus. H&N cancer is most common in the Oral cavity (mouth and/or tongue), Nasopharyx, Larynx (voicebox), and the Oropharynx and Hypopharynx (base of tongue, soft palate, tonsils, etc.)

This is a shoot that is scheduled for Tuesday, December 16 in Plainsboro, NJ.
All travel expenses will be paid.
[Therefore you would need to be available to travel/work in NJ for the shoot December 16.]

---------- OR ----------

[B] Men or Women, union or non-union, ACTORS, 40-50 years old, who have Type 2 Diabetes, and currently are (or were at one time) on diabetes medication, and are willing to share their personal experiences and stories for an awareness campaign for a major pharmaceutical company for various forms of media (TV, print, Web). Most of this campaign is scripted, and thererfore they are seeking ACTORS who HAVE Type 2 Diabetes.

This is a shoot that is scheduled for Wednesday, December 17 in Plainsboro, NJ.
All travel expenses will be paid.
[Therefore you would need to be available to travel/work in NJ for the shoot December 17.]

---------- AND ----------

Appropriate, interested, and available men and women would need to come to an audition this THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, sometime between 10:00am and 3:30pm, and put put on tape for a couple of minutes telling your story or reading from a script. Auditions are at: C.P. Casting, 537 Tremont St., Boston, MA 02116

Those who would like to audition also must CALL C.P. Casting at 617-451-0996 and leave a message in AUDITION MAILBOX #2 to let us know what TIME on Thursday you can come to C.P. Casting in Boston. If you don't hear back from us, we'll see you on Thursday. There will be a few people to meet you at the audition, so knowing what TIME you will be coming is important.

This is well paid work, and paid according to union rules for TV broadcast and web usage. Whatever form your story ends up in, you will be compensated for each. It will be a SAG shoot, but it is not necessary to be a SAG member to audition.
(This is not an RIFC Production)

ON THE LAKE SCREENS AT HARVARD COLLEGE

November 16, 2008
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. –– A nearly full house people braved cold, rainy weather last Thursday to attend the second of three scheduled test screenings of ON THE LAKE: Life and Love in a Distant Place, a documentary movie about the tuberculosis epidemic in America in the 1900s and globally today.

Filmmakers David Bettencourt and G. Wayne Miller spoke at the showing of ON THE LAKE, which is scheduled for PBS broadcast on March 23, 2009. The movie will premiere at the Stadium Theatre in Woonsocket, R.I., at 8 p.m. on Feb. 13.

Among those in Thursday’s audience were Barbara Parkos and C. Gale Perkins, two TB survivors who tell their stories of long stays at sanatoriums in the movie. In a post-screening interview, Parkos told The Harvard Crimson that watching the film for the first time was a powerful emotional experience:

“Parkos said the film brought back memories of living in a sanitarium, where she was forced to sleep outside in an attempt to combat the disease,” the paper reported. “Watching scenes of beds lined up on outdoor porches ‘brought it back so vividly I felt cold.’ ” (Full Crimson article at http://www.thecrimson.com/article.aspx?ref=525344)

ON THE LAKE is the first production from Eagle Peak Media, a multi-media company founded in May by Bettencourt, the award-winning director of YOU MUST BE THIS TALL: The Story of Rocky Point Park, and Miller, journalist and author of seven books. Two more Eagle Peak documentaries are in pre-production.

The first test screening of ON THE LAKE was held last month in Pittsburgh, before an audience of nearly 100 people. The final test screening will be before a private audience on Dec. 3.

For more information about the movie, visit www.OnTheLakeMovie.com.

G. Wayne Miller
Partner, producer, writer
www.EaglePeakMedia.com
Story is our passion ©
(This is not an RIFC Production)

BUY TICKETS NOW ONLINE FOR DEC 6 HOLIDAY PARTY!

You’re Invited!
The annual holiday party for the Rhode Island Film Collaborative will host filmmakers, producers, actors and fans of independent film from throughout the region this year on Saturday, December 6th at Kay Studios (66 Valley St. in East Providence).

The theme of the event is a “Black and White” party. That means all participants are encouraged to wear either black or white clothing – or a mixture. The decorations will be Black and White too – so will the movies and the food.

The party’s in two parts this year. From 6 – 8 pm is our first official fundraising event. Tickets are $100 per person or $150 for two, and are available through the rifc website at www.rifcfilms.com This part of the evening will feature shrimp cocktails, complimentary champagne, special guests and more.

That will be followed by an open admission holiday party from 8 pm onward (If you’d like to support the RIFC, a donation of $10 is suggested). A raffle, large-scale party games and live entertainment from local arts performers will round out the evening.

Please, if you’re in favor of the events and activities that the Rhode Island Film Collaborative puts together, come out and show your support. We’re at a crucial point in our formative years, and every little bit of help can have a great impact.

Sponsors include Have Advice Will Travel, Kay Studios, Raymond Norman Cooks, SENE, and Narragansett Beer. We also want to thank Marcus and Greg at Kay Studios for their generosity with the great space they have, and Raymond Norman for making culinary magic possible.

Purchase your tickets now by going to: http://www.rifcfilms.com/holiday.aspx

Special offer for DISPOSABLE MEN---Did someone say DISCOUNT?

From Perishable Theatre, RI's Research & Development Theatre 11/13/2008:

Late Night Programming Friday November 14- Blood from a Turnip.

