IFP's Independent Film Week Project Forum

This came to us from Danielle DiGiacomo,Community Manager, IFP:

Thank you for being a continued supporter and friend of IFP. I am asking for your help in finding filmmakers to participate in IFP’s Independent Film Week Project Forum.

Independent Film Week is the oldest and largest forum in the U.S. for the discovery of new projects in development and new voices on the independent film scene. The Project Forum is a meetings-driven forum connecting filmmakers who have new narrative and documentary projects with key industry executives interested in identifying projects with which to become involved at the financing or distribution stage.

It is qualitatively and quantitatively the best opportunity for an independent filmmaker to connect with industry professionals - including producers, funders, distributors, broadcasters, sales agents and festival programmers. The Project Forum also furthers filmmaker and industry interaction with opportunities for networking at social events throughout the week.

(Recent projects have included: Emily Abt’s Toe to Toe, Courtney Hunt’s Frozen River, Rodney Evans’ Brother to Brother, Nicole Kassell’s The Woodsman, : Laura Poitras’ The Oath, Scott Hamilton Kennedy's The Garden, Rick Goldsmith and Judith Ehrlich’s The Most Dangerous Man in America: Daniel Ellsberg and the Pentagon Papers, Aron Gaudet’s The Way We Get By, Kimberly Reed’s Prodigal Sons, and many more).

We are reaching out to organizations and individuals who we feel would have a constituency well-suited to this program. We would love it if you could get the word out to your community to encourage them to apply to the Project Forum. This can be done either through the following tools: Newsletter or list-serve mention; Dedicated email blast; Blog promotion; or article written.

Please let me know if and how you can help and which blurbs, banners, buttons, etc. you need.

In addition, if you know of any projects that you feel might be of interest to the program, please contact me at dgiacomo@ifp.org. It would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks so much for all of your continued support. I look forward to seeing you soon.
(This is not an RIFC Production)

The 989 Project Is Seeking Interns

The 989 Project a film and video production company located just outside of Providence, RI seeking interns for the late May-late August 2010 session. You will be working in a busy office environment with several chances to go out on sets and be a part of various projects. It is important to also mention that a detailed knowledge of all aspects of film is not necessary. Whether creative, organized, business savvy, or all three, we are looking for people who want to learn and get involved.

Currently, we are seeking interns in four specific areas:

1) Editing- must have knowledge of Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere

2) Marketing/Promotion- knowledge of social networking sites (facebook, myspace, twitter, etc.)

3) Design- knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator

4) Business- must have great interpersonal skills and a willingness to help out with general duties in the office

5) Visual Effects - Basic knowledge of After Effects or Motion

There is a minimum requirement of two days a week, and course credit can be earned depending on commitment
This internship is unpaid, but will provide many opportunities for the right candidate.

**Please reply to Info@the989project.com with a brief description of yourself, resume (including your telephone number), and any demo reels or examples of work**

www.The989Project.com

Colorist Wanted

The RIFC short film Don’t Eat Me is nearing completion of post production and is in need of a colorist. This position is for Credit/Copy and future professional consideration. We have a studio available with both Final Cut Studio and Adobe suites that will be made available. This project was a collaboration between several local filmmakers and studios and will be sent to festivals world-wide. For more information please contact Erica @ 401.943.3996 or email info@rifcfilms.com

DontEatMeMovie.com
RIFCFilms.com

Compensation: Credit/Copy/Future Professional Considerations

ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF FILM TAX CREDIT FAR OUTWEIGH COST

Distinguished University Professor Reports $56.7 Million In Credits Results In $465.5 Million for Rhode Island's Economy and 4,184 New FTE Jobs

RHODE ISLAND~-With the Ocean State's high unemployment rate and elected officials searching for ways to improve Rhode Island's economy, the Motion Picture Production Tax Credit attracts thousands of high paying jobs, supports small businesses, and is crucial to the state's economy, according to a new, comprehensive study from Dr. Edward M. Mazze, Distinguished University Professor of Business Administration, The University of Rhode Island, titled, The Economic Impact of the Motion Picture Production Tax Credit on the Rhode Island Economy for the years 2005-2009.

The state and local economic benefits brought by hosting a major motion picture or television production are dynamic, and the total economic activity in Rhode Island that resulted from the $56.7 million tax credits from the period of 2005 through 2009 was $465.51 million dollars. The tax credit was responsible for creating and supporting 4,184 new FTE jobs. This does not include over 10,000 background extras used in the film and television productions.

"The Motion Picture Tax Credit was, and is, critical to the film and television production industry in Rhode Island, and vital to the state's economy. For every $1 dollar invested in the tax credit, over $8 of economic activity resulted. The economic benefits of the tax credit far outweigh the state's investment in the program," said Dr. Edward M. Mazze.

