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Growing Momentum to Bolster Film Incentives in Maine

By Cameron Bonsey
Lea Giradin speaks to members of the Maine film community in December 2008.

Blogger and film advocate Cameron Bonsey gives a personal take on the roadblocks and opportunities to attracting more film production to Maine.

Maine hasn’t had a major film production since Empire Falls dropped 13.6 million into its economy in 2003, stimulating and invigorating small Maine towns like Waterville and Skowhegan.

In 2006, with the work of the Maine Film Office, the Film Commission and film industry advocates Barney Martin and myself, Maine passed its current modest incentives. Those incentives proved to be too small to make a difference and have had no impact in bringing additional productions to Maine.

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Industry News - January 2009

By Erin Trahan
Actors Michael Chen and Crystal Chiu, shooting a scene from Children of Invention.

Sundance helps film people look ahead, RI and CT start production coalitions, RIIFF and Coolidge name new staff, and more... the January 2009 report of industry news, festivals, and happenings.

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Animator / Motion Graphics / Graphic Artist

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The Moon Under Glass the newest feature film from Ellipsis Entertainment is looking for an animator / graphic artist to complete a few pieces for the film. We need about four or five pieces to be placed into the film. Some are freestanding and some need be layered onto of existing video. A couple examples are twinkling stars and a large, full sun setting. We have a very unique script and the film is incredibly visual. It's an exciting project. This film was completely self-funded, so unfortunately this position is non-paying.

Contact Details: Jeremy Collins Ellipsis Entertainment jeremy@ellipsisent Website

BOSTON CINEMA CENSUS 8 CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS NOW OPEN!!

Unpaid (Union & Non-Union)

Central Productions is proud to announce its open call for submissions to the 8th Annual Boston Cinema Census (BCC) hosted by the Brattle Theatre. The BCC is a carefully curated annual showcase of the most interesting and innovative works produced by local emerging filmmakers, whether they are students, professionals, struggling artists, or film enthusiasts.
VISIT WWW.BOSTONCINEMACENSUS.ORG FOR FULL SUBMISSION DETAILS!!
Central Productions - www.centralproductions.org

Contact Details: Mike Bowes Central Productions 617-842-6372 bcc@centralproductions.org Website

Seeking Cinematographer/Camera Op for a short film

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Seeking Dir. of Photography and a Camera Operator for a short film to be filmed sometime this winter in a greater Portland area.
The film will be shot in HDV format(Canon XH-A1), will be lit by an ARRI Softbank IV kit with additional accessories. Filming will be done outside and inside. Some of the inside locations are tight, therefore, we need someone who is inventive and quick on his feet.
Please send me a scene that you've worked on, rather than a reel, if possible.
email lionsgraphics@yahoo.com if you're interested or have any
questions.

Contact Details: Tim - lionsgraphics@yahoo.com lionsgraphics@yahoo.com

Seeking male actor (21-35 y.o.) for the lead role in the short film

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Seeking young male actor for the lead role in the short film.
21-35 y.o. Any ethnicity. The male character is borderline schizophrenic and is captured by someone who is related to him, causing him to have extreme delusions.
Filming will be done in greater Portland area.
email lionsgraphics@yahoo.com if you're interested or have any
questions.

Contact Details: Tim - lionsgraphics@yahoo.com lionsgraphics@yahoo.com

Needed: Graphic Designer / Illustrator

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Looking for a graphic designer / animator to create a few pieces for a film in post-production. Very visual film shot in New Hampshire and Mass. Film will get heavy exposure in the festival scene and more. Great exposure and an excellent addition to a portfolio. If interested, email jeremy@ellipsisent.com with preferably a piece of your work attached or linked. Thank you.

Contact Details: Jeremy Collins Ellipsis Entertainment jeremy@ellipsisent Website

Help me learn the HVX200 and FireStore 100?

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I have purchased the HVX200 with the Firestore 100, but could use some help in using it. I do not have the P2 cards, only the FireStore.
Anyone familiar with this camera? Starting in Jan. I will also be looking for a DP that is familiar with this camera to shoot some interviews around the Boston area.
Thanks!