JINGLE BELLES 4 Tickets now on sale to the public.

and don't forget the return of LIVE/WHIRLED acoustic music series Nov. 16

IT"S BAAAAAAACK!!!!

Perishable Theatre and The Providence Black Repertory Company present
DISPOSABLE MEN
by James Scruggs
directed by Kristin Marting
November 20-23, 2008
5 shows!!!
Tickets $20-$15 at ArtTix
USE THE DISCOUNT CODE DMCOPRO1 to receive a $15 ticket

In a multi-media environment, Disposable Men pairs old-fashioned storytelling with innovative new technology in a solo work that demonstrates the role of the popular media in classifying African American men as “disposable.” Disposable Men was developed in the HERE Artist Residency Program (HARP) and premiered in February 2004.

Join the fun on December 12 when we reprise our famous burlesque fundraiser, Jingle Belles and a Few Balls 4!

The Big Santa Package ($35) gains you entry to the hottest holiday show in town, a commemorative T-shirt, and a drink. A limited number of Elf tickets to the show and party only are available for $20.

Don't get left out in the cold- last year we sold this show out in 5 days!!!!
Call Donna Lee at 401-331-2695 x 103 to purchase your tickets today!

All proceeds benefit the Perishable Theatre Arts School. On Friday November 14, Blood from a Turnip, RI's oldest late night puppet salon will celebrate the future to come with the puppet stylings of Bonnie Duncan, Nicole LeDuc, Evan O'Television,
and the musical accompaniment of Detroit Rebellion.

10pm, all seats $5 after all these years.

(This is not an RIFC Production)

Production Assistants Needed

This Sunday, November 16th, Jawdoc productions will be shooting a music video and is looking to add a few additional production assistants to our on-set crew. This is a great opportunity to get experience or add to your resume. The shoot is in Cambridge Massachusetts. Meals will be provided but these are volunteer positions. Any interested parties should call the production office at 401.943.3996 or email info@Jawdocproductions.com

When calling or emailing please specify in your message that this is regarding a PA position on the music video.

Thank you.

Anthony Ambrosino
Jawdoc Productions
1 Center Place Providence RI 02903
401.943.3996
(This is not an RIFC Production)

Education Department Seeks Entries in “High School Video Contest”

For any of you who are or know High School Teachers/Students:
Elliot Krieger, Communications – (401) 222-8471

All seniors in public high schools in Rhode Island are invited to test their creative skills by submitting ideas for a television public-service announcement (PSA) focused on a community or social issue important to teens. This “High School Video Contest” is being offered in conjunction with the rollout of the new Rhode Island Diploma System.

Governor Donald L. Carcieri’s Office and a number of Rhode Island education agencies are sponsoring the contest with the support of television station ABC6, Ronzio’s Pizza & Subs, and Twelve Acres Restaurant of Smithfield.

“Our new high-school Diploma System encourages students’creativity, imagination, and the active pursuit of areas of personal interest,” said Governor Carcieri. “This contest provides an opportunity for public high-school seniors to venture outside the classroom and into the real world of communications.”

The Governor also explained that this type of partnership between the public and private sectors is critical to the effectiveness of the new high-school diploma system. “We need our Rhode Island businesses to become active participants in our education system,” the Governor said. “I applaud ABC6, Ronzio’s, and Twelve Acres for stepping forward with their generous assistance.”

Here’s how the contest works:

Students graduating in 2009 (this year’s seniors) may submit “storyboard” concepts (storyboards are rough illustrations depicting the PSA action) accompanied by a script or narrative along with a rough-cut video of their vision for the spot. Submissions must focus on community or social issues that are important to teens, such as smoking, drinking, drug use, drinking and driving, teen violence, bullying, peer pressure, depression, cliques, the environment, or community service.

The first-place award recipient (seniors can enter individually or in teams of two, with the approval of their high school) will win a $1,000 Ronzio College Scholarship (split among both students should a team win) and ultimately work with ABC6 to produce the TV spot, which will air on Channel 6, the Rhode Island Cable News Channel, and on abc6.com. Recognition also will be given to second and third place, as well as honorable mention. The awards will be presented at a reception to be held at Twelve Acres. Seniors also have the option to include this work, whether they win or not, as part of their senior project or portfolio.

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Shepard Building, 255 Westminster Street, Providence, Rhode Island 02903-3400
Telephone 401-222-4600 Fax 401-222-6178 TTY 800-745-5555 Voice 800-745-6575

Storyboards and video rough cuts are due by January 31, 2009. Details can be found on WaytogoRI.org, under “New High School Diploma System.”

The Rhode Island Diploma System was approved in January 2003 and amended in September 2008 by the Board of Regents for Elementary and Secondary Education. To receive a diploma from a public high school in Rhode Island, students must, among other requirements, demonstrate proficiency in six core areas of learning by applying skills and knowledge at a rigorous level.

“The Regents established the new Diploma System in order to improve graduation rates and to better prepare our students for the challenges of the 21st-century workplace,” said Peter McWalters, Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education. “The video contest provides an opportunity for our students to apply their classroom experience, their problem-solving skills, their teamwork, and their creativity.”

State offices and departments working together on the Rhode Island high-school Diploma System communications effort are: Governor Donald L. Carcieri’s Office, the Board of Regents and the Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the Rhode Island Board of Governors for Higher Education, the Rhode Island Higher Education Assistance Authority, and the Association of Independent Colleges & Universities of Rhode Island.

