Advanced Broadcast Solutions hosts the Media Technology Expo September 26,27

Are you a Broadcaster, House of Worship Facility, Government Agency, Education Institute, Corporation, Live Event Production, Post House, Cable Provider, Film Maker, Audio Studio, Student, or Professional that wants to keep up with the ever evolving professional technology field?

This is the forum for you!

Why Attend?

This free two-day event will feature educational sessions, networking opportunities, and an exhibit that showcases equipment from a large variety of manufacturers. Fresh from IBC 2012, NAB, InfoComm, and other interrelated events, knowledgeable representatives from across our industry will be in attendance to assist, educate, and empower you to understand the complexities required in today’s broadcast infrastructure. Continue reading... “Advanced Broadcast Solutions hosts the Media Technology Expo September 26,27”

Governor Kitzhaber Declares Today “ParaNorman Day”

 

 

Showing his continued support of Oregon’s film and television industry, Governor John Kitzhaber issued an official Proclamation today declaring August 17, 2012 “ParaNorman Day”.  Below is the language of the proclamation.

 

 

 

WHEREAS:          Oregon has a longstanding and honorable tradition of encouraging the entertainment arts and the abundantly talented individuals whose creative work delights, informs and educates our citizens; and

WHEREAS:          The handcrafted, stop-motion animated 3d movie “ParaNorman” is the second feature film produced by Oregon-based  animation studio LAIKA; and

WHEREAS:          LAIKA is deeply committed to creating an environment that supports and celebrates the art and artistry of animated filmmaking; and

WHEREAS:          The lead character Norman is a young boy of ingenuity, empathy, courage and optimism and thus embodies character traits Oregonians hold most dear; and

WHEREAS:          “ParaNorman” was produced entirely in Oregon and will be released nationwide by Focus Features on August 17, 2012;

 NOW,               

THEREFORE:     I, John Kitzhaber, Governor of the State of Oregon, hereby proclaim August 17, 2012 to be

PARANORMAN DAY

in Oregon and encourage all Oregonians to join in this observance.

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Independent Feature, “The A-List” Wraps

“The A List”, On Location In Beaverton

We stopped by the set last week on the penultimate day of shooting for “The A-List“, an independent comedy feature  about a high school senior who is “coerced by his guidance counselor into fulfilling a list of all of her high school fantasies in order for him to graduate”.  This is a first feature to be produced for writer D.J. Halferty and produced by; Ian Rao, Brett Cranford, Matthew Karchesky, Kevin Callies and directed by Will Bigham. Continue reading... “Independent Feature, “The A-List” Wraps”

Nike Brings You the “ParaNorman” Shoe #weirdwins

You all know the connection between LAIKA and Nike so it’s no great surprise the Nike has released a “ParaNorman” shoe tied to the release of the film.   Regardless this is pretty cool!  We found the news in this morning’s Portland Business Journal but the gallery showing the shoe can be found here on examiner.com

According to this website – there are 800 pairs of these shoes up for grabs if you submit a “weird” picture of yourself on twitter. Continue reading... “Nike Brings You the “ParaNorman” Shoe #weirdwins”

ParaNorman in Theaters on August 17 – We’ll Be There. What About You?

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After two plus years hand crafting frame by frame, Oregon based animation studio LAIKA is set to debut their second film “ParaNorman” in theaters this coming Friday.  We at the Oregon Film Office will be at the Regal Lloyd Center theaters with a block of tickets  to celebrate the release.  In fact we hope to see you there at 11:50 AM for the first showing!  An opening weekend of any feature film often determines the financial success of the film so let’s all find a way to make it to a nearby theater and see this great Oregon Film.   Continue reading... “ParaNorman in Theaters on August 17 – We’ll Be There. What About You?”

GRIMM Season 2 …….Tonight! Come And Watch With Fellow Portlanders….

Join fellow Grimmsters this evening to watch the Season 2 Premier;

8-11pm

On Deck Sports Bar and Grill

910 NW 14th, Portland

First season will screen at 8pm

9pm season 1 finale

10pm season 2 premier

Michael Muller/NBC Universal

Also, for some added show info and a quick recap of Grimm’s journey so far, read Kristi Turnquist’s article from today’s Oregon Live.

We can’t wait!

 

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ParaNorman in Theaters on August 17 – We’ll Be There. What About You?

[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1RXm81AsNo[/youtube]

After two plus years hand crafting frame by frame, Oregon based animation studio LAIKA is set to debut their second film “ParaNorman” in theaters this coming Friday.  We at the Oregon Film Office will be at the Regal Lloyd Center theaters with a block of tickets  to celebrate the release.  In fact we hope to see you there at 11:50 AM for the first showing!  An opening weekend of any feature film often determines the financial success of the film so let’s all find a way to make it to a nearby theater and see this great Oregon Film.  Continue reading... “ParaNorman in Theaters on August 17 – We’ll Be There. What About You?”

Best of the NW Animation Festival – Sept. 8th

If you missed the big fest in May, here’s your chance to sample the cream of the crop!

Saturday Sept. 8 at the Hollywood Theatre

Best of the NW Animation Festival
16 audience favorites, one night only

Date: Saturday Sept 8 @ 7pm
Runtime: 92min
Venue: Hollywood Theatre
Address: 4122 NE Sandy Blvd
Tickets: $10 general admission

CLICK HERE to buy tickets

The Northwest Animation Festival proudly presents this year’s audience favorites. See 16 films from around the world at this special one-night-only event. Continue reading... “Best of the NW Animation Festival – Sept. 8th”

ParaNorman Gearing up for August Premiere


We are getting closer and closer to ParaNorman’s August 17th premiere, and there are all kinds of exciting things going on around the country and around the net as the anticipation builds.  This is a brief run-down of some of the things going on in the next two weeks.

  • If you’ve been watching the Olympics, you’ve probably already seen one of the two ParaNorman Olympic spots; “Champions Will Rise” & “Nailed It”.  If not (or you just want to see them again) you can view them on IMDB:  http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1623288/videogallery
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Oscar-nominated filmmaker Todd Haynes donates autographed portrait to benefit The Right Brain Initiative

The giclee print is available in an eBay auction through Sunday, August 5.  http://r.ebay.com/iNGdP7

Nationally renowned filmmaker Todd Haynes is the subject of a one-of-a-kind portrait that posted today on eBay. This ten-day auction supports a good cause: Haynes donated the giclee print to benefit The Right Brain Initiative’s arts education programming in Portland, Oregon area schools. The print is signed by both Haynes and the portrait’s artist, Steve Cohn. Cohn is brother-in-law to Haynes, and works under the pseudonym Jasper Marks. Continue reading... “Oscar-nominated filmmaker Todd Haynes donates autographed portrait to benefit The Right Brain Initiative”