Contact Details: Lawrence Ferrara Blue Umbrella Productions Blueumbrellaprod@aol.com

Actor 13-18 for Male role in Emerson College Short Film

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13-18 year old male actor sought for short film about French foreign exchange student living in America.
Role is for Alex, the younger brother, who is in love with the French girl living with him.
Shoot dates are scheduled for December 12, 13 and 14 2008. Location is in Randolph, MA. Transportation reimbursed.
For more information or to schedule a reading please contact Brian Moore at brian@brianmooremedia.com or 414-702-7426.

Contact Details: Brian Moore Brian Moore Media (414) 702-7426 brian@brianmooremedia.com

Producer Wanted!

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Independent film company in Cambridge MA is seeking to contract a experienced Fund Raiser to raise funding for a Media Campaign to prevent suicide (Please visit www.whymovement.com)This is a way to help educate our youth and more importantly help save a life.
The position's salary is a 15% commission of the raised budget. as well 2% back end gross.
Ideal candidate's qualifications and employment history should contain sales and/or fund raising positions, strong finance background

Contact Details: Destin Velez Never Say Never Entertainment, LLC 617-208-3951 whymovement@gmail.com Website

31 Mole Richardson Film and Television Studio Lights Available!

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These lights are a great deal in excellent shape. We are happy to sell one or all. Prices are negotiable (especially if you want to buy bulk), and they are a great way to start off your lighting package. Please write or call with any questions or if you'd like photos, we'd be glad to tell you all about them. You can reach Brandon at (978) 846-0181 or at brandon@fastlights.com.
(6) Mole Richardson 8" Junior Solarspot Type 4281 2000W Max.
(14) Mole Richardson Baby Solarspot Type-407 1000W Max.
(3) Mole Richardson 8" Cool Redhead Solarspot Type 5291, 2000W Max.

Contact Details: Brandon Meadows FastLights.com 978-846-0181 brandon@fastlights.com Website

Editor

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Editor needed.
Please send your information to Mike Wilson at MTWilson@shinkenproductions.com or Shiona Heru at Shiona.Heru@shinkenproductions.com. Low pay but credit.

Contact Details: Mike Wilson or Shiona Heru Shinken Productions 401-751-0914 Shiona.Heru@shinkenproductions.com Website

Brazilian Portuguese Female voice talent for phone prompts

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Our client is looking for a female Brazilian Portuguese voice talent to record a series of voice prompts for a phone system. Location is in the greater Boston area, or surrounding towns. Compensation to be discussed. Must be able to provide quality voice samples. Voice samples due by Monday November 24th.
Please respond to:
aowen@ricintl.com

Contact Details: RIC International 617-621-0940 ext 181 Website

Writer wanted that has a scriptural writing ability !

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Looking for a driven writer that could take a story and turn it to a Oscar Screen Play. This is your time to shine as a writer
You will be giving the opportunity to be apart of a movement that will change our nation and save our youth.
Please be able to start ASAP and meet deadlines....
A scriptural connection with the bible is most helpful for we will be challenging what has been our guide to life for 100's of years.
this will be a 4 feature opportunity ... think Adam and Eve meets suicide.. with a Saw filming style..

Contact Details: Destin Velez Never Say Never Entertainment, LLC 617-208-3951 whymovement@gmail.com Website

Speculating on Five Feature Length Screenplays

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ACID TONGUE is an urban thriller about a strip club bartender struggling to cope with intense feelings of rage and disillusionment. In the mold of NAKED or TAXI DRIVER.
THE BALANCING GAME is a story of two psychiatrists & two rivals. Their rivalry is completely one-sided until one fateful night changes everything. This is a dark, perverse, devious story with shades of Stanley Kubrick and Samuel Beckett.
THE INFILTRATORS is an unconventional horror film with an important message about this country’s red state vs. blue state mentality.

