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WELCOME TO METRO SCREEN'S WEEKLY eNews
– 02 August, 2007
FEATURE:
Applications close tomorrow for the Multicultural Mentorship Scheme, see below…
Pitching session happens next Tuesday Aug 7, come along, see below…
Doco screening announced for 4.30pm August 28 @ the Chauvel Cinema.
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TRAINING + WORKSHOPS
Final Cut Pro Fundamentals >>
DVD Production >>
Documentary Making Intensive >>
Introduction to Screenwriting >>
Sony Z1P One Day Camera Course >>
EQUIPMENT HIRE + FACILITIES
Dubbing + New Media Services >>
General Overview >>
PROJECTS
Multicultural Mentorship Scheme >>
Project Development Services >>
Youth Holiday Workshop >>
METRO SCREEN EVENTS
Pitching Session Announced >>
Work for Mobile Phone >>
Wallpapers >>
Speed Networking II >>
Other Networks >>
OPPORTUNITIES
Grace >>
Photographer >>
Producer Wanted >>
Camera Assistant/DOP >>
Production Secretary >>
Lovegeek.net >>
CALL FOR ENTRIES
Short Cuts >>
AART BOXX >>
Flickerfest >>
FESTIVALS + EVENTS
Manufacturing Dissent >>
ABC Commissioning Editors >>
A City of Shadows >>
Next Wave Festival >>
METRO SCREEN CONGRATULATES
Cate Shortland at Metro Screen >>
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FINAL CUT PRO FUNDAMENTALS
August 7
Metro Screen is pleased to announce our partnership with Apple Australia
and new status as an Apple Authorised Training Centre. This means that students
enrolling in our Final Cut Pro 5 editing courses may now receive both Apple
and VETAB accreditation – a tremendously valuable qualification.
Taught by an Apple Certified trainer and following Apple’s ‘Pro’
training syllabus, this course is designed for beginners looking to edit
professional quality video using Final Cut Pro 5. It introduces participants
to the primary features of Final Cut Pro in an interactive teaching environment.
Learn to perform basic editing functions while familiarising yourself with
the user interface. Topics include basic setup, adjusting and customising
preferences and settings, capturing video and audio, various editing and
trimming techniques, audio editing, finishing and final output. The course
also introduces more advanced functions such as filters and motion tools.
SPECIAL FEATURE | Fees include an Apple FCP
5 course manual valued at $69.95.
7 x Tue [Eve] | 21hrs | 07/08 – 18/09
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3 x Sat [Day] | 18hrs | 8/09 – 22/09
or 10/11 – 24/11 | $590 / $695 non-members
| 15 places
LOCATION | Metro Screen, Paddington Town Hall.
Cnr Oxford St + Oatley Rd Paddington, NSW
IF YOU ARE INDIGENOUS APPLY NOW FOR YOUR FREE PLACE!
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DVD PRODUCTION
August 8
An introduction to DVD Studio Pro a powerful tool for all aspects of DVD
production. Be guided through the DVD production process from authoring
through to burning. Gain the knowledge and skills to construct your own
DVD with multiple menus and functions. This weekend course will teach you
how to produce creative DVDs for your next short film, documentary, show
reel or funding application.
Fri [Eve] and Sat + Sun [Day] 9.30am – 5.30pm | 17hrs | 10/08
– 12/08 | $375 / $440 non-members | 15 places
LOCATION | Metro Screen, Paddington Town Hall.
Cnr Oxford St + Oatley Rd Paddington, NSW
IF YOU ARE INDIGENOUS APPLY NOW FOR YOUR FREE PLACE!
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DOCUMENTARY MAKING INTENSIVE
August 24
This hands-on course takes participants from the spark of an idea to post
production in just a weekend. With expert tutor guidance, participants work
in groups to develop an initial concept. They then create treatments or
scripts for selected projects before shooting on digital equipment. Finally,
students review the footage and assemble a paper edit. Participants rotate
through key crew roles, learning skills such as working with non-actors,
interviewing techniques, basic camera set-ups and sound recording.