This is not an RIFC Production

RUFF CUTZ IS FINALLY HERE! Nov. 14, 15, 16!

From Jamie Benti:

Online tickets sales have ended! BUT you can purchase tickets at the event.

THERE WILL BE A REGISTRATION TABLE 6:30PM AT THE OPENING NIGHT GALA FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH, 2008 (at The Skellig). THEN EACH MORNING REGISTRATION OPENS 9AM AT CDIA. THERE TICKETS, LANYARDS CONFERENCE PASSES,
PROGRAMS, TEE SHIRTS, ETC. WILL BE SOLD!

We had to add an additional night of screenings (Saturday the 15th 5:30pm until 10:30pm ish) for our filmmakers. We received nearly 500!!

So now you have Saturday as well as Sunday for nearly 50 films. We will be putting together a follow up event very soon (like a mini Ruff Cutz) that will showcase a majority of the films we were unable to show over the weekend. AND, there will be cash prizes and awards on that follow up event as well.

Here is a FINAL list of the speakers:

http://www.rcifc.com/schedule.html#panels (Speaker and Time Slots)
http://www.rcifc.com/awards.html (This years Awards)

Great networking Gala's and Parties all weekend.

http://www.rcifc.com/schedule.html#15th (Weekend Gala's)

Parking is only $1 a day!! Check any of the short fun & informative videos we did covering this years event on what you can expect!

http://www.rcifc.com/videos.html (check out the videos)

Best Regards,

Jamie Benti
Image Icon Entertainment/Ruff Cutz Indie Film Conference
jbenti@rcifc.com
www.rcifc.com/www.imageiconent.com

This is not an RIFC Production

FILMDANCE SHOWS OFF ALL THE RIGHT MOVES

New Film Festival Seminar Set for January 17.

NEWPORT, RI -- In our YouTube society, it would appear that everyone is a
filmmaker. But if you are a serious filmmaker looking for your big break, film
festivals are still the way to go and have stricter guidelines. So how does a
serious filmmaker know if their work is truly ready for the festival circuit?

"Most emerging filmmakers are so absorbed by the creative process and getting their films finished," says Eleyne Austen Sharp, executive director of Master Filmmakers. "They don't spend much time considering how to prepare their film for a debut on the festival circuit." FilmDance is the new film festival
seminar presented by Master Filmmakers, which was established to help filmmakers develop a strategy for getting their film prepared to enter the film festival arena.

According to Sharp, there are at least several hundred film festivals offered in
the United States alone, and most require entry fees, which can get quite
expensive for the filmmaker on a tight budget. "FilmDance is a unique
opportunity to learn from the experts exactly which festivals to include on your
'dance' card and which ones to ignore."

FilmDance will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at Kay Studios, 66 Valley Street in East Providence, from 10AM-4PM. The full day seminar will feature four moderated panel discussions to address Marketing, Fundraising, Networking and Submission issues. Panelists will include filmmakers, film festival winners and organizers.

Master Filmmakers is a division of The Film Community, the producers of Kid
Filmmakers educational programs. In addition to FilmDance, Master Filmmakers hosts a variety of seminars geared to filmmaking professionals and those looking to "break into" the film industry. In addition to FilmDance, The Film Community will be offering additional programming throughout 2009 in connection with Kay Studios.

The cost of the full-day FilmDance program is $65.00. Early bird registration
is $45.00 if registration is received before December 1, 2008. To register for
FilmDance, call 401-294-4922 or visit The Film Community's website at
www.thefilmcommunity.org.

This is not an RIFC Production

Head Shot Specials for Rhode Island

From Kristen Pierson:

I'm offering a HUGE discount to RIFC friends on my studio packages and on-location packages! Great for any couples, actors, or actresses in need of new pics!

-Book 2 or more people for same day shoot and SAVE!

Currently offering special on-location head shot portraits for $100.
$10 off for 2 or more people at same location.

Studio head shots (multiple backdrops) also available for $175.
$25 off for 2 or more people booking together.

I'm only offering this for locations in RI. Additional locations or travel will add to price. For all my out of state friends, if you can come to RI, you'll get some great head shots for a great price. If you're interested or have any questions, give me a call or contact me for more info. Credit cards also accepted.

Thanks,

Kristen Pierson
Contact me at:
401.580.3220
www.kristenpierson.com
(This is not an RIFC Production)

THE BIBLE'S BURIED SECRETS

Providence Pictures is proud to announce our film:

THE BIBLE'S BURIED SECRETS

Premiere Broadcast on NOVA/PBS
Tuesday, November 18, 8:00 PM
(Check local listings)

At the intersection of science and scriptures lie provocative new
insights on the origins of the ancient Israelites, the evolution of
their belief in one God and the creation of the Bible.

