Time to Celebrate! Entertainment Partners Declares June “Production Incentives Awareness Month”

Burbank, CA – June 2, 2009 Entertainment Partners (EP), a 100% employee-owned company and the leading provider of payroll and production management solutions for the entertainment industry, announced today its June lineup of events and materials to heighten industry awareness of the complex, critical topic of Production Incentives.

“We are proud to view ourselves truly as partners to our clients,” notes EP CEO and President Markham L. Goldstein. “Particularly in this economy, we consider any assistance that we can provide to minimize spending and maximize production opportunities to be part of our commitment to our clients.”

On Sunday, June 7, as part of the Producer’s Guild of America’s inaugural “Produced By” conference, EP is sponsoring “Made in the USA: Navigating Domestic Tax Incentives,” a sold-out panel featuring PGA East Chairman and production finance/risk management specialist John Hadity, EP incentives expert and Vice President Joseph Chianese, and recognized industry leader Mary Ann Hughes, Vice President Film Production Planning, Walt Disney Pictures.

Welcoming California to the production incentives mix, EP will proudly present the California Film Commission’s annual California Locations Reception at The London, West Hollywood, on June 16. “Entertainment Partners has been a loyal supporter of the California Film Commission and worked closely with us for years on the effort to create tax incentives for California. Their expertise in state-wide incentive programs proved to be a valuable resource to us. This year, with their support, we succeeded,” says California Film Commission Executive Director, Amy Lemisch.

Moving to the virtual world, EP will join with the Producer’s Guild of America and 411 Publishing to present a series of “webinars” designed to educate and inform the production community. The first session, “Incentives 101: What Every Producer Needs to Know to Maximize Production Incentives,” will be presented on June 24 at 11:00 am PDT. Free registration is available at www.LA411.com.

Finally, ending the month on a more tangible note, EP will release the latest edition of the complimentary The Essential Guide to U.S. & International Production Incentives. To order The Guide or get the most up-to-date, accurate information, please visit www.productionincentives.com.

“In reality,” Goldstein asserts, “at EP every month is ‘Production Incentives Awareness Month.’ But for those who may not be very familiar with the resources available, June is a great time to become acquainted.”

Bernalillo County Hands-On Filmmaking Workshop

Presented by Bernalillo County Arts Program and Digital Filmmaking Institute

Experience filmmaking from top to bottom! During the workshop, you will help to write a script, and then learn the processes to convert the script to film. You will apply the skills you've learned to film the movie.

This workshop is free and open to Bernalillo County residents 18 years of age or older. There will be 4 evening classes and one all day Saturday shoot.

Workshop class dates: June 15 & 17, 22 & 24, 5 pm - 9 pm
All Day Shoot: June 27, 8am - 5pm, or until we're done

Classes will be held on the Main Campus of CNM.

Registration is required.
Spaces are limited and fill up fast. Don't miss this opportunity to experience filmmaking first hand!

To obtain a registration form:
Email: Geni4filmbootcamp@gmail.com
Include your name and best phone number.
A registration form will be emailed to you.

New Mexico Film Office & IATSE Local 480 Kick Off Tour to Meet with Native American and Hispanic Residents

ANTA FE-The New Mexico Film Office is teaming up with the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 480 for a series of presentations designed to inform Native American and Hispanic residents about potential careers in the movie industry. The first five presentations begin this Thursday, June 11th and will include the personal stories of current employees in the industry, as well as discussions about training opportunities available for New Mexicans.

“We are working to make sure that all New Mexicans have a chance to be a part of this exciting and growing industry,” said Lisa Strout, Director of the New Mexico Film Office. “Through these presentations we are reaching out to interested Hispanic and Native American New Mexicans who may not otherwise be exposed to the opportunities that are available.”

“The state’s efforts to build the state’s movie industry have helped boost the economy and provide good jobs for all New Mexicans,” said Jon Hendry, business manager for IATSE Local 480. “Our members are giving back to their communities by educating others about the business and helping to keep the momentum going.”

The first series of these presentations will be held in communities across central and northern New Mexico:

Thursday, June 11th 2:00p - Navajo Nation visit @ Shiprock | PHIL Theatre
Friday, June 12th 2:00p - Acoma/Laguna visit @ Sky City Cultural Center
Saturday, June 13th 2:00p - Espanola visit @ NNMC Nick Salazar Center for the Arts
Wednesday, June 17th 7:00p - Navajo Nation 2nd visit @ NMSU-Grants Martinez Hall
Friday, June 19th 3:00p - South Valley visit @ Nat’l Hispanic Cultural Center

48 Hour Film Project Meet and Greet This Wednesday!

48 Hour Film Meet and Greet

Date: Wednesday, June 10th
Time: 6 - 8:30pm
Place: Imbibe Bar
3101 Central Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Interested in being a part of the 48 Hour Film Project? Then come on
down to Imbibe Bar for our Networking Party/Meet & Greet. ANYONE
who is interested in being involved as a filmmaker, actor, crew member,
or even just a supporter of the 48 Hour Film Project is invited! Imbibe
will provide us with great drink specials, light appetizers and a fun
atmosphere for the evening!

What is the 48 Hour Film Project?