Fri [Eve] and Sat + Sun [Day] | s15hrs | 24/08 –
26/08 | $385 / $449 non-members | 12 places
LOCATION | Metro Screen, Paddington Town Hall.
Cnr Oxford St + Oatley Rd Paddington, NSW
IF YOU ARE INDIGENOUS APPLY NOW FOR YOUR FREE PLACE!
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INTRODUCTION TO SCREENWRITING
September 5
Learn the fundamentals of screenwriting: simple and effective techniques
to strengthen your writing ability and capture your story on paper. Develop
an understanding of effective storytelling, dialogue, characterisation and
industry standard formatting and utilise these principles of screenwriting
to develop a script from synopsis to first draft.
6 x Wed [Eve] | 18hrs | 05/09 – 10/10
| $339 / $399 non-members | 14 places
LOCATION | Metro Screen, Paddington Town Hall.
Cnr Oxford St + Oatley Rd Paddington, NSW
IF YOU ARE INDIGENOUS APPLY NOW FOR YOUR FREE PLACE!
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SONY Z1P ONE DAY CAMERA COURSE
September 8
This intensive course covers the key camera operations and functions of
the Sony Z1P camera. A very popular camera with many independent camera
operators, the Z1P produces high-quality results under a wide range of conditions.
Areas covered include framing, exposure, white balance and focus as well
as camera handling techniques, lighting techniques and an explanation of
the High Definition format. Participants will have the chance to ask specific
questions and will benefit from the tutor’s industry experiences and
tips on getting the most out of the camera.
1 x Sat [Day] 9am – 5pm | 7hrs | 08/09
| $185 / $217 non-members | 10 places
LOCATION | Metro Screen, Paddington Town Hall.
Cnr Oxford St + Oatley Rd Paddington, NSW
IF YOU ARE INDIGENOUS APPLY NOW FOR YOUR FREE PLACE!
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EQUIPMENT
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DUBBING + NEW MEDIA SERVICES
Metro Screen Offers:
Comprehensive transfer services, standards conversion, bulk DVD duplication,
Disc printing, digitising to hard disc, digital file transfer to tape,
video file compression, video stills capture, DVD authoring and more.
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GENERAL OVERVIEW
Summary
Based centrally in Sydney Metro Screen offers hi definition digital video
production equipment and post production facilities, a chroma key studio,
experienced crew, extensive duplication and printing services and we can
even produce your media for you.
24hour HD editing facilities – completely self contained
Range of HD and SD cameras to suit all productions and budgets
Operators on call for editing or camera projects
Casting And Chroma Key Studio as well as rehearsal or audition spaces
Digitising to external hard disc, Digital file transfer to tape, DVD authoring
Video file compression, Stills capture from video.
Full range of stock
Metro Screen offers convenient, tailored production and postproduction
solutions for the emerging filmmaker and industry professional.
Contact our friendly facilities staff for a prompt quote on (02) 9361 5318 or facilities@metroscreen.org.au,
http://www.metroscreen.org.au
Check the web for a full list of equipment, services and spaces to rent
or download our current rate card here http://www.metroscreen.org.au/pdf/rate_card.pdf
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MULTICULTURAL MENTORSHIP SCHEME
Applications Now Open to Transform your Story into
a Short Film
The Multicultural Mentorship Scheme [MMS] is open to people of diverse cultural
and non-English speaking backgrounds that have a story to tell.
Supported by the NSW Film and Television Office four storytellers from NSW
will be offered equipment, facilities hire, stock, post production facilities,
and a $2,000 budget. In addition, each filmmaker will be mentored by an
industry professional.
Applicants simply need a story or idea and the vision and commitment to
make it into a five minute film.