For more information and to view the prologue please visit
www.providencepictures.com
(This is not an RIFC Production)

Shop for Daylight Films "Subject C"

From Jay Walker:

If you missed the big party, you missed a good time, but don't fret, because there are still plenty of ways you can help the project become a reality. One of them is by doing something you may plan on doing anyway: shopping for holiday presents. Just click on the links provided in this forwarded email to get your loved ones gifts from the Pampered Chef or Silpada Jewelry & Daylight Films will get a cut of whatever you spend, which will be put toward production of Subject: C. Don't forget to visit the websites, www.Daylight-Films.com & www.SubjectC.net, to find out how our progress is coming & how you can help in other ways.
(This is not an RIFC Production)

Ticket Availability for "Sex and Justice"

This comes from Michael and Rebecca, Producers of Sex and Justice:

http://www.sexandjustice.com
info@sexandjustice.com

Sex and Justice, A Crime Drama

Written and directed by Michael DiBiasio

Starring:

Richard Brundage
Jonathan Patton
John-Patrick Driscoll
Rebecca De Ornelas

Premiering at:

The Columbus Theatre
270 Broadway
Providence, RI 02903

Doors open at 7:00PM with the screening set to begin at 8:00PM, and a Q&A session with the director and cast to follow. Tickets are $15 each or $24 for a pair, and can be purchased in the Store section of our web site (http://www.sexandjustice.com/store.php) or by calling 1-800-838-3006.

All ticket holders will be be automatically entered into our "Dinner and A Movie" prize drawing, which will take place at the end of the night.

Check out our high definition teaser trailer on the main page of our web site. Let us know what you think either on the site or on our MySpace or Facebook pages!

PLEASE BE ADVISED that Sex and Justice does include strong language and conversational references to adult situations and acts of violence. There is, however, no nudity or graphic violence shown on screen.

(This is not an RIFC Production)

The RI International Film Festival has Announced the Screenplay Winners for 2008

From JENN DLUGOS:

The First Place winner is RIFC member Karen Webb!
From the New England region, local screenwriters Karen Webb from Hopkinton, MA, Caitlin McCarthy from Worcester, MA, Rachael Smith from Hope, RI and Jason Burns from Providence, RI, were among the top prize winners in the competition. Entries for the event came in from across the globe.

First Prize
“Christmas Cake” by Karen Webb; USA
An American woman running from a bad relationship lands in Japan, in heavy competition for the job of her dreams, and falls head over heels in love with a Japanese man she can't have.

Grand Prize
"The Placeholder" by Amy Neswald; USA
Everybody Bean dates can’t help but to find love with someone else. While searching for a new sublet apartment, she gives 'love' a break.

Second Prize
“Wonder Drug” by Caitlin McCarthy; USA
A scientific drama about how DES (diethylstilbestrol), the world's first drug disaster, harms the lives of a Big Pharma executive, a feminist doctor, and a thirty-something newlywed across different decades.

Local Prize
“My Own Private Myocardial Infarction” by Rachel Smith; USA
Since his mother's death, Charlie has written off his heart as broken. When he meets someone who challenges this diagnosis, he must choose between his head and his heart, between who he is and who he can be.

Honorable Mentions
“INRI” by Paula Lynch; USA
John and Maggie Devine take a road trip to Rhode Island in search of a miracle for him; but they unexpectedly find a miracle for her.

“The Saxon” by Nigel Grant; USA
In this medieval Cain and Abel story, a young Saxon has to leave his monastery home before taking final vows. He struggles with his religious morality as he surmounts Norman prejudice, fights off the murderous attack of his elder brother, and becomes a valiant knight battling the forces of 14th century France.

GLBT Grand Prize
“Pansy” by Sean Patrick McCarthy; USA
A gay boy at a Catholic high school befriends a 40 year-old man who becomes his confidante and lover. When his parents discover their relationship, the revelation sends the troubled teen on a downward spiral with tragic consequences.

GLBT First Prize
“Get Back” by Kieran Turner, USA
A former child star who was outed by the press in a scandal that killed his career has the opportunity to to go back in time to the eighties and to relive high school with his adult sensibilities. Now, he is comfortable with his sexuality, and is able to pursue the relationships that he shunned the first time around.

GLBT Second Prize
“The Collecting Point” by Danna Scott; USA
In 1968, a young female assistant museum curator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City delves into the sex and drug scene of the underground pop culture while discovering deceit and corruption at the highest levels of the Met.

Short Screenplay Grand Prize
“Nice Guys Finish Last” by Jason Burns; USA
Do nice guys always finish last? Jake is a typical American guy struggling with the romantic implications of that question. With the help of his best friends, Greg and Babs, Jake tries to keep his head above water as he swims in a proverbial sea full of fish.

Short Screenplay First Prize
“ID” by Melissa J. White; USA
A singing telegram messenger becomes an unlikely FBI terrorist suspect.

Short Screenplay Second Prize
“Burt’s Used Cars” by Greg Rebman, USA
Buddy Nedermeyer is a used car salesman who has lost the will to sell. His world has nearly ground to a halt. When Lou, a smooth criminal, drives onto the lot, Buddy concocts a plan to reenter his own life.

This is not an RIFC Production

Free Workshops for Red One Camera

Film Star Rentals is excited to announce that we have taken delivery of RED camera #4452 and are preparing our workflow to make the camera system ready for rentals beginning December 1st.

Because of the inherent complexity of the RED ONE camera, Film Star Rentals will be hosting a series of free workshops to be led by industry veteran Steve Sherrick.

The RED workshops are free and are on a first come first serve basis. The 4 hour workshop will be limited to only 20 participants to allow for maximum exposure to the camera. Subsequent rentals of the RED camera will require that you have taken one of the workshops or show proven proficiently with the camera. In the event that you cannot be accommodated for the current workshop, you will be given first priority for the next one that is scheduled.