"The Rhode Island Film Collaborative was excited to sponsor a study by such an esteemed expert in the field of business as Dr. Mazze. His thorough examination offers crucial insight into the value of filmmaking to our community and to our local economy", said Mark Fogarty, RIFC President.

"Dr. Mazze's report on the economic impact of the tax credit on Rhode Island confirms what IATSE Local 481 has seen since the credit's inception in 2005: the creation of thousands of new jobs in the state", said Chris 0' Donnell, Business Manager, IATSE Local 481, "Local 481 membership in Rhode Island since 2005 has increased 350%. These are well paying jobs which typically provide health insurance and retirement benefits."

Dr. Mazze also indicated other positive impacts of the film tax credit that were not easily quantifiable:
- support of Rhode Island's cultural and historic sites
- formation of new businesses to support film and television production companies
- support of the state's creative sector
- local internship opportunities for students
- out-of-state students enrolling in film and television courses at Rhode Island's colleges and universities
- reduces the loss of skilled workers to other states
- support of other employment sectors such as leisure and hospitality, business and professional services, construction and education
- tourism from out-of-state visitors
- support of local film festivals
- support of charities, and
- global publicity for the state
"For years, we have received an overwhelming amount of correspondence with anecdotal evidence supporting the Motion Picture Incentive Program. Many citizens, small businesses, officials from cities and towns, tourism experts, college and university educators, community organizers, and charitable organizations have all shared the importance of this program and its positive influence on their lives. Dr. Mazze's study now mathematically proves it.

Through hard data and solid facts, his research clearly measures the total impact of the tax credit on Rhode Island's economy," said Steven Feinberg, Executive Director of the Rhode Island Film & TV Office. "We have a unique state due to our small size and diversity of locations as well as a strong talent pool and crew base. Filmmaking is a rapid growing industry. It has tremendous positive benefits--both artistic and economic--and it must be recognized as one of the most promising, vital lanes to Rhode Island's road for future economic success."

Over 45 states in the United States have some form of film tax credit program. To contact Dr. Edward M. Mazze, please call 401-295-5802

Verdi/Corrente Productions is Seeking Crew

From Anthony Ambrosino:

Verdi/Corrente Productions is looking for some additional crew for our upcoming production "Inkubus". We are giving RIFC members early notice before this ad is placed elsewhere.

Positions needed include:
: 2nd 2nd AD
: Key PA
: Set PA Full time
: Set PA Additional (Part time)
: Production Interns
: Interns for other departments including Art dept and Production office.

These positions are unpaid. If interested please send an email to VerdiCorrente@gmail.com

In the subject heading please list the position you are applying for from above. Feel free to include resume, imdb links or other pertinent information. Please note that we are not looking for on screen talent at this address please do not send headshots or photos.

For more information, please visit:
http://www.facebook.com/l/b611e;www.verdicorrenteproductions.com/whatweredoing/inkubus2010.html
(This is not an RIFC Production)

Wild Fundraiser for Scorpio Films' THE DISCO EXORCIST

From: Richard Griffin

Scorpio Film Releasing is going into production on it's 10th motion picture THE DISCO EXORCIST, and what better way to celebrate then with our most wild fundraiser yet!

Wear your best bell bottoms and come dance the night away at Club Gallery. All night long we will be having Tony Jones and the Cretin 3 performing live... movies, raffles, give-aways, and more entertainment that you can shake a coke spoon at!

And it's all for a great cause.... the making of our most insane film yet!

THE DISCO EXORCIST will star such acclaimed actors as Michael Reed, Sarah Nicklin, Ruth Sullivan, Brandon Luis Aponte, Rich Tretheway, Gio Castellano, Alexander Lewis, Alex Aponte, Alexandra Cipolla, David Erin Wilson, Michael Thurber, Erin M. Olson, Lee Rush, Andre Boudreau and many, many more!

So, come on out and support independent cinema this April 30th and get ready to party like it's 1979!

Club Gallery is located at 150 Point Street in Providence, RI.
(This is not an RIFC Production)

RI Premiere of Law & Disorder is Being Moved

THIS JUST IN!

Due to an overwhelming demand for tickets, the May 3rd benefit for the Tomorrow Fund, the Rhode Island premiere of the award winning film Law & Disorder, is being moved to Veteran's Memorial Auditorium.

There will be lots of excitement, flashbulbs, spotlights and stretch limousines at the Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium (VMA) Monday May 3, 2010 at 6:00 PM. That’s when local celebrities and hundreds of moviegoers will begin to arrive for the Rhode Island Premiere of Law & Disorder, the 2009 Pare Lorentz International Film Festival winner for “Best Feature Film.” Showtime is 7:30 PM and a portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to the Tomorrow Fund.