PREVIOUS FILMS HAVE EXPLORED TOPICS INCLUDING:
• cultural conflict and drama of stereotypes
• issues surrounding sexual attraction between white people and people
of colour
• beliefs and notions of ‘truth’, history and memory
• ideas around the term ‘people of middle eastern appearance’
• ideas around the topic of ‘Australian Values’
Many award-winning shorts have been produced through this scheme and applicants
have gone on to produce more award winning work. Flordeliz Bonifacio has
won two international awards for her second short film Deluge made with
a NSW Film and Television Office [NSW FTO], Young Filmmakers Fund [YFF].
With her first film Orange Season made through the Multicultural Mentorship
Scheme [MMS].
“My mentor was writer/director Donald Crombie, whose wealth of knowledge
and experience I was able to draw upon. Had I not had the chance to explore
my style of storytelling through the MMS, I would not have had the level
of understanding, hindsight and preparation as a writer-director that was
so important to the success of my second film, Deluge.” Says Flordeliz
Bonifacio.
Applicants are selected on their idea, relevant skills and how the process
will impact their careers. People with experience in other artforms and
practices are also encouraged to apply.
For an application kit and details on how to apply for the 2007 Multicultural
Mentor Scheme please contact Metro Screen’s Project Manager, David
Opitz on 02 9361 5318 or d.opitz@metroscreen.org.au
APPLICATION DEADLINE is Friday 3rd August 2007.
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PROJECT DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Script Editor/Producer Consultant
Meet with professionals about your project
Feedback is always productive especially when it comes from those who are
working successfully in the film and screen industries.
Metro Screen’s Project Development Services offer you the opportunity
to have your scripts and treatments assessed by industry professionals.
Choose between a script editor and producer for a one hour or longer face-to-face
meeting about your next project.
This is an excellent opportunity for filmmakers and screen practitioners
to be given sound advice on what does and doesn’t work. Gain tips,
insider knowledge and give your next project the best chance of achieving
success whether it’s a short documentary or a feature film.
For costs and eligibility contact us on (02) 9361
5318 or metro@metroscreen.org.au
or http://www.metroscreen.org.au/projDevServ.html
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YOUTH HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
Channel Free
OCTOBER HOLIDAY MOVIE MAKING WORKSHOP 11 – 16
yr olds
In three intensive days, this hands-on course for young filmmakers will
enable you to produce a digital micro movie using the latest technology.
Discover your hidden potential whilst rotating through key crew roles. Gain
experience in all aspects of filmmaking including: camera operation, lighting,
sound recording, art direction, storyboarding, editing and directing.
Learn how to construct storyboards, shoot in the studio or on location with
Sony HDV 1080i cameras, edit on Final Cut Pro, use GarageBand to compose
music and pick up directing and screen acting tips from our experienced
tutors. You will emerge from the workshop with an overall understanding
of the filmmaking process, as well as the practical experience of making
your own short film, from start to finish!
The films made by Channel Free participants have screened in film festivals
all over the world, as well as at our annual Channel Free Screening held
at the Chauvel Cinema, where you, your family and friends can watch your
movies on the big screen.
Young people with little or no prior filmmaking experience are encouraged
to enrol. If you already have some experience, then come along and watch
it grow!
GREEN TEAM
This October, Channel Free participants have the opportunity make a film
for the new Tropfest Junior competition by including the signature item
“Green” in their films. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain
access to the equipment, team and skills needed to make a film for a major
festival. You could win awards and have your film seen by thousands!!!!
Remember the “Green” theme can be interpreted in many ways:
green monster, green with envy, green for the environment, green hair…
Whatever! You can have a green shoe appear in your film or have the whole
story built around the theme of “GREEN”. What does Green mean
to you?
GREEN TEAM ALERT: Start planning now and bring
your stories and ideas for the first day of the workshop.
DATES
• Pre-Production: Tuesday 2 October[10.00am - 5.00pm]
• Production: Wednesday 3 October [10.00am - 5.00pm]
• Post-Production: Thursday 4 October [10.00am - 6.00pm]
COST: $250
Contact Rebecca the Channel Free coordinator on 02
9361 5318 or channelfree@metroscreen.org.au
to enrol
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PITCHING SESSION
Last One for 2007
Pitching Session presented by Metro Screen Network | Tuesday August
7, 6.30pm
Last chance this year to pitch for $15,000 worth of
subsidy for your next project.
