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MONTH AT A GLANCE
Friday, May 2 from 6-9pm | IFP First Friday Booth
Monday, May 5 from 7-9pm | Monthly Screenwriters Group
Saturday, May 10 from 7-10pm | Benefit for Laura & Doug Durant
Saturday, May 17 from 10am-4pm | May Filmmaker Workshop: Cinematography
Saturday, May 17 from 11am-12:30pm | May Membership Orientation
Friday, May 23 from 5:30-10pm | May Cinema Lounge & Happy Hour
FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Dear IFP/PHX members and newsletter subscribers:
Three seemingly unrelated items are in my letter to you this month. One deals with the state of the state, one is a networking opportunity and one is a benefit for one of our own. What they all three have in common is that they deal with our “Community.” Our community continues to grow and flourish and as we add new ways to get connected, folks outside of Phoenix have taken notice. And even as we grow, we still need to take time out for individuals that need us.
We’ve added a new website to the IFP Phoenix family. It’s a social networking site that works much like MySpace, but it’s just for IFP Phoenix. You can create a profile, upload videos and photos, join groups and more. Check it out and join today at: http://ifpphx.ning.com/. This is where the Screenwriters Group will now be posting their monthly competition scripts and where you’ll be able to network directly with people to join crews and casts.
As I mentioned, folks outside of Arizona have taken notice of us. The Hollywood Reporter had a special section: "Arizona is becoming an ideal film and TV location." For the full article, click here.
And lastly, I am asking for your help. Throughout the years you have seen Laura Durant’s name in this newsletter and her face at numerous events. She has done a great deal for IFP Phoenix and the film and theatre communities here. Her husband, Doug, has been quietly battling leukemia for the past three years. After his most recent round of chemotherapy, he developed serious infection and was hospitalized. In spite of insurance, medical expenses continue to mount.
There will be a benefit performance of "1950's Malt Shop Revisited" on May 10 and we ask you to please purchase a ticket and attend and bid on items at the silent auction. If you are unable to attend, please contact Dustin Leighton, theartistsden@mac.com, to make a donation by check or cash. If you’d like to send a gift card to Sprouts, Walgreens, WalMart or American Express, you can mail them to: IFP/PHX, Laura and Doug Durant, 1700 N 7th Avenue #250, Phoenix, AZ 85007. For details about the event and more information, please click here.
Thank you for being a part of this community.
Warm Regards,
Amanda Melby, Executive Director
MEMBERSHIP NEWS
Come join us on the new IFP/PHX community: http://ifpphx.ning.com/
Post videos, photos, blogs, forums and more!
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT:
PRE-PRODUCTION: Locked Horns Productions has signed comedian-actor Bill Engvall and tough-guy icon Danny Trejo to the next short film, a surreal comedy Western called “Cowboy Dreams.” Steve Briscoe wrote and is producing the film alongside Laura DeNigris; Paul DeNigris is directing and editing. Howard Allen just launched Coyote Moon Films with three films on his slate. Justin Dagostino is planning on shooting a feature film in Washington DC this upcoming August; for information on how to contribute, click here.
PRODUCTION: Chris Redish (writer/director) is shooting his new short "20% OFF" the first week of May with cast Larry Bagby (Walk the Line) and Tim Nichols (Comedy Central's American Body Shop) and IFP/PHX member Jennifer Pfalzgraff. IFP/PHX members Amy Newman (Lighting) and Stephanie Flores (Lighting) are on the crew. IFP Phoenix Member and Writer/Director Brian Pulido goes into production for his feature film "THE GRAVES" in May, 2008 with Bill Moseley and Tony Todd and IFP/PHX members Patti Tindall, Dean Matthew Ronalds and Brian Ronalds in the cast. Crew and Producers include: Brian Pulido (Director/Writer), Chris LaMont (producer), Brian Ronalds (producer), Dean Matthew Ronalds (producer/editor) and Joe Gruberman (Script Supervisor). Marco Santiago (Writer/Director/Executive Producer) shoots his new short "FALLEN HERO" in May, 2008. IFP/PHX members in the crew include: Earnest Robinson (Producer / 1st AD), Webb Pickersgill (Stedicam Operator), Terry Miller (Still Photographer), Georgia Tavera (Location Manager), Lora Keleher (Production) and Matt Gismondi (Production). Cast members include IFP/PHX member Amanda Melby. Jon Bonnell (director/producer) is shooting is the short "MATCH.DEAD" in May. IFP/PHX in the crew include: Joe Gruberman (producer) and Webb Pickersgill (DP).