The next workshop will be held Thursday, November 13th from 1:00 - 5:00 pm at the Film Star warehouse located at 488 Dorchester Avenue, in South Boston.

Sign up here : www.filmstarrentals.com
(This is not an RIFC Production)

RI Motif Magazine Offers to List Your Films FREE!

From JIM VICKERS at MOTIF:
Deadline extended to November 17th!

Motif is looking for local indie filmmakers whose films are available FOR SALE, RENT, OR VIEWING ONLINE to be listed in the 2008 RI Motif Magazine’s Holiday Guide.
Is your film available to view, rent or is it for sale? This is what we need to include your film(s):
- Film Title
- Production Company (specify how it is available to the general public)
-Filmmaker’s name and contact info (website preferred- email and phone number optional)
-Above the line cast & crew credits
- Short Synopsis (3 lines max)
- High-resolution picture (optional) – depending on room, we may or may not use it.

DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 17, 2008
Send all info in one email to Toni-Ann Baker @ TABAKER32@aol.com.
PLEASE SEND ASAP – SPACE IS LIMITED
(This is not an RIFC Production)

TSL Production is Seeking Experienced Boom Operator and PA's

TSL Production has immediate openings for experienced Boom Operator and Production Assistants for short film tentatively entitled, “Team Lunch.” Interested applicants must be available ALL DAY on November 9, 15 & 16, 2008. Film Students welcome and encouraged to apply.

This is a non-paying job. However, meals will be provided on set and participants will receive film credit. Please send resume and contact information to teamlunch@yahoo.com.

This is not an RIFC Production

TICKETS ARE GOING FAST, BUY THEM NOW at www.SubjectC.net

Tickets at the door will be 30 dollars each, but you can get 2 for 50.00 online today.

Michael Day, editor of Third Date, Green Grass, Director and editor of multi-award winning 48 hour film "Writer's Block" invites you to The Subject: C Promotional Event. This event is to rase money for Daylight Films new movie, Subject: C. A superhero Sci-fi action thriller.

.Saturday, November 8, 2008 at 7 p.m.
.KAY Studios, Stage 5 66 Valley St, East Providence 02914
.Live Music with HANNA-MAIN ACOUSTIC DUO and THE IGNITORS
.Food and beverage
.Silent auctions
.Original Art Works
. Meet the Cast and Crew
. Great Networking Event!!
.Hosted By: Glenn Robert

Sponsored By:
KAY Studios . Newport Storm . Narragansett Beer . Pepsi Cola . Gamm Theatre . Silpada Fine Sterling Jewelry . Pampered Chef . Wild Tree herbs . Matt Doolin Artistry . Beth Drew Hanna Artistry . The Ignitors . Hanna-Main and more.

30.00 per Ticket, 50 for two:
Includes All Food, Beverage and Entertainment.
All proceeds go to the making of the film "Subject: C"
go to www.subjectc.net today and buy your tickets before we run out.

Can't make the event and would like to take the journey with SUBJECT: C, and DISCOVER what his secrets are! For a small donation you can get ALL ACCESS to behind the scenes video,crew blog entries, you can see photos and illustrations and have the knowledge that you helped make this film possible! Go to www.subjectc.net
and click on donate.

Our Donated Sponsors so far:
Dan Drew . Marcus T . Custom KeyWay Machine . Corporate Technology . Michael Raso . Gerg G . Chris Ronci . Heather Carlson . Jesse Fogg * Sheila McDowell . David Perry . Brand Architecture & Management . Swiftec IT
Carl's Collision Center . Add your name to our list.

Thank You,

Michael and Jessica Day
401-884-2084
md@daylight-films.com

Bring Your Own Improv Now has a Music Video!

From Daniel Lee White:

You just never know what we are going to do at a show!!! Make sure you come down and check us out at the Spot on Thayer. Wednesday’s at 9 and Friday’s at 11pm for late night short form comedy! Check out this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQ6m1I8Wnlk&fmt=18 made by Melanie Dupont. She has entered it into a music video contest. BYOI and some of our patrons participated after a show one night. It is a hoot! Make sure to check out more at www.BringYourOwnImprov.com. Bring Your Own Pillow, Bring Your Own Beer and Bring Your Own Improv! Come play with us! Make sure to check out the video and rate it to help support her!

Daniel Lee White
(401) 261-7678
Me@DanielLeeWhite.com
www.DanielLeeWhite.com
(This is not an RIFC Production)

"On the Lake" Second Test Screening

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. –– The second of three scheduled test screenings of ON THE LAKE: Life and Love in a Distant Place, a documentary movie about the tuberculosis epidemic in America in the 1900s and globally today, will be held will be at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 13, at Harvard Hall, Harvard College.

Filmmakers David Bettencourt and G. Wayne Miller will speak at the showing of ON THE LAKE, which is scheduled for PBS broadcast in March 2009. This showing is free and open to the public. The movie will premiere at the Stadium Theatre in Woonsocket, R.I., on Feb. 13.

ON THE LAKE is the first production from Eagle Peak Media, a multi-media company founded in May by Bettencourt, the award-winning director of YOU MUST BE THIS TALL: The Story of Rocky Point Park, and Miller, journalist and author of seven books. Two more Eagle Peak documentaries are in pre-production.