Whether it’s a film, documentary,
TV show or new media project this is your
chance.
Warm up your powers of persuasion and pitch for
production support OR be an audience member and decide who wins.
WHAT
Metro Screen members have the opportunity to access filmmaking equipment
or facilities through the $15,000 Metro Screen Network annual subsidy
fund.
All you need to do is pitch your project to the group and persuade them
to support your vision! Pitchers must have attended at
least one meeting and be a current financial Metro Screen member.
HOW
Potential pitchers must submit pitching documents by Tuesday July
31 at 5pm. The sessions are limited to a maximum of four pitchers.
CRITERIA
Pitches will be assessed on the quality of the story and feasibility
of the project. We’ll also have an industry guest on hand to give
feedback and offer advice to those pitching.
AUDIENCE
Audience members are given the opportunity to ask the pitchers questions,
meet the industry guest and vote on how much each pitch
will receive through a secret ballot. If you are thinking
of pitching in the coming year, this is a great chance to witness
the process first hand and get an idea of what’s required.
As always at Metro Screen Network meetings, there will be opportunities
to meet other members and announce calls for crew and cast for your next
production.
CONTACT Michael, the Metro Screen Network Coordinator
on network@metroscreen.org.au
for pitching documents and terms and conditions.
WHEN | Tues August 7, 6.30pm – 8pm
WHERE | Metro Screen, Paddington Town Hall.
Cnr Oxford St + Oatley Rd, Paddington.
COST | Free for Metro Screen members | $10
non-members
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL | contact metro@metroscreen.org.au
or 9361 5318 to request a booking form and
secure your place as an audience member. Members please quote your membership
number.
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WORK FOR MOBILE PHONE
Download it Now
Metro Screen now offers you the chance to view our films specifically made
for wireless viewing form our website. Head to http://www.metroscreen.org.au/digiContent.html
scroll down and start sharing our filmmaker’s work via your
mobile. [It’s free to download]
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WALLPAPERS
Free to Download
Metro Screen now has a variety of wallpapers available for free from our
site. Simply click the size you want and it’s yours http://www.metroscreen.org.au/wallpapers.html
We’ll be adding more at random, so keep on checking.
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SPEED NETWORKING II
Thursday September 6th
Register by August 20 for this not to be missed free
event.
Following on from Metro Screen’s hugely successful Speed Networking
event in May, comes the sequel – bigger and better than the original,
we have streamlined and re-structured the night so YOU can meet even more
contacts in one night than you will all year.
Speed Networking II fosters collaboration in the Australian film industry
by bringing like-minded filmmakers together in an environment where contacts
and networks can grow. Brought to you by the Metro Screen Network.
With small focused groups attendees will be given five minutes to chat,
pitch or charm representatives from a cross section of the filmmaking industry.
This formal part of the night will be followed by a social networking session
where you can discuss your projects further or continue to build your contacts.
So if you’re looking for a new project, have a project and looking
for collaborators, scouting for cast and crew or just want to expand your
contacts then this is your opportunity.
WHO
We are calling filmmakers with backgrounds associated with: PRODUCERS,
DIRECTORS, WRITERS, ACTORS, EDITORS, CAMERA DEPARTMENT, ART DEPARTMENT
and SOUND DEPARTMENT (if your area of expertise is not
listed, please register your interest and we will attempt to accommodate
you).
HOW
Fill in a registration form by Monday, August 20th, 5.30pm.
You will be notified shortly after this date if you registration is successful.
PLEASE NOTE | Only those who receive a notification
of successful registration will be admitted on the night. This is due to
the high interest in our last Networking Session.
Registration forms can be obtained by contacting metro@metroscreen.org.au
or 02 9361 5318 or downloadable from http://www.metroscreen.org.au
CONTACT | Michael, Metro Screen Network Coordinator
on network@metroscreen.org.au
WHEN | Thurs, September 6th, 6.30pm –
8pm
WHERE | Paddington RSL, (opposite Paddington
Town Hall) 220-232 Oxford St Paddington.