POST-PRODUCTION: "POISON WIND" (documentary) is in post-production and IFP/PHX key personnel include: Jenny Pond (producer/director), Paul DeNigris (Post-Production supervisor) and Keegan Ead (editor). Matt Gismondi (director) shot a short: "TV PILOT INTRO" in April. Kate Hoy is cutting a trailer for her upcoming reality show, "Campus Crime Scene," to air on MCTV in the summer. The trailer will be released in April, and the show will release in late May.
CONGRATULATIONS: On April 27, the Arizona Entertainment Alliance awarded IFP Phoenix Executive Director Amanda Melby the 5th Annual Layne award for her dedication and work in the Entertainment Industry in Arizona. The award is named after legendary Phoenix actor and teacher Elayne Stein. The 2008 Layne was presented to Ms. Melby at Suite 301 in Tempe as a part of Elayne Stein's 85th Surprise Birthday party. Click here, to read the press release. "Cowboy Dreams” and “Desert Angel” - two short film scripts by Steve Briscoe - have advanced to the Quarter-Finals in the 12th Annual Fade In Awards. More info here. "TRACING COWBOYS," co-produced by IFP/PHX Education Director Joe Gruberman, won HD NET's Best HD Feature Award at the 2008 AFI DALLAS International Film Festival.
PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL CONGRATS: Congrats to the IFP/PHX members who took home honors at the 2008 Phoenix Film Festival. Bivas Biswas was named Arizona Filmmaker of the Year. Mark Wilson’s "OPENING THE DOORS" won Best Arizona Short. Evan Neill’s screenplay "DOUG" won Screenplay Competition Awards (Inside Arizona).Paul DeNigris and Steve Briscoe took second place for their screenplay “THE REDHEAD.”
IFP/PHX 4 SEASONS FILM CHALLENGE CONGRATS:
1st Place: Bitter Spirits; Directed by Donavan Montierth
2nd Place: Big Benevolent Wolf; Mack Duncan & Stacy Gordon, Directors
3rd Place: We're Closed; Directed by Troy Wilson
4th Place: Luna; Directed by Tristan Nash
5th Place: Big Feet, Little Shoes; Directed by Jon Bonnell
Audience Favorite: Michael's Hearing Problem; Directed by Bruce Dellis
BEST DIRECTOR: Michael's Hearing Problem (Bruce Dellis)
BEST ACTRESS: The Sitter (Erica Williams)
BEST ACTOR: Like You Said (Vince Reign)
BEST ENSEMBLE ACTING: Michael's Hearing Problem (Kane Black, Steve Briscoe, Max Bullis, Heather Dasovic, John Dobradenka, Deon Doughty, Laura Durant, Adam Montierth, Donovan Montierth, Dan O'Meara, Jennifer Pfalzgraff, Brian Ronalds, Dean Ronalds, Jose Rosete, Bob Rue, Greg Seki, Nick Stahr, John Waldron, Jason Walters, Lexie Rich, Wayne Leonard, Jeff Goeson, Cat Goeson, Tal Goeson, Dave Rich, Kristina Rich, Corey Bloomberg, and Mighty Andersen Bloomberg).
BEST WRITING/STORY: Big Benevolent Wolf (Mack Duncan, Stacy Gordon)
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY: We're Closed (Troy Wilson)
BEST SOUND/MUSIC: Luna (Luke Burba)
BEST SPECIAL EFFECTS: Bitter Spirits (Adam Devaney).
To see all the nominees and list of winners, click here.
SCREENINGS/RELEASES: SCI-FI LONDON FILM FESTIVAL screens the UK premiere of NETHERBEAST INCORPORATED (Bruce Dellis, writer, Brian Ronalds, producer, Dean Ronalds, director, Chris LaMont, producer) May 1 and May 3. Patrick Roddy’s "RED 71" premiered at the 17th Arizona International Film Festival April 19. Other IFP/PHX members in it include: Howard Allen, Brian Mulligan. Patrick Roddy's "MERCY" will be released on DVD nationally thru TLA Releasing and Unearthed Films on May 6th, you can also meet him and get your DVD signed on Tuesday, May 6 as he gives a short talk discussing the movie at UA (SUMC) bookstore at 5pm. Chewie and April Knecht worked on several documentaries with, renowned treasure hunter Capt. Carl Fismer. There was a showing of his finds in Phoenix in April.
