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The “Leverage” gang has to be one of the most Twitter savy groups out there. Thanks in large part to the leadership of Dean Devlin, many of the cast and crew tweet frequently about the goings on in and around Portland. Unlike other productions where information is always on lockdown, “Leverage” has opened their set to it’s fans and followers.
On this blog we’ve begun to post our two favorite Twitter feeds from the show (see our sidebar to the right).
WebVisions 2010 – May 19-21 at the Oregon Convention Center
Oregon Film is thrilled to offer special rates for WebVisions 2010, a nationally recognized event that explores the future of web design, technology, user experience and business strategy. WebVisions takes place from May 19-21 at the Oregon Convention Center and features half-day and all-day workshops, sessions, keynotes and an exhibition hall with music, panel discussions and more. This is an excellent opportunity to learn new skills, hone the ones that you have, meet new people and explore the future!
The Democratization of 3D Cinematography
Wednesday, April 28, 2010 from 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Presented by Cascade ACM SIGGRAPH and The 3D Center of Art and Photography
Ever wonder what it would be like to make a 3D movie using open source software, readily available digital cameras, school resources, your computer and some imagination? Attend this event and learn how two people with the same question in mind discovered desktop 3D film-making. Ron Kriesel and Kathleen O’Reilly, Board Members of the 3D Center of Art and Photography will walk you through their process and work-flow when making their first 3D film.
The Public Internet Channel (PIC.TV) is shooting a 9 episode Public Purpose Media web-series in Portland, Oregon JUNE 14th to July 1st 2010.
This is a paying gig, please submit your rate of pay along with your resume, any relevant online reels, and dates of availability to [email protected].
The Project:
Nine: 9 episode web-series.
Brief synopsis:
With over 750,000 teen pregnancies annually in the United States, nearly a third of them not carried to term, Nine – a new scripted series produced by the Public Internet Channel will examine the all too real consequences of this life changing phenomenon from a teen father’s point of view.
Over 500 people from the tourism industry were at the three day conference held at the River House Hotel and Conference center in Bend. Governor Ted Kulongoski was in attendance and talked about the economic impact tourism has had on Oregon. Of specific interest to the production community, the Governor acknowledged in his Monday morning address, a major growth in the amount of money film companies have spent in Oregon in the last few years, expanding from $10 million to $80.
Hot Flash Films PDX and Velocity Sisterhood presents three separate event screenings of “Not Dead Yet”, a dramedy about life, hot flashes, and profound re-awakenings, at the Hollywood Theater April 23rd-25th. All ticket sales will be benefiting five Portland area women’s non-profits: Life By Design NW, Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation, NARAL Pro-Choice and OAASIS – Oregon Association of Abuse Survivors in Service.
Greenlit documented the making of the feature film The River Why and the trials and tribulations that go with trying to green a film set. I had a chance to ask Lauren Selman, (Reel Green Media) the hired set “greener” for The River Why production, a few questions:
GOFT: What was the hardest hurdle to overcome when shooting The River Why – from a green standpoint…..set recycling, water bottles on set, transportation, services etc.??
LS: Getting city services (i.e.
Phil Bransom’s very successful family film “Trainmaster” is now available in the United Kingdom under the name “The Railway Grandchildren.” If you’re reading this in the UK, take a look at the link and bring the film home to your family – it’s a great, heartwarming film – and it features some great Oregon locations and actors, such as Jon Ashley Hall, Mercedes Rose, Bryce Walters, Elijah Nelson, Kevin Dahlgren… and even stunt-man extraordinaire Jerry Buxbaum!
You are Invited to a Portland Viewing Event of Screen Actors Guild and SAG Foundation LifeRaft Live Stream’s “SAG Contracts Corner: New Media 101”
Members of the entertainment industry have a unique opportunity to take control of their careers by producing their own content for the internet. Applying your creativity in the new media space has never been easier. Join the Screen Actors Guild New Media Department and prominent digital entertainment leaders as they share essential tips on producing respectable, signatory online content.
CBS’ hit show Big Brother is coming to Portland! If you think you have what it takes to be the perfect houseguest, fill out the official application and come to the open casting call!
Open Call:
Saturday, April 10th
1pm – 5pm
On Deck Sports Bar & Grill
910 NW 14th Ave
Portland
http://bigbrothernetwork.com/