The first test screening of ON THE LAKE was held last month in Pittsburgh, before an audience of nearly 100 people. The final test screening will be before a private audience on Dec. 3.

While less of a public health issue in America today than in the early 1900s, when much of the film is set, it remains epidemic on the planet. Tuberculosis is the number-two infectious disease killer globally today, according to the World Health Organization, with nearly two million deaths and nine million new cases in 2006, the last year for which data is available. The only disease with a higher worldwide mortality is HIV/AIDS.

Audience reaction from the Pittsburgh screening suggests that the filmmakers have succeeded in bringing powerful emotion and personal stories to the screen. “Our aim was not to produce a ‘disease-of-the-week’ movie, but rather a compelling narrative of real people,” Miller said. “Against this tragic backdrop, against the many deaths, we found love stories and stories of triumph.”

Harvard Hall is located at the main entrance to Harvard Yard, which is in the center of Harvard Square in Cambridge, Mass.

For more information about the movie, visit www.OnTheLakeMovie.com.

(This is not an RIFC Production)

NIFF's Second Monday series to feature 'A Christmas Tale'

NEWPORT, RI (Oct. 31, 2008) -- Arnaud Desplechin's A Christmas Tale, staring Catherine Deneuve, will be NIFF's Second Monday screening in November.

"Very engrossing, often very funny, like a good, long novel you can't put down... [Chiara Mastroianni's] performance is one of the many gems in this rambunctious, imperfect joy of a movie."
- Ty Burr, Boston Globe

The film, set for limited release on Nov. 14, will have a sneak preview on Monday, Nov. 10, at the Jane Pickens Theater in Newport. NIFF's new Artistic Director, Tom Hall, will be in attendance to talk about the film and take questions following the screening.

Abel and Junon (Deneuve) had two children, Joseph and Elizabeth. Victim of a rare genetic condition, Joseph's only hope was a bone marrow transplant.

As they and Elizabeth were incompatible, his parents conceived a third child in the hope of saving their son. But little Henri too was unable to help his brother, and Joseph died at the age of seven. The Vuillard family has never recovered. Many years have passed, and family relationships are more strained than ever. In particular, those between Elizabeth, authoritarian head of the family and Henri, a cynical drop out who divides his time between women and drink.

After a violent argument, Elizabeth banishes her feckless brother, cutting him off from his nephew, her son Paul - a tortured adolescent beset by serious mental problems.

Masterfully directed and acted, by turns savage, bittersweet, darkly comic and unbearably moving, A Christmas Tale shows internationally acclaimed director Arnaud Desplechin at the height of his powers.

What the Critics are Saying:

"A darkly exuberant feast. Now that is a movie!"
- Glenn Kenny

"[Desplechin's] passion for finding new ways to tell old stories are exhilarating... This is a film you don't want to see end, not because the people are so happy but because they are so human and so alive."
- Kenneth Turan, LA Times

Details:
DATE: Monday, Nov. 10, 2008 @ 7 p.m.
LOCATION: Jane Pickens Theater
49 Touro St.
Newport, RI
ADMISSION: $10 / $8 NIFF Members and students
Tickets are available the night of the screening; the box office at the Pickens opens at 6 p.m.

For more information, visit newportfilmfestival.com

(This is not an RIFC Production)

DEATH BY STARVATION

On Monday, November 10th, there will be an exhibit commemorating the 75th Anniversary of The Holodomor, the great starvation, during which Stalin had 7.5 million Ukrainians starved to death in order to break Ukrainian nationalism. During my stay in Ukraine as a Fulbright Scholar, I made a film with my students and members of The Little Globe Theatre about the famine. The film will be shown at a special presentation on the 10th - see attached flyer. It will also be part of the ongoing exhibit.

Opening presentations and reception, 5 p.m., November 10, Room 4080, Knight Campus, Warwick

David Eliet, local playwright and director, will show his short film, Holodomor, a project undertaken while working with theater students in Ukraine. A reception in the art gallery, Rm 3500, will follow the presentations. For more information, please send an e-mail to knightgallery@ccri.edu. Gallery hours: Tues-Fri 11am-4pm, Sat. 10am-2pm

The Knight Campus Art Gallery at the Community College of Rhode Island presents
HOLODOMOR:

Remembering the Ukrainian Genocide 1932-1933
An exhibit of art, film and history
November 10 - December 5, 2008

(This is not an RIFC Production)

Documentary to Premiere on November 19 at Benefit for International Institute

Local filmmakers team with International Institute to chronicle refugees’ journey from Ethiopia to RI

(Providence, Rhode Island – October 10, 2008) -- The journey of a family that spent more than five years in an Ethiopian refugee camp before relocating to Rhode Island is the focus of the upcoming documentary, “Home Across Lands.”

The documentary will premiere on November 19, 2008 at the Columbus Theater in Providence at a benefit for the International Institute of Rhode Island. “Home Across Lands” was commissioned by the International Institute to chronicle the journey of a group of Eritrean-Kunaman refugees making the transition from life in the Shimelba Refugee Camp in Northern Ethiopia to their new home in Rhode Island.

The Kunama featured in the film fled their native Eritrea and spent years in the confines of the camp, until they were granted refugee status by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. The film focuses on their journey to Rhode Island and their journey to becoming self-reliant, invested participants in their new home.

