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June 2004

Paradise Lost?

By Sara Faith Alterman
Laurel Greenberg filmming "Trouble in Paradise."
Laurel Greenberg discusses her new documentary, "Trouble in Paradise," which explores the state of Florida in the aftermath of the 2000 presidential election, and those who felt burned by the Sunshine State.

INside Edition

By Ellen Mills
On the set of "The INdustry."
Boston TV producer Kathryn Shehade debuts a new series called "The INdustry," which offers a behind-the-scenes look at the stress, sweat and sometimes tears of those who make it all happen in the entertainment field.

Industry News

By Melinda Green
Matthew Temple's "Senses of Place" premieres at the Lake Placid Film Festival this month.
A report of news & happenings in the local industry for June 2004.

Star of the City

By Michele Meek
The first Danish computer animation film, "Terkel in Trouble" served up a new twisted twist on the traditionally kid's format.
NewEnglandFilm.com reports from the 2004 Tribeca Film Festival which showcased an eclectic group of Hollywood premieres, indie giants and undiscovered gems.

Leaving Los Angeles

By Emily Lysaght
Steven Feinberg.
Writer/Producer Steven Feinberg leaves Hollywood and comes back to Rhode Island to head up the state's film office, hoping to merge the two vastly different film worlds into a filmmaker’s dream-come-true.

Festival Favorites

By Mattias Frey
A still from "Flowers & Garnet."
Reviews of the outstanding films from the 2004 Independent Film Festival of Boston.

Success Story

By Randy Steinberg
Christian Bale in "The Machinist."
Read about local filmmaker Brad Anderson's latest film "The Machinist," which stars Christian Bale and Jennifer Jason Leigh and screens at Nantucket Film Festival this month.

Sound Design, Part II

By Chris AndersonLearn the fundamentals of sound design in the conclusion of this series about sound design -- including how (and why) to fix it before the mix.

Small State, Big Story

By Desiree Seeman
Buddy Cianci on the campaign trail in 1994.  (Cianci Archives)
Controversial politics. Five years in the pen. And yet, still Providence’s sweetheart. Cherry Arnold’s film "Buddy: An American Story" promises to be a fascinating account of the legendary mayor whose character, charisma and actions dwarf the tiny state of Rhode Island.