Reese Witherspoon’s caption to go along with her picture, “Good morning from deepest Oregon”.
“Wild” has been getting a lot of public and press attention in Ashland and Crater Lake in the last two weeks. Reese Witherspoon has been adding interest by posting daily pictures from the film’s locations in southern Oregon.
Below is a recent round up of some local, national and international news pieces on “Wild”:
Fittingly, the Festival takes over the Broadway metroplex for this 40-years-in-the-making celebration. Belly up to the concessionstand for delicious Sierra Nevada beer, Honest Tea, and food,and don’t miss the opportunity to introduce yourself to the dazzling array of talented Northwest filmmakers who will be on hand. Continue reading... “The 40th Northwest Filmmakers’ Festival Packed With Great Events”
NBC Universal’s “Grimm” returned for its third season Friday and started up right where it left off. The season 3 premiere was actually up in the ratings from the season 2 premiere and helped launch NBC’s friday night premiere of “Dracula”. Here’s one quick analysis from the Hollywood Reporter. If you were on Twitter during the friday night broadcast, you know that the show is a hit on Twitter as well. During the 9:00pm west coast broadcast the cast was live tweeting and that with the fan interaction made “Grimm” one of the top trending topics on twitter. Continue reading... “NBC Universal’s, Season 3 of “Grimm” Premieres Strong – More Great Episodes to Come”
Many of you have heard already, but in case you haven’t, we are moving on November 4 into our new offices. We will be in a new suite at the Eastside Exchange building with our friends at the Technology Association of Oregon. The building has been beautifully updated and it should open up new opportunities for events and partnerships.
Vince Porter – (971)254-4021 Bob Schmaling – (971)254-4022 Nathan Cherrington – (971)254-4023 Jane Ridley – (971)254-4024
Also – An early Save the date – We’re planning a joint event with the Technology Association to celebrate our new digs on December 5. Continue reading... “We Moved!”
Congrats to HOUSE OF LAST THINGS on their first international release today in Russia through CMS FILM. The Bartlett directed thriller was one of Oregon’s first independent features to recieve an i-OPIF grant. The film premiered in France in January and has since been selected for festivals in Brazil, Germany, and Mexico. The Russian package includes theatrical, dvd, and online
The October Oregon Production Investment Fund Auction is now open. This time the total amount of tax credits to be auctioned will be $4,000,000.The process will be exactly like the successful auction conducted in July.It’s important to know that there is only time for one more OPIF auction this year so we will be working hard to make sure all $4,000,000 sells out in the designated time frame.
“The Voyage of the S.S. Stardust” tells the story of a space galleon and her adventurous crew, who are searching for the fabled North Star. When they stumble across a supernova, they change course to pursue their new found treasure. It won’t be an easy journey, though, filled with danger, adventure, and musical whimsy! The crew of the S.S. Stardust will find their true calling in the depths of space.
15th Annual Scriptapalooza Television Writing Competition
Our intention is to help open doors for the aspiring television writer. There are four categories you can submit to, which include one hour existing shows, 1 hour existing sitcom, original pilots, and reality shows.
The participants we have chosen to read the winning scripts are individuals from established production companies. Whether you are already an aspiring television writer or a writer interested in exploring other avenues, Scriptapalooza TV is here to promote careers in television and provide exposure for the undiscovered writer.
Oregon is leading the show in film production. There are tax incentives to be had from producing here. What’s not clear is where the funding comes from. Or more precisely why taxpayers would be inclined to contribute to OPIF. Truth is, there are significant tax savings to be had on the giving end (taxpayer) as well as the receiving end (production). In order for Oregon to continue to make available OPIF tax credits, there must be demand for the credits from taxpayers. Continue reading... “OPIF Credit Auction is Almost Here!”
Below are just a few of the events happening at the 
Many of you have heard already, but in case you haven’t, we are moving on November 4 into our new offices. We will be in a new suite at the 
The October Oregon Production Investment Fund Auction is now open. This time the total amount of tax credits to be auctioned will be $4,000,000.
