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Welcome to Metro Screen’s weekly e-news Thursday 25th of May 2006 01. Pitch for your share of $15,000 of in-kind subsidy 02. Metro Screen’s Open Day Friday and Saturday next week 03. Accommodation deal for Television production workshop at the University of Western Sydney 04. Channel Free’s next workshop ‘Digital Micro Movie’ on July 12, 13 and 14. 05. Final Cut Pro and Post Production at Metro Screen Courses 06. Volunteer soundperson required for a TV documentary project 07. Seeking writers for Community TV Comedy 08. Casting call for short film ‘Jelly’s Placenta’ 09. Seeking actors for short film ‘Wish List’ 10. Roseville Cinemas seeking Ushers, Candy Bar and Projectionists 11. The Sydney Film Festival 12. Sydney Travelling Film Festival 13. Best of Show-Fest 2006 14. Qantas SOYA calling Filmmakers & Artists – Cash Prizes 15. Be part of the studio audience for Foxtel’s new Variety show with host Simon Burke 16. Independent film CAUGHT SHORT at TAP Gallery 17. Graf Radical Art Biennale 18. Metro Screen and Cinemarket give script away 19. Metro Screen congratulates - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 01. Pitch for your share of $15,000 of in-kind subsidy This pitching event will take place at the next MPG meeting, Tuesday June 6th from 6.30pm at Metro Screen. This is your chance to access free filmmaking equipment and facilities through the $15,000 MPG subsidy fund. All you need to do is pitch your filmmaking project to the group and persuade them to support your vision! Pitchers must have already attended an MPG meeting and be Metro Screen members. Deadline for submission of pitch documents is next week Friday 2nd June, 5pm. The meeting will be set up with a panel of industry experts who will give feedback and offer advice to those pitching. Everyone in the audience will also be given the opportunity to ask questions of the pitchers. As this is the MPG meeting for June members will also be given the chance to network and meet one another, put out calls for crew and cast and screen their work for feedback. To register to pitch or find out more about the pitching process, or the MPG generally, please contact Claire Morgan mpg@metroscreen.org.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 02. Metro Screen’s Open Day Friday and Saturday next week Friday is booked out. Having attracted ten schools from the Sydney and NSW area. So if you want to take advantage of the free filmmaking workshops, talks, markets and screenings Metro Screen invites you to the public Open Day, Saturday June 3 from 10am to 2pm. Saturday will be jam packed with continuous screenings, video production and editing workshops as well as talks led by Emmy nominated cinematographers. Metro Screen’s Open Day also hosts a market with stalls offering vital film industry information from AFC, ASDA, Arts Law, Inside Film, Filmink, ATYP, TVS, Sydney Film Festival. There will also be body-painting demonstrations, Metro Screen guided tours and camera demonstrations. Bookings for the workshops and talks are not essential, however recommended to save disappointment. Please note that the workshop and talks are just one part of the day and those who do not wish to participate in the workshops or talks will be kept entertained and busy with the many other activities on offer June 3 at Metro Screen. For enquiries or more information regarding the Open Day please contact either Michael Chrisoulakis or Kristy Brown on 9361 5318 or training@metroscreen.org.au or http://www.metroscreen.org.au/pdf/OpenDaySchedule.pdf - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 03. Accommodation deal for Television production workshop at the University of Western Sydney This three day intensive video production workshop will teach you the basics of making a television program for TVS, Sydney’s new community television station. Do you have an idea for a show but are not sure where to start? This workshop is your hands-on introduction to filmmaking from the initial idea to the final product. In groups you will script and storyboard your ideas, shoot them using digital video cameras and edit the material on Final Cut Pro. All participants will rotate through key crew roles while learning basic screen language, lighting and sound techniques, and exploring their storytelling potential. This workshop is excellent for anyone interested in becoming involved in TVS. On conclusion of this workshop you’ll receive a DVD of all short movies made – the beginnings of your TVS career. For those travelling outside of the Penrith area The Vines Holiday Villa is offering reduced accommodation rates, call 0414 333 520 and speak to Kristina. The Villa’s are located at 2 Lansdowne Rd Orchard Hills START June 9 |10| 11 FINISH START Oct 3 | 4 | 5 FINISH 18 hrs |Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 9.30am – 4.30pm Venue | University of Western Sydney, Werrington Campus FEE: $480 Limited to 20 places | No prerequisites For more information on the course please contact Metro Screen on 02 9361 5318 metro@metroscreen.org.au www.metroscreen.org.