The film was shot over a one year period and features footage and interviews from various locations in Ethiopia and Rhode Island. The experience for the filmmakers was a challenging one as the U.S. State Department had issued a warning for travelers within 50 km of the border between Ethiopia and Eritrea. The refugee camp was located 45 km south of the Eritrean border.

“Our goal was to present viewers with a first-hand visual representation of the journey, while giving a voice to those who live in the camp,” said director John Lavall, who produced the one hour documentary in conjunction with executive producer Mary Copp, cinematographer Jessica Jennings, and editor Julie Lewis/editor.

The film takes viewers on the odyssey from the camp on the arid northern border of Ethiopia and Eritrea to Rhode Island’s Spring House Hotel and Resort on Block Island. “Home Across Lands” illustrates the ways the International Institute bridges the vast divide from life in a refugee camp to life in Rhode Island as they help the Kunama in making sense of apartment living, public transportation, employment and health care, while nurturing their own community as they adapt to a larger and very foreign one.

“We were fortunate to have Bill Shuey, executive director of International Institute of Rhode Island, and Eskinder Negash of U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants to help us navigate the various agencies that are needed to get into these restricted areas,” said Mary Copp. “With their help, we were able to interview Gorashi Menga, his wife Ayange, and several of their relatives in the camp and follow their journey of resettlement as they arrived three weeks later at TF Green Airport in Warwick.”

“Home Across Lands” is a production of Devlo Media and Vision Wink Films. For more information, visit www.devlomedia.com or www.iiri.org.

CONTACT:
John Lavall
Devlo Media
41 Drowne Parkway
Rumford, RI 02916
401-749-7333
www.devlomedia.com
john@devlomedia.com
(This is not an RIFC Production)

A Service Available for Making an Actor's Reel

From Jenna Sullivan...
It is a well-known fact that an actor's reel is a stock tool for any actor seriously looking for work or representation. What is slightly less known is that most of us don't have one. It's a Catch 22 - "I can't have a reel until I've done a lot of wide-ranging work, but I can't get that work if Idon't have a reel to show what I can do." On top of that - getting the clips from the producers is an entirely different headache! Right now Actor/Producer, Jenna Sullivan and Director of Photography/EditorExtraordinaire, Christian Kiley are teaming up to offer you a service that is the solution for this common problem. Simply put, they will provide you with scenes for your reel. Scenes will be handpicked with you in mind. A video that showcases your talent and ability will be shot and assembled. What you will end up with is a tool that will be invaluable to you as you cultivate your career. Interested parties can contact Jenna for more information. Jenna can be reached at jenna_sullivan@msn.com.
(This is not an RIFC Production)

Seeking Producer, Director, Crew, Editor for Short Film to Shoot in Boston Area

From Tara...

Current MFA fiction-writing candidate seeks a producer, director, crew, and editor (unpaid) to collaborate with for one of two short scripts:
“Petty Crime,” 13-minute drama
Story involves a troubled young woman who, after a fight with her mother and after getting fired from her job, resorts to stealing money. But an encounter with a homeless man changes her outlook. Script is nonlinear, told in five parts.
“Eco-Friendly,” 9-minute mockumentary
A filmmaker wants to make a science-fiction porn film. She interviews potential actors for the film, pairs them up, and guides them through the initial rehearsal. In the process she waxes philosophical about psychology, filmmaking, and the science fiction genre.
Filming needs to be under way by the end of November. Writer can provide polished script, interested actors, cast breakdown, and some props. Writer would like to have the film ready to submit to festivals by spring 2009.
Contact details: Tara at tararat@comcast.net. Writer bio will be provided for interested parties, if desired.

(This is not an RIFC Production)

Casting for "The Intensive" in Boston

FROM: Blythe Pistole, EPA for "The Intensive," a Micro-budget independent feature filming in Boston beginning in November.

"The Intensive"

Tagline:
Last Tango in Paris meets The Piano.

Logline:
What will the film reveal when a Writer, his Mentor, a Director, and his Actress, all insist on the final cut?

Storyline:
A promising writer, Adrian Pallo has his screenplay acquired for an Independent film starring his wife, Suzanne Liu-Pallo. The film's director, Maxwell Haliday, is married to a well known workshop director/ actress "Galena Votros". Suzanne has been critical of Adrian's inability to break free of what she calls his conservative tendencies. His reluctance to explore and expand his main characters' innate demons and conflicts through visual sexual resolution, is stifling his re-write of this project and squandering an opportunity to establish himself as a viable contemporary risk taker while limiting her character's arc.

Max (her proclaimed emotional visionary) sees this as a natural and necessary progression for her character's journey. This has added to their already tremulous relationship. Suzanne insists Adrian take Galena's radically aggressive workshop. He reluctantly submits and soon learns that looking deeply into one's true inhibitions may bring to focus their true desires and rightful direction.

Casting 1 Non-Union Actress/Principal Role for Feature (80 Min.) Drama, Boston Area~*November Shoot*~14 Days + Production duration.

An Absolutely Solid Script.~ "The Intensive", A Serious, Potent, Dialogue Driven Drama. Strong Local Media Connections. High-Level Festival Bound.*Our last short was screened at Cannes this past May and Is courting distribution offers.*

Seeking Actress,

Asian, ~ Age Range 30-35+ No visible accent/ Attractive, Thin to average build. Medium/Long hair, Average Ht. 5'3" +.
Suzanne: Intelligent, Confident, Sensitive, Daring, Aggressive when it's advantageous. Artistic, Serious, but Sensual; Married, Actress.

