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WELCOME
TO METRO SCREEN'S WEEKLY eNews – 08 November, 2007
“I particularly enjoyed learning about,
and actually doing, all the different crew roles such as sound recording,
producing and editing. This gave me an overall view of filmmaking and helped
me work out which area I wanted to specialise in. Two weeks after graduating,
I had my first job on a feature documentary, ‘The Eternity Man’,
as a locations attachment.” Past Certificate IV in Screen graduate
Elizabeth Hoy.
Want to have the same opportunities, see below for the 2008 Certificate
IV in Screen courses >>
Next Jump Start February 2, 2008 not December 4, >>
Want to help Metro Screen and be one of the first people to take a sneak
peek at our 2008 GUIDE? Although cash will not be parted with, tickets and
other goodies will be given in recognition. Plain English: We need
volunteers in November, email Katrina k.beck@metroscreen.org.au
to express your interest.
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TRAINING + WORKSHOPS
Production Management >>
Sony ZIP One Day Camera Course >>
Summer School 2008 >>
Certificate IV in Screen 2008 >>
Young Filmmaker Workshops >>
EQUIPMENT HIRE + FACILITIES
Dubbing + New Media Services >>
General Overview >>
Tropfest Discounts >>
PROJECTS
Our Town >>
Project Development Services >>
Jump Start >>
Indigenous Scholarship >>
METRO SCREEN EVENTS
Work for Mobile Phone >>
Wallpapers >>
Other Networks >>
Gear For Sale >>
More Gear For Sale >>
OPPORTUNITIES
Cast and Crew Required >>
Rayv Man >>
Mei Li Johnson >>
Nocturnal TV >>
Digital Media Festival Sydney >>
CALL FOR ENTRIES
Trop Jnr 2008 >>
Funnybone 500 >>
Hope Awards >>
Media Makers Fund >>
FESTIVALS + EVENTS
Storytellers Program of Events >>
Student Pro-Dachshunds >>
Hola Mexico Film Festival >>
Blade Runner: The Final Cut >>
Tropwest >>
METRO SCREEN CONGRATULATES
Bomb Harvest >>
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*PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
Starts November 10
This accredited, in-depth course will demystify the role of a Production
Manager, providing you with the confidence and skills to run any scale of
production. Learn how to manage all aspects of a shoot including budgets
and expenses, call sheets, schedules, contracts and awards. Participants
receive comprehensive course notes and production templates.
Tutor | Heather Oxenham. With over twenty years of experience
on both commercial and independent productions, Heather’s credits include
Erskineville Kings, Kiss or Kill, Floating Life
and Sebastian and the Sparrow. Sexy Thing, produced by
Heather, was in the official selection for competition at Cannes Film Festival
2006.
6 x Sat [Day] 10am – 5pm | 36hrs | 10/11 –
15/12 | $570 / $670 non-members | 14 places
LOCATION | Metro Screen, Paddington Town Hall.
Cnr Oxford St + Oatley Rd Paddington, NSW
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SONY ZIP ONE DAY CAMERA COURSE
Starts December 8
This intensive course covers the key camera operations and functions of
the SONY ZIP camera. A very popular camera with many independent camera
operators, the ZIP 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 experience and tips
on getting the most out of the camera.
1 x Sat, 9am – 5pm | 7hrs | 08/12 |
$185 / $217 non-members | 10 places
LOCATION | Metro Screen, Paddington Town Hall.
Cnr Oxford St + Oatley Rd Paddington, NSW
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SUMMER SCHOOL 2008
Jan 14 – 25
Give your creative side free rein this January! Using high quality digital
cameras and editing equipment, learn both creative and technical aspects
of filmmaking as you collaborate in small groups to produce a short film.
“A great introduction to the world of filmmaking,
with loads of useful practical exercises and supportive instructors.”
Lesley Branagan, Summer School graduate.
COURSE OUTLINE
From script development and storyboarding, to shooting and lighting, and
finally to editing and grading using Final Cut Pro, all course participants
will learn through a practical, hands-on approach. Working groups will be
kept small to ensure that all participants get the opportunity to rotate
through key crew roles and get first hand experience with operating equipment.