COST | FREE, registration essential.
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OTHER NETWORKS
MySpace, YouTube, FaceBook
Metro Screen now has a myspace site, to check us out and become our friend
go to http://www.myspace.com/metroscreen
To view more of the work produced through Metro Screen’s general training,
Certificate IV in Screen, membership, mentorship schemes and regional and
youth projects go to http://www.youtube.com/user/MetroScreen
We also have a Face Book site for you to network with. So if u have a facebook
account, log-on and then click on following link http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2533399439&ref=share
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OPPORTUNITIES
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GRACE
Extras Required
Grace is a short film about coming to accept your ancestry as a point
of pride rather than shame, and missed opportunities with grandparents
as it's often too late by the time we are interested in getting to know
them as people.
The film will be shot in high definition and Super 8mm.
Unfortunately, due to this being a self-funded film, actors and extras
will not get paid. They will, however, be well fed and watered by a wonderful
caterer, and have the opportunity to appear in a quality production that
will be entered in numerous international film festivals. A reference
will also be written for extras.
Extras will be required for either a funeral scene the evening of Saturday
11th August in Mona Vale, or a pub scene the afternoon/evening of Sunday
12th August in Newtown.
There are a few male feature extra roles available. If you are between
the age of 18 and 25 please send through a head shot to be considered
for one of these parts.
Please email Dana-Lee Mierowsky (Extra’s Co-ordinator) at getinvolvedintheatre@hotmail.com
as soon as possible for further details about the shoot. When you send
the email please express which day you would be interested in.
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PHOTOGRAPHER
Volunteer Position
Sony BMG is looking for a Volunteer Photographer.
Volunteer your time, skills and equipment and come along to Sony BMG events
and shoot the stars! Allowance given for expenses and copies of photos
taken can be utilised for personal portfolio.
Please note photo masters will remain the property of Sony BMG.
If you are interested in this opportunity please contact Eloise Smart
on 9383 6372 or email Eloise.Smart@sonybmg.com
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PRODUCER WANTED
Short Film
Writer/Director looking for producer to collaborate with on short film
project (drama'/'experimental) for the October round of YFF. Some excellent
and experienced key crew and actors are already on board. If you are interested
please contact Emma Rozanski for more information and to see the script.
Then we can arrange a meeting if it is something you can see yourself
working on.
Email: e_rozanski@yahoo.com.au or 0407 171 920
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CAMERA ASSISTANT/DOP
Pogman Productions
Film and television Production company ‘Pogman Productions”are
looking for a Camera assistant, with the prospect of becoming a DOP, to
join their team and work with them on their upcoming projects.
They have many projects completed and planned, including a TV pilot in
2 weeks time, a 15min Action/Fantasy Film in September and a Feature in
2008.
They have a very professional cast and crew that they work with and are
looking for someone to join their passionate and motivated team.
Being a low budget company, this role is unpaid, however as soon as there
is funding everyone will receive payment. All productions are filmed in
HD and using the latest technology to produce quality products.
The role will involve:
Focus Pulling
Camera Handling
Steady Cam
Calibration and the use of Depth of Field Adaptor
Rig configuration and setup
For more info please contact Alexia Kelly at alexia@pogmanproductions.com
or call 0422 685 445
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PRODUCTION SECRETARY
Film Australia Limited
Film Australia is an Australian Government owned company, which supports
the independent Australian documentary sector through production, distribution,
archive and facilities activities.
From 1/7/2008, Film Australia will be merged as part of Australian Screen
Agency.
Production Secretary (part-time 28 hours /week) – fixed term to
30 June 2008 only.
Salary $33,355 pa. plus superannuation.
Key role providing administrative and secretarial support to Executive
Producers and Sydney Production Unit, managing appointments, meeting records
and administrative tasks.