MAY MEMBERSHIP ORIENTATION
Attention new members of IFP/PHX: Thank you for being a part of the fastest-growing independent filmmakers group in Arizona!
You have a plethora of benefits available to you now as a paid-up member and our quarterly MEMBERSHIP ORIENTATIONS are the perfect place to find out how to take advantage of them, tour the offices/classrooms/theatre and meet and network with other new members.
All orientations are from 11am-12:30pm, and are FREE! This month's will be held on Saturday, May 17th, 2008.
IFP/PHX and Phoenix Film Foundation Offices
1700 N 7th Avenue, Suite #250
Phoenix, AZ 85007
602.955.6444
FIRST FRIDAY IFP BOOTH
First Friday, May 2th - 6 pm - 9 pm
On the First Friday of each month, IFP hosts a booth downtown. This is a great way to meet other IFP members in a relaxed social atmosphere. If you are an IFP member, and you have a project you want to promote, you may want to be our "Featured Filmmaker" for the month.
For information on volunteering or becoming the "Featured Filmmaker" for the month, contact Kate Hoy 602-787-8206.
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FEATURED MEMBERSHIP BENEFIT:
Film/Book Library: The Phoenix Film Foundation has a library of films, magazines and books for members to use. Films include past Phoenix Film Festival, SCREEN WARS and International Horror and Sci-Fi Film Festival films. Magazines include FILMMAKER, MOVIE MAKER, MOVING PICTURES. BOOKS and MAGAZINES are available for in-library use; FILMS are available for check-out. Library hours are Monday-Friday, 10am-5 pm.
FEATURED MEMBER DISCOUNT:
IFP/PHX members get discounts on software, subscriptions, equipment and services. For a complete list of discounts available to paid-up members, click here.
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For more information: http://www.derekaweltephotography.com
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5555 N. 7th St. #134-117
Phoenix, AZ. 85014
602-290-2116
FILM EMPORIUM
Film Emporium works with independent filmmakers, providing Entertainment Insurance services as well as raw film/ digital tape stock.
Production Insurance: Independent brokers to find you the best policies on the market. Short Term, Per Day Policies (can be bound same day basis), Features, Annual DICE (commercials, music videos, documentaries, TV,web content, etc.), Errors & Omissions for films to be distributed, Foreign Productions, concerts, etc. Low or zero broker fees: $0.00 or up to $100.00 to members.
www.filmemporium.com/insurance.html
FILM & VIDEO TAPE STOCK
Motion Picture Film Stocks: 16mm, 35mm & 8mm Kodak & Fuji. Video Tape: all formats & brands: from HD to mini DV in Sony, Panasonic, etc. Guaranteed quality, discounted rates and immediate turnaround with 24 Hr. Emergency Service. Discounts: unique to member's situation & available inventory.
www.tapesuperstore.com/16mm35mm.html
NEW TO THE LIBRARY:
2008 BACKSTAGE/ROSS REPORTS Film Casting & Production Directory
In the 7th annual edition of the Film Casting & Production Directory, Ross Reports has compiled a concise, practical guide to everybody who's anybody in the film industry. Revised and updated, it's packed with essential information and data that film professionals will find useful. Highlights include: Film Agents and Casting Directors, Film Production Company Directory, Movie Studio Executive Roster, Film Festival Directory, Guide to Film Schools, Screenwriters Agency Guide. Whether you're an actor, director, writer or production person, the Film Casting & Production Directory is an indispensable resource for success.
To JOIN IFP PHX, click here. To RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP, click here.
IFP/PHX's Programs | Membership Details | FAQ's | Membership Brochure (pdf) | Corporate Membership Brochure (pdf)
LEARN YOUR CRAFT
MAY FILMMAKER WORKSHOP: CINEMATOGRAPHY
Improving Your Camera Work
Saturday, May 17 | 10am-4pm
Full-day hands-on workshop with professional cinematographer and editor Webb Pickersgill. Learn the tricks that will make your film stand out from the others. Boost production value by investing in these tools and techniques! Lunch and handout is included.