Tutors are all current film industry practitioners and specialists in their
areas. The course includes screenings and master class sessions with inspiring,
award-winning filmmakers.
This course is suitable for anybody interested in kick-starting their education
and career in filmmaking.
At the end of the course, participants will be well equipped to make their
own short film productions. Those who bring concepts that they wish to develop
will receive expert advice and mentorship. Students will take home a DVD
copy of their work at the end of the course.
Mon – Fri, 9.30am – 4.30pm | 10 days, 60hrs | 14/01
– 25/01 | $990 / $1165 non-members
Participants will receive a DVD of all productions made.
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CERTIFICATE IV IN SCREEN
2008 Courses Enrolling Now
Metro Screen’s popular Certificate IV in Screen [five months full-time]
provides a comprehensive education in drama and documentary and is a great
option for those wishing to work in film or TV.
Extensive access to quality equipment and close collaboration with industry
tutors makes this course an excellent learning experience and amazing value
for money.
This intensive learning experience is composed of three production phases:
documentary, studio drama and location drama. A minimum of six films are
produced, at least two for each phase. With the art of storytelling a major
focus of the course, participants develop their own scripts, pitch their
ideas for production and secure a key crew role on at least one production
per phase, while fulfilling supporting roles on other productions.
Participants learn on broadcast quality HD digital cameras and work in professional
level production and post-production facilities, including our Mac Computer
Lab. Industry professionals teach technical and practical aspects of production
including camera and lighting, editing, producing and directing.
During the course, guest speakers give students an overview of employment
opportunities in the industry and give advice on applying for jobs and funding.
At the completion of the course, final works are screened at a public graduation
event. Each participant receives a nationally recognised Certificate IV
in Screen qualification and a personalised DVD showreel: an invaluable resource
when seeking employment or funding.
SEMESTER 1, 2008
Mon – Fri [Day] | 5 mths | 11/02 – 04/07
| $6,500 [upfront payment] | $6,900 [periodic payment plan].
Early enrolment special of $6,100 for upfront payment before December 12th,
2007.
SEMESTER 2, 2008
Mon – Fri [Day] | 5 mths | 16/07 – 07/12
| $6,825 [upfront payment] | $7,250 [periodic payment plan].
Early enrolment special of $6,400 for upfront payment before May 30th, 2008.
COME AND VISIT
If you’re thinking of enrolling please contact us to arrange an interview
and tour of Metro Screen.
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YOUNG FILMMAKER WORKSHOPS
School Holiday Program
This school holidays make a short film and learn to be a filmmaker in one
of two intensive, hands-on digital video workshops for 11 – 16yr olds.
Brought to you by Australia’s leading youth film training and production
facility.
Workshop For 14 – 16yr olds
[Jan 16th, 17th and 18th, 2008]
Develop your filmmaking skills in your choice of directing, screenwriting,
acting for the screen, camera, sound, editing, music composition or art
direction. Sink your teeth into your desired crew role and expand your knowledge
base by working closely with our experienced tutors. You will emerge from
the workshop with an in depth understanding of filmmaking, as well as the
practical experience of making your own short film, from start to finish!
Plus Learn how to construct storyboards, shoot in a studio and on location
with Sony HDV cameras, edit on Final Cut Pro, use GarageBand to compose
music and pick up directing and screen acting tips from our experienced
tutors.
Workshop For 11 – 13 Yr olds
[Jan 23rd, 24th and 25th, 2008]
Discover your hidden potential by gaining experience in all aspects of filmmaking
including: camera operation, lighting, sound recording, art direction, storyboarding,
editing and directing. 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! Plus Learn how to construct
storyboards, shoot in a studio and on location with Sony HDV cameras, edit
on Final Cut Pro, use GarageBand to compose music and pick up directing
and screen acting tips from our experienced tutors.
10am starts to 5pm | three days | $250
LOCATION | Metro Screen, Paddington Town Hall.
Cnr Oxford St + Oatley Rd Paddington, NSW
For more information or to enrol please contact us on 02
9361 5318 or metro@metroscreen.org.au
or check out the website at http://www.metroscreen.org.au
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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
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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TROPFEST DISCOUNTS
Making a Film for Tropfest?