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 04. Channel Free’s next workshop ‘Digital Micro Movie’ on July 12, 13 and 14. Open to all 11-16 year olds this workshop will give participants hands on experience with digital video technology and also provide film screenings and demonstrations. Qualified video tutors will train participants in all aspects of video production including: camera operation, lighting, audio, story boarding, scripting, directing and editing. Participants will gain experience in all areas of screen production from acting to editing and everything in between. Shooting with Canon XL1 Mini DV cameras both onsite in Metro Screen’s Studio 1 and off site on location and finally editing using Final Cut Pro. Participants will gain an overall understanding and the practical experience of producing a screen project. With a focus on visual storytelling the July workshop provides three days of intensive video making. So if you are interested in coming along start thinking about ways of telling a story with pictures. Sometimes an image can say so much more than a line of dialogue! Don’t forget to bring along any short scripts or video ideas you might want to make. Young people with little or no prior video production experience are encouraged to enrol. Are you ready for three days of "Lights, camera, Action"? DATES: • Pre-Production: Wednesday 12 July[10.00am - 5.00pm] • Production: Thursday 13 July [10.00am - 5.00pm] • Post-Production: Friday 14 July [10.00am - 6.00pm] COST: $230. All Channel Free workshops are highly subsidised. This course is valued at over $524 per participant. Channel Free can also offer [2] further course fee subsidies to lower-income families. VENUE: Metro Screen, Sydney Film Centre - Paddington Town Hall, Cnr Oatley Rd + Oxford St Paddington AGE GROUP: 11-16 year olds. If you are under 11 or just hit 17 let us know - you might be able to do the workshop. To enrol or to apply for the further discount please contact Channel Free Coordinator Craig Boreham on channelfree@metroscreen.org.au or 02 9361 5318 or download a pdf file here! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 05. Final Cut Pro and Post Production at Metro Screen *Final Cut Pro Fundamentals (Beginner) Learn basic, but essential, editing functions of the Final Cut Pro digital editing program. This popular accredited course will explore effective file management, capturing and outputting footage, applying transitions, importing music, and title generation. Taken in our Apple Mac computer lab, you will learn effective tips and short cuts to get started on mastering this powerful editing program. 21 hrs | 7 Wednesdays 6.15pm to 9.15pm START June 7 | 14 | 21 | 28 | Jul 5 | 12 | 19 | FINISH $590 members | $695 non-members Limited to 11 places Special Feature | Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment from the Certificate IV in Screen CUF40401 Post-Production Pathways A poorly thought out post-production pathway often leads to major budget blowouts. What format will you finish your film or doco on? What is the best path to take to keep the highest possible image quality? How will you track-lay and mix your audio? These are some of the many issues that should be addressed in the pre-production stage. This course will explore preparation, format compatibility, aspect ratios, compression, data transfer rates and the technology available to ensure the most effective post-production pathway for your project. An important course for editors, producers, directors, and anybody working in the technical and organisational areas of film and video production and post-production. 12 hrs | 4 Thursdays 6.15pm to 9.15pm START June 1 | 8 | 15 | 22 | FINISH $280 members | $325 non-members Limited to 15 places Prerequisites | Digital Micro Movie or equivalent Venue Metro Screen, call 02 9361 5318 for an enrolment form or metro@metroscreen.org.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 06. Volunteer soundperson required for TV documentary project Circe Films is currently looking for a volunteer soundperson to assist an experienced documentary maker on her shoot around Sydney during the week commencing Monday 29th May to shoot additional footage for 'The Forgotten Australians'. The project is at development stage only and yet to attach a broadcaster, but the dilemma for the filmmakers is the story is unfolding each day and we need to capture some footage now! This role would be perfect for an individual with some experience in sound recording/boom operation (ie. recent graduate or current student) who is keen to gain experience and assist on what will be a broadcast quality project with experienced documentary maker Nicola Woolmington. The shoot would be scattered throughout the week, so there is some flexibility regarding when you would be required. For more information call Kate at Circe Films on 03 9525 8486 or email circe_me@bigpond.net.