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WELCOME TO METRO SCREEN'S WEEKLY eNews – 15 November, 2007
METRO SCREEN END OF 2007 SCREENINGS AT CHAUVEL CINEMA
Metro Screen NETWORK screening
Tuesday 4 Dec 2007. Starts 5.30pm [Cinema 2]
See work from a wide range of talented Sydney film and media makers.
YOUNG FILMMAKERS screening [formerly Channel Free]
Monday 10th Dec. Starts 4.30pm [Cinema 2]
See the next generation of young filmmakers and media artists.
CERTIFICATE IV in SCREEN screening and graduation ceremony
Friday 14 Dec 2007. Starts 4.30pm [Cinema 3]
See the next crop of Australian film and screen professionals.
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TRAINING + WORKSHOPS
Final Cut Pro Apple Certification Exam >>
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 >>
Gear for Sale >>
PROJECTS
Our Town >>
Project Development Services >>
Jump Start >>
Indigenous Scholarship >>
METRO SCREEN EVENTS
Work for Mobile Phone >>
Wallpapers >>
Other Networks >>
Metro Screen End Of 2007 Screenings >>
OPPORTUNITIES
Digital Media Festival Sydney >>
Editor >>
Twice Upon A Time >>
Olgas Granddaughters >>
Crew and Locations Required >>
Body Dysmorphic Disorder >>
Slut >>
CALL FOR ENTRIES
Local Spotlight >>
ABC Pitching Competition >>
FESTIVALS + EVENTS
2007 Possible Worlds >>
The Bee >>
Destination Film Festival >>
The Japanese Film Festival >>
September >>
METRO SCREEN CONGRATULATES
Metro Screen SPAA Fringe >>
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FINAL CUT PRO APPLE CERTIFICATION EXAM
Starts November 26
Impress future employers with Apple certification in Final Cut Pro 6 by
completing the Level 1 online exam. Participants who have completed our
Final Cut Pro Intermediate* course are eligible to complete the exam, which
focuses on assessing participants’ in-depth knowledge of Final Cut
Pro functions, menus and tools. Students who are successful (pass grade
is 80%) will receive an Apple certificate stating that they are an Apple
Certified Pro - Final Cut Pro 6 - Level 1. This session includes an hour
and a half’s revision with an Apple Certified Trainer, followed by
completion of the exam in our Apple Computer Lab.
* If you wish to complete the exam, but have not completed any of our Final
Cut Pro courses, please contact Metro Screen’s Training Department
to discuss.
1 x Mon [Eve] 3hrs | Nov 26 |
$330 / $390 non-members | 15 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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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
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
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
Contact Facilities for enquirers on [02] 9361 5318
or facilities@metroscreen.org.au
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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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METRO SCREEN END OF 2007 SCREENINGS
Everyone’s Invited!
Metro Screen Network Screening
Tuesday 4 Dec 2007. Starts 5.30pm [Cinema 2]
Shorts made through Metro Screen’s members group. Films supported
via subsides won in Pitching Sessions and nurtured along the way by the
group.
See work from a wide range of talented Sydney film and media makers.
Young Filmmakers Screening [formerly Channel Free]
Monday 10th Dec. Starts 4.30pm [Cinema 2]
Shorts made in school holiday workshop attended by 11 – 16 year olds.
See the next generation of young filmmakers and media artists.
Certificate IV in Screen Screening and Graduation
Ceremony
Friday 14 Dec 2007. Starts 4.30pm [Cinema 3]
Graduation shorts made by our full time Metro Screen students. All students
will also graduate at this event.
See the next crop of Australian film and screen professionals.
LOCATION | Screenings take place with Metro
Screen’s partner the Chauvel Cinema at the Paddington Town Hall Cnr
Oxford St & Oatley Rd Paddington [upstairs from Metro Screen].
Screenings are complimentary and open to the public. Seating is strictly
limited and sessions start on time. Latecomers will be permitted in between
films only.
For more information please contact Katrina Beck, Metro Screen Marketing
Manager [02] 9361 5318 k.beck@metroscreen.org.au
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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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EDITOR
Wanted
Ambitious, progressive editor wanted for 5 minute short film (drama). Own
editing rig desirable but not essential. Pay is negotiable.
Please call Daren ASAP on 0414 691 730 for
a copy of the script and discussion.
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TWICE UPON A TIME
Giveaway
Dendy Films are releasing the French romantic comedy Twice Upon A Time nationally
on December 6.