Metro Screen gives all filmmakers making a film for Tropfest 2008 15% off
gear and facilities hire. This excludes stock, duplication and new media
services. Conditions apply – the Metro Screen logo needs to appear
in the end credits.
http://www.metroscreen.org.au/facilities.html
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OUR TOWN
Aspiring Filmmakers
Metro Screen is looking for aspiring filmmakers to create OUR TOWN, a documentary
about the Clarence River.
OUR TOWN is a cross-cultural documentary that will explore the importance
of the Clarence River to the local community. Filmmakers Leonie Dickinson
and Rebecca Ingram will work with local young people (16 to 25yrs) to construct
this short documentary.
Participants of OUR TOWN will learn skills in story development, camera
& sound technique, film production and editing.
OUR TOWN will be created over six weeks and will involve three weekend training
workshops. The first workshop is on 27th & 28th October. Participation
in OUR TOWN is free but numbers are limited so register quickly.
OUR TOWN is a project of the Mobile Unit, Metro Screen’s offsite training
and project department. The Mobile Unit provide people in regional NSW the
skills to make short films, documentaries and new media works.
For further information, or to register, please contact Katrina Douglas
at Metro Screen on [02] 9361 5318 or mobileunit@metroscreen.org.au
OUR TOWN is funded by Regional Arts NSW. The Regional Arts Fund is an Australian
Government initiative delivered in partnership with Metro Screen and Clarence
Valley Council
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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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JUMP START
Next Round will be in 2008
Applications for the next round close Feb 2.
Recognising that the end of the year is a busy period for all we are extending
our deadline from this December to next year, to give you all more tiem
to hone your prospective projects.
Offering $45,000 in subsidy to film and screen productions in NSW annually.
Jump Start can provide you with subsidised access to reliable, sort after
equipment, current technical facilities and production support.
APPLYING
Applicants must download documents from the Metro Screen website
http://www.metroscreen.com.au/jumpstart.html
Must be current Metro Screen members $60 or $40 concession for 12 mths.
For more information please contact Metro Screen’s Project Manager
David Opitz on 02 9361 5318 or d.opitz@metroscreen.org.auor
check out the Metro Screen website at http://www.metroscreen.org.au
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INDIGENOUS SCHOLARSHIP
2007/2008
The Indigenous Media Training Scholarship offers Indigenous people in NSW
the opportunity to apply for a free place on a Metro Screen training
course. The Scholarship is funded by the NSW Film and Television
Office.
Before applying for the Scholarship, you will need to decide
which course you wish to participate in. Metro Screen has a wide variety
of short courses for everyone from beginners to working professionals. For
details on our training program go to our website
http://www.metroscreen.org.au or request a copy of the 2008 Metro
Screen brochure. If you would like advice on which course is best for you
or more information contact our Training Department on 02
9361 5318 or at training@metroscreen.org.au
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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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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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GEAR FOR SALE
From Metro Screen
DSR 450 WS serial no. 42107 (Kit 1)
DVCAM Premium Widescreen Progressive Scan camcorder
50i and 25P progressive scan capability
16:9/ 4:3 switchable with 12 bit DSP
Flip out Colour LCD
270 min record time in DV mode
Lens: Serial no. 13002495 Fujinon lens A20x8.6BERM-SD, 1-1.8/8.6-172mm
Accessories included:
Sony Lithium Ion battery kit (2 batteries) with charger
AC Power supply with 4pin power lead
Base plate
Beaten metal travel case
Lens hood and cap
Manual (PDF)
Tape running hours: app 139hrs
Camera and lens in very good condition, and has very light use.