Johnston, Rhode Island’s Bobby Vigeant stars in this 90 minute comedy produced by Beaver Dam Productions, as John Isaac, the former Director of a Washington DC law firm whose irreverent spirit is denied entrance into Heaven and forced to live out eternity in his former place of employment. Vigeant, commuted to Washington for four months during production of the film. In addition to being a multi-talented actor, Vigeant is a filmmaker and highly respected personal trainer and lifestyle coach. According to Vigeant, “there's a tremendous amount of buzz about this event and ticket sales have exceeded our expectations. That’s the reason we moved it to the Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium. We are thrilled to be hosting the RI Premier of Law & Disorder following its two sold out performances in Washington DC. The people of Rhode Island will love this film and benefits for a good cause.” Vigeant will be appearing on the Buddy Cianci Show, WPRO 630 AM, April 16th at 2:30 PM to discuss the making of the film and give away tickets to the Premiere.

Vigeant is host and Executive Producer of his 60 minute television program, V.I.G. Lifestyle. He worked with Joe Rocco, former Channel 10 sportscaster and President of RocJo Productions, to produce this informative and compelling health and wellness program. A preview of V.I.G Lifestyle can be seen May 3rd before the screening of Law and Disorder. To see a preview of Law and Disorder, visit www.YouTube.com and search Law and Disorder promo video. Those attending the May 3rd premiere will have the opportunity to be extras in Vigeant’s upcoming project, a feature film currently in development, called Fed Up.
Vigeant co-stars in a reality TV show currently in production called Big Shots. Vigeant is one of six Rhode Islanders featured and the show is expected to air in 2011. Actors featured in Big Shots will be attending the premiere May 3rd.

Ticket prices for this event are $30 and include admission to the after party at the Waterplace Restaurant. Waterplace Restaurant is minutes from the VMA and complimentary food and beverages will be served.

Tickets can be purchased at the following locations:

Vmari.com
401.272.4862
Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium Box Office (VMA)
83 Park Street, Providence, RI
All Marra Restaurants (visit pinellimarrarestaurants.com for all locations)
At the Door (if available)

Celebrity Limousine Worldwide is offering a limited number of special premiere night packages at $20 per person, minimum of 10 per stretch limousine for the entire evening. Please visit www.celebritylimousineworldwide.com

For information on this event, the film or interview opportunities with the actors or creators of Law & Disorder, please contact Bobby Vigeant at 561-267-5523 or bobbyvig@Cox.net
(This is not an RIFC Production)

2010 Roving Eye Film Festival to be Held at Roger Williams University

BRISTOL, RI (04/20/2010)(readMedia)-- FLICKERS: Rhode Island International Film Festival (RIIFF) and Roger Williams University (RWU) are presenting the fifth annual Roving Eye Film Festival from April 22 to April 25. The event aims to celebrate cinematic art and artists from around the world and to evoke discussions on topics of global and local importance.

A total of 40 films will be screened during the festival, 25 of which were produced outside of the United States. Roving Eye screenings are free of charge and open to the public. The Roger Williams University Bristol campus will host nearly all screenings, with the exception of one community film screening taking place at the Barrington Public Library on Friday, April 23.

The full 2010 Roving Eye Film Festival program can be found at: www.film-festival.org/RovingEye10.SCHED.php.

The Roving Eye Film Festival's 2010 slogan is "You Know You Want to Look." This year's Festival will address issues and news items of global importance, including the political landscape in Iran, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, human rights, the death penalty and global sustainability.

This year marks the first time the Roving Eye Film Festival will add a special animation focus, a demonstration by the Society for Creative Anachronism as well as a frightful horror film night to its program.

Alongside the film premieres, Roger Williams University's student-run radio station, WQRI, will be presenting a concert on campus in partnership with the Festival. The national headliner for the show is Four Year Strong with supporting opening acts from The Life I Lead and Rhode Island native, Dan Mills. The concert will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 24, at the RWU Recreation Center. Tickets are $5 in advance and $10 the day of the show. Tickets may be purchased online at: https://secure.www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/RWU/events/event_order.cgi?tmpl=events&event=2248799.

Under the guidance of RIIFF and RWU, the 2010 Roving Eye Film Festival was developed through interdepartmental participation of RWU students and faculty. Eighteen students enrolled in the new RWU class, "Curation and Film Festival Production," designed specifically to produce the Roving Eye Film Festival. This upper-level class, taught by George T. Marshall, RWU professor and executive director of RIIFF, spent the semester planning event logistics, curating more than 200 international films and marketing the 2010 Festival.

About RWU: Roger Williams University is a leading independent, coeducational liberal arts university at which students live and learn to be global citizens. With 40 academic programs and an array of co-curricular activities on its Bristol, R.I., campus, RWU is committed to its mantra of learning to bridge the world. Under the leadership of President Roy J. Nirschel, Ph.D., the University has achieved unprecedented academic and financial successes. In 2009, U.S. News & World Report named RWU the seventh-ranked baccalaureate college in the north.

