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2013 OpenLens Festival Deadline – December 7th

November 8, 2012 divacenter Documentary, Film Festivals, Independent Films, Movies, Oregon Film, UncategorizedLeave a Comment

(Eugene, OR) The deadline nears for submitting entries in the 2013 OpenLens Festival hosted by the Downtown Initiative for the Visual Arts (DIVA) in Eugene. The Festival seeks submissions by Oregon filmmakers for its ninth annual celebration of the short film genre to be held on Saturday January 26th, 2013. Prizes include: $500 Jury Award, $200 Jury Honorable Mention, and $100 Audience Choice Award. Submissions are limited to 15 minutes with films 10 minutes or less preferred.Oregon filmmakers are encouraged to submit their best work to what has become Eugene’s premier winter film festival. Continue reading... “2013 OpenLens Festival Deadline – December 7th”

Join the Co-Op! Portlandia is Gearing Up for Season 3

November 8, 2012November 9, 2012 Oregon Film Events, Oregon Film, Television, Uncategorized Carrie Brownstein, Chloe Sevigny, Events, filming in Oregon, Fred Armisen, IFC, Kyle MacLachlan, Oregon film industry, portland, Portlandia, put a bird on it, TelevisionLeave a Comment

Portlandia returns January 4th with a whole new, ten episode season of sketches.

Back in August, Portlandia’s director, Johnathan Krisel told the Oregonian that this season was “getting weirder”, so lots to look forward too then! Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein will be working with some returning favorites, like Kyle MacLachlan as Portland’s fictitious mayor, as well as plenty of new characters such as Chloë Sevigny playing a new roommate for Carrie and Fred. However, IFC didn’t want to make hardcore fans wait until January for the new season so they are showing, “Winter In Portlandia” as a special, airing December 14th. Continue reading... “Join the Co-Op! Portlandia is Gearing Up for Season 3”

Behind the Scenes of Grimm’s Halloween Episode: “La Llarona”

October 25, 2012October 25, 2012 Oregon Film Featured Videos, Portland, Television "La Llarona", NBC's "Grimm"1 Comment

Here is a quick behind the scenes sneak peek at this Friday’s Halloween episode of “Grimm.” The show is based around a legend of the weeping woman, La Llarona. Does Nick believe in ghosts? Tune in Friday to find out for yourself.

You can also view pictures from the episode here: bit.ly/RY3SLy Continue reading... “Behind the Scenes of Grimm’s Halloween Episode: “La Llarona””

NW Animation Festival offers FREE entry until Nov 30

October 16, 2012 Oregon Film Blog, Events, Oregon Animation Industry NW Animation Festival1 Comment

The Northwest Animation Festival is accepting submissions for 2013.

The final deadline is Jan 31. Entry is FREE if films are received by Nov 30.

The festival will take place on May 17-19 in Portland, Oregon. Organizers expect to screen 125+ films this year — making this the second largest showcase of animated shorts in the the USA.

The entry process is fast and simple. Animators are encouraged to send the 20-question entry form via email, and to submit movie files via online transfer. Continue reading... “NW Animation Festival offers FREE entry until Nov 30”

Local Premiere of Independent film ‘Nightscape’

October 15, 2012 Nightscape Film and Media Industry, Oregon Film, Portland, Uncategorized www.nightscapemovie.com1 Comment

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The local premiere of our debut film, ‘Nightscape’ will screen on Friday, November 16th at 7:30pm and 9:30pm at The Venetian Theater in Hillsboro. The film will also screen on Friday, December 14th at 9:30pm at The Hollywood Theater in Portland as a benefit for the education advocacy organization Stand for Children.

‘Nightscape’ is about an emotionally-guarded drifter who crosses paths with a phantom car responsible for a wave of supernatural violence. The film was shot last summer in Portland, Sauvie Island, Hillsboro, North Plains, Banks, and St. Continue reading... “Local Premiere of Independent film ‘Nightscape’”

The Living River Film Festival: Oct 12-14

October 15, 2012 llawrence Documentary, Education, environmental, Events, Film Festivals, Independent Films, Movies, Oregon Film, TechnologyLeave a Comment

This October, the McKenzie River Trust invites you to enjoy a weekend of films and events that focus a lens on the amazing landscapes of Oregon, and beyond. These films cast a whole new light on the rivers in our own backyards, exploring and celebrating our relationship to the lands and rivers that surround us.

