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One of the greatest resources we as filmmakers have today are DVD’s. I can’t tell you how much they come in handy. I myself have over 200 flicks that range from Noir to Horror, Foreign to Family, or Musical to Mayhem, but no matter what the material is, I find that there is a lesson I can learn from each of them and it’s called COMMENTARIES!!!!
Someone has to sing their praises, you know, the men and women who choose to make their films in Oregon, and largely because of their efforts, we are basking in the light of the films that they showcased our Oregon in. This post is to honor Michael Douglas, the man behind the movie “Cuckoo’s Nest” and the movie star image. I am writing this post because I remember him as he was in the 70’s, but readers take caution, as he was quoted in the forward to photographer Jim Marshall’s book Not Fade Away: “If you remember the 60’s, you weren’t there.”
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A world destroyed… a woman left alone… a relationship left unresolved…
These are the elements that come together in the newest drama from Moon Tribe Studio’s Gil Luna (director; writer) and Jonathan Stark (executive producer; concept) and golightlyfilms’ Kenneth Luba (director of photography). Every day, Lilith wanders the remains of civilization, scavenging what she can from the deserted refuse of what was once a bustling city. Every night, she returns to her home underneath the dead city and contemplates the past that has left her alone.
Like your cinema raw, fresh and homegrown? Kicking off this weekend is the 37th Northwest Film & Video Festival, which will deliver if you answered yes to that last sentence. The annual celebration will be just that. A celebration. Of new work by the premier media artists working in Oregon, Washington, British Columbia, Montana, and Idaho, showcasing 39 new films, 12 of which were singled out for special recognition by Gill Dennis, this year’s festival judge and Master-Filmmaker-in-Residence at the American Film Institute (also known for his screenplays for the dark, 40-plus-years-later sequel “Return to Oz” and the Johnny Cash biopic “Walk the Line,” among others).
Today Portland announced that Shelley Midthun has taken over the position of the Liaison for the Mayor’s Office of Film and Video at the Portland Development commission. Here is the announcement from the Mayor’s office.
I’ve had the chance to meet Shelley a few times and I can promise you that she is coming into the office with a lot of enthusiasm and desire to help the industry continue to move forward. In the two years that I’ve been at the state film office, the city of Portland has been a great partner in bringing projects to the state and I’m sure that Shelley will do all she can to continue that positive partnership.
Participate in On-line Survey
Oregon producers who produce non-broadcast material – for any medium including the internet – are invited to take a short, confidential on-line survey about their experience.
The survey was created by a group of actors from different regions of the country as an effort to better understand trends in the non-broadcast realm. Since non-broadcast production has no single organization to represent it (unlike the TV, movie and advertising industries), a survey seemed like a good approach. It’s meant for both union and non-union productions.
OMPA member Frank DiMarco has donated his well-traveled “Making Movies” exhibit to Film Action Oregon. http://www.filmactionoregon.org/ The collection of framed black and white images depict recent filmmaking in Oregon, with emphasis on the individual crafts that go into making a production. Film Action Oregon Artistic Director Richard Beer says, “We are honored that Frank decided to donate this lovely collection to Film Action Oregon. It is a wonderful testament to the talent that lives and works in Oregon.” “Making Movies” has been exhibited in Portland’s City Hall, The Art Institute of Portland, Portland Community Media and several restaurants in Portland.
Our office was contacted by the staff of the Oprah Winfrey Network about an episode of “Carson Kressly Is Making Over America” that they intend to shoot in Hillsboro. We have posted the body of their flyer here.
Would you love some time and attention from America’s top stylist?
CARSON KRESSLY is on a makeover road trip across the nation and he may be coming to your town!
‐ Do you need to look fabulous for a big event?
‐ Is there something you’re avoiding or afraid to do?
Just wanted to send out a thank you to all the organizations and companies so far who have committed to sponsoring the “Brave New World of Media” event on November 17.
Brad Smith and his Webvisions team has done an amazing job so far reaching out to the community and getting spons0rs. It’s been a pleasure so far working with someone who knows how to put together a first class event. I’m also thrilled to know that this is the first of what I hope is many more “Backstage Pass” events.
Portland, OR – October 27, 2010
On October 26th, local Portland-based filmmakers, the Brothers Freeman, commence principle photography on THE WEATHER OUTSIDE, the first of two feature films made back to back under the i-OPIF incentive program this fall from their production company Polluted Pictures.
The film, which was written and directed by Jason Freeman will be shot entirely on location in Portland for 3 weeks. It stars an all local cast including MIKE PROSSER, ERIN MCGARRY, BARRIE WILD, TED ROONEY, HALEY TALBOT, TIM WHITCOMB, TODD ROBINSON, and GALEN SCHRICK.