About FLICKERS: Rhode Island International Film Festival (RIIFF): RIIFF discovers and empowers filmmakers. Held in Providence, and locations throughout the state of Rhode Island, RIIFF is one of only a handful of festivals worldwide that is a qualifying event for the Academy Awards (i.e. "Oscars"). RIIFF incorporates gala celebrations, premiere screenings, VIP guests, industry seminars, educational programs, and award ceremonies into a weeklong extravaganza. Cited as one of the "Best International and Short Film Festivals in the United States," RIIFF is New England's largest film festival, screening a record 175 films. Its innovative programming, cultivated industry ties, and loyal audiences have made the Festival a strategic and desirable platform for film premieres, drawing hundreds of independent filmmakers from around the globe. This year's Festival takes place August 10-15, 2010.

Extras Needed

On Cue Video Productions, LLC is looking for extras for a large courtroom scene in the upcoming feature length film, "Luke Eleven". This is an all day engagement for one day. Food and snacks will be provided.

Age Range : 18 +

Please contact Leo at 781-438-6759 or leojmaloney@yahoo.com to commit and for location,wardrobe and times.
(This is not an RIFC Production)

SENE 2010 FILM AWARD WINNERS

The directors of the SENE Film, Music & Arts Festival would like to thank the more than 80 filmmakers, musicians and artists who attended this year's festival.

We'd also like to thank those of you who came out to see a film, music performance or art exhibit. We have one of the best audiences in the region and we appreciate your support for our festival.

Southeast New England Film, Music & Arts is pleased to announce the film award winners for our second annual SENE Film, Music & Arts Festival:

Best Feature Film($1000 cash award)
My Movie Girl
Director: Adam Bronstein
Producer: Gabriel Fleming

Best Short Film($1000 cash award)
Le Retour
Director: Rachel Earnest
Producer: Kate Nelson

Best Animated Film($1000 cash award)
The Forest
Director: David Scharf

Best Director
Elias Plagianos
The Crimson Mask

Best Documentary Feature (tie)
Years in the Making
Director: Martin West
Producers: Ann Chernow, Ada Lambert, Kristin Rasich Fox

Orgasm, Inc.
Director: Elizabeth Canner

Best Comedy Short Film
The Line
Director: Richard Sabatte
Producers: Anita Merzell, Liz Destro, Mark Todd

Best Music Video
City of Noise
Director/Producer: Mitch Barany
Producers: Dominique Keller, Marc Vandergraaf

Best Regional Short Film
Tempus Ex Machina
Director: Andrew Fogel

Best Regional Feature
Children of Providence
Director/Producer: Gary Shore

Best Student Film
Free Lunch
Director: Rick Curnutt
Producer: Xavier O'Ryan

Best Documentary Short
La historia más larga de Bilbao jamás pintada
Director: Felix de la Concha
Producer: Ana Merino

Best LGBT Film
Still Here
Director/Producer: Alex Camilleri

Best Cinematography
Small Collection
Adam Feinstein

Founders Award - Best Documentary Film
Dieu est Américan (God Is American)
Director/Producer: Richard Martin-Jordan

Audience Award - Best Animated Film
Little Old Ladies
Director/Producer: John Varvir

Audience Award - Best Comedy Short Film
True Beauty This Night
Director: Peter Besson
Producers: Stephen Sweeney, Tom Sweeney

Audience Award - Best Documentary Feature
Years In The Making
Director: Martin West
Producers: Ann Chernow, Ada Lambert, Kristin Rasich Fox

Audience Award - Best Documentary Short
Bruce Sargeant: Artist
Director/Producer: Veronica Iacono

Audience Award - Best Dramatic Short Film
Scissu
Director: Tom Bewilogua
Producer: Alex Beier

Audience Award - Best Experimental Film
Prey For The Island
Director: Timothy Pape
Producer: Ben Hochstein

Audience Award - Best Feature Film
Children of Providence
Director/Producer: Gary Shore

Audience Award - Best Horror Film
Zombie Dearest
Director: David Kemker
Producer: Mark Cavanagh

Audience Award - Best LGBT Film
The (718)
Director: Darren Coyle
Producer: Parrish Hurley

Audience Award - Best Music Video
Autumn Spills
Director/Producer: Theodore Cormey

Audience Award - Best Regional Short Film
Mind The Gap
Director: Michael Lawrence
Producer: S.M. Crowningshield

Acting Class at BU

This comes to us from Mary Niederkorn:
I hope that interested professionals will take an evening and check out this amazing class or pass the following on to a respected colleague or dedicated student.
Reply back for information on how to audit the class one evening for free.

Thor East
Carter Thor Studio-Boston is now in residence at the Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University. CDIA at BU invited the Studio to be an in-house acting resource for the Film School. Students are invited to observe the acting process and have the option to shoot selected scenes on location thereby gaining valuable experience working with a pool of superbly trained actors. Studio members will have the opportunity to work closely with student filmmakers and create their own original projects using CDIA's impressive production resources. This new collaboration is an exciting creative moment for Carter Thor-Boston and will allow further sharpening of storytelling skills.
Classes held at: Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University, 274 Moody Street, Waltham, MA 02453
Websitehttp://thoreast.com/boston.html

Best,
Mary
(This is not an RIFC Production)

Black Box Theatre to Stage “The Cider House Rules”

Set in rural Maine in the first half of the 20th century and spanning decades, what begins as the story of a young boy born in an orphanage matures into a coming of age tale fraught with tension and ultimately explores the meaning of family, love, duty and sacrifice.

