FilmNorth

If anyone has any information that they want to share with members, let me know so I can include it in the next blog.  If possible please try and send the information several weeks in advance.

Local events

CinemaSalem:

Munyurangabo will screen on Friday at (4:45), 7:00 and 9:00; Saturday at (12:30), (2:30), (4:45), 7:00 and 9:00; Sunday at (12:30), (2:30), (4:45) and 7:00: and Monday- Thursday at (4:45) and 7:00.

SURROGATES will screen Friday at (4:30), 7:15 and 9:30; Saturday at (12:00), (2:20), (4:30), 7:15 and 9:30; Sunday at (12:00), (2:20), (4:30) and 7:15; and Monday- Thursday at (4:30) and 7:15.

THE INFORMANT! will screen Friday at (5:15), 7:35 and 9:50; Saturday at (12:15), (2:45), (5:15), 7:35, and 9:50; Sunday at (12:15), (2:45), (5:15) and 7:35; and Monday-Thursday at (5:15) and 7:35.

PONYO will screen Friday at (4:15) and 6:45; Saturday at (11:45 AM), (2:00) and 6:45; Sunday at (11:45 AM) and (4:15); and Monday-Thursday at (4:45).

The wonderful film, THE DAY AFTER PEACE, will screen FOR FREE on Saturday morning at CinemaSalem, hosted by Girl Scout Troop 68760.

CAPE ANN COMMUNITY CINEMA KICKS OFF 32 STRAIGHT DAYS OF DOCUMENTARY FILMS WITH “DOCTOBERFEST”

[Gloucester, MA * September 21, 2009] - While the Cape Ann Community Cinema has been open in its new permanent home at 21 Main Street in Gloucester since July, they will make it official with a Grand Opening celebration on Tuesday, September 29th, followed by 32 straight days of documentary films, a film festival called called “DoctoberFest.”
The yellow - rather, red - carpet rolls out on Sept. 29 at 5:00pm, with free face painting and animated shorts for the munchkins. At 6:30pm, doors open for grown-ups and their guests, with complimentary light hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine. A preview of the fall season will begin at 7:30pm. Guests who stay through the party will be treated to a special free film screening, where all their troubles will melt like lemon drops. Because it is a school night, a free screening of the new “Wallace & Gromit” movie “A Matter Of Loaf And Death” will be presented Saturday, October 3 at 11:00pm, co-presented by Woodmans of Essex and TD Bank Essex.

On Thursday, October 1st, DoctoberFest kicks off with a festival preview, again with complimentary light hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine, followed by an Opening Night screening of the acclaimed documentary “The Way We Get By.” The film is a touching story of a group of troop greeters - senior citizens who gather daily at a small airport to thank American soldiers departing and returning from Iraq. Doors open at 6:30pm, with the festival preview starting at 7:30pm, followed by the film. Admission is $9.00 for adults, $7.50 for students and seniors.

DoctoberFest will feature 30 feature films from Thursday, October 1: “The Way We Get By,” “Paper Heart,” “Anvil: The Story Of Anvil,” “The End Of The Line,” “Scenes From A Parish,” “Hell On Wheels,” “Under Our Skin,” “43565,” “Afghan Star,” “Beyond Wiseguys: Italian Americans & The Movies,” “The Diary Of Sacco And Vanzetti,” “Free Swim,” “A Friend Indeed: The Bill Sackter Story,” “Yoo-Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg,” “Unmistaken Child,” “Earth Days,” “The Silence Before Bach,” “Women Of Faith,” “Enlighten Up!,” “Icons Among Us: Jazz In The Present Tense,” “Hippie Masala,” “Herb & Dorothy,” “A New Dance For America: The Choreography, Teachings And Legacy Of Doris Humphrey,” “First Impersonator,” “The AV Geeks Present: The Haunted Classroom,” “It Might Get Loud,” “Soul Power,” “Throw Down Your Heart,”
“Alfred Levitt: In Three Acts” and “The Lost Son Of Havana;” synopses and full schedule are listed on the Cinema’s website at www.CapeAnnCinema.com.

RAISING MONEY FOR LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS

Some of the film presentations during DoctoberFest are designated as fundraisers, benefitting local organizations:

* “Under Our Skin” (Oct. 5 @ 7:30pm), the engaging Lyme disease documentary, will benefit The Universalist Unitarian Society of Rockport.

* “Yoo-Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg” (Oct. 14 & 15 @ 7:30pm), about radio and television pioneer Molly Berg, will benefit Temple Ahavat Achim in Gloucester, which burned down in the Lorraine Apartments fire in December 2007.

* “A New Dance For America: The Choreography, Teachings And Legacy Of Doris Humphrey” (Oct. 24 @ 1:30pm) will benefit the Windhover Center For The Performing Arts in Rockport.

* “Alfred Levitt: In Three Acts” (Oct. 31 @ 2:00pm), about gifted storyteller, renowned artist, humanist, anarchist, sportsmen and spelunker Alfred Levitt(who did important work in Gloucester), will benefit The Rocky Neck Art Colony.

* “The Lost Son Of Havana” (Nov. 1 @ 7:30pm) about former Red Sox pitcher Luis Tiant’s return to his native Cuba after a 46-year absence, will benefit The J.J. Nicastro Foundation.

Tickets to all these fundraising events are $10.00 (no passes accepted) and can be purchased in advance at the cinema or online at www.CapeAnnCinema.com.

Festivals

Williamstown Film Festival When: 10/23/2009 — 11/01/2009 Where: Williamstown, Massachusetts Website: www.williamstownfilmfest.com
Contact Information
Contact Address: Box 81
Williamstown, Massachusetts 01267 Phone: (413) 458-9900
Event Details
From October 23-November 1, the Williamstown Film Festival will present 40 titles.

Student Shorts Contest!
Through September 30, 2009, college students may submit films of 10 minutes or less to WFF.
The winning short is guaranteed a slot in WFF’s 11th season. A DVD screener and the director’s contact information should be sent to:
WFF
145 Henderson Rd.
Williamstown,
MA 01267

Help Wanted

From Craigslist:

Producer / Editor
Start Date: 09/23/2009
Category: Affiliate Job
Company: CBS Television Stations -
Apply At: http://crewedup.com/jobs.php?id=2111
The CBS group in Boston is looking for a versatile producer/editor who is looking for an opportunity to work for a duopoly that does it all. RESPONSIBILITIES: Production: Work with Creative Services Director, Production Director and Account Executives to create works-of-art for clients; Meet with clients to assess needs and pitch ideas; Develop copy for commercials and innovative sales initiatives, including locally produced show What’s In Store; Facilitate shooting and Edit spots for deadline. Promotion: Develop brand-compliant copy for a variety of exciting, hit television shows including The Office; My Name Is Earl, Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy and more; Edit spots for all to marvel Required Skills/ExperienceThe right candidate will be organized, and able to multi-task.Be creative and resourceful and looking for a new challenge.Must have 3 years experience producing and editing. Non-linear editing skills are a must.Job StatusFull Time

Location: Boston

Compensation: yes

Videographer (Peabody, MA)
Reply to: lsorrentino@luxxcosmetics.com

We are launching an e-commerce retail venture selling our extensive product line of cosmetics and personnel care products.
To assist in our start up marketing campaign, Luxx cosmetics is looking for an experienced videographer to assist in the production of several short informative how-to videocasts showcasing various cosmetic applications.
Candidate must have own camera, basic lighting equipment, and lapel and hand held mic; and
good editorial and creative eye in shooting.
Compensations will commensurate with experience. Please email resume your resume to, lsorrentino@luxxcosmetics.com
Location: Peabody, MA
Compensation: Compensations will commensurate with experience
Principals only. Recruiters, please don’t contact this job poster.
Please, no phone calls about this job!
Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
Video Editors Part Time from Home (Anywhere)
Reply to: barth@pixability.com

Pixability is looking for a few good editors to supplement their
income and help launch our startup. Work on your PC or MAC from
anywhere in the world (in and around your busy work schedule). Make
$5,000 - $10,000 in extra yearly income editing business videos for
small market websites. Most edits can be completed in 4-5 hours.
Download raw materials from our website along with client instructions
and you are good to go.
Visit www.pixability.com/business to see samples of what you might edit.
You must be a storyteller. Clients upload raw footage- sometimes not
very professional looking- and we have to mold it into a two minute
Hollywood blockbuster. Most videos are “Who we are”, “How to”
or mini documentaries of a person or event.
We are looking for someone who owns and is proficient in either:
Final Cut Pro, or
Adobe Premiere Pro
(Final Cut Studio or Adobe Creative Suite Production Premium preferred)
Experience with either After Effects or Motion is helpful, An editor must use/own
Adobe Photoshop and be able to open Powerpoint files. NOTE: video files come in
many formats. You must have the ability to download and trouble shoot file
conversion issues.
Final edits are uploaded in .AVI or .MOV, 720×486
Email me today and I will send you more information.