Price: $14,000
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DSR 450 WS serial no. 42110 (kit 2)
DVCAM Premium Widescreen Progressive Scan camcorder
50i and 25P progressive scan capability
16:9/ 4:3 switchable with 12 bit DSP
Flip out Colour LCD
270 min record time in DV mode
NB this is the camera only no lens included
Accessories included:
Sony Lithium Ion battery kit (2 batteries) with charger
AC Power supply with 4pin power lead
Base plate
Beaten metal travel case
Lens hood and cap
Manual (PDF)
Tape running hours: app 33hrs
Camera in very good condition, and has had very light use only
Price: $11,000
CONTACT | Ingrid Rowell, Facilities
Manager, Metro Screen [02] 9361 5318 or email
i.rowell@metroscreen.org.au
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MORE GEAR FOR SALE
Contact Metro Screen
DECK
DVCPRO CAMERA AJD 200 DVCPro Camera DVC Pro 25 Camcorder utilizing 3 FIT
1/3\\ chips to attain a 500 line resolution picture. Signal to noise is
60db or better. A choice of 8 shutter speeds and 6 gain selections permit
the operator to work in a variety of lighting conditions. Comes with base
plate and beaten metal hard case PRICE: $1000
LENS
T14 x 5.5 Fujinon lens, to suit 1/3” CCD PRICE: $1500
DVCPRO DECK
AJD 650 DVCPro 25 Deck component i/o, TC i/o, 48Khz Balanced audio i/o,
Supports DVC Pro 25 record/playback and DV/DVCam playback, RS422 control.
PRICE: $2000
BEYER DYNAMIC MICROPHONE
The MCE 86 N(C)S Beyer dynamic "short" shotgun condenser microphone
designed for the rigors of studio and on-location video and film production,
The MCE 86 N(C)S has a balanced XLR-style connector (hypercardioid) pickup
pattern, equipped with a XLR-style connector, which means that you can use
long cable throws without fear of increasing the noise. Comes with cradle
with 1/4” thread for attachment onto boom pole. PRICE: $300
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CAST & CREW REQUIRED
Tropfest Short
"Shoe Shopping" is an intelligent, sexy comedy about love and
shoes.
CREW REQUIRED: Storyboard Artist, Production
Manager, DOP, sound recordist.
ACTORS REQUIRED:
- Suave debonair shoe salesman (26-36) with a very therapeutic voice.
- Typical loud Aussie bloke (26-36)
- Older lady (50+) with a loud persona
- Eye candy, non-speaking role (22-2
- A natural beauty with an easy smile (24-32)
- Confident, striking businesswoman (24-36)
Please send headshots, resume and showreels to: shoeinfortropfest@yahoo.com
All enquiries will receive a 6 page script and contact details.
For more information contact: Ross Johnston on 0405
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RAYV MAN
Cast and Crew Required
RAYV is a leading edge online community and business review directory which
is seeking enthusiastic individuals to assist in promoting its website to
the consumer market. RAYV has developed its own mascot, affectionately known
as "RAYV Man". RAYV is now calling upon RAYV Man to prove his
prowess and commercialise the activities of his company.
RAYV Man literally can't shut up! Walking the streets, attending exclusive
events, performing guerrilla stunts all while reviewing anything he sees
with his trusty orange megaphone in hand. He strives to be a Superhero with
his reviewing powers. He wants Australia to know his opinion on local business.
He wants locals to embrace his power and join him in expressing their opinions
about businesses on RAYV.
The viral shorts will be funny, quirky, edgy, shot in a documentary style
and spread through email, MySpace, YouTube etc.
If you are a budding Producer, Editor or Actor, we'd like your help. The
role is based in Sydney and we are looking to shoot ASAP.
Please send a cover letter expressing your interest and include links to
past work if you them to Ian at ian@rayv.com.au
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MEI LI JOHNSON
Crew Required
We are looking for a production manager/line producer for our feature film
"Mei Li Johnson". It's a low budget thriller from the makers of
the recent "Burke and Wills", a feature that recently was well
received at the Tribeca Film Festival and was distributed theatrically through
Dendy Cinemas. Good organisational skills are required. All positions on
the film are with deferred salaries. We are shooting for three weeks in
December.
If you are interested please contact Ross Wilson puckfilms@bigpond.com
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NOCTURNAL TV
Crew and Editors Required
Nocturnal TV is a volunteer run collective showcasing the sights and sounds
of Sydney’s underground. We aim to be your TV version of your local
street press: cutting edge, cheeky and giving exposure to local performers
that don't get it anywhere else. We focus on cool nights out and innovative
musical acts, covering all ranges of youth music from breaks and hip-hop
to techno, rock, indie and jazz. We have happily completed three seasons,
and are now looking for contributors for Nocturnal Season IV to work on
a volunteer basis. We are currently seeking Video Editors, Camera Operators
and Presenters.