Homer Wells is an orphan who is rejected by a series of foster families and finds himself boomeranging back to the orphanage which eventually becomes his home.
The boy is taken under the reluctant wing of St. Cloud’s orphanage and hospital founder and director, Dr. Wilbur Larch, who generally avoids developing bonds with the children of the orphanage with the hopes of easing their transition into foster homes, but as Homer gradually becomes known as “the boy who belongs to St. Cloud’s”, Dr. Larch trains him as a physician’s assistant and becomes a father figure in the boy’s life, eventually training him as an obstetrician. When Homer learns of Dr. Larch’s secret illegal abortions, he struggles with the moral questions this raises. Dr. Larch sees offering these abortions as his only option, as his patients would otherwise be subjected to the horrors of back-alley operations.

“The play raises more questions than it gives answers, but that is precisely why I wanted to produce it,” says Rich Morra, Artistic Director of the Black Box Theatre.
Also central to the story is Homer’s mutual and complicated attraction to Candy, the girlfriend of Homer’s close friend Wally, which results in a long-running affair that fuses as much romance into the plot as it does tension.
With a story spanning eight decades that tracks Homer Wells’ life, love and soul-searching journey, the play is composed of five acts, and is broken into two parts, Part I: Here in St. Cloud’s and Part II: In Other Parts of the World, in which Homer is ultimately faced with the question of returning to the orphanage and step into the shoes of the ailing Dr. Larch.

Cider House Rules, Part I: Here in St. Cloud’s will be performed May 5, 6, 8, 9 and the 19 and 21. Part II: In Other Parts of the World will be performed May 13-16 and 22-23. Evening performances are at 7pm, and Sunday matinees are at 2 or 4pm. All performances will take place in the Black Box Theatre at Artists’ Exchange. Artists’ Exchange is located at 50 Rolfe Square in Cranston. For more information, call 401.490.9475 or visit www.artists-exchange.org.

This is not an RIFC Production

M.E.S. productions is seeking help for an upcoming short film called "His Take On Her".

We are looking for people to fill the following positions: production manager, casting director, location manager, assistant director, production assistant.

This is a relatively small film so some of these roles may overlap.

Monetary compensation is possible and will be negotiated according to experience.

His Take On Her is a dark romantic comedy that will be approximately 30 minutes finished.

Logline - Conflict arises when an aspiring but clueless film director romances a seemingly suicidal poet / actress.

Synopsis - Steven Bichelle is a man who's romances always seem to end in disaster. A talented filmmaker, he is trying to put together his first feature length project with a couple of buddies. Enter Elena Samson a beautiful poet and an aspiring actress. They fall in love but there are complications. Elena appears to be suicidal and one of Steve's buddies is convinced that it's only a matter of short time before she offs herself. To compound matters Elena wants to be in Steve's film but he is very cool to the idea. Can Steve save her, his romance, and his film or will disaster strike?

If interested contact John Devault
jsdevault@verizon.net
John Spencer Devault on Facebook
401 433 2590
(This is not an RIFC Production)

EMMY NOMINATION FOR ‘ON THE LAKE'

PROVIDENCE, R.I.

–– Eagle Peak Media’s first feature release, ON THE LAKE: Life and Love in a Distant Place, has been nominated for Best Documentary in the 33rd annual Boston/New England Emmy competition, sponsored by the New England chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.

The chapter released its nominations Tuesday night. Winners will be announced at a ceremony May 22 at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Mass.

“We are honored to be considered for this award, and we thank the Academy’s independent judges,” said writer/producer G. Wayne Miller. “It’s a testament to the dedication and hard work of our entire crew.”

Said director David Bettencourt: “Independent filmmaking can be a challenge, but a nomination like this makes it all worthwhile. This recognizes the creative vision that is the heart of our work.”

ON THE LAKE, about the tuberculosis epidemic in early 1900s America and globally today, premiered in February 2009 to widespread critical acclaim. PBS broadcasts in major national markets began in March 2009 and continue today. The film is available through Netflix, Amazon and other outlets.

Bettencourt, Miller and the Eagle Peak crew are now in post-production of their second title, BEHIND THE HEDGEROW: Eileen Slocum and the Meaning of Newport Society, the first-ever feature-length movie about the secret world of old-money Newport that will premiere at the 2010 Rhode Island International Film Festival in Providence and Newport this August.