Location: Anywhere
Compensation: $5,000 - $10,000 per year part time
This is a part-time job.
OK to highlight this job opening for persons with disabilities
Principals only. Recruiters, please don’t contact this job poster.
Please, no phone calls about this job!
Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

From http://www.newenglandfilm.com/:

Attractive actors needed for various roles, MANY roles are PAID.
Connecticut Massachusetts New England Unpaid (Union & Non-Union)
Equilibrio Films, LLC is seeking attractive actors to fit various roles for commercials and web videos. Particularly a Mom, Dad, 2 Boys, a Girl, a Young Couple, and kids in their late teens-early 20s. All roles are non-speaking. This is a great way for actors to build up a resume and gain experience on film productions.
To be considered, please email Jenn@equilibriofilms.com with:
Headshot
Candid non-professional snapshot or two
Resume
Current Age:
Eye color:
Hair Color:
Height:
Weight:
Bust size:
Measurements:
Tattoos or markings?:
Country of origin:
Ethnicity:
Contact Details: Jenn Ramsay Equilibrio Films, LLC jenn@equilibriofilms.com Website http://www.equilibriofilms.com/

Actor and Actress needed for short musical comedy
Massachusetts Paid (Union & Non-Union)
We’re looking for 1 actor and 1 actress for a short film we’re filming in mid to late October. It’ll take 1 to 1.5 days of work, most likely over a weekend. These are both major, non speaking roles. The film is a musical comedy so a good sense of humor is required.
Contact Andrew, send picture and brief resume
Contact Details: Andrew Avault Cover Up Films 6176420422 AndrewAvault@gmail.com

Japanese Travel Television Show seeks Bostonians
Massachusetts Paid (Non-Union Only)
A popular Japanese travel show features Boston area in October.
We’re looking for a few Bostonian who can appear on our show.
-Good Looking Guy
in his 20s, who can talk about his favorite places such as bar, restaurant in Boston.
The shooting takes only 1 hour.
Please submit with your recent picture and a few example of your favorite places.
-Recent Married Couple
in their 20s to early 30s.
We want film the wife cooking “Boston” breakfast to her husband and also film they’re having breakfast together at their apartment.
Contact Details: Kotaro Zazou Productions z.productionnyc@gmail.com

Technology

According to tests run by Computerworld, Internet Explorer 8 (IE8) was 9.6 times faster with Chrome Frame than IE8 on its own.

Misc. Odds and Ends

http://www.youtube.com/justsaylovemovie
Hello All
Two videos on JUST SAY LOVE. Would appreciate comments and please share this link with as many people as you can.
And remember OCT 22 The N E Premiere of JUST SAY LOVE at the Music Hall in Portsmouth NH www.themusichall.org
David
Just Say Love
’see the movie, say the mantra, experience the infinite”

Chuck says, “Please Join Us Oct. 23rd for The Next Filmmaker’s Shindig!!!”.
Event: Filmmaker’s Shindig
“We’re Back, and Better Than EVER!”
What: Club/Group Meeting
Start Time: Friday, October 23 at 9:00pm
End Time: Saturday, October 24 at 1:00am
Where: Blue 22
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=159513869387&mid=11ed3f4G4b589901Ge9831dG7

WGBH The Lab is proud to announce this fall’s Open Call: “Life Stories”
(http://lab.wgbh.org/open-call/nova/evolution).
Inspired by Nova’s spotlight programming on Darwin and evolution, this Open Call is a marriage of science and creativity. The Lab challenges the general public, independent media makers, emerging talent, and the like to consider their own compelling perspectives or “Life Stories”, craft unique videos, and share their vision with the world.
When Charles Darwin looked at life, he saw that all living things—from the tiniest ant to the largest whale, and even human beings—are related. In his view, everything alive today descended ultimately from one common ancestor, like relatives on a family tree.
Do you find this idea beautiful or disturbing? What do you see when you look at life?
We’d like to know.
This is a chance to share your vision with the world. We challenge you to make a three-minute video that offers a compelling perspective on all things living.
Feel free to explore new genres, original concepts, alternative points of view, visually driven story lines, and other less conventional story forms.
Be funny, provocative, and educational. Most important, be creative and have fun!
For inspiration, take a look at our weekly updated video short at: http://lab.wgbh.org/open-call/nova/evolution.
Eligibility:
Almost anyone with something to say about our current theme can participate in the Lab’s Open Call. To submit your completed video short, you:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be a US resident.
- Cannot be an employee of WGBH.
You must be able to:
- Certify that the completed work is original, and no other person or entity holds rights to the entry.
- Certify that the completed work has had no prior cable, network or public television broadcast in the US.
- Grant The WGBH Lab permission, to distribute your completed short in all manner and media to include, the web, and broadcast and cable television.
—————————————————————————————————
Have a question not answered? Send us an e-mail at: wgbhlab@wgbh.org .
All my best,
Stacy Buchanan
Project Marketing Coordinator
WGBH | The Lab

We are planning an event early next year. It will be a panel of local people in the business and they will be discussing how to survive and thrive in any economic condition. There will be a reception with food afterwards. We might have a donation of $5 to help cover expenses. There will be limited seating so I would like to know who would be interested in attending. I will be taking reservations in advance, so I will let you know the final plans.

Mike Evers won the Hannah award for volunteer of the year at BevCam. Chava Hudson and Film North won for the most Innovation award.

Rebecca Blizzard is leaving BevCam for Hawaii. She will be missed and hard to replace.

Remember to check with the filmnorth.org site to check on the latest news.

If anyone has any information that they want to share with members, let me know so I can include it in the next blog.  If possible please try and send the information several weeks in advance.

Local events

CinemaSalem:

THE INFORMANT! (R-108 minutes) will screen starting Friday at (5:15), 7:35 and 9:50; Saturday at (12:15), (2:45), (5:15), 7:35, and 9:50; Sunday at (12:15), (2:45), (5:15) and 7:35; and Monday-Thursday at (5:15) and 7:35.

PAINTING IN THE DARK (NR - 87 minutes) will screen starting Friday at (4:50), 7:00 and 9:30; Saturday and Sunday at (12:10), (2:00), (4:50) and 7:00; and Monday-Thursday at (4:50) and 7:00.
On Saturday night, September 19, Alex Stevens, who directed the film, and Dennis Starr, one of the leads, will be on hand to introduce the 7pm show and do a Q&A afterwards.

The MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FEST will screen on Friday at 7:00; Saturday at (2:30) and 7:00; Sunday at 7:00; and Monday-Thursday at 6:45.

500 DAYS OF SUMMER, returns for another week, screening Friday at (5:00) and 9:20; Saturday at (12:30), (5:00) and 9:20; Sunday at (12:30), (2:30) and (5:00); and Monday- Thursday at 5:00.

WHITEOUT (R - 101 minutes) which will screen on Friday at (4:45) and 7:15; Saturday and Sunday at (12:00), (2:15), (4:45) and 7:15; and Monday-Thursday at (4:45) and 7:15.

ROCKY HORROR at 10 pm, featuring the Teseracte Players of Boston.

On Saturday night at 10 pm, we’ll present the current hottest cult film, DR HORRIBLE’S SING ALONG BLOG, followed by a screening of the Sci-Fi classic, SERENITY. The admission for the two movies is $20 and proceeds are donated to Equality Now, an organization devoted to ensuring equal and humanitarian treatment of women and girls around the world.

