Let’s just say that we’re big fans of both OPB and OHS, especially the original programming of the former and the film and media archives that are housed by the latter. And we’re always excited to watch the content that both of these great #OregonMade organizations create. And, yes, we’ve binged on Netflix’s Wild Wild Country but the roots of that incredible documentary are grown from several deep journalistic roots here in the state that should always be recognized.
Since 2015, Oregon Cartoon Institute has offered an annual one day crash course in Oregon film history attended by educators, historians, curators, librarians, archivists, writers and filmmakers.
This year’s conference focuses on the minor cinemas of Oregon: newsreels, educational films, industrial films, promotional films, scientific films, television commercials, student films, experimental films, animation, home movies. Continue reading... “2018 Oregon Film History Conference – May 4”
Continuing the celebration of its 50th Anniversary Year, Oregon Film goes this time to Brownsville which plays the mythic town of Castle Rock in Rob Reiner’s adaptation of Stephen King’s short story “The Body.” Once again River Phoenix stars, this time along side Wil Wheaton, Corey Feldman, Jerry O’Connell and Kiefer Sutherland; Richard Dreyfuss and even John Cusack make appearances just for good measure. We all had a friend like Chris Chambers growing up, didn’t we? The City of Brownsville holds a popular Stand by Me Day on July 23rd but, fair warning, you may want to wear something disposable for the blueberry pie eating contest and avoid walking on the “TRAIN!”Continue reading... “#OregonMade Film Series: “Stand By Me” on 35mm”
NW Documentary’s spring-term Editing workshops are beginning in early April and there’s still space to register!
These five-week classes are dedicated to equipping you with the tools to make your videos look and sound their best. With our practical, hands-on instruction you’ll learn how to piece together a narrative and take the first step towards becoming the storyteller you want to be.
Editing 101: Final Cut Pro X
Tuesdays, April 10 through May 8
6-8:30pm
Editing 101: Adobe Premiere
Wednesdays, April 11 through May 9
6-8:30pm
DisOrient is a social justice film festival showcasing the work of independent filmmakers, and features honest portrayals of Asian American and Pacific Islander experiences. The festival encompasses 5 days and 7 venues, with 29 filmmakers attending from Hong Kong, Canada and across the United States
Registration is Open for Oregon Documentary Camp 2018!
Join more than 60 filmmakers for a 4-day retreat in the woods
We’ll hear from award-winning presenters:
Alexandria Bombach (ON HER SHOULDERS)
Doug Block (112 WEDDINGS)
Jax Deluca (Director of Media Arts at the National Endowment for the Arts)
…and more!
We’ll watch & discuss films, attend panels, and share works in progress.
We’ll even have campfires, go hiking, and make new friends, just like at summer camp.
Watch a half hour to an hour of four, comedy, web episodes in Portland!
Complete a two minute survey and discuss answers with a moderator.
Snacks and drinks provided. My film partner and I are looking forward to your feedback!
The comedy, web series focus group is on Saturday, April 21st. Two times to choose from: 10:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or 12:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Please RSVP with preference by April 7, 2018. Seats are going fast! Address and directions available upon reply.Continue reading... “Comedy, Web Series Focus Group!!”
[SEE] Story | Experience | Engagement | brings together world-class storytellers through their unique mediums such as food, technology, voice and film to explore story as a powerful form of communication and the role it plays in shaping our world. With an intimate audience of 250 guests, only 100 tickets are available to the public so be sure to reserve your spot today.
Fair warning intrepid Archivists – this one is adult-themed and, well, (retro)(un)sexy. Be warned.
This week we pay a visit to a lightning bolt of 80’s and 90’s love/hate iconography; that vamp and Diva, strike-a-pose devotress: Madonna. For those of us who lived through the days of trying to determine if the aluminum clad, coffee table, button-pusher “Sex” was (self)exploitation or art, we know that any and all Madonna movies are to be taken with their own particular grain of salt(iness), and this week’s Raid to the Oregon Film vaults is no exception. Continue reading... “RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARCHIVE Body of Evidence (Uli Edel, 1993)”
