Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors and Raffle Prize Donors

We wanted to take a moment to thank the many generous sponsors and raffle prize donors who are making our upcoming fundraiser (see below) a reality.

Raffle Prizes will include:
A $250 coupon for rentals from RULE Broadcast
2 ACME Video memberships, including free rentals
$200 Gift certificate for cut, color makeover and product from Outdo Hair Studio in Providence
A gift certificate for Hairspray in Providence
Tickets to Perishable Theatre in Providence
4 all-access passes to theSENE Film, Music and Arts Festival (a $480 value)
Tickets to the Providence Bruins
Passes to Diamond Hill Vineyards
Cellini Jewelry gift certificate
Designs by Lolita glassware
Fat Belly's Pub gift certificates
Free classes in the RIFC Educational Program
Many thanks to all of these companies for their support!

Special thanks to:
Kay Studios
WRIK Entertainment
BIG NAZO
Raymond Norman Cooks!
Narragansett Breweries
Jared Magic
First Priority Media
Envision Technology Advisors
Michelle Lee Designs
Providence Roller Derby
RI Film and Television Office
RISCA

Volunteers Needed for the RIFC Black & White Party

We are still looking for additional volunteers for this event.

1. If you'd like to help decorate... we can't promise you'll get to use the lifts - but at the very least some glitter will enter your life. We'll be setting up Friday night December 3rd and Saturday afternoon before the event, and many hands make this fun work.

2. We're looking for volunteers at the event to handle the door, raffle tickets, coats, etc. Obviously, this would be in the evening on the 4th, and volunteers are allowed in free. We're expecting 2 hour-shifts!

3. Clean up. Nothing glamorous about this, but it's pretty quick and will feature pizza and great tunes! This happens Sunday afternoon, the 5th.

If any of that sounds good, please email Michelle at placegleason@rifcfilms.com and she'll get you on the list!

Casting Call for Female Lead

in "The Unproductive" - Sat, 11/20, 10:00am - 1:00pm (Cranston, RI)

Providence Lyceum is holding an open casting call for its upcoming short film, "The Unproductive."

Who: Non-union women ages 21-50 for lead role.

When: Saturday, November 20, 10:00am - 1:00pm.

Where: The 989 Project, 989 Reservoir Ave, Suite 3, Cranston, RI 02910

Please bring a current headshot and resume. There will be a cold read, monologues are optional. The film is tentatively scheduled to shoot December 4, 5, and 6.

Rhode Island Web Series "Clean Livin'" Debuts

Independently Produced Rhode Island Web Series, Clean Livin’, Debuts Second Season.
The original web series CLEAN LIVIN’, turns the world of contract killing on its ear. This character driven, off-color, dark comedy series explores the lives of two hitmen, Bobby and Vinnie, as they “execute” some of the less glamorous aspects of their chosen profession.

Bobby Barcerelli (Joe Siriani) juggles being a small business owner, devoted family man and loving husband; all the while secretly working as one half of Rhode Island’s mostly deadly contract killing duo. On the other side of the coin is Vinnie Viviani (Greg Paul), a third generation quote unquote Family Man, who hasn’t quite gotten his life together; or out of his mothers’ basement for that matter.

It’s not all bullets, blood stains and body bags in the lives of Vinnie and Bobby. Clean Livin’ explores the everyday slice of life challenges and minor mysteries. Like; why does all good Polish food end in that long “iee” sound? Whether or not HDTV is really a scam? How do you make one roll of toilet paper last three months?

With the arrival of Clean Livin’ Season Two there's no time for laying about, with pressing work to be done, Vinnie and Bobby answer the call. Each in their own way of course…

Clean Livin’ Season Two consists of nine episodes, debuted on Nov. 1st , 2010 with new episodes being release every other week.

Clean Livin – The Call (Season Two Episode 1 ) - There's no time for laying about, with pressing work to be done Vinnie and Bobby answer the call. Each in their own way of course.
Clean Livin – Short and Stout (Season Two Episode 2) - And.. They're off! Vinnie and Bobby that is, as they race to get a handle on the "Tony" thing. It's looking to be a whole song and dance production to get this taken care of... But it sure beats babysitting.

New Clean Livin’ episodes (as well as Season One, Specials and the Clean Livin’ side series On Point) can all be viewed at the Clean Livin’ website: http://www.cleanlivinonline.com .

Clean Livin, created by Dave Borges and Eric Lebow of Endless Spectrum Studios is written, independently produced and filmed in Rhode Island using local talent and recourses.
(This is not an RIFC Production)

I am looking for two young talented people:

This comes to us from Hilary Markoe:

1. A person who can create "content" for our clients (medical field) which will run on television screens in their waiting rooms. This would need to be somebody who could take client content, stills, clips from non-profit sources and other content and pull together a video that could loop. This would need to be somebody who could take art direction from us, and help us fill in the blanks to deliver something to the client that exceeds their expectations. We are looking for somebody who could work independently on a freelance basis.