An open discussion and group Interview will be held in the Newtown area:
7pm on Wednesday November 14th
If you love music, the arts, and getting out and about in Sydney, contact
Sarah at nocturnaltv.sydney@gmail.com
For more info, check out our web site www.nocturnaltv.org
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DIGITAL MEDIA FESTIVAL SYDNEY
Nov 13 – 15
Less than a week to go until the Digital Media Festival takes over the Sydney
Convention Centre, Darling Harbour, from 13-15 November.
At the DMF Exhibition, which is open from 10am to 6pm each day, there will
be free seminars on the half hour at the Adobe booth covering Photoshop,
Premiere, After Effects and all the elements of Creative Suite. There will
also be demonstrations of an array of digital workflows for HDV, SD and
HD video using Apple's Final Cut Studio 2 suite. See the latest digital
cameras and video production gear from Sony, Panasonic, Thomson, JVC, Autodesk
and much more.
Preregister to attend the exhibition at www.digitalmedia.com.au/DMFExhibition
There are also four industry-targetted conference events taking place over
the three days of the DMF: the Australian Effects & Animation Festival,
Digital Video, Digital Imaging and Media 2.0, showcasing Australia's pioneers
of the new media era such as News Digital Media, Fairfax Digital and MTV
Networks.
Full programs online at www.digitalmedia.com.au/DMF
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TROP JR 2008
Reminder
Just a reminder to get cracking on your Trop Jr entries!
Entries close on Thursday 10th January 2008 at 6pm giving you just
under 3 months to get your films to us.
If you are 15 years and under, pick up a Handycam and start filming your
masterpiece!
There are only a few simple guidelines you must keep
in mind to be eligible to enter:
• Your film must be specifically made for Trop Jr 2008
• Your film must include the 2008 Trop Jr Signature Item (GREEN)
• Trop Jr 2008 must be your films first public screening
• Your film must be 7 minutes or less {including title and credits)
• Your film must be suitable for children under 15
Filmmakers must be 15 years or younger at the time of application. Teachers
and club supervisors are also persuaded to get their students involved in
this fantastic opportunity.
For more information please visit www.tropjr.com
or email mail@tropjr.com.au
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FUNNYBONE 500
Comedy Short Film Festival
Call for entries now open for 2008 Festival. A $2000 Prize will be awarded
for Best New Comedy Film and prizes for Best Animation, Best New Talent
and Best Script. As usual filmmakers retain all rights and we are only asking
to screen the film on the one evening. Entries are required to be three
minutes or less. The next Funnybone 500 Grand Final Screening Night will
be held as part of the Cracker Comedy Festival in Newtown in April 2008.
For more information and entry forms visit our website: www.funnybone500.com.au
Deadline for entries is February 25th 2008.
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HOPE AWARDS
Short Film Competition
The Hope Awards is designed to encourage the creation of short films demonstrating
a clear message of hope for people with mental illness, their families and
careers.
Successfully piloted in 2005/06, the Hope Awards competition was developed
to increase awareness of mental illness, and contribute to a reduction in
the associated stigma that often prevents people from seeking help.
For the 2007/08 Hope Awards competition, two winners and two runners-up
in each of the categories of drama and documentary, will share a pool of
$20,000 in prize money. Additionally, a Committee’s Choice award of
$2,500 this year will allow the judges to recognise the efforts of an entrant
who does not have experience in film-making yet still produces a compelling
film.
The 2007/08 Hope Awards competition opens on Monday, 3rd December 2007 and
closes on Friday, 28th March 2008. Entries will be judged in April by a
Steering Committee of six national mental health organisations and a select
panel of expert judges. Winners will be announced in July 2008. Contact
the organisers on 02 9325 4444 for a copy of
the DVD compilation of 2005/06 finalists.
For more information visit www.hopeawards.com.au
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MEDIA MAKERS MINI FUND
Deadline 13 November
This summer two emerging media makers could have the resources to make a
podcast, vodcast, zine, documentary, a short film, design project, website
or projection piece.