The Cape Ann Community Cinema
21 Main Street - 2nd Floor
Gloucester, MA 01930
(978) 309-8448
http://www.CapeAnnCinema

THE GIRLFRIEND EXPERIENCE
Fri. 9/18 @ 7:30pm; Sat. 9/19 @ 5pm & 7:30pm; Sun. 9/20 @ 5:00pm & 7:30pm; Tues. 9/22 @ 7:30pm; Wed. 9/23 @ 5:00pm; Thurs. 9/24 @ 5:00pm

IL VIAGGIO A REIMS
Encore performance Sat. 9/19 @ 1pm

THE ROOM
Sat. 9/19 @ 10:00pm

WILD STRAWBERRIES
Wed. 9/16 @ 7:30pm; Thurs. 9/17 @ 7:30pm

Festivals

Host: NewEnglandFilm.com
Type: Other - Festival
Network: Global
Price: $9
Date: Thursday, October 15, 2009
Time: 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Location: Coolidge Corner Theater
Street: 290 Harvard St
City/Town: Brookline, MA
Join NewEnglandFilm.com, the filmmakers from the Online New England Film Festival and industry leaders for the Awards Ceremony and Networking Night at the Coolidge Corner Theater. A selection of films from the festival will be screened and the jury & audience awards will be announced in each category. Tickets can be purchased through the Coolidge Corner Theater: http://www.coolidge.org/showtimes

NEWBURYPORT DOCUMENTARY FILM FESTIVAL, Sept. 25-27 Various locations in downtown Newburyport. www.newburyportfilmfestival.org
NEW HAMPSHIRE FILM FESTIVAL, Oct. 15-18 Various venues in Portsmouth. www.nhfilmfestival.com

BOSTON PALESTINE FILM FESTIVAL, Oct. 16-Nov. 1 Museum of Fine Arts, Kendall Square, Harvard University, Boston College. www.bostonpalestinefilmfest.org

BOSTON JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL, November 4-15 Museum of Fine Arts and other Greater Boston venues, www.bjff.org

Help Wanted

Videographer (part-time)

Job Location: NECN - 160 Wells Avenue, Newton, MA 02459 Application Closing Date: When filled
Job Description:
NECN, America’s largest and most honored regional news network, has an immediate part-time opening for a motivated and professional part-time news videographer in our Newton, MA headquarters. Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree is preferred, additional work experience may be substituted. The successful candidate should have a love for videography, a positive attitude, exceptional videography skills, and at least 5 years of shooting experience. Creativity is a must.
Please submit resume and tape with cover letter to: Andrea LePain, Co-Managing Editor, NECN, 160 Wells Avenue, Newton, MA 02459 or email to:alepain@necn.com
No phone calls please.

From http://www.newenglandfilm.com:

DP/Editor Sought for ongoing projects
Paid (Union & Non-Union)
DP/Producer looking to partner with experienced DP and or DP/Editor for ongoing stock footage contract. I have recently relocated to New England, however my old partner chose to stay in California and shoot features. He had a Red Camera and FCP. Access to a professional HD camera setup as well as basic lighting is necessary. Please see our website http://www.digitalfilmhouse.net and email me to discuss.
Contact Details: Jeff Hoffman Digital Film House 805-395-4097 jeffhoffman@digitalfilmhouse.net

Clone Doubles Sought for Sci-Fi Action Film
Connecticut Paid (Union & Non-Union)
Sci-fi action film seeking male Caucasian 18-25 year old actors to play ‘clone’ doubles. Must be approx. 5’ 10” tall, fit, with b rown hair. Need to be willing to get a military-style haircut. Open casting call on Sept 24 & 25. For more info, please contact StoryForge at info@storyforge.tv.
Contact Details: Steve Lettieri StoryForge Labs LLC info@storyforge.tv Website http://www.storyforge.tv/

Video Production and Editing Instructor - Portuguese
Paid (Union & Non-Union)
Portuguese speaking instructor needed to teach adults digital video production and Final Cut editing. Workshops are three or four, 2.5 hour sessions. The classes take place in Union Square, Somerville in the evening and/or on Saturdays. All equipment, class space, and insurance are provided. $25/hour. Send resume and cover letter by email, and DVD reel to 90 Union Square, Somerville, MA 02143.
Contact Details: Wendy Blom Somerville Community Access Television 617-628-8826 info@access-scat.org Website http://access-scat.org/

ACTRESS WANTED: (30-50) For Lead Role in Short Art Film CLAIRE
(Non-Union Only)
“CLAIRE” is a short Artistic Film about a woman feeling constraint from her mundane office work. It’s when she gets home she feels liberated, creative, at peace. (Please Advise, this role calls for Tasteful Artistic Nudity). Claire is an artist and naturist at heart. As she paints she transcends into a peaceful light, feeling liberated from material, shame, clothing, work. She is her own strong self. The story flows with narration of Claire’s thoughts along with a beautiful play of piano. - If interested Please contact with Subject heading “Claire”, headshot, and Age.
Contact Details: DK Expressionist Art Expressionist7@yahoo.com

Gaffer Employer: Votary Films Location: Worcester, Massachusetts Employment Type: Lo/No Deferred Experience: - Familiarity with film lighting gear.
- Some understanding of lighting for dramatic narrative films.
Details
The Legend of Oak Swamp, a feature film currently in development by Jedidiah Burdick (www.silktreesthemovie.com) is seeking an experienced Gaffer for a four day shoot from October 15 to 18 in the central Massachusetts area. The shoot is for a pitch trailer for the film to be included in the business plan package. This film is an action adventure tale of three children lost in a treacherous swamp inhabited by strange and dangerous creatures created by WWII genetic experiments gone wrong. This is a non-union shoot.
This trailer is being shot on the RED ONE with an experienced cinematographer and includes several CG elements being created by experienced VFX artists. We are looking for a detail oriented and motivated gaffer to be part of our trailer production. Payment of this project is good, but deferred. More important is the possibility of moving on to the feature.
For more information about The Legend of Oak Swamp, please visit www.oakswamp.com. To see a trailer for Jedidiah Burdick’s previous feature film, please visit: www.silktreesthemovie.com.
Please contact Jedidiah Burdick with your resume
Jedidiah Burdick Address: 93 Edgemere Blvd
Shrewsbury, Massachusetts 01545 Phone: (508) 667-2626

Camera-person, part time
Reply to: job-k9nza-1373655000@craigslist.org

TV Chanel is looking for a part-time Camera-man in Boston area
If you are inquisitive and active person who is interested in video filming and journalism, we offer you to gain a unique experience by working for our News program!
Students are welcome too!
Requirements:
Must have own camera DVCam
Must have basic lighting equipment and a lapel mic and a hand held mic.
Must have 1-2 years experience as a cameraperson
Must be competent in digitization of video

Responsibilities:
Must be available once in 2-3 weeks to videotape short reports (schedule to be given 2-3 days in advance).
Must be available to sometimes travel to different locations in Boston, NYC, and DC (travel will be compensated) to shoot events TV-chanel is interestd in.
Must be detail-oriented, focused, and responsible.

Compensation:
We plan to pay by the hour. In your email, please tell us your hourly rate. Travel to location will be compensated for shoots outside of Boston.

From Craigslist:
Production Assistant (North Shore/Boston)
Reply to: gigs-fsjqd-1376565356@craigslist.org

I need a PA for upcoming video shoot. You should be familiar with camera/lighting equipment, be organized and efficient.
Dates Oct 5th to 10th.

Location: North Shore/Boston
it’s NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
Compensation: TBD

Misc. Odds and Ends

An awards ceremony and screening will take place on Thursday October 15, 2009 at 7 pm at the Coolidge Corner Theater in Boston, Massachusetts. The screening committee will select jury prizes in each category, and audience awards will awarded based on online voting results. The theatrical screening will showcase a selection of award-winners in each category.

Event Location: Coolidge Corner Theatre
Cost: $9

Video Party is now accepting submissions for our next screening event.
If you have a short film, video or animation that in some way relates to the themes of “TIME & SPACE”, please submit your work today.
Details online at www.videoparty.info or the Video Party Facebook Group.
DEADLINE: November 1st, 2009

Michael Moore’s “Capitalism: A Love Story” won the Leoncino d’Oro award, given to one film each year by a jury of young adults in Venice and The Open Prize, given to the film that best honors the art of cinema at the Venice Film Festival.

If anyone has any information that they want to share with members, let me know so I can include it in the next blog.  If possible please try and send the information several weeks in advance.

Local events

CinemaSalem:

The next Discount Variety is next Thursday, September 17, and will feature Tim McIntire, an awesome Boston-area comic, and musical guest Brendan Boogie, who reminds a lot of people of Elvis Costello and Cheap Trick. Sounds like fun. Show starts at 8 pm and costs only $5.

PAINTING IN THE DARK, which will be playing for a week in the Screening Room starting Friday, September 18. This will be the first theatrical presentation of the film.
On Saturday night, September 19, Alex Stevens, who directed the film, and Dennis Starr, one of the leads, will be on hand to introduce the early evening screening and answer your questions about the creative and production process. We think you’ll enjoy meeting these guys and hearing their perspectives, and we’ll also be interested in your thoughts on the film.

WHITEOUT will open on Friday, playing at (4:45), 7:15 and 9:40: Saturday at (12:00), (2:15), (4:45), 7:15 and 9:40; Sunday at (12:00), (2:15), (4:45) and 7:15; and Monday-Thursday at (4:45) and 7:15.

MILK IN THE LAND will be playing on Friday at (3:45), (5:30), 7:30 and 9:30; Saturday at (12:10), (2:00), (3:45), (5:30), 7:30 and 9:30; Sunday at (12:10), (2:00), (3:45), (5:30) and 7:30; and Monday-Thursday at (5:30) and 7:30.

INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS, screening on Friday at (3:30), 6:45 and 9:50; Saturday at (12:15), (3:30), 6:45 and 9:50; Sunday at (12:15), (3:30) and 6:45; and Monday-Thursday at (4:00) and 7:00.

The Cape Ann Community Cinema, located at 21 Main Street in downtown Gloucester, will present the film event at 2:30pm on Saturday, September 26th and Sunday, September 27th for a special price of $12.00, all seats. The special event marks the start of the CACC’s fall and winter opera season.

The theatrical trailer for La Bohème can be viewed at http://labohemethemovie.com/trailer.htm.

IN THE LOOP
SHOW TIMES: Friday, Sept. 11 @ 7:30pm; Saturday, Sept. 12 @ 5:00pm & 7:30pm; Sunday, Sept. 13 @ 5:00pm & 7:30pm; Wednesday, Sept. 16 @ 5:00pm; Thursday, Sept. 17 @ 5:00pm; Tickets $9.00 adults, $7.50 students & seniors; $6.00 members

ESSENTIAL ART HOUSE: THE SEVENTH SEAL (Ingmar Bergman, 1957, Sweden)
SHOW TIMES: Wednesday & Thursday, Sept. 16 & 17 @ 7:30pm; Tickets $9.00 adults, $7.50 students & seniors; $6.00 members

OPERA ON THE ISLAND: IL VIAGGIO A REIMS
SHOW TIME: Saturday, Sept. 12 @ 1:00pm; Tickets $17.50, $15.00 members

Festivals

The 2009 Boston Film Festival celebrates a Landmark year with a distinct program of films on September 18-24 at the Kendall Square Cinema in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
http://www.bostonfilmfestival.org/

Newburyport Documentary Film Festival 09/25/2009 — 09/27/2009 Newburyport, Massachusetts Website: www.newburyportfilmfestival.org

Call For Entries!!! (Foxboro, MA)
Reply to: gigs-6uvu2-1366226790@craigslist.org

Killer Film Fest is looking for short horror/thriller themed films. killer Film Fest is at the Orpheum Theater in Foxboro, MA on Friday November 6th and Saturday November 14th. We would like to showcase some of the locale films from the New England area.

If you have a short film you would like to submit, please go to http://www.killerfilmfest.com/submissions.html Submissions are FREE!!!!

You will receive 4 tickets to the night your film is screened, you will have a full page on the killer Film Fest website with any links you want and you will have the chance to sell any merchandise at the table in the lobby.

PLEASE submit your film ASAP since the dates are closing in.

From http://www.newenglandfilm.com:

The Tribeca Film Festival is gearing up for submissions for 2010 and has a deadline fast approaching. NYC filmmakers should submit their work September 14th to be considered; however, there are more opportunities for submission in November, December and January. Find out more here. http://www.tribecafilm.com/festival/news-views/Dates_Announced_2010_Tribeca_Film_Festival.html

The deadline for the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival is fast approaching. Postmark your work by October 20th to make the final deadline for an opportunity to screen at the February festival of nonfiction film. That would be you, documentary filmmakers! Big Sky will be awarding best documentary feature, best documentary short, best mini-doc and best documentary about the American West.
http://www.bigskyfilmfest.org/

Go to http://newenglandfilm.com/festival/2009 to see the First Online New England Film Festival September 1-October 15, 2009.

Help Wanted

From Chuck Slavin’s New England Talent & Crew:
.
World War II short action drama looking for union and non-union actors (Boston, MA)
This will be a SAG deferred payment set for an Emerson College thesis project. Visit http://www.facebook.com/l/;www.sacrificeontheante.com/script.html to download a copy of the script.
We are casting the following roles:
- Tuesday, September 15th – 6-10pm
o WILLIAM (85)
o BILLY (9)
- Wednesday, September 16th – 6-10pm
o EVELYN (83)
o MICHELLE (41)
- Friday, September 18th – 5-10pm
o WILLIAM (20)
o OTTO (18)
o HARRISON (19)
o DONALDSON (22)
o EDDIE (24)
o JOHN (22)
o SECOND LIEUTENANT
o RADIO OPERATOR
Auditions will take place at 150 Boylston Street, Boston, MA in Room 117. E-mail a headshot and resume to northzonepictures@gmail.com to set up an audition time. Please specify which role(s) you are interested in auditioning for.
Shooting dates are October 15th-18th in Leicester, MA.
***********
Jodi Purdy-Quinlan of South Shore Casting Seeking Actors for “The Fixer” TV Pilot
I am pleased to be casting principal and day player roles, as well as extras for the “The Fixer” a TV Pilot (and series) shooting in the Boston area.
Please send your headshot and resume to TheFixerCasting@gmail.com and a hard copy to our mailing address at SSC, 150 Middle Street, Weymouth, MA 02189. Auditions will be held our Studio at SSC, Hanover Mall, 1775 Washington St., Suite 401, Hanover, MA 02339 at dates to be announced.
Here is a breakdown of some of the characters to be cast:
BATHUS:
Bathus is a serious bad-ass. After failing Selection for entry into the Fixer Service, Bathus became a Specter, an elite security force of vampires that provides protection to vampire communities across the world. Absolute masters of infiltration and camouflage, Specters on active duty say almost nothing except to each other and are absolutely lethal. Able to appear as if by magic, their skills are only just below those of a Fixer.
Bathus himself is in supreme physical condition and harbors serious resentment about failing Selection. This hatred has fueled his dislike of Lawson.
ARTHUR:
A gnarled British ex-Fixer who works as the butler/security detail at the Council building in Boston, Arthur has seen it all. Twice. Still fit and able to kick-ass if needed, Arthur much prefers to spend his time working on a peculiar alcoholic blood drink that he lovingly refers to as “boomshanka.” The recipe tends to change quite a bit. Arthur’s other favorite item is his Mossberg shotgun, which he will carry into combat when called upon.
A good deal older than Lawson, Arthur still carries a lot of bad memories around, including one particular case that still haunts him to this day, which will be explored in a future Lawson novel.
STEPHANE:
Rather slovenly, Stephane has gotten fat off the finer things in life, which he has acquired through a variety of illegal means. Somewhat older than Lawson, Stephane is stocky and rather greasy to look at. He flaunts his nouveau riche status, but underneath the pomp, he’s still very much the street urchin.
MARTINA:
The armorer assigned to the Boston station, Martina is a 20-something who can appear both bookish and drop-dead gorgeous. Behind her glasses, Martina is itching to get into combat. She wants nothing more than to become a Fixer, but has settled for being the resident gun genius, because her destiny didn’t aim her into the Fixer service. Martina has many sides, including a secret desire to be a pop singer. But Martina makes no secret of the fact that she pines for Lawson.
Martina is in excellent shape and keeps expanding her abilities as she constantly tries to prove that she is every bit the equal of any operational Fixer in the Service today.
NILES:
Niles is Lawson’s 30-something Control. A recent transplant to Boston, Niles made his first appearance in the 3rd Lawson novel, The Destructor. Lawson’s opinion of their first meeting was that Niles was a poor excuse for a Control but over the course of the novel, that opinion changed dramatically. In Lawson’s estimation, Niles is the best Control he’s ever had.
Niles is thin and tall, but very strong thanks to his devotion to Pilates. While Niles tends to keep his social life out of conversation, he is gay and loves Boston’s nightclub scene. Lawson has no idea if Niles has anyone serious in his life. Niles’ attitude is very much summed up by the idea that when it’s time to work, it’s time to work. While his status as a Control means he doesn’t see much action, he has fought by Lawson’s side, thereby earning him even more respect from the Fixer.
***********

From Craigslist:
Sound Technician - $150 (Boston)

Reply to: gigs-q2n2f-1359444622@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Sound technician with own equipment needed to record hi quality audio of a children’s event at the Copley Library in Boston Saturday Oct. 3, 2009 from 11 am - 1 pm and provide MP3 files. There will be three videographers and a main PA system on site. Please provide info about the type of equipment you have and your experience.

