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Case Study: Pipeworks’ “Zumba Fitness” Tops Global Charts

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One of the cool things about the animation/VFX industry is that it’s continually evolving beyond the established parameters. The artistry of a well generated scene or special effects sequence is now no longer confined to a piece of film, but has also begun to take on an interactive element as video games move closer to the cinematic boundary.

Pipeworks Software, based out of Eugene, is at the heart of this constantly shifting field. Ever turned on an Xbox or Xbox 360? Continue reading... “Case Study: Pipeworks’ “Zumba Fitness” Tops Global Charts”

BridgePort Brewing Presents Sound + Vision Fest at Hollywood Theatre

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BridgePort Brewing Company, Oregon’s oldest craft brewery, is proud to announce this year’s “Sound and Vision Fest” taking place at the Hollywood Theatre to benefit restoration projects at the 85 year-old Portland landmark.

The festival was created to showcase new or existing collaborations between musicians and filmmakers, exploring how the moving image informs musical performance and vice versa. Each night of the festival will be curated by a different local artist and will feature a mixture of film screenings and live music from favorite local bands. Continue reading... “BridgePort Brewing Presents Sound + Vision Fest at Hollywood Theatre”

“Some Days Are Better Than Others” at the Hollywood Theater 3/25

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Los Angeles, March 22, 2011 – Palisades Tartan announced today that SOME DAYS ARE BETTER THAN OTHERS, Matt McCormick’s debut feature, which stars Indie rock talents James Mercer from the Shins and Carrie Brownstein, vocalist/guitarist for Wild Flag and the now defunct Sleater-Kinney will open the Hollywood Theater in Portland on March 25th before opening wider across the country.

Brownstein can also be seen on PORTLANDIA, the new IFC Original short-based comedy series created, written by and starring Brownstein and Fred Armisen from Saturday Night Live. Continue reading... ““Some Days Are Better Than Others” at the Hollywood Theater 3/25”

Hollywood Theatre Broadens Programming, Events, Offerings; Establishes Strong Community Partnerships

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Film Action Oregon (FAO), the nonprofit owner/operator of Portland’s historic Hollywood Theatre and supporter of Oregon’s filmmaking community, is proud to announce an expansion in community partnerships that will boost programming, marketing, concession, membership and special event offerings to patrons of the Theatre.

“We see 2011 as a very exciting and opportunistic time for the Hollywood Theatre,” said Doug Whyte, executive director, FAO.   “Long a pillar of the community, we believe that the Hollywood has untapped potential that can be reached by upping our collaboration with a host of diverse and influential local organizations. Continue reading... “Hollywood Theatre Broadens Programming, Events, Offerings; Establishes Strong Community Partnerships”

Veteran Filmmaker Attends Film School

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Someone needs to sing their praises:  you know, the men and women who mentor, intern and teach film.  This last summer, I returned to the University of Oregon to attend classes being offered through the new Cinema Studies Department.  I had formerly attended the U of O as a child of the 60’s, who had wanted to be a poet. As a direct result of the people I met there, I became a poetic cinema filmmaker.

In those days we had a 16mm Éclair camera, a Nagra and a Movieola, making experimental films. Continue reading... “Veteran Filmmaker Attends Film School”

Put A Bird On It For Charity

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Below is some information we picked up from Producer David Cress regarding a fund raising event happening surrounding the local premiere of “Portlandia” on January 14.  I’m sure there will be more info on the January 14 Premiere as well as the after party coming very soon so stay tuned.  In the mean time, get your bird art out for a good cause!

(From David Cress, Carrie Brownstein,  and Film Action Oregon)

On January 14th, we will be having a premier and charity event in conjunction with the new IFC television series Portlandia.
Continue reading... “Put A Bird On It For Charity”

Live from Baker City, it’s New Year’s Eve!

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Very exciting news from Japan! They’ll be shooting LIVE in Baker City for their big  New Years Eve Show.   It’s sort of like our Dick Clark’s rockin’ New Years Eve,where they flip to different venues around the country-only the Japan version is flipping to different interesting venues around the world. Yep. That’s right, including us in Oregon. We think this is the first time Japan TV has ever broadcast live from Oregon for any reason. Unbelievable TV Show is one of the highest rated TV shows in Japan, now in its 11th season. Continue reading... “Live from Baker City, it’s New Year’s Eve!”

Polluted Pictures Presents Two Feature Films from the Brothers Freeman

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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. Continue reading... “Polluted Pictures Presents Two Feature Films from the Brothers Freeman”

‘Evidence of the Sasquatch,’ to Screen October 27th, 2010

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Four filmmakers embarked on a doomed location scout in the forests of the Pacific Northwest. What started as a preliminary scout at the base of the cascades, ended in a bloodbath in the unforgiving wilderness. ‘Evidence of the Sasquatch’ is the film shot during this scouting by the filmmakers. This footage was found and the film was put together chronologically to show what these pour souls experienced in the days leading up to their final moments. This film shows the undeniable truth about the existence of the Sasquatch. Continue reading... “‘Evidence of the Sasquatch,’ to Screen October 27th, 2010”