For more on ON THE LAKE, BEHIND THE HEDGEROW, and other Eagle Peak Media productions, visit www.EaglePeakMedia.com Eagle Peak is a non-profit company specializing in film and the written word.
(This is not an RIFC Production)

TSL Production is Seeking Extras April 19

Extras Needed Ages 21-55 for a bar/night club scene scheduled to shoot on Monday, April 19, 2010. You must be available to be on set all day. Extras will be asked to bring 2 choices of clothes - 1970's and present day night club clothes. Please send current head shot and contact information to casting@TSLProduction.com and we will send you the location and call time details.

For more information on TSL Production, please visit our website at www.TSLProduction.com.

*non-paid job
(This is not an RIFC Production)

2010 New York International Independent Film and Video Festival

CALL FOR ENTRIES:

Now accepting entries (features, shorts, documentaries, music videos, animations etc.) for our July 2010 NYC Festival.

Also, we are looking for quality films to take to Cannes. If you want to submit a film to the NYC Festival, please visit www.nyfilmvideo.com

This is not an RIFC Production

FIRST LOOK AT NEWPORT DOCUMENTARY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

BRISTOL, R.I. –– This year’s Roving Eye documentary film festival will feature an early look at BEHIND THE HEDGEROW: Eileen Slocum and the Meaning of Newport Society, the first-ever feature-length movie about the secret world of old-money Newport that will premiere at the 2010 Rhode Island International Film Festival.

Writer/producer G. Wayne Miller and director David Bettencourt will be on hand April 25 at Roger Williams University to screen selections from the film and join RWU professor Edward Delaney to talk about the making of HEDGEROW and participate in a more general discussion, “The Art of Creative Storytelling.”

Part history, part contemporary look, HEDGEROW is told through the focus of Eileen Gillespie Slocum, Newport’s last grand dame, who died in the summer of 2008. Slocum’s family has granted the filmmakers exclusive access to her archives and private Bellevue Avenue estate, where much of the film was shot over the last year.
The Roving Eye event will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 25, at Roger Williams’ Global Heritage Hall 01. It is free and open to the public.

HEDGEROW, scheduled for PBS broadcast, is now in post-production. A second advance look and discussion will be staged in Newport on Wednesday, April 28. This session is by invitation only. Those interested in attending should contact Eagle Peak Media (www.EaglePeakMedia.com) for time, location and other details.
BEHIND THE HEDGEROW is the second title from non-profit Eagle Peak Media. ON THE LAKE, its first title, premiered in February 2009 to critical acclaim. PBS broadcasts in major national markets began in March 2009 and continue today.

For news, links to the HEDGEROW blog and Facebook page, and more, visit www.BehindTheHedgerow.com
More information about Roving Eye at http://www.film-festival.org/RovingEye10.SCHED.php
(This is not an RIFC Production)

Midway Pictures Announces Premiere of Documentary Film "It's a Bash!"

PROVIDENCE, RI -- Midway Pictures, producers of the award-winning documentaries "You Must Be This Tall: The Story of Rocky Point Park" and "On the Lake: Life and Love in a Distant Place", announces the premiere of the documentary film "It's a Bash!" on April 30, 2010 at Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel in Providence, RI

The new documentary film is an in-depth look at seminal Rhode Island punk rock band Neutral Nation, and, by extension, of the Providence music scene. Neutral Nation were an active band in the music scene throughout the 1980s and early 1990s, releasing records, touring, and playing with other acts such as the Ramones, the Dead Milkmen and the Red Hot Chili Peppers before deciding to break up in 1993. The band has since played a series of well-attended and regarded reunion shows in the intervening years. The film explores the reasons behind the band's popularity in Rhode Island, their break-up, and why they subsequently continued to play music together.

"It's a Bash! isn't just about one band.", said David Bettencourt, the film's director. "It also takes a look at the many great people that helped to build a live music scene here in Providence. It's a film about being in a band."

The screening will be followed by a rare Neutral Nation live performance. "When we started the band the three goals were free beer, to meet girls, and be on the cover of The Attleboro Sun Chronicle weekender addition. Mission accomplished, and then some!", said Mike Yarworth, Neutral Nation's vocalist.

Tickets to the premiere and show are on sale now at http://www.lupos.com. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door. "It's a Bash!" then plays at the Cable Car Cinema in Providence, RI from May 2 - May 6.

About Midway Pictures:

Midway Pictures is an award-winning film production company based in Providence, RI. Midway Pictures productions have aired nationally on PBS stations and have played at several film festivals. Their first production, "You Must Be This Tall: The Story of Rocky Point Park", played to packed houses in 2007 and their second film, "On the Lake: Life and Love in a Distant Place" tackled the subject of turberculosis and was aired across the country on public television. "It's a Bash!" is their third film, and their first to not have a subtitle followed by a colon.

For more information, visit http://www.neutralnationmovie.com
email the director at mooka27@yahoo.com or call him at 401-451-3398.