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 07. Seeking writers for Community TV Comedy Writers wanted for follow up series of ‘In Other News’, a comedy on community TV. Participation in the show is on a voluntary basis. Our pilot series is screening on TVS (Channel 31) on Monday nights at 9.30pm 29th May and 5th June. The show consists of a series of mock headlines and interviews based on the news and current affairs. We are currently putting together the follow up series, which will build on the initial theme and add more character and plot to the show. For more information email Stuart at voicecoffee@optusnet.com.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 08. Casting call for short film ‘Jelly’s Placenta’ Casting call for a 15 minute drama film production ‘Jelly’s Placenta’, to be shot in August by experienced crew. The film is to be shot on HD, and will be distributed to festivals both nationally and internationally. We are looking for two MEN, in the 30 – 45 age range to play the lead roles of Leith and Jelly. JELLY – Intellectual drama teacher, still under the spell of his recently deceased mother. LEITH – Jelly’s partner of 13 years, Leith is a man who acts and dresses as a woman. Leith is a highly passionate and dramatic performer. To arrange an audition time, please contact the Director, Christina at grillostone@yahoo.com, or call on 9712 7932. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 09. Seeking actors for short film ‘Wish List’ Jupeter Films is seeking two Male actors between 21-30 for their up and coming short film ‘Wish List’. The story is about two best friends. One of them, Luke, is dying and has one last wish. His best friends Johnny tries to fulfil his last wish the best he can and before he looses his friend. Please send a Bio and headshot to: Att: Kurt Roberts gomez1819@optusnet.com.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10. Roseville Cinemas seeking Ushers, Candy Bar and Projectionists Roseville Cinemas are looking to employ some casual staff for their cinema. They are looking for; Ushers, Candy bar and Projectionists Please email Nick Williams at jobs@rosevillecinemas.com.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11. The Sydney Film Festival The Sydney Film Festival is one of Australia’s most prestigious film events, showcasing the best in film from Australia and around the world. This year’s Festival takes place 9-25 June and has over 200 films, including features, documentaries and shorts screening at the State Theatre, Dendy Opera Quays and George Street cinemas. Be sure to check out this year’s ‘Hot Spot’ theme, extraordinary new films that are getting the chat rooms, fan sites and word-of-mouth networks excited. ‘Kidulthood’. Boosted by a terrific street-music soundtrack, this controversial UK feature captures the violent and sexually promiscuous lives of a group of London teenagers. Experience the international premiere at the State Theatre on Sunday 11 June at 7:30pm and again on Tuesday 13 June at 2:30pm. Director Menhaj Huda will introduce the film and take questions afterwards. ‘The Descent’. Six women go pot holing, get trapped by a rockfall and discover they are not alone – one of the best UK horror flicks in years. Screens on Friday 23 June at 9:00pm. ‘Hard Candy’. A gripping, ingenious and disturbing movie – a 32 year-old photographer meets a 14 year-old girl via an Internet chat room and finds she has a shocking surprise in store. See it at the George Street Cinemas on Saturday 10 June at 9:40pm and again on Tuesday 13 June at 8:45pm. To discover more Hot Spot films and to view the full program visit www.sydneyfilmfestival.org For tickets, call Ticketmaster at 136 100. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12. Sydney Travelling Film Festival Friday 26 May - Sunday 28 May Greater Union Cinemas, Wollongong A reminder that the Sydney Travelling Film Festival is on this weekend in Wollongong. In a new ticket deal, anyone aged 26 or under, or studying full-time, can buy a 9-film Full Subscription Youth Pass for $35, meaning you pay less than $4 per film. All ticket prices are below - session tickets can be bought just before each screening, and passes can be bought in advance. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13. Best of Show-Fest 2006 For those who missed Show-Fest because of the Easter break, the Best of Show-Fest 2006 has been invited to screen at Balmain. This will be for one night only! Unlike at Show-Fest, the 10 films will be screened together and a combined Q&A forum will be held afterwards. As always we will have giveaways & movie trivia. Admission: $10. Full programme will be available on the web shortly: www.nafa.net.au Thursday 1 June 2006, 6.30pm (sharp) Cat & Fiddle Hotel, 456 Darling St, Balmain, SYDNEY Enquiries: Tony Chu - Festival Director M: 0412 230 415 E: tony@nafa.net.