Buy your tickets in advance online! Only $45 for IFP members and $80 for non-members. At the door prices are $50 members and $85 non-members.
Metro Arts Production Studio
1700 N 7th Avenue, 2nd Floor
Phoenix, Arizona
SCREENWRITERS GROUP
MONTHLY SCREENWRITERS GROUP
Monday, May 5 | 7:00pm | IFP/PHX Offices
Please come prepared to share and ask questions.
WEEKLY TABLE READS
Every Wednesday | 7:00pm | Borders in Mesa
The weekly table reads at the Borders on Alma School and the US 60 meets every Wednesday evening. We are actively trying to revitalize this group that has met regularly for almost four years. Please take the time at least once a month to come out. Hearing your work read aloud helps immensely. Don't miss this opportunity.
SEE A FILM
MAY HAPPY HOUR & CINEMA LOUNGE
Friday, May 23 | 5:30pm Happy Hour | 7:30pm Screening
9:00 PM Q&A/Networking
Phoenix Film Center at Metro Arts Institute
Happy hour is from 5:30-7:30 and is open to all. Delicious food from DIG IN DELI will be available for purchase during the Happy Hour. Snacks and drinks will also be available for purchase; beer and wine will be available with donation. The screening starts at 7:30 pm and rsvp/tickets are necessary.
May's Cinema Lounge will present the Arizona Short Program 'A' from the 2008 Phoenix Film Festival:
Opening The Doors, by Mark Wilson
The Addict, by Jon Ray
Raglin Tales, by Bruce Nelson and Greg Seki
Revelation Nine, by Vance Null
Der Ostwind, by Kohl Glass
Nonsense, by Rustin L. Odom & Richard C. Judd
Like You Said, by Tracey Shrier
First and Last, by Damien Patrik
As always, admission is FREE for IFP/PHX members. Members: please RSVP to RSVP@IFPPHX.org or call 602.955.6444 by Friday, May 23 at noon. Tickets for non-members and guests are $5 and should be purchased online.
The Phoenix Film Center at Metro Arts Institute is located at 1700 N 7th Avenue in Phoenix. It is North of McDowell. Parking is located underground and the screening room is on the first floor (the offices are on the 2nd floor).
*Films may contain adult language, violence and other content not appropriate for all audiences.
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
CINEMA LOUNGE
Looking for a local venue to screen your short or feature?
The IFP/PHX's CINEMA LOUNGE is a monthly event featuring Arizona-made films in all categories and all lengths, providing opportunities for filmmakers to have their work screened, receive audience feedback and celebrate the films being made in Arizona. Films will now be accepted on a quarterly basis.
The costs of the location, projector/player, screen, lights and sound system are all covered in the Cinema Lounge program. SHORTS: $10 IFP/PHX members; $20 non-members and FEATURES: $25 IFP/PHX members; $40 non-members. What a deal! Plus, each Cinema Lounge features a Q&A, food and beverages.
Registration Form
OPPORTUNITIES
Sardinia Film Festival 2008
Please note that you can still participate in the third edition of Sardinia Film Festival, international short film competition. The deadline for the shipment of the works is scheduled for May 10, 2008. Participation is free. Sardinia Film Festival accepts works by filmmakers without gender restriction, theme and format. DEAD LINE is May 10, 2008. For more information, the announcement and the application form, visit: www.sardiniafilmfestival.it
Call For Entries Issued for The Accolade
The Accolade is a non-traditional, virtual venue now in it’s 6th year. Awards go to those filmmakers, television producers and videographers who produce fresh, standout entertainment, animation and compelling documentaries. The Accolade is a showcase for cinematic gems and unique voices. Deadline: May 16, 2008.