David Bettencourt
Director/Producer
Midway Pictures, LLC
www.neutralnationmovie.com
www.rockypointmovie.com
www.behindthehedgerow.com
www.onthelakemovie.com
twitter.com/midwaypictures
(This is not an RIFC Production)

Premiere of the Final 2 Episodes of "The Circle"

Runic magic, zombie hordes, gas masks, dark fairies, and rocking action adventure - The Circle is BACK!

Midnight Premiere on Friday April 16th in Salomon 001
91 Waterman St, Providence, Rhode Island‎

Screening on Saturday April 17th at 8 pm in Hunter Auditorium
89 Waterman St, Providence, Rhode Island‎

There will also be a FREE screening of the first 3 Episodes at Midnight, Thursday the 15th, if you missed them and want to catch up with the story!
64 College St., Providence, RI, 02912

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Our story so far:
The world has fallen to hordes of twisted monsters known as Wickeds -- only the protective barrier of a great Circle of Power keeps the inhabitants of a military post and university safe. Sebille, a young girl raised in the embattled wasteland, arrives with the hopes of a life of peace -- but almost immediately she is sucked into a deadly game that threatens to doom the entire Circle. Hordes of Wickeds are massing at the walls, and the University withers as the Circle teeters on the edge of collapse. Only a beatific vision who calls herself the Queen seems to offer hope, but in order to find her, Sebille is going to have to venture…

Outside.

Tickets will be $7 at the door and $5 in advance. You can reserve your tickets online at thecirclefilm.com/tickets, or purchase your tickets at 76 Waterman Street (the J Walter Wilson building Lobby) from 10am-2pm on April thursday and friday of this week.

Desserts, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and DVDs of all 5 episodes will be on sale.

Check out thecirclefilm.com for previews!
(This is not an RIFC Production)

The Award Winning film Law & Disorder, is Being Moved to Veteran's Memorial Auditorium

Due to an overwhelming demand for tickets, the May 3rd benefit for the Tomorrow Fund, the Rhode Island premiere of the award winning film Law & Disorder, is being moved to Veteran's Memorial Auditorium.

There will be lots of excitement, flashbulbs, spotlights and stretch limousines at the Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium (VMA) Monday May 3, 2010 at 6:00 PM. That’s when local celebrities and hundreds of moviegoers will begin to arrive for the Rhode Island Premiere of Law & Disorder, the 2009 Pare Lorentz International Film Festival winner for “Best Feature Film.” Showtime is 7:30 PM and a portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to the Tomorrow Fund.

Johnston, Rhode Island’s Bobby Vigeant stars in this 90 minute comedy produced by Beaver Dam Productions, as John Isaac, the former Director of a Washington DC law firm whose irreverent spirit is denied entrance into Heaven and forced to live out eternity in his former place of employment. Vigeant, commuted to Washington for four months during production of the film. In addition to being a multi-talented actor, Vigeant is a filmmaker and highly respected personal trainer and lifestyle coach. According to Vigeant, “there's a tremendous amount of buzz about this event and ticket sales have exceeded our expectations. That’s the reason we moved it to the Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium. We are thrilled to be hosting the RI Premier of Law & Disorder following its two sold out performances in Washington DC. The people of Rhode Island will love this film and benefits for a good cause.” Vigeant will be appearing on the Buddy Cianci Show, WPRO 630 AM, April 16th at 2:30 PM to discuss the making of the film and give away tickets to the Premiere.

Vigeant is host and Executive Producer of his 60 minute television program, V.I.G. Lifestyle. He worked with Joe Rocco, former Channel 10 sportscaster and President of RocJo Productions, to produce this informative and compelling health and wellness program. A preview of V.I.G Lifestyle can be seen May 3rd before the screening of Law and Disorder. To see a preview of Law and Disorder, visit www.YouTube.com and search Law and Disorder promo video. Those attending the May 3rd premiere will have the opportunity to be extras in Vigeant’s upcoming project, a feature film currently in development, called Fed Up.
Vigeant co-stars in a reality TV show currently in production called Big Shots. Vigeant is one of six Rhode Islanders featured and the show is expected to air in 2011. Actors featured in Big Shots will be attending the premiere May 3rd.

Ticket prices for this event are $30 and include admission to the after party at the Waterplace Restaurant. Waterplace Restaurant is minutes from the VMA and complimentary food and beverages will be served.

Tickets can be purchased at the following locations:

Vmari.com
401.272.4862
Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium Box Office (VMA)
83 Park Street, Providence, RI
All Marra Restaurants (visit pinellimarrarestaurants.com for all locations)
At the Door (if available)
Celebrity Limousine Worldwide is offering a limited number of special premiere night packages at $20 per person, minimum of 10 per stretch limousine for the entire evening. Please visit www.celebritylimousineworldwide.com
(This is not an RIFC Production)

1st Annual New England Festival of Ibero-American Cinema

Providence, RI (March 31, 2010) --- The 1st Annual New England Festival of Ibero-American Cinema (NEFIAC) will be held Saturday September 18, 2010 through Saturday September 25, 2010 in Providence, RI. NEFIAC will be screening films at the Avon Cinema, the Cable Car Cinema, as well as various local University locations. Screenings in other cities in the area will include Cambridge, MA (Harvard Film Archives), New Haven, CT (Yale University), and Williamsburg, VA (William & Mary College).