Alice d’Abanville (Charlotte Rampling), an immensely famous London
stage actress, and Louis Ruinard (Jean Rochefort), a cult French film director,
are two extraordinary personalities. They were the most strikingly glamorous
couple of the 70s. But this legendary pair haven’t seen each other
in thirty years. In fact, they’ve done all they can not to see each
other since their abrupt, incomprehensible separation. Alice doesn’t
want to see Louis again. Louis is captivated by her all over again…
What do you do with the great love of your life thirty years later when
you no longer have anything in common?
This film played to full houses during this year's French Film Festival
in both Sydney and Melbourne.
Dendy Films and Metro Screen are giving away double passes to an exclusive
preview screening on Wednesday 21st November @ 6:30pm
at Dendy Opera Quays (2 East Circular Quay, Sydney). To win simply email
Katrina on k.beck@metroscreen.org.au
with TWICE UPON A TIME in the subject line and be sure to include your full
name, address [so we can send you the passes] and your membership number.
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OLGAS GRANDDAUGHTERS
Crew Call
6 min low budget short film funded by Metro Screen (Multicultural Mentorship
2007); shooting will be on the second weekend of December in Sydney.
Catering provided during the shoot, and you will receive a film credit and
a copy of the finished film for your show reel. The film will be screened
at the Chauvel cinema, and will be submitted to festivals.
‘Olga’s Granddaughters’, Sonia and her sister Leah like
to spy and tease an old reclusive neighbour, Olga, and they decide to write
her a letter pretending to be her granddaughters and announcing a visit.
Unexpectedly, Olga seems to have a plan of her own and sets up to prepare
the perfect welcome party. The girls end up caught in their own game, invited
into Olga’s house and narrowly escaping after stealing a beautiful
souvenir. But has Olga got something from them too?
We are looking to fill in the following positions and the following key
roles will receive a small fee:
DOP | Production Manager | Sound Recordist | Editor | Sound Designer | Composer
Volunteer roles:
1st AD | Continuity | Camera Assistant | Runners / Production Assistants
| Make up
If interested, please send a short bio to: olgashortfilm@yahoo.com.au
or contact Mila Gisbert on 0404 268 244.
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CREW AND LOCATIONS REQUIRED
Tropfest Films
I am in need of assistance for the short films that I am making for Tropfest.
If anyone can help me source out the following, that would be fantastic
and I would really appreciate the help:
• Storyboard artist
• Indoor swimming pool (one that would be free to use during the weekend)
• Gaffer
• Sound recordist (Pref with equipment)
• Makeup artist
• Rehearsal space
Equip: Lighting (Red heads), Sound equip (Boom stick, shotgun mic) and 9"
monitor (16:9).
I also need to source an underwater casing for a vid camera. We are aiming
to shoot the films at the end of November during the weekend. We have a
zero to very limited budget.
Please contact Dan on 0423 944 267
www.danbalcaban.com
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BODY DYSMORPHIC DISORDER
Crew Call
A young man has been struggling to terms with an exaggerated perception
of himself when his psychiatrist realises that his patient might take matters
into his own hands.
Crew Required:
Ambitious, progressive cinematographer and editor wanted for 5 minute short
film (drama). Own equipment is desirable but not essential. Pay is negotiable.
Call Daren on 0414 691 730 for a copy of the
script and discussion of visual style.
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SLUT
Cast and Crew Required
‘Slut’ is a great story that revolves around a slut. It has
a car, 2 four year old kids, a woman wearing a hijab (the islamic scarf),
a man with a beard and another man without a beard as well as being a funny
read. This is a shoot for ‘Tropfest 2008’ and the Director has
won 4 awards for his first short film ‘Khatabah’ and had his
second short film ‘The Beach’ produced through the YFF of the
FTO. It screened on ABC2 as well as the DVD of ‘The Road to Guantanamo
Bay’.
We will have free food and be shooting guerilla style. So what are you waiting
for? Join the team and lets shoot away!
SHOOT DATES: Dec 1st and Dec 2nd
SEEKING: Make up artist, 1st Ad and anyone
else who just wants to do it. I also need actors but you need to be of middle
eastern appearance preferably.
Please contact: Ridwan Hassim, Speedy Riddy Creations PTY Ltd
Tel: 9758 4110
Mobile: 0424 184786
Email: ridwanhassim@yahoo.com.au
http://www.thebeachshortfilm.com
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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT
3rd Sydney Latin American Film Festival
Sydney’s Latin American Film Festival is preparing for its 3rd annual
event and is inviting local filmmakers to contribute short films, documentaries
or features for the Festival, which will take place in March 2008.
