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Todd Haynes presents two films at the Hollywood Theatre!

October 5, 2011October 5, 2011 hollywoodtheatre Movies, Oregon FilmLeave a Comment

Acclaimed director Todd Haynes presents two films of his choosing at the Hollywood Theatre on 10/15

(Portland, OR) September 27, 2011 – Acclaimed filmmaker Todd Haynes invites you into his subversive and surprising cinematic universe for one night only with back to back screenings of “Vertigo” and “Performance” – two movies guaranteed to twist your cinematic sensibilities into knots presented on glorious, increasingly rare 35mm. This evening with Haynes kicks off En Route, the Hollywood Theatre’s new series featuring artists at the height of their craft presenting films that have influenced them. Continue reading... “Todd Haynes presents two films at the Hollywood Theatre!”

THE NORTHWEST FILM CENTER PRESENTS “MADE IN PORTLAND” SHORTS PROGRAM IN SAPPORO, JAPAN

September 28, 2011 NW Film Center Animation/VFX, Documentary, Film and Media Industry, Film Festivals, Independent Films, Movies, Oregon Film, Portland1 Comment

Portland, OR—The Northwest Film Center is bringing Portland filmmakers into the international spotlight through its presentation of the “Made in Portland” short film program, screening in Sapporo, Japan, as part of the 6th Sapporo International Short Film Festival and Market, October 5 – 10, 2011.

Since 1971, the Film Center has worked to support and celebrate Northwest filmmaking. The Film Center has been a source of essential funding for numerous artists, administering the Oregon Media Arts Fellowship and serving as a fiscal agent for artists seeking non-profit sponsorship.

Lane Comunity College to Host Transit Media Arts Conference

September 28, 2011September 28, 2011 Oregon Film Events, Media Services, Oregon Film, Workshop1 Comment

The Lane Community College Media Arts Department and Chambers Family Foundation present the Transit 2011 Media Arts Conference from October 7-8 at the Center for Meeting and Learning, Building 19 Room 102, Lane main campus, 4000 E. 30th Ave., Eugene.
The two-day conference features a variety of experts, speakers and panelists from throughout the Western United States to present on broad range of topics from emerging trends in media arts to working in major film studios to writing scripts to the politics of the music industry. Continue reading... “Lane Comunity College to Host Transit Media Arts Conference”

Screening of “Coraline” to Benefit 3D Center

July 12, 2011 Oregon Film Blog "Coraline", 3D Center of Art & Photography, LAIKALeave a Comment

Special Screening of Coraline 3D to Benefit the 3D Center of Art & Photography

If you missed Coraline in 3D now is your chance!

This is a one-night only screening and seating is limited to only 65 people.

When: Thursday, July 28^th, 6:30pm to 10:00pm

Where: Living Room Theaters, 314 SW Tenth Avenue, Portland

Tickets: $50 per person, purchase tickets at the 3D Center, 1928 NW Lovejoy

Or call 503.227.6667 to purchase tickets by phone/credit card Thursday – Saturday, 11am to 5pm Continue reading... “Screening of “Coraline” to Benefit 3D Center”

An Interview with Will Vinton

July 6, 2011 Oregon Film Blog, Oregon Animation History Animation, Annecy Film Festival, California Raisins, claymation, Closed Mondays, Emmy, Freewill Entertainment, interview, Odyssey Productions, oregon, Oscar, Will Vinton1 Comment

Whether you’re aware of it or not, you know of Will Vinton. He’s the man who coined and, in 1978, registered the term “claymation” to describe his films’ use of stop-motion animated clay. He’s responsible for some of the most well-recognized ad spokesmen of the twentieth century in this style – the California Raisins and the Red and Yellow M&Ms. He’s won an Oscar and multiple Emmys; all while working from his home base in Portland, Oregon. Continue reading... “An Interview with Will Vinton”

New Details from “Paranorman” Directors on the film

June 24, 2011 Oregon Film Blog, Oregon Animation IndustryLeave a Comment

Today in the online version of indieWire, there are more details on “LAIKA’s” new feature film “Paranorman”. LAIKA has been at work on the project for more than a year already and the film is slated for an August 2012 vote.

Co-Directors Sam Fell and Chris Butler give some background behind the genesis of the project in the article.

“The essential story came from a ‘what if’ idea in my family that had to do with my relationship with my Grandma,” he said. Continue reading... “New Details from “Paranorman” Directors on the film”

New Details from “Paranorman” Directors on the film

June 24, 2011June 24, 2011 Oregon Film Animation/VFX, Jobs, Oregon Film LAIKALeave a Comment

Co-Directors Sam Fell and Chris Butler give some background behind the genesis of the project in the article.

Open Call: The Video Gong Show Returns @ The Hollywood Theatre

June 21, 2011June 22, 2011 FAO Events, Film and Media Industry, Uncategorized Hollywood TheaterLeave a Comment

Now happening every last Monday of the month, beginning July 25^th
DOORS OPEN 6:30PM, MEET & GREET 6:30-7:30PM, EVENT 7:30PM

The Video Gong Show is an opportunity for local filmmakers to share their newest projects, found footage, home videos, or favorite YouTube clips to be judged and jeered by their peers (all in good fun). Clips that fail to wow and entertain the crowd risk being “gonged.” The piece that stands up to crowd scrutiny the longest will be crowned Gong Champion and win a prize! Continue reading... “Open Call: The Video Gong Show Returns @ The Hollywood Theatre”

Documentary HOOD TO COAST returns to Oregon

March 22, 2011 Oregon Film Uncategorized HOOD TO COAST, Hoodtocoastmovie.com, Oregon FilmLeave a Comment

Documentary HOOD TO COAST returns to Oregon!

The locally produced feature film documentary Hood To Coast just finished two successful nationwide Event screenings in over 380 theaters, selling out shows in New York, Los Angeles, Boston, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, Atlanta, and several other major markets. The film Hood To Coast follows four unlikely teams on their epic adventure as they try to conquer the world’s largest relay race. The film, produced by Film For Thought, Inc., was shot over the span of 11 months in Oregon in 2008 with half of the 100 crew members hired locally. Continue reading... “Documentary HOOD TO COAST returns to Oregon”

Northwest Film Center Announces 37th NW Film & Video Festivalʼs Audience Awards

November 17, 2010November 18, 2010 NW Film Center Film Festivals, Uncategorized Northwest Film CenterLeave a Comment

The 37th Northwest Film & Video Festival, which receives submissions from artists in Oregon, Washington, British Columbia, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho, wrapped up its 9 day run Saturday, November 13 after screening 11 features and 28 short 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.

Audience awards go to the following filmmakers for best feature and best shorts. Portland filmmaker Andy Blubaughʼs first feature film THE ADULTS IN THE ROOM emerged with the Favorite Feature prize. Continue reading... “Northwest Film Center Announces 37th NW Film & Video Festivalʼs Audience Awards”