Location: Boston
it’s NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
Compensation: $150.00

Misc. Odds and Ends

From Chuck Slavin:
CORRECTION: First and foremost let me apologize for my spelling errors. Rep. D’Amico was originally backed by the AFL-CIO. I mistakenly thought it carried over. He ran unopposed in the last election cycle for his first reelection campaign, thus he did not seek or need endorsement money or volunteers. His next election however there will be opposition and he may be knocking on the union doors again. With all of the press D’Amico has had concerning his opposition to MA film credits, I would have liked to have seen a more active response from the union that it directly affects, as well as the unions it indirectly affects. That is why I reached out to you. I speak only for myself and do not represent the Union in any way in this urge for action. I will certainly be asking for your help in the future when a challenger arises to take Rep. D’Amico’s seat! Those of you who took the time to write our letter made that statement! Mr. D’Amico has in the past, and is presently receiving union backing as seen by his OCPF report. I want to make sure that our union and affiliated unions are indeed aware of his stance on the film industry and how it directly and/or indirectly affects all related unions and its membership. Since SAG and AFTRA, of which I am a dues paying member, is associated with the AFL-CIO, I felt that it was important for this leadership to know how I, and how my fellow union brothers and sisters stood with regard to this MA lawmaker. I was mistaken of his current status, but I am glad many members feel the same way and I am sure we have sent a strong message. I have also corrected the letter seen below. Please feel free to keep passing it on. The New England Film Movement continues…

If anyone has any information that they want to share with members, let me know so I can include it in the next blog.  If possible please try and send the information several weeks in advance.

The annual members meeting will be coming up October 14.

Local events

CinemaSalem:

Fox’s GLEE, which premieres next Wednesday, September 9 at 9 pm. So come on in next Wednesday night for the first free Glee show (for free!) on the big screen . Simply stop in at the Café for your free pass.

Coming to the Screening Room in two weeks (opening September 18) is a locally produced comedy called PAINTING IN THE DARK. There’s an excellent chance that the film’s director will be doing a Q & A after the evening show on Saturday night, September 19.

500 DAYS OF SUMMER (PG13 - 96 minutes) will screen Friday (5:00), 7:00 and 9:15; Saturday and Sunday at (12:30), (2:30), (5:00), 7:00 and 9:15; Monday (Labor Day) at (12:30), (2:30), (5:00) and 7:00; and Tuesday- Thursday at (5:00) and 7:20.

INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS, is screening on Friday at (3:30), 6:45 and 9:50; Saturday and Sunday at (12:15), (3:30), 6:45 and 9:50; Monday at (12:15), (3:30) and 6:45; and Tuesday-Thursday at (4:00) and 7:00.

SHORTS (PG) starts Friday at (4:00) and 6:30; Saturday-Monday at (12:00), 2:00 and 6:30; and Tuesday-Thursday at (4:15).

GI JOE (PG13) will play Friday at 8:30; Saturday-Monday at (4:00) and 8:30; and Tuesday-Thursday at 7:10.

BLOODY MONDAYS & STRAWBERRY PIES will play Friday at (4:30), 7:15 and 9:00; Saturday and Sunday at (12:10), (2:15), (4:30), 7:15 and 9:00; Monday at (12:10), (2:15), (4:30) and 7:15: and Tuesday- Thursday at (4:30) and 7:15.

French Film night is this Thursday night
.

The Cape Ann Community Cinema

(978) 309-8448 [office]
(978) 879-4294 [alternate]
http://www.CapeAnnCinema.com

EASY VIRTUE
Rated PG-13, 97 minutes
SHOWTIMES: Friday, Sept. 4 @ 7:30pm; Saturday, Sept. 5 through Monday, Sept. 7 @ 5:00pm & 7:30pm
September 9 & 10 @ 7:30pm:

LA STRADA (Federico Fellini, 1954, Italy)
September 16 & 17 @ 7:30pm:

THE SEVENTH SEAL (Ingmar Bergman, 1957, Sweden)

Festivals

Newburyport Documentary Film Festival When: 09/25/2009 — 09/27/2009 Where: Newburyport, Massachusetts Website: www.newburyportfilmfestival.org

Help Wanted

1st AD (Non-Union)
Employer: Girlfriend, LLC Location: Wayland, Massachusetts Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $150.00 Per Day Experience: Indie shoot experience preferred. We had a 1st, but just lost him due to an emergency personal issue. Need someone to step in on short notice and make our show run. Must understand EP Scheduling. Strip Boards, ability to run set.
Details
20 day shoot. 3 recognizable cast members. Some scheduling changes likely due to actor availability. Must be able to use EP Scheduling. Understanding of Strip Boards and One Line. Ability to run set and no fear of pushing director to make the day. Ambitious schedule requires personality who can take charge but also be understanding of delays which are bound to happen.
Contact Information
Name: Shaun O’Banion Address: 1707 Phelan Lane, Unit B
Los Angeles, California 90278

From Chuck Slavin:

My friend is in need of some actors. Feel free to pass this along to the acting community as some part time income for actors.
Bob Sheehan of Coast Line Advertising in North Andover is looking for responsible actors to work trade show (home show) booths for some of his clients. he is looking for attractive outgoing people to engage patrons, answer a few basic questions and collect their contact information. If interested contact bob@coastlineadv.com.

Casting Call Ultra-Low Budget SAG Agreement (passed on from Kevin Fennessy) Union & Non-UnionShare
Yesterday at 2:36pm
Passed on from Kevin Fennessy…
Joseph the Prophet – Feature Film
Paid (Union & Non-Union)
Joseph the Prophet is an independent feature film production and will possibly be produced under the ultra-low budget SAG agreement. It will have a limited theatrical release in spring 2010.
Auditions: Sept 2-3 in Boston
Shooting period: Sept 24-26/Nov 11-25, 2009 in MA (subject to change)
Pay: Depending on role and experience
We are looking for the following lead actors (all Caucasian):
Male, early 20s
Male, mid to late 20s
Female, early 20s
Male, 50s
Male, 40s
Female, 50s
Auditions will be held September 2-3 in Boston. Please email us your headshot and resume.
Contact Details:
Christian Vuissa
Mirror Films
info@mirrorfilms.com
http://www.mirrorfilms.com
Synopsis: In 1827, Joseph Smith was only 21 years old, when he claimed to have received a prophetic calling to translate ancient scriptures. The film portrays the events that lead up to the publishing of The Book of Mormon.

From Craigslist:

Crew for feature film + RED one Owner/Op (MA)
Reply to: gigs-y6hfr-1353512873@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

***PLEASE respond with ONLY the listed position title in the subject line!!!***
E-mails with different subject titles will be deleted
We are just starting the pre-pro phase of a feature horror film shooting in August of 2010. This shoot will be for 5 weeks straight with 6 shooting days a week at about 10-14 hours per day. 3-4 weeks of the shoot will be shot at a very large farm and everyone will have the option of setting up a tent in “Tent City”. The tent field (tent city) will have enough room for 40+ sleeping tents, 2 large enclosed tents, portable toilets, showers and a large fire pit. We are offering this because the farm is out of the way of any large town.
Listed below are the positions and rates available. This is a low budget film so the rates are lower than union and are WEEKLY flat rates.
Please respond with:
- Position title ONLY, in the e-mail’s subject line
- Resume
- If position requires (w/equipment), please list your full equipment package
Position/Weekly rate
Production Manager/$600.00
Production PA/Intern/$300.00
Production PA/Intern/$300.00
Assistant Director/$600.00
Script Supervisor/$600.00
Director of Photography/$2,500.00
w/RED Camera package
(Full grip truck with loads
of lights and other equipment
will be supplied BY US)
1st AC/$600.00
Gaffer/$800.00
Electric/$600.00
Electric/$600.00
Key Grip/$800.00
Grip/$600.00
Grip/$600.00
PA/Intern/$300.00
PA/Intern/$300.00
Sound Mixer/$800.00
w/equipment
Boom Operator/$600.00
Craft Service/$600.00
Craft Service/Intern/$300.00
Art Director/$800.00
Wardrobe/$600.00
Props/$600.00
Hair/Makeup/$600.00
Hair/Makeup/Intern/$300.00
SFX Makeup (15 days)/$600.00
SFX Makeup (15 days)/Intern/$300.00
Editor (on set)/$800.00
Assistant Editor (on set)/Intern/$300.00

Location: MA
it’s NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
Compensation: Listed Rate + 3 meals a day

PostingID: 1353512873

Camera / Production Assistant
Reply to: job-wd57q-1351481363@craigslist.org
Looking for 3 camera assistants, open to assist production as well.
Must have experience assisting cameras and a valid driver license.
Pay 16/hour.
Please send resume or refferences and the easiest way to contact.
Production Assistants needed for Contestant/Reality shoot 9/7 to 9/11 (Boston)

Reply to: job-an5hy-1352143263@craigslist.org [

We are looking for several Production Assistants to help us with a contestant-based game show, which will be shooting in Boston Tuesday 9/8 through Thursday 9/10/09. However, the positions that we have to fill span from Monday 9/7 until Friday 9/11.
Please only apply if you have previous experience working as a production assistant, either in television, film, or commercials, and have a valid driver’s license. If you have your own vehicle, that is preferred as well, but not an absolute requirement. To Apply, send an email to AWDbostonPA@gmail.com with your résumé or credits-list attached as a PDF, and your DATES AVAILABLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF THE EMAIL. Also please include a brief paragraph in the body of the email explaining your experience and what departments you’ve worked with in the past, and what you prefer.
The positions available are as follows:
• PA/Driver - Will drive a follow minivan with producers, following contestants driving the streets of Boston. Must know how to get around Boston WELL, and have a current driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Producer’s PA - Will be working with one of the producers to assist them in facilitating their segments on a given day.
• Runner PA - Will work with our production coordinator to assist with different runs that may be needed.
• Stunt PA - Will assist the stunts department. Preferably someone with some rigging experience.
• Art PA - Will assist the art department. Preferably someone with art department experience.
• AD’s PA - Will assist the AD in moving set along. Preferably someone with experience on-set.
Though these are positions we have available, if we bring you on, your placement would be at the Production Coordinator’s discretion, so you may be moved around to assist departments other that those you start off with.
The rate is $150 for 12 hours, with meal/meal reimbursement included. Overtime will be paid over 12 hours (not including meal-breaks). This could be a great opportunity for someone that may have studied film or television, and wants to get credits under their belt.