Applicants need administrative experience with highly developed organisational
skills; ability to work effectively under pressure using initiative and
sound judgment; good communication, office software & data entry and
research skills. Whilst not essential, understanding of television production,
including relevant experience, would be an advantage.
Further information available at www.filmaust.com.au
or contact:
Andrew Lowe
Human Resources
Film Australia Limited
PO Box 46, Lindfield, NSW 2070.
Email: hr@filmaust.com.au | Phone: 02
9413 8778 | Fax: 02 9413 8671
Applications including a covering letter clearly outlining suitability
for the role should be submitted by the close of business on Monday
7 August 2007 and addressed as above.
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LOVEGEEK.NET
Creative Forum
www.lovegeek.net is a new bi-monthly site
dedicated to all things arty and nerdy. The first installment launches
in October with the theme "I Love Technology".
Creative responses are needed. So if you have a thing for robots, memes
and/or lasers, they would love you to contribute to their site! They are
encouraging any net-friendly medium, be that an illustration, photos,
an animation, or anything else you can successfully put on a computer
screen.
Lovegeek are attempting to make a space where geeks and non-geeks alike
can respond to the issues that are important to them. Each work featured
on the website will be accompanied by an artist profile and opportunities
for discussions, rants and raves through forums. There'll also be a DIY
workshop to check out as part of each online issue.
Contact lovegeekers@gmail.com for more details,
or check out: www.lovegeek.net
Submissions for the first issue close August 31st
2007
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SHORT CUTS
Call for Entry
ShortCuts is a student-run short film competition run
by the UNSW Film Society. This the first year of the competition and we
are currently calling for entries. Anyone can enter as long as they are
a student (includes private colleges etc.). There are no submission fees
and the deadline for entries is Friday 10th August. For more information
go to:
www.shortcuts2007.com
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AART BOXX
Call for Selection
AART.BOXX is an initiative that aims to showcase the creative drive of
young Australian artists under 25 with a disability. Following last years
success and overwhelming response, the opportunity to get your work out
there is being offered again.
Selected works for AART.BOXX will be exhibited at the iconic Sydney Opera
House in November 2007 in conjunction with celebrations for International
Day of People with a Disability (IDPWD) 2007.
With only a few days to go before Pre Selection forms are due, Now is
the time for you to download the forms, fill them in and send them to
us, for your chance to be involved in this fantastic nationwide arts opportunity.
This year, artists are encouraged to consider themes on perception and
disability. The works need to have been created since January 2006 and
can be in any medium including Sculpture, Zines, Mixed Media, Animation,
Drawing, Painting and Multi Media.
To find out more visit the AART.BOXX page on the Accessible Arts website:
www.aarts.net.au, under 'Our Projects' and download the Pre-selection
Form.
Or click on the link:
http://www.aarts.net.au/mod.php?mod=userpage&menu=500&page_id=144
Deadline for Pre-Selection form only (no artwork required yet!) is Monday
6th August 2007
Cost: FREE
For AART.BOXX 2007 project enquiries contact Josie Cavallaro on 02
9251 6499 or via email: jcavallaro@aarts.net.au
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FLICKERFEST
Australian Short Film Festival
Flickerfest is Australia’s only ®Academy Award accredited Short
Film festival, and its largest short film competition. They are delighted
to announce that they are now accepting entries from Australia and around
the world. Flickerfest will screen for 10 days at Bondi Beach in January
2008 before heading off on a national tour. The Festival consists of three
competitive programs – International, Australian and Documentary
as well as a number of special programs and forums out of competition.
The Flickerfest International competition is open to any production available
for screening on 35mm. Betacam is also acceptable for the Documentary
and Australian Competition.
All films must be under 30 minutes and must have been completed within
2 years of the closing date. Films must be in English or have English
subtitles. Due to the competitive nature of the Festival, they favour
Sydney premieres and films that have not been broadcast in Australia.