2. The second person I am looking for is somebody who has a creative streak to produce cool Flash animations/videos. This person would need to have a good eye for detail, be able to work using our creative direction and who could deliver consistently great little films on flash. The content of these videos would vary -- we have a lot of clients in different areas who need this talent. We would want somebody who could create these on a freelance basis.

If you can refer somebody to me, great. If not, please let me know and I will keep searching.

Thank you!

Hilary Summer Markoe
Senior Production Manager

235 Promenade Street - Suite 535
Providence, Rhode Island 02908

M: 401.486.4615

Tribeca All Access Call For Submissions

Tribeca All Access (TAA) is a year round networking and career development program of the Tribeca Film Institute (TFI) that supports the work of directors and screenwriters from traditionally under-represented communities within the industry.

In 2011, TAA will provide grants of $10, 000 to ten exceptional filmmakers working in narrative and documentary film. Selected participants will be offered one-on-one meetings with key industry players, targeted networking events, dedicated panels and comprehensive workshops during the Tribeca Film Festival.

Tribeca All Access is open to both mid-career and emerging narrative and documentary filmmakers. Applicants are required to submit a completed feature-length screenplay, documentary proposal, or documentary work-in-progress and must have at least one qualifying screenwriter or director attached. Projects may be of any subject matter, genre, or budget range.

This year, TAA will extend its year-round programming and support for alumni by awarding over $25,000 in grants and fellowships along with industry cultivation initiatives for past TAA projects in development or new works by program alumni.

The Tribeca All Access program is a recognized talent pool within the industry and an unrivaled opportunity to advance your filmmaking career.

Apply Now! Deadline is Monday, December 8, 2010.

We will be holding an open info session at the Cantor Film Center, 36 E. 8th Street, NYC on Wednesday, November 17 at 6:30pm. Rsvptaa1@tribecafilminstitute.org.

Web www.tribecafilminstitute.org/taa /
(This is not an RIFC Production)

CRANSTON TO HOST PREMIERE OF “GOTTA FIND BARRY”

Contact: Rich Camp, Director
1640 Pippin Orchard Road
Cranston, RI 02921
401-487-2378 PH
hello@richcamp.me

GOTTA FIND BARRY is an independent feature comedy filmed in Rhode Island by Rhode Islanders Rich Camp, Frank Iacobucci, Matt Zuena, John DeCorpo, and Joe Agresti. The film will show at 8PM on Saturday, November 20, 2010 at the newly renovated Park Cinema in Cranston as a one year anniversary of the reopening.

Cast and crew will be on hand to greet guests at the screening of the feature-length film, made on a shoestring budget. The story follows two grave digging best friends who break into a haunted mansion to find their dead best friend's ghost in order to hang out with him one last time. The film features a varied cast of Rhode Island natives.

With the kind help of the Cranston Historical Society, the film features the historical 1800's Sprague Mansion located in Cranston, RI. For their help and support of the film, information and the opportunity to donate to the Cranston Historical Society will be available the night of the show.

Tickets, which are $10 each, can be purchased at www.richcampent.com or at the door. The film is appropriate for audiences over the age of 15.
(This is not an RIFC Production)

"Complex World" Returns

20 years after its unprecedented three and one half month run there, the feature comedy Complex World (aka It's a Complex World) will return to the Cable Car Cinema in Providence on November 5th and 6th, for two shows a night. The film, which was shot at the original Lupo's Heartbreak Hotel, stars Daniel von Bargen and the late Captain Lou Albano, and features performances by the comedy rock band The Young Adults, Roomful of Blues, NRBQ, and Stanley Matis, who has been called the world's most politically incorrect folksinger. Stanley will be performing a short set at the Cable Car following each screening. There will be an ongoing after-party each night at the Wild Colonial, a nearby club.

In addition the screenings, the producers are releasing a DVD containing both the theatrical version of the film and an earlier, rough cut, featuring a number of scenes not included in the final cut. The DVD will be available for purchase at the Cable Car and The Wild Colonial at a special premiere price of $15.

After its first Cable Car run Complex World, had a national theatrical release and a subsequent video release that was cut short by a law suit filed by the producers against the film's distributor. Since then the film has attracted a cult following through VHS copies available on line.
Proceeds from ticket and DVD sales will be donated to the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Fund in memory of Carolyn Forest and to Advocates in Action, a self advocacy group for the developmentally disabled in memory of Charlie Thompson.