From http://www.newenglandfilm.com:

AV Technician Needed (load in)
Massachusetts Paid (Non-Union Only)
Audiovisual technician with experience in trade show booths needed for set up of a booth at the Boston Convention Center. 2 day load in of just AV equipment.
If interested, email me at chris@videoresources.com
Thank you!
Contact Details: Chris Wells Video Resources, Inc. (508) 485-8100 chris@videoresources.com

Female 40ish Talent
Massachusetts Paid (Non-Union Only)
We are looking for 1 female actor (see below for specific look). The actor will be shot on green screen.
what we are looking for:
-female
-mid 40s (can look a little younger)
-polished and stylish
-should have an expressive face
-any ethnicity is fine
-talent should also have a nice voice
-the role of the talent will be saying “yes or no” to certain items
The casting call day will be Tuesday September 1st.
The shoot will be Friday September 4th if called back or possibly Tuesday September 8th.
We will need non-union actors.
Contact Details: actors.green@yahoo.com actors.green@yahoo.com

Corporate/Industrial Video Casting in Providence - Fri. Sept 4
Rhode Island Paid (Non-Union Only)
Auditions for Corporate/Industrial Video in Providence (non-union). To be shot the last two weeks of September.
Pulse Media is seeking 4 Roles:
2 females age 30-55
2 males age 25-45
(For detailed Character Descriptions click the Job Title/Link.)
Actors of diverse ethnic backgrounds encouraged to audition. Compensation = $200-$600/day based on role.
Auditions to be held Friday, September 4th between 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm. To make an apointment please call Perishable Theatre at 401-331-2695 X 304. Please bring current headshot.
Contact Details: Casting Perishable Theatre 401-331-2695 X 304

Animation studio looking for skilled Maya artist for children’s feature
Massachusetts Paid (Non-Union Only)
Darkside Films and Hargant Entertainment have expanded into the world of computer animation and are looking for a few Maya experts to round out our team as we begin the final phase of or production.
We’re looking for motivated, sefl-starters with the ability to multi-task and has great time management skills, as well as being an ace animator! The majority of the workload is animation, but there will probably be some modeling/rigging needed as well. Knowledge of Lightwave is also a huge plus.
Contact Details: David Kann Hargant Entertainment (508) 404 - 3962 David@darksidefilms.com

ASSOCIATE PRODUCER -for new Tween Kids Comedy Cooking Webisodes
Massachusetts Paid (Union & Non-Union)
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER wanted for new TWEEN KIDS COMEDY COOKING WEBISODES SERIES. Former Sesame Street EP seeks smart, writer with excellent marketing, production and web design experience. Production experience, photoshop, powerpoint and excel required. Connection to music and production scene in Boston a plus. $16 p/hour for minimum of 15-20 hrs p/week. Starts in Sept.
Pls send CV, Cover Letter and 3 references with contact info to: nlrogoff@fas.harvard.edu
Contact Details: Natasha L. Rogoff KidsCOOK Productions 202-309-3516 nlrogoff@fas.harvard.edu Website http://finkyskitchen.com/

EXUCUTIVE PRODUCER OR MONEY PERSON FOR FEATURE FILM “JERSEYSUREEXIT82″
New York Paid (Union & Non-Union)
A 14 year old Danny Coyle, from the mean streets of South Boston Massachusetts, A.K.A., Southie! The home of the Irish Mafia, moves to a suburban town in NJ. The 16 year old street wise boy steals one too many cars and is sentenced to spend time in Juvenile Hall till his 18th. birthday. His Italian cellmate Carmine Daddario is the son of a New Jersey mob boss and the two become inseparable. Now in their fifties they work together in brutal harmony. The two live their gangster life under the radar of paid off law enforcement officials.
Contact Details: Bill Kelly Writer Bill Kelly 609 432-8522 actorbillkelly@aol.com

WebActor Casting $450 per Commercial
Connecticut Los Angeles Maine Massachusetts New England New Hampshire New York Rhode Island Vermont Paid (Union & Non-Union)
WebActor is casting for various client projects. Most of the projects are Internet Commercials and some TV.
Please submit headshot and professional resume at http://castingscience.com and select WebActor for the Project. We are looking for talented performers with that special spark. We will contact you either via phone or email if we want to audition you or see some of your work! These are on-going projects with WebActor and most of the actors we hire are used 4-10 times per month for various commercials.
Contact Details: Website http://castingscience.com/

Music Composers
Massachusetts Paid (Union & Non-Union)
Music Composer to create original score for independent action spoof of Raiders of the Lost Ark. Jimmy Buffett inspired theme. Music must be a blend of John Williams and Hans Zimmer from Pirates of the Caribbean. The movie takes place in the islands and needs to be arranged in a Calypso style using steel drums and other instruments. We have more detailed information for you if you are interested. Please go to our website and watch some of our trailers to understand what the movie is about. http://www.take12tom.com/BURIEDTREASURE.html. www.take12tom.com. www.indianajames.com.
Contact Details: Thomas Pimentel TNT LTD. PRODUCTIONS 781-718-0326 take12tom@yahoo.com Website http://www.take12tom.com/indianajames.html

Joseph the Prophet
Massachusetts Paid (Union & Non-Union)
Joseph the Prophet is an independent feature film production and will possibly be produced under the ultra-low budget SAG agreement. It will have a limited theatrical release in spring 2010.
Auditions: Sept 2-3 in Boston
Shooting period: Sept 24-26/Nov 11-25, 2009 in MA (subject to change)
Pay: Depending on role and experience
We are looking for the following lead actors (all Caucasian):
Male, early 20s
Male, mid to late 20s
Female, early 20s
Male, 50s
Male, 40s
Female, 50s
Auditions will be held September 2-3 in Boston. Please email us your headshot and resume.
Contact Details: Christian Vuissa Mirror Films info@mirrorfilms.com Website http://www.mirrorfilms.com/

Technology

Apple’s new OS X 10.6 is not fully compatible with more than 100 existing Mac applications, games, and software utilities.

Misc. Odds and Ends

From Chuck Slavin:

Event: Cocktail Reception Fundraiser for Rep. Brian Wallace
“Join Me in Support of a FILM Advocate, and Friend!”
What: Cocktail Party
Host: New England Talent & Crew
Start Time: Wednesday, September 9 at 5:30pm
End Time: Wednesday, September 9 at 7:30pm
Where: THE BOSTON ATHLETIC CLUB
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=157143029571&mid=107bf09G4b589901Gd7bbd6G7

Chuck Slavin sent a message to the members of New England Talent & Crew.

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Subject: A Message from Chuck Slavin to Union Members

Dear Union Brothers and Sisters,
It has come to my attention that Rep. Steven J. D’Amico, a strong film opponent, is backed by the Massachusetts AFL-CIO. I am now asking for your support in ending this endorsement. I have drafted a sample letter you can use to submit to the AFL-CIO. I am pleading with every member of a Union to read this letter, personalize, and e-mail or mail. The future of film in New England depends on us supporting film friendly candidates, not FILM ENEMYS!

http://www.facebook.com/l/;www.massaflcio.org
389 Main St
Malden, MA 02148-5022
(781) 324-8230
***
To whom it may concern:
As a SAG and/or AFTRA dues paying member, I am appalled and strongly disappointed by the actions of MA Rep. Steven D’Amico of the 4th Bristol District. His actions, voiced and written and by his voting record in attacking the television and film industries, have had and will have a direct negative effect on fellow brothers and sisters of various unions that rely on the film industry for their living. While he has tried to “act” as a union friend, he has actually used his position to foster his own anti-union agenda. He should not be supported in any way, either by endorsements, money and or volunteers by any union when and if he runs for re-election in 2010. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,

_____YOUR NAME__________

***
The future of film in New England Film depends on us supporting film friendly candidates not NEFILM-ENEMYS!
You’re Allie in The NEW ENGLAND FILM MOVEMENT Chuck Slavin “DotCom”
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If anyone has any information that they want to share with members, let me know so I can include it in the next blog.  If possible please try and send the information several weeks in advance.