Application deadline for International Films is Friday 21 September 2007
Application deadline for Australian Films is Friday 14 September 2007
Entry forms are downloadable from the website: www.flickerfest.com.au
The Flickerfest 17th International Australian Short Film Festival
Driven by MINI
Bondi Pavilion 4th –13th January 2008
Touring Nationally January – March 2008
Office: Bondi Pavilion, Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach Sydney Australia
Mail: PO Box 7416 Bondi Beach Australia 2026
Ph +61 2 9365 6888
Fax +61 2 9365 6899
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MANUFACTURING DISSENT
Popcorn Taxi
Popcorn Taxi Sydney presents
Manufacturing Dissent + Q&A with Filmmaker Debbie Melnyck
Manufacturing Dissent is a topical documentary that turns the camera back
on Michael Moore.
Popcorn Taxi in association with Ozdox present the first Sydney screening
of "Manufacturing Dissent", a topical feature length documentary
that turns the camera back on filmmaker Michael Moore.
Shot during the release of Moore's explosive film “Fahrenheit 911”,
the subsequent Slacker Uprising Tour and the 2004 US election, filmmakers
Debbie Melnyck and Rick Caine set out to make a film about their documentary
hero Michael Moore. They **chase Moore for that ever-elusive interview,
and at one point even have their camera pushed to the ground, and are asked
to leave by Moore's security.* *As the film progresses, **facts arise questioning
Moore's credibility as a journalist, his film-making techniques, and his
personal character.
Reminiscent of Michael Moore’s own "Roger and Me", the documentary
seeks to separate the fact, fiction and legend that surrounds Moore. Ultimately
it offers a balanced portrait and an effective starting point for further
discussion of Moore's contentious work as a political filmmaker, and what
constitutes the definition of a documentary. The film features interviews
with Noam Chomsky, John Pierson, Harlan Jacobson, Dave Marsh, Ralph Nader,
Albert Maysles and Errol Morris.
After the screening the film's director Debbie Melnyck joins us on-stage
to talk about the making of the film. The Manufacturing Dissent trailer
can be viewed at http://www.revelationfilmfest.org/files/MD_trailer.mov
Popcorn Taxi would like to thank DV1 for their generous support in making
this program possible.
POPCORN TAXI
This Program is Rated: PG
TIME: 7:30 pm
DATE: Wednesday, August 8th, 2007
WHERE: Greater Union Bondi Junction
ADDRESS: Level 6, 500 Oxford Street, Westfield Bondi Junction*
ENTRY: $16.50 / $14.50
Discount for Metro Screen Members
BUY TICKET LINK
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=POPCORNTAXI&organ_val=22564&schedule=list
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ABC COMMISSIONING EDITORS
Presentation
The Australian Documentary Forum and ASDA in association with AFTRS, AFC,
Film Australia, NSW FTO, Macquarie University, and UTS supported by Metro
Screen, Sydney Film School and Apple Centre Bondi Junction presents an opportunity
to meet new commissioning editors at the ABC.
Meet the new commissioning editors at the ABC in an informal presentation
followed by drinks.
WHERE: Level 2, Forresters Hotel, 336 Riley
St. Surry Hills
WHEN: 1 August 2007
Discussion starts at 6.30pm
ENTRY: Suggested donation $5 – NO RSVP
required
In recent months the ABC has made new appointments to its team of commissioning
editors. The overall budget for outsourced and commissioned work has also
grown. This is your chance to find out the latest.
The commissioning editors attending will be:
Stuart Menzies – Head of Documentaries
Alan Erson Commissioning Editor – History & Science
Dasha Ross Commissioning Editor – Contemporary
David Jowsey Commissioning Editor – Indigenous, Religion & Ethics
Edwina Waddy Development Producer – Contemporary & History
OTHER EVENTS IN AUGUST
ASA documentary makers discussion August 2
at Petersham RSL Club (TBC)
Chris Tuckfield Screening August 9 at AFC Theatrette
Film Australia and the ASA August 14 at Forresters
Hotel
Change the World in 5 minutes series launch
September 13 at Film Australia
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A CITY OF SHADOWS
Free Event
n a sinister and treacherous arctic underworld, fire is life. In the middle
of the night, in the icy cold of winter, three heroic fire keepers journey
through frozen landscape to get the fire back. On the outskirts of a glacial
city where cold costs lives and warmth is the only currency, they'll fight
to keep the fire, and something new will rise.