Successful entrants will receive a vital creatives
toolbox including:
• A free 3-month residency
• Mentorship with an industry professional
• Full office facilities & online access
• Professional software applications, such as Final Cut Pro Studio
2, Photoshop, Illustrator & DVD Studio Pro
• $500 cash support, printing & photocopying subsidies
• Helpful staff & a buzzing, creative community
• Square One membership
Closing date: November 13
Apply now with your idea at: www.s1.org.au
TEL: 9660 6591
EMAIL: s1@vibewire.net
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STORYTELLERS PROGRAM OF EVENTS
9th to 11th November
FRIDAY, 9 NOVEMBER 7PM
OPENING NIGHT SPECIAL SCREENING
"When the Natives Get Restless" (Documentary) Presented by Writer/Director
– Adrian Wills with Question and Answer Session. Join us for drinks
and food after screening
SATURDAY, 10 NOVEMBER
11AM SESSION ONE
"How We Dream" Presented by Dr Romaine Moreton. Acclaimed poet
and spoken word artist / Dr Romaine Moreton takes you on a very unique
journey through the subconscious world of storytelling.
2PM SESSION TWO
"The Ultimate Partnership" Presented by Pauline Clague &
Rima Tamou. In this insightful session Pauline and Rima explore the relationship
between Producer and Director.
SUNDAY, 11 NOVEMBER
11AM SESSION ONE
Wayne Blair – "In Conversation with…"
Wayne Blair is one of Australia's forefront writer /director/ actors for
the screen and stage. With films like BLACKTALK, and the acclaimed DJARN
DJARNS, Wayne is one director to keep an eye out for. Wayne has long since
been involved with Metro Screen.
1PM SESSION TWO
Rachel Perkins – "In Conversation with…"
Rachel Perkins rose to attention with her debut feature, RADIANCE. As
well as the film's success, it also began Australia's love affair with
actress Deborah Mailman.
3PM SESSION THREE
SPECIAL SCREENING
BITA BLACK BUSINESS FILMS. This is a very special screening of the new
short film series, 'Bita Black Business'. This series was commissioned
by SBS and the Indigenous Unit, at the Australian Film Commission, and
has been packing cinemas' all over Australia during the Message Stick
Film Festival Tour 2007.
CLOSING EVENT 6PM – 7PM CASEY DONOVAN IN CONCERT
Boomalli Aboriginal Artists Co-operative. 55 – 59 Flood Street Leichhardt.
Phone (02) 9560 2541
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STUDENT PRO-DACHSHUNDS
UNSW Media Show 2007
On the 8th of November, a showcase of outstanding media work from the
students of the University of New South Wales will be presented at the
Chauvel Cinema, Paddington. The ninety minute programme is a collection
of the best video, animation and sound works produced by students studying
Media and Communications and Film studies in 2007. Guests are invited
to arrive at 5:45pm for a 6pm start, and all attendees are welcome to
stay and enjoy refreshments in the Chauvel foyer following the show.
This annual event has traditionally taken place on the grounds of UNSW
Kensington, but for the first time it will be taken off-campus, and closer
to the public. The night's program has been proudly organised and curated
by the UNSW film societies CiNEsoc and Filmsoc, who actively promote film
production and appreciation on campus.
Tickets are just $5 at the door.
For more information, please contact (02) 9385 4856
or email unswcinesoc@hotmail.com
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HOLA MEXICO FILM FESTIVAL
Starts November 15
Sydney 15 – 21 Nov at the Chauvel Cinema.
Along with the full worldwide feature film program. Hola Mexico Film Festival
is presenting Picante Shorts, a showcase of spicy short films created
by you!
The winner will win a trip to MEXICO!
So there are many reasons to attend this year events
Full program at www.Holamexicoff.com
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BLADE RUNNER: THE FINAL CUT
Giveaways
Sunday 11th + Monday 12th November
The First Australian Screenings Presented In Digital High Definition and
proudly supported by SONY
Popcorn Taxi in association with the Hayden Orpheum Cremorne, invite you
to join us for the cinematic event of the year, a digital high definition
(HD) screening of BLADE RUNNER: THE FINAL CUT, Director Ridley Scott's
definitive vision for his signature film, updated, restored and presented
like you've never seen it before!