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 14. Qantas SOYA calling Filmmakers & Artists – Cash Prizes For the third year running, Qantas is launching the Spirit of Youth Awards [SOYA]. From May 15 to July 31, 2006, Australian artists (25 and under) are invited to enter their work for the chance to win $5,000 in cash, $5,000 in Qantas flights and mentorships with leading lights of the international creative community. SOYA is delighted to announce that acclaimed film director Phillip Noyce will be joining the impressive line up of SOYA ‘06 mentors which also includes world renowned designer Marc Newsom, fashion icon Peter Morrissey and Elizabeth Ann MacGregor, director of Sydney’s Museum of Contemporary Art. As success stories in their chosen fields, the SOYA mentors know that getting a break and having the right doors opened can launch a creative career. How To Enter. Artists must be Australian citizens aged 25 and under to enter SOYA. Submit artwork in one or more of the seven SOYA categories to NOISE by July 31, 2006. Provide at least three different examples of work (as high quality hard copies and/or digital versions on CD). Upload submissions at www.noise.net or send to NOISE at GPO Box 2227, Sydney NSW 2001. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15. Be part of studio audience for Foxtel’s new Variety show with host Simon Burke Foxtel’s W Channel wants YOU to be part of its studio audience for a brand new variety show… There’ll be fabulous guests, lots of your favourite music, and plenty more…This is a studio recording you do not want to miss out on. So don’t! If you would like to dress up, laugh, and sing your night away then join us and be part of this televised phenomenon! Not to mention the fact that when your bum hits that seat, you’re in the draw to win $500! So put it in your diaries, and make this evening your own! Please contact us at Southern Star Entertainment: EMAIL: studioa@sstar.com.au or PHONE: (02) 9432 7120 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16. Independent film CAUGHT SHORT at TAP Gallery Thursday 1st June at TAP Gallery 278 Palmer St, Darlinghurst Doors at 7pm / Films at 8pm $5 conc / $8 other WE WANT YOUR SHORT FILMS! Now accepting submissions... contact the organisers Sarah Lancaster & Sarah McDonald caught short - po box 908 newtown nsw 2042 tel: 0404 099 149 / 0415 437 030 filmcaughtshort@yahoo.com.au www.filmcaughtshort.com screening venue details: www.tapgallery.org.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17. Graf Radical Art Biennale June | August | 2006 GRAB is the first biennale for Electronic and Graffiti Art that consists of multi-dimensional installations produced by Time-Based and Graffiti Art activists. GRAB invites selected artists and curators locally and globally to participate by appointment to produce a collaborative site specific works at the Armory. The works are produced on site by the artists and curators during six weeks with specific theme provided prior to production and are followed by eight weeks public exhibition. Building 18 | The Armory | Sydney Olympic Park For more information please contact admin@cinewest.org.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18. Metro Screen and Cinemarket give script away Recently Metro Screen attended the Inner West Advisory Tertiary and Careers Expo. This Careers Expo was in its 9th year with over 3000 students from both private and public secondary schools attending. Part of the day was Metro Screen’s prize draw of the Gladiator script kindly donated by Cinemarket.com.au Metro Screen would like to congratulate Tanya Oriehova for entering the Metro Screen raffle at the Inner West Advisory Tertiary and Careers Expo. Congratulations Tanya, your script is in the mail. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 19. Metro Screen congratulates At last weeks Multicultural Mentorship Scheme [MMS] screenings it was announced that George Barbakadze's MMS film ‘Black Rain’ had been selected for the 21st European Film festival Alpinale, in Nenzing, Austria, 9-14 August. The film is in competition, nominated for the Golden Unicorn. This festival is open only to European films/directors and the Producer Lazaro Hernandez and Scott Gustetter and Director George Barbakadze made a strong case for their film to be included. Metro Screen believes that ‘Black Rain’ is the only Australian film in the festival. ‘Black Rain’ is a seven minute drama. Twenty years after the chernobyl disaster Marsha is still suffering from traumatising recollections, which the catostrophe and its aftermath have seared into her memory. Pain and fear are materialised in the form of rain for Marsha, as it unlocks the most dramatic and horrifying images of her childhood. Music now propels her toward the possibility of making peace with the past and the rain. Metro Screen congratulates George, Lazaro, Scott and Mentor Greg Woodland for ‘Black Rains’ success. The 2006 MMS is now accepting applications, please contact David Opitz for an information kit on 02 9361 5318 d.opitz@metroscreen.org.au www.metroscreen.org.au - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - If you know of anyone who may be interested in receiving this e-news please feel free to forward it on. Metro Screen also provides a notice board located in our foyer, if you would like to use this notice board please forward your notices to metro@metroscreen.org.au and ask for them to be displayed. Metro Screen – celebrating 25 years Sydney Film Centre, Paddington Town Hall PO Box 299 Paddington NSW 2021 Tel: 02 9361 5318 fax: 02 9361 5320 TELL YOUR STORY Training, equipment hire and production support for filmmakers www.metroscreen.org.au |
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