Local Industry

In an attempt to present a balanced budget, Massachusetts Governor proposes to cap the film tax incentives that have brought numerous big-budget productions to the state, created jobs and fostered local businesses.

In bad economic times, tax credits can be the first things to go, but is Rhode Island giving a fair shot to the film industry?

Locals at the Academy Awards, a bevy of festivals, how Massachusetts can develop a successful future in show business, and a rare opportunity to have your film independently reviewed - news & happenings in the local industry for March 2010.

Help for Haiti, proposed cuts to the state film tax credits, upcoming screenings, and opportunities for filmmakers - news & happenings in the local industry for February 2010. See how you can protest state film tax credits.

When Mullen/Kalivoda Casting (M/K Casting), an established Florida-based company arrived in Boston a few months ago, they never anticipated the mini-firestorm of debate that greeted them. At the center of the debate was a $25 fee that M/K Casting was charging at the open calls they were holding. NewEnglandFilm.com talks to them and several other casting directors across the country to help gain insight into what actors should look for when registering with a casting company.

Writer/director Andy Mitton discusses YELLOWBRICKROAD, a feature horror film en route to Slamdance.

Think the studio scene is DOA in New England? Don't pack your bags for Hollywood just yet. Here's a status report on each of the studios planned for the region.

Screenings, festivals, and opportunities for documentary filmmakers - news & happenings in the local industry for January 2010.

Holiday parties, one studio project falls flat while another resurrects, and more -- a report of news & happenings in the local industry for December 2009.

Filmmaker Liz Canner takes on the "strange science of female pleasure" and how the pharmaceutical companies hope to capitalize on it in her documentary, Orgasm, Inc.

The Learning Lab Series at Rule/Boston Camera Film Rental provides a valuable and free resource for the local filmmaking community.

DocumentaryTech aims to be a focal point for aspiring documentary filmmakers, both new and seasoned.

In a downward economy, grant funding for Massachusetts filmmakers still exist. Dan Blask of the Massachusetts Cultural Council offers some advice.

Filmmakers Bobby Scali and Ted Sherman unveil their short film featuring the talents of 40 local SAG actors.

Boston College students mark anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, “Killer” film festivals all month long, LEF Foundation Moving Image Fund grants $20,000 to local filmmakers and more… A report of news & happenings in the local industry for November 2009.

Larry Nott - a man whose life goal is to be the best production assistant he can be.

Boston Jewish Film Festival volunteer Maddy Kadish gives an inside-out look at a Boston institution.

The Vermont Film and Media Coalition's Dan Mazur fights to lure filmmakers to the Green Mountain State.

Massachusetts cinematographer Trace Douglas discusses director/cinematographer relations.

As of October 15th, Erin Trahan will be stepping down as the editor of NewEnglandFilm.com's monthly magazine in order to serve as the interim executive director of Independent Media Productions (IMP), the nonprofit organization that oversees publication of www.independent-magazine.org.

State budget woes force Mass Cultural Council to cut programs, Williamstown Film Festival rolls in, calls for entries galore and more… A report of news & happenings in the local industry for October 2009.

This summer, Grown-Ups, The Fighter, Furry Vengeance, The Town, Zookeeper, and Wichita all set up shop in Massachusetts. With the high demand on casting agencies and actors, how is the system faring?

NAMAC presented opportunities to connect and re-connect -- Erin Trahan reports from the field.

The Online New England Film Festival goes live, the Coolidge Corner Theatre brings back Talk Cinema, Images Cinema exhibits animal art for a cause and more… A report of news & happenings in the local industry for September 2009.

How to contact your local state legislators in New England to emphasize the necessity to maintain or create filmmaking tax credits.

Film professional David J. Garfield is at home on every side of the camera; last month he premiered The Suitcase in Boston.

Southie native Jay Giannone breaks out with his first film, the audience award-winning "Diamond in the Rough."

LEF New England announces grant deadlines, calls for “awesomeness” sound (with a cash reward), RIIFF takes over Rhode Island, and more… the August 2009 report of industry news, festivals and happenings.

In the first of a two-part series, editor Mike Sullivan investigates how Boston’s Avid and Final Cut Pro user groups find common ground in tumultuous times.

The beginning of summer means festivals, festivals, and – you guessed it – more festivals; Connecticut and Maine film industries struggle; and more… the July 2009 report of industry news and happenings.