Contact Details: Peter Matsoukas Rockscar Films peter@rockscarfilms.com Website

Across The Line

Producer: 
Mario Colucci
Director of Photography: 
Derek Scott
Production Company: 
Green Monster Films
Writer: 
Marc Powers
Director: 
Marc Powers
Cast: 
Tim Gato, Joe Conforti, Michael A. Coppola, Jorge Lopes...
Year of Release: 
2007
Filming Locations: 
Dover, N.H., Kittery and N. Berwick, ME
Plot/Description: 
A Miami Vice inspired Crime/Drama.
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Distributor: 
Green Monster Films
Contact Person: 
Marc Powers
Posted Email: 
Marc@GreenMonsterFilms.com
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Seeking young female actor for the supporting role in the short film.

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Seeking young female actor for the supporting role in the short film.
18-30 y.o. Any ethnicity. The female character is caught between two men. One of them is trying to make sense of it all, despite tragic consequences.
Compensation, monetary (it's a low budget production) and food.
email lionsgraphics@yahoo.com if you're interested or have any questions. Also available a footage reel / quick teaser of what's already been shot.

Contact Details: Tim, lionsgraphics@yahoo.com Cerebellum productions lionsgraphics@yahoo.com

ISO female blond actresses for short

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FreezeFrame Photography has a client ISO three actresses for upcoming
short.
18-22 yo blond petite female waitress daughter
25-35 yo blond female will play mistress dressed trendy and bleached
blond hair
45-50 yo blond female stylist wife and mother. Classy woman
who's been married since her late teens/early twenties. classy
dresser...Talbot's type. Very put together.
this short is about the wife confronting the mistress in a coffee
shop. Filming mid-Dec in Portland.
Compensation COPY and FOOD.
email deb@freezeframephotography.com with headshots and resume.

Contact Details: Deb Strout FreezeFrame Photography 207-318-9072 deb@freezeframephotography.com

ACTORS NEEDED! EMERSON COLLEGE BA FILM

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John-Caucasian. Mild Mannered midaged man, tired of life, looks for a way out by killing his family. The role demands versatility as the character moves from average Joe to psychotic killer. Requires combat choreography and stamina
Carol-Caucasian middle aged female. Typical Mom. Demands a lot for her children and is highly irritating to her husband. She has an Annette Benning sense of humor. Requires physical action.

Contact Details: Anna McCarthy (Casting Director) Anna McCarthy Casting for "On A Dark and Snowy Night" (914)424-2300 Anna_McCarthy@emerson.edu

Industry News - November 2008

By Erin Trahan
Soldiers line up in Maryanne Galvin's documentary, Interrogate This.

NewEnglandFilm.com relaunches, Ruff Cutz, MassVOTE's Eye on Democracy Video Contest and more... the November 2008 report of industry news, festivals, and happenings.

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NATIONAL COLLEGE AUDIENCE looking for entertaining videos

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Toggin is an exciting, new site full of college students from across the nation using our message forums and meeting place features. We recently added a video section that allows for ratings, comments (on our extensive message boards) and "fan" accumulation.
Toggin is looking for entertaining videos for our national college audience with the possibility of creating a regular series for the most popular videos.

Contact Details: Andrea Sherr www.Toggin.cm (248) 762-4321 AJSherr@comcast.net Website

Sound Operator/AC Needed

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Art21, inc. is hiring a sound recordist for a one-to-three day shoot in Sedgwick and Trescott, ME. in early November. We produce a PBS documentary series about contemporary artists. Must have 5+ years experience as an audio operator; based in Maine (familiarity with Sedgwick and Trescott a plus); willingness to function within a small documentary production crew. If interested please send resume, sound kit details and rates to Larissa Nikola-Lisa at larissa@art21.org. No phone calls please.

Contact Details: Larissa Nikola art21,Inc. larissa@art21.org Website

The Inaugural Bangor Film Festival and 28-Eighty Film Shootout

By Cameron Bonsey
The short that inspired a festival.

Television producer and Maine blogger Cameron Bonsey shares his experience as a judge and panelist at Bangor, ME’s first-ever film festival.