The New England Ibero-American Film Festival (NEFIAC) is a ground breaking competitive film festival dedicated to the promotion of the Hispanic and Portuguese cultures through the exhibition and discussion of feature films, documentaries, shorts and animations, as well as through other artistic manifestations, produced in or about Latin America, Spain and Portugal.NEFIAC's mission is to link the rich academic knowledge available in the New England region to the community at large.

NEFIAC's Executive Director, José Torrealba, a filmmaker himself, has extensive experience in film festival organization (The Providence Latin American Film Festival, Montreal World Film Festival, CineBRAZIL at Brown), as well as in community relations. Under his leadership and as the Outreach Coordinator at the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies at Brown University, NEFIAC will be able to accomplish its principal educational goals and purposes:

· To encourage the appreciation and production of Latin American, Spanish and Portuguese cinema, both as an art form and as a medium of information and education, by means of showing and discussing films, giving lectures and creating debates on issues presented by specific films.

· To enrich and enliven the cultural resources of the New England community and to foster the understanding of Ibero-America by facilitating academic exchanges, conferences and direct access to Ibero-American and Latino filmmakers and artists.

A jury formed of industry professionals and academics will be selecting the winners of the cash awards offered under the different categories: Emerging Directors, Best Documentary film, Best Short and even a prize for Audience Award. A special program of Cuban cinema, Desde Cuba: New Cinema, will be screening its third edition during our event, premiering the newest Cuban independent productions of the year.

For more information or to keep up to date with our 2010 schedule of events, please visit our website www.nefiac.com and join our members' list. You can also come and share your ideas, thoughts and send suggestions of films you want us to bring to New England through our facebook page or follow us on twitter http://twitter.com
(This is not an RIFC Production)

From Your Head to the Screen: Writing a Winning Screenplay

The Rhode Island Film Collaborative (RIFC) presents:

Instructor: Jenn Dlugos

Everyone at some time or another has had an idea and said, "That would make a good movie!" This class is for anyone who dreams of making that dream a reality. The class will teach students how to make their idea marketable before they even write a word, craft compelling characters and dialogue, follow proper screenplay format, and make use of the advantages of a visual medium when crafting their story. The students will craft the Pitch-perfect one-minute pitch, and learn all the routes to get their script produced including the studio system, the indie market, and producing it themselves.

6 Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30pm, $270
April 20 through May 27, 2010 Classes held at Perishable Theatre, 95 Empire St, Providence RI (map)

Register online at www.rifcfilms.com (www.rifcfilms.com/education.aspx)

Jenn Dlugos is an award-winning screenwriter, winning awards for six screenplays (two shorts, four features) including the Francis Ford Coppola's American Zoetrope Competition, the Rhode Island International Film Festival, the Twin Rivers Media Festival, The Vine Entertainment Film Festival, the Kids First! film festival, the Feel Good Film Festival, The Beverly Hills Film Festival and the NYCMIDNIGHT Screenwriting Challenge. She was the screenwriter for the short film The Pitch for the 2007 Providence 48 Hour Film Project. The film won four awards, including 2nd Runner-up for Best of Providence, Audience Favorite and Best Twist Ending.

Her screenplay The Last Promise of Giles Corey is contracted by Firesite Films for their Historic Haunts & Legends of America series, and she is the screenwriter for Big Hope Films, a charity which helps disabled children realize their dream of making a film. Most recently, a producer in Seattle acquired the rights to her screenplay Followed, and she is making her documentary directing debut with a humorous documentary There She Is, Mrs. Massachusetts, which finished filming in Spring of 2009.

Her edgy humor won her the Shock Your Mama! humor writing competition, and she was recently published by Travelers' Tales in the book, Whose Panties Are These? and Chicken Soup for the Soul. In 2000, she published her first book, How to Survive a Small Town Without Being Trampled by a Cow.

Film/Video Production Workshop Coming to Boston

On May 7, 8 & 9, Tom Kane is bringing a three day Film Production Workshop to Boston. The Workshop will illustrate how to successfully plan, organize and manage a film or video production. This workshop is ideal for aspiring producers, production managers, assistant directors, screenwriters, actors, and anyone wishing to explore a career in film and video production. Beginners are welcome. A 25% discount is being offered to AFTRA and SAG members.
The workshop will be held at National Boston Studios, 115 Dummer St., Brookline. Log onto www.filmtvworkshops.com for more details and registration information. You may also email Tom Kane at tomjkane@mind.net.
(This is not an RIFC Production)