The annual members meeting will be coming up October 14.

Local events

CinemaSalem:

Fox’s GLEE, which premieres next Wednesday, September 9 at 9 pm. So come on in next Wednesday night for the first free Glee show (for free!) on the big screen . Simply stop in at the Café for your free pass.

Coming to the Screening Room in two weeks (opening September 18) is a locally produced comedy called PAINTING IN THE DARK. There’s an excellent chance that the film’s director will be doing a Q & A after the evening show on Saturday night, September 19.

500 DAYS OF SUMMER (PG13 - 96 minutes) will screen Friday (5:00), 7:00 and 9:15; Saturday and Sunday at (12:30), (2:30), (5:00), 7:00 and 9:15; Monday (Labor Day) at (12:30), (2:30), (5:00) and 7:00; and Tuesday- Thursday at (5:00) and 7:20.

INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS, is screening on Friday at (3:30), 6:45 and 9:50; Saturday and Sunday at (12:15), (3:30), 6:45 and 9:50; Monday at (12:15), (3:30) and 6:45; and Tuesday-Thursday at (4:00) and 7:00.

SHORTS (PG) starts Friday at (4:00) and 6:30; Saturday-Monday at (12:00), 2:00 and 6:30; and Tuesday-Thursday at (4:15).

GI JOE (PG13) will play Friday at 8:30; Saturday-Monday at (4:00) and 8:30; and Tuesday-Thursday at 7:10.

BLOODY MONDAYS & STRAWBERRY PIES will play Friday at (4:30), 7:15 and 9:00; Saturday and Sunday at (12:10), (2:15), (4:30), 7:15 and 9:00; Monday at (12:10), (2:15), (4:30) and 7:15: and Tuesday- Thursday at (4:30) and 7:15.

French Film night is this Thursday night
.

The Cape Ann Community Cinema

(978) 309-8448 [office]
(978) 879-4294 [alternate]
http://www.CapeAnnCinema.com

EASY VIRTUE
Rated PG-13, 97 minutes
SHOWTIMES: Friday, Sept. 4 @ 7:30pm; Saturday, Sept. 5 through Monday, Sept. 7 @ 5:00pm & 7:30pm
September 9 & 10 @ 7:30pm:

LA STRADA (Federico Fellini, 1954, Italy)
September 16 & 17 @ 7:30pm:

THE SEVENTH SEAL (Ingmar Bergman, 1957, Sweden)

Festivals

Newburyport Documentary Film Festival When: 09/25/2009 — 09/27/2009 Where: Newburyport, Massachusetts Website: www.newburyportfilmfestival.org

Help Wanted

1st AD (Non-Union)
Employer: Girlfriend, LLC Location: Wayland, Massachusetts Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $150.00 Per Day Experience: Indie shoot experience preferred. We had a 1st, but just lost him due to an emergency personal issue. Need someone to step in on short notice and make our show run. Must understand EP Scheduling. Strip Boards, ability to run set.
Details
20 day shoot. 3 recognizable cast members. Some scheduling changes likely due to actor availability. Must be able to use EP Scheduling. Understanding of Strip Boards and One Line. Ability to run set and no fear of pushing director to make the day. Ambitious schedule requires personality who can take charge but also be understanding of delays which are bound to happen.
Contact Information
Name: Shaun O’Banion Address: 1707 Phelan Lane, Unit B
Los Angeles, California 90278

From Chuck Slavin:

My friend is in need of some actors. Feel free to pass this along to the acting community as some part time income for actors.
Bob Sheehan of Coast Line Advertising in North Andover is looking for responsible actors to work trade show (home show) booths for some of his clients. he is looking for attractive outgoing people to engage patrons, answer a few basic questions and collect their contact information. If interested contact bob@coastlineadv.com.

Casting Call Ultra-Low Budget SAG Agreement (passed on from Kevin Fennessy) Union & Non-UnionShare
Yesterday at 2:36pm
Passed on from Kevin Fennessy…
Joseph the Prophet – Feature Film
Paid (Union & Non-Union)
Joseph the Prophet is an independent feature film production and will possibly be produced under the ultra-low budget SAG agreement. It will have a limited theatrical release in spring 2010.
Auditions: Sept 2-3 in Boston
Shooting period: Sept 24-26/Nov 11-25, 2009 in MA (subject to change)
Pay: Depending on role and experience
We are looking for the following lead actors (all Caucasian):
Male, early 20s
Male, mid to late 20s
Female, early 20s
Male, 50s
Male, 40s
Female, 50s
Auditions will be held September 2-3 in Boston. Please email us your headshot and resume.
Contact Details:
Christian Vuissa
Mirror Films
info@mirrorfilms.com
http://www.mirrorfilms.com
Synopsis: In 1827, Joseph Smith was only 21 years old, when he claimed to have received a prophetic calling to translate ancient scriptures. The film portrays the events that lead up to the publishing of The Book of Mormon.

From Craigslist:

Crew for feature film + RED one Owner/Op (MA)
Reply to: gigs-y6hfr-1353512873@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

***PLEASE respond with ONLY the listed position title in the subject line!!!***
E-mails with different subject titles will be deleted
We are just starting the pre-pro phase of a feature horror film shooting in August of 2010. This shoot will be for 5 weeks straight with 6 shooting days a week at about 10-14 hours per day. 3-4 weeks of the shoot will be shot at a very large farm and everyone will have the option of setting up a tent in “Tent City”. The tent field (tent city) will have enough room for 40+ sleeping tents, 2 large enclosed tents, portable toilets, showers and a large fire pit. We are offering this because the farm is out of the way of any large town.
Listed below are the positions and rates available. This is a low budget film so the rates are lower than union and are WEEKLY flat rates.
Please respond with:
- Position title ONLY, in the e-mail’s subject line
- Resume
- If position requires (w/equipment), please list your full equipment package
Position/Weekly rate
Production Manager/$600.00
Production PA/Intern/$300.00
Production PA/Intern/$300.00
Assistant Director/$600.00
Script Supervisor/$600.00
Director of Photography/$2,500.00
w/RED Camera package
(Full grip truck with loads
of lights and other equipment
will be supplied BY US)
1st AC/$600.00
Gaffer/$800.00
Electric/$600.00
Electric/$600.00
Key Grip/$800.00
Grip/$600.00
Grip/$600.00
PA/Intern/$300.00
PA/Intern/$300.00
Sound Mixer/$800.00
w/equipment
Boom Operator/$600.00
Craft Service/$600.00
Craft Service/Intern/$300.00
Art Director/$800.00
Wardrobe/$600.00
Props/$600.00
Hair/Makeup/$600.00
Hair/Makeup/Intern/$300.00
SFX Makeup (15 days)/$600.00
SFX Makeup (15 days)/Intern/$300.00
Editor (on set)/$800.00
Assistant Editor (on set)/Intern/$300.00

Location: MA
it’s NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
Compensation: Listed Rate + 3 meals a day

PostingID: 1353512873

Camera / Production Assistant
Reply to: job-wd57q-1351481363@craigslist.org
Looking for 3 camera assistants, open to assist production as well.
Must have experience assisting cameras and a valid driver license.
Pay 16/hour.
Please send resume or refferences and the easiest way to contact.
Production Assistants needed for Contestant/Reality shoot 9/7 to 9/11 (Boston)

Reply to: job-an5hy-1352143263@craigslist.org [

We are looking for several Production Assistants to help us with a contestant-based game show, which will be shooting in Boston Tuesday 9/8 through Thursday 9/10/09. However, the positions that we have to fill span from Monday 9/7 until Friday 9/11.
Please only apply if you have previous experience working as a production assistant, either in television, film, or commercials, and have a valid driver’s license. If you have your own vehicle, that is preferred as well, but not an absolute requirement. To Apply, send an email to AWDbostonPA@gmail.com with your résumé or credits-list attached as a PDF, and your DATES AVAILABLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF THE EMAIL. Also please include a brief paragraph in the body of the email explaining your experience and what departments you’ve worked with in the past, and what you prefer.
The positions available are as follows:
• PA/Driver - Will drive a follow minivan with producers, following contestants driving the streets of Boston. Must know how to get around Boston WELL, and have a current driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Producer’s PA - Will be working with one of the producers to assist them in facilitating their segments on a given day.
• Runner PA - Will work with our production coordinator to assist with different runs that may be needed.
• Stunt PA - Will assist the stunts department. Preferably someone with some rigging experience.
• Art PA - Will assist the art department. Preferably someone with art department experience.
• AD’s PA - Will assist the AD in moving set along. Preferably someone with experience on-set.
Though these are positions we have available, if we bring you on, your placement would be at the Production Coordinator’s discretion, so you may be moved around to assist departments other that those you start off with.
The rate is $150 for 12 hours, with meal/meal reimbursement included. Overtime will be paid over 12 hours (not including meal-breaks). This could be a great opportunity for someone that may have studied film or television, and wants to get credits under their belt.