As part of an extensive film program of international features, documentaries
and shorts, the Festival is also committed to featuring Australian and Latin
filmmakers living in Australia and creating a space for the exhibition and
celebration of hybrid culture filmmakers.
The Festival is a not-for-profit event, which raises funds for community
development programs in Latin America. Last year the Festival was able to
support three community development programs in Latin America and also here
in Australia.
Filmmakers should check out the Festival website to download an entry form
and to get more details about entering at http://
www.sydneylatinofilmfestival.org
Entries close on 15th November, 2007.
Last year the Festival presented documentaries and features from Argentina,
Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru and Australia.
In 2008 the Festival will once again feature a special international guest
and an exciting film festival program of films yet to reach our shores.
For submission details, visit http://www.sydneylatinofilmfestival.org
or email films@sydneylatinofilmfestival.org
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ABC PITCHING COMPETITION
Deadline January 14
ABC TV Arts, Entertainment & Comedy and ABC TV Documentaries (Science)
will finance the development of a Science and Arts documentary project to
the value of AU$10,000 in a pitching competition at the AIDC from February
20-22, 2008.
The collaboration between these two highly divergent cultures is now a dynamic
area of practice. Increasing numbers of artists and scientists are exploring
each other's ideas, materials and working methods. Artists are inspired
by science and technology as well as providing fresh critical viewpoints
of the consequences of new knowledge. The artistic impulse is itself an
area of research by scientists.
Proposals from science and arts filmmakers that are interesting innovative
formats are welcomed. We would like to receive applications that demonstrate
new thoughts or new concepts on how a convergence of arts and science could
be expressed on television.
ABC TV Arts and ABC TV Docs are calling for treatments of up to 3 pages
for either a one-hour documentary or a documentary series for prime time
slots on ABC TV.
The deadline for applications is January 14 2008.
For more information please go to www.abc.net.au/tv/aidc
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2007 POSSIBLE WORLDS
Canadian Film Festival: THE TRACEY FRAGMENTS
2ND December, 6.30pm – Chauvel Cinema
Sarah Timmins returns home to Sydney to present her first feature as producer,
The Tracey Fragments. The former film and TV production student of the University
of Technology , Sydney, was born in Paddington, just a few blocks away from
the Chauvel Cinema where her film will premiere.
Rising star Ellen Page (Hard Candy, Juno) gives a raw and powerful performance
as the tormented 15 year-old heroin, Tracey Berkowitz in this coming of
age film. Tracey's journey leads us into the dark underbelly of a city,
into the emotional cesspool of her home, through the brutality of her high
school and her soaring fantasies of Billy Zero – her rock’n’roll
saviour.
"I'm thrilled to be presenting The Tracey Fragments in Sydney",
says Sarah. "It's my home town, where I learnt to love films and decided
to become a filmmaker myself. I'm also a bit nervous because my film is
wild and experimental, but I really hope that the adventurous Sydney filmgoers
I know and love will embrace the experience".
The Canadian Film Festival screens from 29th November to 5th December.
For more information, contact festival organisers, The Festivalists at 9281
5608.
Website: http://www.possibleworlds.net.au
Prices: $15.50 (full) $12.50 (Conc & Movie Club)
Filmbuff Pass: $44 for 4 sessions (excl. Opening Night)
Tickets on sale now.
Tickets and Filmbuff Passes are available in person from Chauvel Cinema
box office, in advance or on the day.
www.chauvelcinema.net.au (no phone bookings)
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THE BEE
Darlinghurst Theatre Company and MoFu CoSu
By Hideki Noda and Colin Teevan
Based on the original story Mushiriai (Plucking at Each Other) by Yasutaka
Tsutsui
A stinging bee may hurt the creature that threatens it, but in the process
destroys itself...
What would you do if your family were being held hostage be an escaped criminal?
Your house besieged by cameras and reporters, the world demanding to know
how you feel?
When Mr Ido arrives home on his son’s birthday, he discovers that
Ogoro, an escaped convict, has taken his wife and child hostage inside his
home. Bamboozled by the media, yet finding the police response to be somewhat
apathetic, Mr Ido decides to take matters into his own hands. He enters
the home of Ogoro’s wife and son and begins to conduct his own form
of ‘negotiation’ using Ogoro’s family as leverage.
The Bee is an erotic and bloody exploration of vengeance and the hunger
for ultimate supremacy.
"This is a highly unusual theatrical gem; part slapstick comedy, part
satire, part macabre dance." Time Out
Preview Wednesday 28 November 8pm
Thursday 29 November to Saturday 15 October
Tuesday to Saturday at 8pm, Sundays at 5pm
Bookings http://www.darlinghursttheatre.com
or 02 8356 9987
Metro Screen card carrying members receive discounted ticket rates of $20
on Tuesdays and $25 to performances Wed-Sun.