Josh and Seth Gass are young independent filmmakers who grew up in Bangor, ME and moved to Los Angeles to pursue their dream of producing movies.  They established the Shadow Puppets Entertainment company and produced their first feature film, The Mushing Mill (2004), for $100,000 in and around the city of Bangor. 

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Industry News January 2008

By Cameron Bonsey
Governments have secrets?  So says "Secrecy", premiering this month at Sundance.

Boston Society of Film Critics will host its first-ever awards ceremony, Sundance welcomes another crew of New England filmmakers, and Lowe Road Productions starts closing in on Romeo, thanks to collaboration between filmmaker moms... A report of news & happenings in the local industry for January 2008.

This Just In

Actors Mick Hoegen and Fran Richmond, co-chairs of the Boston AFTRA/SAG Independent Film Committee (a sub-committee of the Boston AFTRA/SAG Organizing Committee) will take questions on breaking into the indie film scene as an actor at a free discussion on January 8th, 7 pm, at the Borders book store in Providence Place.   Hosted by Toni Pennacchia of spoileralertradio.com and Adam Short, RIIFF's producing director.   

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Morality and Mortality in One Long Shot

By Cameron Bonsey
The Execution of Solomon Harris

Screening this month at Sundance, New England natives Wyatt Garfield and Ed Yonaitis's narrative short, The Execution of Solomon Harris, focuses on one man’s dilemma when a power failure occurs while a prisoner is in the electric chair.

The initial inspiration for The Execution of Solomon Harris came from an actual time when a circuit blew during an electric chair execution.  In the real event, the guards had to restore power to the chair to carry out the sentence.  Hearing about it made Ed Yonaitis wonder:  Is there a right or wrong way that someone should be put to death?  And who are we to decide? 

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Maine Money

By Sarah Katz

Maine Film and Video Association presents a forum on "Financing for Film and Video Production Business Ventures" and offers filmmakers some essential advice.

"People get into business because they love doing it, they’re passionate about the act of filmmaking... but they don’t have the business background and I think if you’re not putting equal attention on becoming business savvy you’re crippling your opportunity to succeed in what you really love." (Kate Arno; the Director of Training and Communication at the Maine Small Business Development Center)

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LEF Foundation Launches New Fund for Filmmakers

By Devon Damonte
The LEF Foundation gave a grant to the Center of Independent Documentary for the film A Loaded Gun: A Search for Emily Dickinson

Lyda Kuth, Director of LEF Foundation New England, talks about a new source of funding for local filmmakers -- the Moving Image Fund Initiative.

A family foundation with offices in Cambridge, MA and St. Helena, CA, the LEF Foundation began awarding grants in 1985 to visual, media and performing arts projects focusing on AIDS advocacy, the urban and natural environment, and critical community needs. LEF Foundation primarily supports projects with a strong presence in California and New England, and also considers relevant proposals outside these regions. In New England, LEF has become known for its strong support of film and video projects and media arts read more...

Industry News

By Justin Ordman
Locally-produced film "Jucio" will screen as part of the Roxbury Film Festival.

A report of news & events in the local industry for August 2001.

Email news to news@newenglandfilm.com

Film Festivals

The Woods Hole Film Festival continues through August 4th, 2001 in Woods Hole, Massachusetts. The festival places special emphasis on regional filmmakers. For more information about the festival, please call 617-347-0316, e-mail woho32aol.com, or visit http://www.woodsholefilmfestival.com.

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Movies Mid-Maine

By Sandy MacDonald
"Daughters of the Sun" is one of the international films to screen at this year's Maine International Film Festival.

Maine isn't only famous for Stephen King and cold weather. Filmmaking is alive and well at the 2001 Maine International Film Festival.

Lacking the built-in touristic draw of a Nantucket or Newport, modest Waterville, Maine -- a college town in the state’s interior -- relies instead on a cadre of indie-minded aficionados to mount the Maine International Film Festival. Initiated in 1998 by local cinema lovers Ken Eisen and Alan Sanborn, who run the Railroad Square Cinema year-round, "MIFF," as it’s known, drew 4,000 viewers last year, not just from Maine, but from 26 states and nine foreign countries. "People often wonder, 'Why read more...