Integrating a moving set of ice, an epic myth, graphic novels, the art of
free running and a live elctro-beat soundtrack, A City Of Shadows and Ice
is an installation performance event that asks us about the walls we build,
the worlds we create and how we can see others for who they really are.
FREE outdoor event
16 – 19 August
Kogarah Town Square, Belgrave St Kogarah
Standing room fire or $22 for seats via 02 9588 3948
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NEXT WAVE FESTIVAL
May 2008
Next Wave is excited to officially announce the dates for the 2008 Next
Wave Festival. The Festival will open on Thursday the 15th of May and run
until Saturday the 31st May 2008.
Next Wave has already begun its mammoth task of building the 2008 Festival,
themed Closer Together. New staff, an expansion of their office space at
the North Melbourne Meat Market and greater collaboration and conversation
with artists involved in the Festival are evidence of Next Wave’s
recent step-up in activity.
To read more about how the festival has conceptually framed Closer Together
visit: http://www.nextwave.org.au/content/our-program#festival
Contact: Paul Davis – Marketing & Communications Coordinator
03 9329 9422
Next Wave
Office 4, 5 Blackwood Street Nth Melbourne 3051
www.nextwave.org.au
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CATE SHORTLAND AT METRO SCREEN
A Huge Success
“Cate was completely inspiring with her
all round knowledge and suggestions for practical application.”
– Craig Boreham, participant.
Last weekend an ecstatic group of people attended a workshop on Directing
with Cate Shortland at Metro Screen.
“The workshop reminded me of what
I love about film making.” Cate Shortland.
Cate's focus with the course was on finding the truth in the story
you are telling. The course included script breakdown and analysis, casting,
rehearsals, working with actors on set (both TV & film), the dynamic
between director and cast/crew, sound & music (and much more).
On the Sunday, six actors worked with the students giving
them hands on experience and helpful insights into the actors' responses
to different directing styles. Cate demonstrated various techniques with
the actors and then students volunteered to direct in front of the class,
using Cate's techniques and some of their own. The result was fascinating
to watch, and Cate encouraged discussion on what worked, why the directors
(and actors) had made certain choices and how they could all push themselves
further to gain a deeper truth from the script.
“Having the opportunity to be directed
by Cate was a really unique and exciting experience. Cate is truly an
actor’s director. Her tools for working with the actors in the course
were practical and clear as she provided us with a great opportunity to
play and explore on the floor. Cate’s joy for the work is contagious
and as an actor, it was an invaluable session to be a part of.”
– Emma Wood, participating actor
Metro Screen is about fostering filmmakers and screen practitioners in
NSW. Our training includes full time study, short courses and master classes
in film, video, TV and screen. Combining working professionals with aspiring
filmmakers allows Metro Screen to grow the local industry.
“Her knowledge and level of experience
was so rich and wonderful. She was very generous in sharing her experience.”
– Katharine Rogers, participant.
To find out more about Metro Screen’s training opportunities including
our tailored skills based education contact us today. 02
9361 5318 |
training@metroscreen.org.au | http://www.metroscreen.org.au
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Metro Screen vouchers to the value of your choice are also available as
gift ideas and are redeemable on all courses, equipment hire, membership
and events. http://www.metroscreen.org.au/pdf/Brochure2007.pdf
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equipment hire, entry into our competitions, subsidy funds, and access
to our monthly film events, screenings and mentorship programs, not to
mention the networking and career development opportunities go to http://www.metroscreen.org.au
for all the information.
Metro Screen now sells Inside Film magazines at reception. Just
come into Metro Screen and pick up your latest copy of this film industry
magazine. Inside Film is a proud sponsor of Metro Screen.
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