Showings of the film are 7pm and 9pm on Friday, November 5th and Saturday, November 6th at the Cable Car Cinema, 204 South Main Street, Providence, RI.

This is not an RIFC Production

Seeking Positions for "The Perfect Day for a Picnic"

The RIFC is looking to fill the following positions for its upcoming short, "The Perfect Day for a Picnic."
Production Manager
Responsibilities: Keep project on schedule and on budget. In charge of hiring key staff and dept heads. Oversee day to day operations of the production.

Locations Manager
Responsibilities: Find, obtain and maintain all shooting locations of the production.

Interested parties should send their resume to Productions@RIFCfilms.com
Production Schedule is as follows with approximately four shooting days.

Pre Production: November 1st - 30th
Production: December 1st - 14th
Post Production: December 7th to February 11th

ALL positions on this project are for credit only. Meals will be provided.

Nicholas Delmenico
The 989 Project
989 Reservoir Ave, Suite 3
Cranston, RI 02910

401.943.3996 (office)
401.345.9002 (office mobile)
nick@the989project.com

Monthly Local Short Film Showcase

Brooklyn Coffee and Tea House in PROVIDENCE, RI (not NY) hosts a monthly Local Short Film Showcase on their projection screen, on the first Thursday of every month. Next showcase is this coming Thursday, November 4th at 7:30pm. The following showcase is December 2nd. Audience members also welcome! Come on down to support local filmmakers and have a great time in a relaxed atmosphere. The Coffee House address is 209 Douglas Avenue, Providence, RI. Free on street parking.

Email Mike Messier at mikemessiershow@yahoo.com to see how to get involved.
(This is not an RIFC Production)

M.E.S. Productions Seeks Sound Editor

M. E. S. Productions seeks sound editor/designer for 30 minute film "His Take On Her". We are looking for someone who has a variety of skills in post production sound. Expertise in cleaning up dialogue and sound mixing most important.

Pay based on experience - negotiable.

"His Take On Her" is a dark romantic comedy.
Logline: Conflict arises when an aspiring but gullible film director romances a seemingly suicidal poet/actress.

Contact John Devault at tluaved.nhoj@gmail.com
Facebook: John Spencer Devault
(This is not an RIFC Production)

BEHIND THE HEDGEROW DVD NOW ON SALE

This comes to us from G. Wayne Miller:

NEWPORT, R.I. –– Filmmakers G. Wayne Miller and David Bettencourt will celebrate the release of the DVD of their hit movie BEHIND THE HEDGEROW: Eileen Slocum and the Meaning of Newport Society with the first big-screen showing of the new director’s cut at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 14, at the Jane Pickens Theater.

The feature-length documentary premiered in August to critical acclaim and packed audiences as the opening-night feature of the 2010 Rhode Island International Film Festival and went on to a four-week run at Pickens. The DVD version is a new and longer cut of the documentary, containing scenes that were not in the original movie.
“Following the premiere, we returned to the editing booth to see if we could improve the movie,” said Miller, “and we found that we could. Audiences wanted more about Bailey’s Beach and more about Eileen, especially her engagement to John Jacob Astor VI, ‘richest bachelor on the world,’ and this cut delivers that –– and more.”
The deluxe DVD also includes bonus footage of interviews with prominent members of Newport Society, including film favorites Elizabeth “Boop” Blake and Hugh D. “Yusha” Auchincloss III, stepbrother of Jackie Kennedy Onassis, among others. These interviews, available nowhere else, are a rich contribution to Newport history.
BEHIND THE HEDGEROW received four stars from The Providence Journal, and was called “shockingly refreshing and funny” by Newport Mercury, “daringly intimate” by Newport Patch, “fascinating” by WRNI 102.7 FM/NPR Morning Edition and “don’t miss” by Rhode Island Monthly.

Writer Miller and director Bettencourt will attend the Nov. 14 screening at Pickens along with associate producer Calvin Miller and answer questions afterwards. Members of the Slocum family may also attend. Ticket-buyers will also receive a copy of the DVD, all for the same price. Ticket information is available at www.janepickens.com The theater is located at 49 Touro Street, Newport, 02840.

The HEDGEROW director’s cut DVD with bonus footage is available now and may also be ordered online at http://www.behindthehedgerow.com/purchase.php

BEHIND THE HEDGEROW is the second title from Eagle Peak Media, the production company founded in 2008 by Miller and Bettencourt. ON THE LAKE, EPM’s first title, premiered in February 2009 and has been broadcast in PBS markets across America. It was nominated for an Emmy by the New England chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.

For more, visit www.behindthehedgerow.com or www.EaglePeakMedia.com

G. Wayne Miller

Partner, producer, writer
www.EaglePeakMedia.com
www.BehindTheHedgerow.com
(This is not an RIFC Production)