In celebration of its 25th anniversary, director Ridley Scott (ALIEN,
GLADIATOR, THELMA LOUISE and BLACK HAWK DOWN) has gone back into post
production to create the long-awaited definitive new version, which has
been brilliantly restored and remastered from original elements and scanned
at 4K resolution. This version contains never-before-seen added/extended
scenes, added lines, new and improved special effects, and an all-new
5.1 Dolby® Digital audio track.
With the assistance of Sony's revolutionary CineAlta 4K D-Cinema Projection
System [currently the only system in the world to project 4K DCI (Digital
Cinema Initiative), Standard Cinema Content], BLADE RUNNER: THE FINAL
CUT will be presented in the highest quality format currently available,
ensuring that the film will look nothing short of spectacular.
BLADE RUNNER: THE FINAL CUT will screen exclusively in this format on
the big screen for four Sydney screenings only. The film will be available
to own on DVD, HD DVD and Blu-ray from 19th December 2007 in three spectacular
editions, restored and remastered with 5.1 Audio, new and deleted scenes,
special effects and more!
Aust Premier: Sun Nov 11th – 6:30pm
Encore screenings: Sun Nov 11th – 9:30pm, Mon Nov 12th – 6:30pm,
9:30pm
Where: Hayden Orpheum, Cremorne
Address: 380 Military Road, Cremorne
Ph (02) 9908 4344
Tickets: $21 / $17.50
Advance tickets available online via MCA Ticketing HERE http://www.mca-tix.com/event.asp?pID=1545
or directly via at the Hayden Orpheum Box Office.
To win a double pass to the 9.30pm screening on Sunday November 11th simply
email Katrina on k.beck@metroscreen.org.au
with BLADE RUNNER in the subject line and be sure to send through your
full name and membership number.
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TROPWEST
Free Event
Australia’s most famous short film festival, Sony Tropfest, is heading
west in search of fresh blood.
TropWest, a free event for aspiring Western Sydney
filmmakers of all ages, will be held on November 7 from 6–8pm at the
Roxy Cinema in George Street, Parramatta.
Sony Tropfest has joined forces with the NSW Film and Television Office
(FTO) and Information and Cultural Exchange (ICE) to present TropWest
2007.
TropWest guests will get the inside scoop on Trop Jr, a new competition
for budding filmmakers 15 and under. Trop Jr will screen for the first
time in 2008 as a special family program during the afternoon before the
main Sony Tropfest event.
Speakers at TropWest will explain the process and selection criteria
for entering shorts of less than seven minutes into Sony Tropfest. Some
favourite Sony Tropfest shorts will also be screened. There will also
be an opportunity for questions, and for people interested in screen stories
to network and talk to one another.
Entry guidelines for Sony Tropfest and Trop Jr can be found at www.tropfest.com
and www.tropjr.com with entries accepted
online until Thursday 10 January 2008.
Both festivals will take place on Sunday 17 February 2008.
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BOMB HARVEST
Screening and Q&A’s
Don't miss "Bomb Harvest" which is only in cinemas for another
couple of weeks.
The feature won’t be seen on TV so see it at the movies!
Critics have called the film:
"gripping" (Urban Cinefile)
"compelling" (Sydney Morning Herald")
"fascinating" (Telegraph)
“breathlessly tense...with warmth, humour and richness” (FilmInk)
"jaw-dropping" (Herald Sun)
“tense and exciting” (ATOM)
“4 stars” (At the Movies & The Movie Show)
"thoroughly entertaining...moving...one of the best films I've seen
this year...5 stars" (thescene.com.au)
Currently screening at:
Randwick Ritz (Sydney), Roseville Cinemas (Sydney), Cinema Nova, Carlton
(Melbourne), Nowra Roxy, Ettalong Cinema Paradiso
One-off screenings at:
Byron Bay Cinemas: Q&A screening 5pm 11 November
Dendy Newtown (Sydney) – two screenings: Q&A screening 6.45pm
Thurs 8 Nov and normal screening 4pm Sat 10 Nov
Cinema Paradiso Perth: Sat 10 and Sun 11 November
View the trailer on the website: www.bombharvest.com
Bomb Harvest is the feature documentary from Metro Screen tutors Kim Mordaunt
and Adrian Rostirolla.
Congratulations!
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