A Couple of F.A.Q.'s:

Q. Will there be any cash payment(s) for this role?
A. No. There is a modest budget. However, food, copy, credit, and some trans.exp. will be supplied for this role.

Q. Will there be partial nudity?
A. Some

Q. Frequent (many, many) scene & character rehearsals?
A. Of course.

Q. Some highly erotic sexually suggestive physical scenes?
A. Yes.

Q. Serious dialogue devoted prep?
A. Definitely. **

Q. Is this a soft core porn film?
A. NO FREAKIN WAY! Erotic, very direct in 2-3 scenes? Yes. Suggestive and relevant in 3-4 scenes? Yes. But this is a relationship drama, and it's driven by character, dialogue, reaction, emotion, situation and story arc as the 100 other scenes reveal.

Long résumés or 100 years experience not required. However, vision, progressive artistic attitude and willingness to listen, consider and contribute are required. We're not looking for script robots or over the top stage types. The dialogue is heavy and interpretation is key.

If interested and feel you could handle this level of commitment, you must send your head shot, résumé, and a note explaining why you feel your attitude and approach may be right for this role. This film will be a career booster.

All replies that do not contain these requirements will be deleted immediately. We know the difficult process we face in casting and producing this project and don't have the will or desire to waste our or your time.

Of course, copy, credit & meals, plus deferred percentage, are included.

Please reply as soon as possible. This project is moving forward fast.
Franco Trombino. USE THIS EMAIL to REPLY: intensive.the.film@gmail.com

Also:
Casting Feature film: Boston. Mid-November shoot. Seeking actress's/actors for 15 supporting roles. Seeking females ages 18-35. Females ages 40-70. Males ages 20-30, Latino males ages 20-25. Males ages 60-70. Please reply w/HS/Res. Deferred pay Only.Union/Non-union.

This is not an RIFC Production

Lots of NEWS From LDI CASTING

CASTING.........Brotherhood Season 3:

As we begin the final week of BROTHERHOOD production – we want to take this time to thank all of you for participating in the show. We will absolutely miss the work, the people and, of course, our paychecks. It’s been a great experience and look forward to the next project.

Thank you – Anne, Deb, Lindsay, Tim, Victor and Tim

REGISTRATION:

Some of you are receiving this email through the data base…thank you for setting up your profile - If you haven’t done so yet – please register at - www.ldicasting.net

CLASSES:

1 DAY WORKSHOP 10am – 4pm ON-CAMERA AUDITIONING
Tuesday – November 11

This class covers the basics of AUDITIONING. Scripts from current film and tv projects are used to teach the audition process from start to finish. We cover some business of acting – what to expect on set – when to join the union and a bit about managers and agents.

Limit 15 students $150/person

Contact tim.ldicasting@gmail.com to register

*

JANUARY 2009

On-Camera Classes for ADULTS, TEENS AND KIDS.

The website has the details about the classes – the times, dates and costs are not on there yet – but here they are:

Adult On-Camera Class – Tuesdays 6:30p-8:30p – January 20 – February 24 (6 weeks) $300

Teens On-Camera Class – Saturdays 1:30-3:30pm – January 17 – February 21 (6 weeks) $200

Kids On-Camera Class – Saturdays 11am-1pm – January 17 – February 21 (6 weeks) $200

Scenes and Sides – Thursdays 6:30p-8:30p – January 22 – February 26 (6 weeks) $300

**We’ll also be offering some 1-day workshops and 3-hour Intro classes, dates to come.

www.ldicasting.net

LDI MIXERS:

Each month beginning in January – we will be hosting mixers. There will be an invited guest each month to speak with us for 10 minutes or so and then mingle for a bit. Refreshments will be offered as well - $15/Mixer. (the cost for these mixers is tax-deductible) More info soon!

And now for something completely different. I have been working on starting up a non-profit company. An adult day care for people who suffer from Alzheimer’s. It is called Al’s House. LDI Casting is NOT going anywhere! This is all in addition to LDI.
We will be holding our very first HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER in early December! – keep an eye out for the details.

This is not an RIFC Production

Casting For Short Film, "SNOWFLAKE"

From GOLDILOCKS PRODUCTIONS:
Goldilocks Productions is casting for short film, SNOWFLAKE, to be shot in the Spring of 2009. There will be 2 casting sessions next month: November 8th in Boston at Viewfinder Productions Casting Office and on November 11th in East Providence at Kay Studios. They are casting for the three lead roles only at this time. There will be scripts sent 2 weeks in advance, no monolgues required. Please email resume and headshots to snowflakecasting@yahoo.com, thanks!
Casting Specs

Jesse: White female, 18 to 22, small in frame, delicate features, natural beauty, searching for herself through hip-hop and poetic expression amid a broken home and a troubled relationship.

Big Moe: Large African-American male, early to mid 30ʼs, local hip-hop producer, mentor/big brother to Jesse, street smart and formally educated, looking to nurture natural talent.

Rob: Tall, built white male in mid to late 20ʼs. Police officer, South Boston Irish, Jesseʼs boyfriend, charming yet has a dark side.

Kristen Lucas, Producer
Goldilocks Productions
www.ourfilmspace.com/profile/GoldilocksProductions
www.snowflake-movie.com coming soon!

This is not an RIFC Production