From http://www.newenglandfilm.com:

AV Technician Needed (load in)
Massachusetts Paid (Non-Union Only)
Audiovisual technician with experience in trade show booths needed for set up of a booth at the Boston Convention Center. 2 day load in of just AV equipment.
If interested, email me at chris@videoresources.com
Thank you!
Contact Details: Chris Wells Video Resources, Inc. (508) 485-8100 chris@videoresources.com

Female 40ish Talent
Massachusetts Paid (Non-Union Only)
We are looking for 1 female actor (see below for specific look). The actor will be shot on green screen.
what we are looking for:
-female
-mid 40s (can look a little younger)
-polished and stylish
-should have an expressive face
-any ethnicity is fine
-talent should also have a nice voice
-the role of the talent will be saying “yes or no” to certain items
The casting call day will be Tuesday September 1st.
The shoot will be Friday September 4th if called back or possibly Tuesday September 8th.
We will need non-union actors.
Contact Details: actors.green@yahoo.com actors.green@yahoo.com

Corporate/Industrial Video Casting in Providence - Fri. Sept 4
Rhode Island Paid (Non-Union Only)
Auditions for Corporate/Industrial Video in Providence (non-union). To be shot the last two weeks of September.
Pulse Media is seeking 4 Roles:
2 females age 30-55
2 males age 25-45
(For detailed Character Descriptions click the Job Title/Link.)
Actors of diverse ethnic backgrounds encouraged to audition. Compensation = $200-$600/day based on role.
Auditions to be held Friday, September 4th between 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm. To make an apointment please call Perishable Theatre at 401-331-2695 X 304. Please bring current headshot.
Contact Details: Casting Perishable Theatre 401-331-2695 X 304

Animation studio looking for skilled Maya artist for children’s feature
Massachusetts Paid (Non-Union Only)
Darkside Films and Hargant Entertainment have expanded into the world of computer animation and are looking for a few Maya experts to round out our team as we begin the final phase of or production.
We’re looking for motivated, sefl-starters with the ability to multi-task and has great time management skills, as well as being an ace animator! The majority of the workload is animation, but there will probably be some modeling/rigging needed as well. Knowledge of Lightwave is also a huge plus.
Contact Details: David Kann Hargant Entertainment (508) 404 - 3962 David@darksidefilms.com

ASSOCIATE PRODUCER -for new Tween Kids Comedy Cooking Webisodes
Massachusetts Paid (Union & Non-Union)
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER wanted for new TWEEN KIDS COMEDY COOKING WEBISODES SERIES. Former Sesame Street EP seeks smart, writer with excellent marketing, production and web design experience. Production experience, photoshop, powerpoint and excel required. Connection to music and production scene in Boston a plus. $16 p/hour for minimum of 15-20 hrs p/week. Starts in Sept.
Pls send CV, Cover Letter and 3 references with contact info to: nlrogoff@fas.harvard.edu
Contact Details: Natasha L. Rogoff KidsCOOK Productions 202-309-3516 nlrogoff@fas.harvard.edu Website http://finkyskitchen.com/

EXUCUTIVE PRODUCER OR MONEY PERSON FOR FEATURE FILM “JERSEYSUREEXIT82″
New York Paid (Union & Non-Union)
A 14 year old Danny Coyle, from the mean streets of South Boston Massachusetts, A.K.A., Southie! The home of the Irish Mafia, moves to a suburban town in NJ. The 16 year old street wise boy steals one too many cars and is sentenced to spend time in Juvenile Hall till his 18th. birthday. His Italian cellmate Carmine Daddario is the son of a New Jersey mob boss and the two become inseparable. Now in their fifties they work together in brutal harmony. The two live their gangster life under the radar of paid off law enforcement officials.
Contact Details: Bill Kelly Writer Bill Kelly 609 432-8522 actorbillkelly@aol.com

WebActor Casting $450 per Commercial
Connecticut Los Angeles Maine Massachusetts New England New Hampshire New York Rhode Island Vermont Paid (Union & Non-Union)
WebActor is casting for various client projects. Most of the projects are Internet Commercials and some TV.
Please submit headshot and professional resume at http://castingscience.com and select WebActor for the Project. We are looking for talented performers with that special spark. We will contact you either via phone or email if we want to audition you or see some of your work! These are on-going projects with WebActor and most of the actors we hire are used 4-10 times per month for various commercials.
Contact Details: Website http://castingscience.com/

Music Composers
Massachusetts Paid (Union & Non-Union)
Music Composer to create original score for independent action spoof of Raiders of the Lost Ark. Jimmy Buffett inspired theme. Music must be a blend of John Williams and Hans Zimmer from Pirates of the Caribbean. The movie takes place in the islands and needs to be arranged in a Calypso style using steel drums and other instruments. We have more detailed information for you if you are interested. Please go to our website and watch some of our trailers to understand what the movie is about. http://www.take12tom.com/BURIEDTREASURE.html. www.take12tom.com. www.indianajames.com.
Contact Details: Thomas Pimentel TNT LTD. PRODUCTIONS 781-718-0326 take12tom@yahoo.com Website http://www.take12tom.com/indianajames.html

Joseph the Prophet
Massachusetts Paid (Union & Non-Union)
Joseph the Prophet is an independent feature film production and will possibly be produced under the ultra-low budget SAG agreement. It will have a limited theatrical release in spring 2010.
Auditions: Sept 2-3 in Boston
Shooting period: Sept 24-26/Nov 11-25, 2009 in MA (subject to change)
Pay: Depending on role and experience
We are looking for the following lead actors (all Caucasian):
Male, early 20s
Male, mid to late 20s
Female, early 20s
Male, 50s
Male, 40s
Female, 50s
Auditions will be held September 2-3 in Boston. Please email us your headshot and resume.
Contact Details: Christian Vuissa Mirror Films info@mirrorfilms.com Website http://www.mirrorfilms.com/

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Misc. Odds and Ends

From Chuck Slavin:

Event: Cocktail Reception Fundraiser for Rep. Brian Wallace
“Join Me in Support of a FILM Advocate, and Friend!”
What: Cocktail Party
Host: New England Talent & Crew
Start Time: Wednesday, September 9 at 5:30pm
End Time: Wednesday, September 9 at 7:30pm
Where: THE BOSTON ATHLETIC CLUB
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=157143029571&mid=107bf09G4b589901Gd7bbd6G7

Chuck Slavin sent a message to the members of New England Talent & Crew.

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Subject: A Message from Chuck Slavin to Union Members

Dear Union Brothers and Sisters,
It has come to my attention that Rep. Steven J. D’Amico, a strong film opponent, is backed by the Massachusetts AFL-CIO. I am now asking for your support in ending this endorsement. I have drafted a sample letter you can use to submit to the AFL-CIO. I am pleading with every member of a Union to read this letter, personalize, and e-mail or mail. The future of film in New England depends on us supporting film friendly candidates, not FILM ENEMYS!

http://www.facebook.com/l/;www.massaflcio.org
389 Main St
Malden, MA 02148-5022
(781) 324-8230
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To whom it may concern:
As a SAG and/or AFTRA dues paying member, I am appalled and strongly disappointed by the actions of MA Rep. Steven D’Amico of the 4th Bristol District. His actions, voiced and written and by his voting record in attacking the television and film industries, have had and will have a direct negative effect on fellow brothers and sisters of various unions that rely on the film industry for their living. While he has tried to “act” as a union friend, he has actually used his position to foster his own anti-union agenda. He should not be supported in any way, either by endorsements, money and or volunteers by any union when and if he runs for re-election in 2010. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,

_____YOUR NAME__________

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The future of film in New England Film depends on us supporting film friendly candidates not NEFILM-ENEMYS!
You’re Allie in The NEW ENGLAND FILM MOVEMENT Chuck Slavin “DotCom”