Lifetime Networks Invites Entries for Every Woman's Film Competition
To nurture the next generation of great women filmmakers, the competition is open to all women who are legal residents of the United States and who, by the entry date, are at least 18 years of age. Competition entrants will produce short films of three to five minutes in length. First and second place winners, as well as three honorable mentions, will be selected. In addition, the LMN.tv audience will have a chance to vote online for their favorite film and determine the selection of a special LMN.tv Audience Winner. The judge-selected first and second place winners will receive $5,000 and $2,500, respectively, to advance their film projects, exposure on Lifetime Movie Network and LMN.tv, as well as trips to both the Hollywood Reporter Women in Entertainment Breakfast and the Hamptons International Film Festival, where they will be featured guests. The three honorable mention recipients, as well as the favorite filmmaker chosen by the LMN.tv audience, will win $1,000 each. Deadline: July 8th, 2008. Click Here for details.
COMMUNITY
APA is looking for demos/trailers to run during our next big event – the “Last Chance” Directory Closing Party in May at Alice Cooperstown. The pieces will loop on one of two gigantic video walls inside the venue!
* PG-13 Rating
* Max Length: 2:30 (minutes) or shorter. If submissions are longer, they will not be accepted.
* If more than 48 entries are received, then priority will be given to APA members.
* Submissions may be company demo's, films, video, trailers, etc.
* Submissions must be submitted on DVD NTSC
* Deadline for submissions is Friday, May 9th, at 5 pm
* Submissions may be mailed or delivered by Friday, May 9, at 5:00 pm. to:
Diane Taylor
Opening Moments Media, LLC
5151 N. 16th St., Suite D-136
Phoenix, AZ. 85016
The event is Wednesday, May 21, from 6-10 p.m. at Alice Cooperstown, 101 E Jackson St. in downtown Phoenix.
APA’s Spotlight on Tucson Film Community. The fourth annual Spotlight on Tucson Film Community Mixer is from 6-8 p.m., Tuesday, May 6. Anyone who works in film, television or theater is invited to come and meet others in their respective fields. Network with Local filmmakers, politicians, actors, producers and people who are actively involved in the entertainment industry.
What: APA 4th Annual Mixer
When: Tuesday, May 6, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Where: Gentle Ben's Brewing Co., 865 E. University Blvd.
Cost: Free
LUNAFEST 2008 presented by No Festival Required, the Phoenix Art Museum and Luna Bar. Tuesday, May 13, 7pm at the Whiteman Hall, Phoenix Art Museum. Admission $10.00 (cash only) with net proceeds to benefit The Breast Cancer Fund. LUNAFEST, a national touring show of films by, for and about women Whiteman Hall, Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 North Central Avenue, Phoenix AZ 85004
Venue info www.phxart.org | Program info http://www.lunafest.org
Films contain adult content and are for mature audience
At Harkins Camelview Theatre you can see films from the 2008 Phoenix Film Festival. Not only can you see the Opening Night Selection, "The Visitor" and the Sunday Night Film, "Young at Heart", but you can also see one of our Phoenix Film Festival indie darlings: “Falling for Grace”! "Falling for Grace", the feel-good romantic comedy that one critic has called the next "My Big Fat Greek Wedding", played to enthusiastic crowds at the Phoenix Film Festival. For all showtimes, click here. Don't miss this great opportunity to further support independent film in Metro Phoenix.
IFP.org: Directories Center
Did you know ifp.org has an outstanding Networking Center? Are you utilizing it? There are four parts to the Networking Center: Job Listings, Classifieds, Directories and Vendor Discount Directories. GET CONNECTED!
Directories
IFP Database Directories let you search for information about people, projects or companies. Search people listings to crew up your next film or post your own bio to steer the next big opportunity your way. Search project listings for films at all stages of production or list your own project. Search companies for studio, distributor and other industry related business contact information. Add your listings today!
You may remember the Arizona Production Listings site PFP used to host. These sections of ifp.org take the place of that site and offer much more. List your AZ productions now!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
• SEEKING EDITING SYSTEMS FOR COMPUTER LAB! IFP/PHX is seeking a donation of 2 new PCs with AVID and 2 new Macs with Final Cut for use in the Editing Lab. Tax-deduction receipt and Editing Lab Naming Rights available. Please call 602.955.6444 or e-mail amelby@ifpphx.org if you have one to donate.
• IFP/PHX would like to extend a HUGE thank you to our current sponsors and Corporate Partners: Harkins Theatres, University of Advancing Technology, Locked Horns Productions, Show-N-Tell Productions, Bronck's Park Productions, Durant Communications, Ronalds Brothers Productions, Collins College, Verve Studios, Screen Actors Guild, The Loft Tucson
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