Opening Night – Meet the Filmmakers

Friday, October 12 at 6 pm

Wildish Theater in downtown Springfield, Or

The McKenzie River Trust will host an intimate evening with some of the Living River Festival filmmakers, a sneak peek at the new documentary film Willamette Futures (currently in production), and a catered reception by Heidi Tunnell Catering Co. Continue reading... “The Living River Film Festival: Oct 12-14”

Two Portland Made Films from the Brothers Freeman playing back to back nights at Film Festivals in Oregon.

October 15, 2012October 15, 2012 Todd E. Freeman Economic Impact, Events, Featured Videos, Film and Media Industry, Film Festivals, Incentives, Independent Films, Movies, Oregon Film, Portland1 Comment

PORTLAND, Oregon (October 15, 2012) The Feature Films The Weather Outside and Cell Count are screening on two nights at two Oregon film festivals.

First up is The Weather Outside and its World Premiere at this year’s Eugene International Film Festival. The Weather Outside is the story of Max who “finds himself separated from his family on Christmas Eve. He ultimately comes to the conclusion that his wife has left him and taken their children along with her. One year after the disappearance, he begins to discover that he might have one last risky chance to get them back. Continue reading... “Two Portland Made Films from the Brothers Freeman playing back to back nights at Film Festivals in Oregon.”

Oregon Vendor Spotlight: Acapulco’s Gold

October 10, 2012October 15, 2012 Oregon Film Economic Impact, Featured Videos, Film and Media Industry, Jobs, Oregon Film, Portland Acapulco's Gold, Economic Impact, Food, Grimm, Oregon Film Interns, Television2 Comments

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Today we bring your the final video (above) in our Summer Interns’ “Oregon Vendor Spotlight” video series. Today’s video features local restaurant, Acapulco’s Gold.

When a film or television show comes to town, many restaurants in the vicinity of the production see an immediate increase in business. Acapulco’s Gold, located near the NW Portland set of NBC’s “Grimm,” is no exception. After a long, strenuous day of filming, crew members often head to Acapulco’s Gold to kick back and relax in their friendly, one of a kind atmosphere.

Oregon Vendor Spotlight: City Liquidators

October 8, 2012October 10, 2012 Oregon Film Economic Impact, Featured Videos, Film and Media Industry, Jobs, Oregon Film, Portland, Production Services, Resources City Liquidators, Economic Impact, Grimm, Oregon Film Interns, Oregon Vendor Spotlight, portland, Television2 Comments

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This week we bring you the final two videos of our Summer Interns’ “Oregon Vendor Spotlight” video series. In today’s video (above), the Interns visit the Portland family owned City Liquidators.

What at first appeared to be a common furniture store has become a unique, one-stop shop for film and television productions looking to buy props and other items in the Portland area. City Liquidators, family owned and operated by the Pelett family, has seen a recent boost in business thanks to the film industry in Oregon.

U of O’s Cinema Studies and School of Music to Screen One of the First Student Films Shot at the U of O

October 4, 2012 Oregon Film UncategorizedLeave a Comment

UO Film on Film series presents “Ed’s Co-ed” accompanied by Beta Collide

University of Oregon’s Brian McWhorter composed and arranged the original score

Eugene, Ore. – (Oct. 8, 2012) – The Cinema Studies Department at the University of Oregon, in conjunction with the Working Filmmaker Series workshop, will present the 1929 Oregon film “Ed’s Co-ed” as the first screening in this year’s Film on Film series.

Showings of the movie are at 7 p.m on Friday, Oct. 12 and Saturday, Oct. Continue reading... “U of O’s Cinema Studies and School of Music to Screen One of the First Student Films Shot at the U of O”