We also have double passes to give away to the performance on Wednesday
28 November. Simply email Katrina on k.beck@metroscreen.org.au with THE BEE in the subject line and be sure to include your full
name and membership number.
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DESTINATION FILM FESTIVAL
at CarriageWorks
Three Saturday afternoons of film + talk, curated by Megan Spencer.
Each week will show unique films from everywhere – Australia, the
rest of the world, and cyber-space, then a panel discussion with film-junkies
of all types.
DestFest is a showcase of new and old films, and the obsession with GOOD
FILM. 24 Nov is international films, 1 Dec is Australian films, and 8 Dec
is cyber-born film. Spencer has uncovered cutting edge new films, and also
rare, lost and unseen shorts that have been liberated from garages and bottom
drawers of the industry’s most innovative and creative film-makers.
Panelists include: Nash and Joel Edgerton
(Blue Tongue Films) | Kriv Stenders (Boxing Day) |
Rosemary Blight (Producer, Clubland).
Tickets are from $15. CarriageWorks, 245 Wilson St Eveleigh.
All the info is at www.destfest.com.au
We have double passes to give away to the opening day, 24 Nov. To win it,
simply email Katrina at k.beck@metroscreen.org.au
with DestFest in the subject and be sure to include your full name, membership
number and address.
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THE JAPANESE FILM FESTIVAL
Get excited because we are...
Blockbuster hits, state-of-the-art anime, suspenseful horror, eccentric
comedy, tear-jerking romances, heroic samurai action. It’s all here
at the Japanese Film Festival, a must-see calendar event.
The Japanese Film Festival, now in its 11th year, begins on 29 November
at Greater Union George Street, for ten days only.
Tickets on sale now at Greater Union George Street box office.
Please visit our official website http://11thjff.jpf-sydney.org
for more information or alternatively, contact us at [02]
8239 0055
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SEPTEMBER
Win Tickets
To celebrate the release of Peter Carstairs’ feature directorial debut,
September, the first film to be released as part of the Tropfest Feature
Program, Hopscotch Films are giving Metro Screen members the chance to win
a complimentary double pass valid across the weekend of November 23, 24
and 25.
Set in the sweeping Western Australian wheat belt in 1968, September tells
the story of two 16 year old boys, one black and one white, whose pure and
unaffected friendship begins to fall apart under the pressures of a changing
social and political climate. Ed and Paddy have been best friends for as
long as they remember, but the winds of change, however, soon blow their
way and for the first time, the boys start to see things as they really
are – and the result is heartbreaking. With a superb script, outstanding
performances and luminous cinematography, September reveals – layer
by layer – the tumultuous human emotions beneath a segregated inequity
in Australia’s recent past. September is a haunting and evocative
film about the power of friendship.
IN CINEMAS NOVEMBER 29
To win simply email Katrina at k.beck@metroscreen.org.au
with SEPTEMBER in the subject and be sure to include your full name and
address so we can mail you the passes along with your membership number
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METRO SCREEN SPAA FRINGE
Report
Winner of the pass to this years SPAA Fringe through
the Mtero Screen Network Pitching Session, Georgia Clarke has this to say
about her experience:
SPAA Fringe was another fantastic year of friendly filmmakers networking
madly over a short two days at the Paddington Town Hall. Personally I get
the most out of the one-on-ones – what better way to sell yourself
and your project than 30 uninterrupted minutes with the target of your choice?
I chewed the ear of young guns Nathan Mayfield and Tracey Robertson from
Hoodlum, Marcus Gillezeua from Firelight, Aidan O'Bryan from WBMC and Nerida
Moore from the FTO, all razor-smart people with great advice.
Insightful, funny keynotes from Todd Abbott (who is so ridiculously charming
he deserves his own series) and Andrea Buck and Dee McLachlanan (who I admire
immensely, and will be consequently helping out with publicity for The Jammed's
DVD release come March 5). Brendan Cook (Picture Drift) and the afore mentioned
Nathan and Tracey must also be highly commended for their entertaining and
comprehensive presentations that certainly put my PowerPoint skills to shame.
I also met Andy Walker, who is producing Roger Simpson's new series for
Showtime, 'Satisfaction', who had some great stories about these innovative
new broadcasters.
Top that off with any number of great foyer/ lounge/ pub conversations with
passionate emerging writers, producers and directors, all keen to swap war
stories and contacts, and we have another awesome SPAA Fringe!
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