The 48 Hour Film Project is a wild and sleepless weekend in which you and
a team make a movie-write, shoot, edit and score it-in
just 48 hours.

On Friday night, you get a character, a prop, a line of
dialogue and a genre, all to include in your movie. 48 hours later, the
movie must be complete. Then it will show at the KiMo theater, just 3 days later!

The Filmmaking Weekend is July 10-12!

Entry
in the project is first come, first served, so check out the website
and enter today! http://www.48hourfilm.com/albuquerque/

Questions? Email Albuquerque Producer Liz Langston at albuquerque@48hourfilm.com.

Liz Langston
Executive Producer
48 Hour Film Project

www.48hourfilm.com
202-285-5166

Improv Class for Actors and Writers

Improv Class For Actors & Writers : Now Every Thursday, with Lee Stranahan.

Come and be part of the fun on Thursday nights in Albuquerque.

Do you want to dramatically improve your audition technique and
confidence? Or do you want to write for tv, film or stage? Want to
have a great time while building your skills and resume?

Come take a three hour improv class in Albuquerque every Thursday night.

Here's what our students say ....

"Albuquerque finally has a great improv class! Completely
comfortable, and a total blast. I would recommend Lee Stranahan's
class to any local actor- beginners and advanced actors."

Whether you have no improv experience or have taken other classes,
you'll enjoy this energetic actors workout and learn skills that will
help you whether you're an actor, writer or directors. The class will
include exercises, games, and scene work.

Instructor Lee Stranahan was an improv performer for over a decade in
Los Angeles, where he worked with now famous talent like Matthew Perry
and Wayne Brady. Lee has taught classes around the world, worked in
broadcast television and film and his YouTube videos have over
3,000,000 views and earned him rave reviews from Time, Newsweek, Rosie
O'Donnell and Talladega Nights writer/director Adam McKay. Lee is also
a featured writer at one of the world's most read websites, The
Huffington Post. To learn more, visit his website is LeeStranahan.com.

You MUST register to attend. Space is limited so email right away - stranahan@gmail.com

Location : 302 Washington SE, Albuquerque
Date : Every Thursday
Time : 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Cost : $20 / class or $75 / 4 weeks

Lawmakers debate limits to Michigan film incentives

Michigan upstaged 28 other states competing for Hollywood's attention when lawmakers and Gov. Jennifer Granholm approved tax refunds as high as 42 percent on production costs for motion pictures shot here.

It certainly got Clint Eastwood's attention. His acclaimed "Gran Torino" was one of the 28 movies produced mostly in Michigan last year, up from three films shot here in 2007.

The euphoria over Michigan's flirtation with cinema stars may not last long, however, amid budget woes as high as $2 billion and a projection that film-related rebates could sap $150 million from next year's state tax collections.

To read the full article, click here.

Professional Digital Video Production Package for Sale

Panasonic DVX100A with 24 fps & 16X9 widescreen format options, Leica Dicomar 10X1 optical lens Only 320 total hours, Heads rated for 5000 hrs. Panasonic Cinema quick draw case, 2 large batteries, AC/Charger, Headphones, Petrol Rain/Dust cover, Sony shotgun mike, manual and cables. $1500.00

Panasonic ProLine NG-DV2000 Editing/player recorder. $1000.00

Manfroto 501 HDV fluid head and Manfroto Aluminum 3 part leg Tripod, Like New. $450.00

Mac G-5 with OS 10.4.11 software, 8 GB ram, Dual 2.5 Ghz Power PC processors, 250 GB internal hard drive, room for a second HD, DVD/CD burner, Keyboard, Mouse, Samsung SyncMaster 940BW 17 in. Flatscreen LCD and Harmon/Kardon speakers.
Some extra software also. $1000

$3500.00 takes all and one item from below list:

Also stereo mike, camera body pod support, camera light sold separately.
CineVision Productions
Richard
505 466.9347
rickito@aol.com

New Mexico Women in Film Event!

Event: Screening of Shirley Clarke's film "The Connection", followed by a Q&A with the filmmaker's daughter, Wendy Clarke
When: Saturday, June 27th
Time: 2-5 pm
Where: The Film Museum (formerly Jean Cocteau theater), 418 Montezuma Ave, Santa Fe 87501
Cost: Members FREE, Non-members $15.

Born in New York, Shirley Clarke (1919-1997) first started making films in the 1950’s. Many of her films were considered to be artistic breakthroughs, and Clarke was a major leader in the emergence of an American independent filmmaking movement in New York. She made low-budget black and white films that addressed relevant social issues. Clarke lectured frequently and spoke at theaters and museums.

"The Connection" is a 1961 black and white film directed by Shirley Clarke. The film is based on a play of the same name by Jack Gelber about heroin-addicted jazz musicians. Clarke’s editing style and cinematography lend a documentary-feel to the film, but it is actually carefully scripted. The film is one of the 100 Best Films in the National Film Archives and won the Critic's Award at Cannes in 1961.

Shirley's daughter, Wendy Clarke, is an artist and filmmaker and lives north of Taos in New Mexico. She will by present for a Q&A after the screening.

Call for Entries: Wild Bill’s Crazy Film Festival

Albuquerque’s most interactive film festival is coming soon to The Box Performance Space!!!

The infamous Old West gunman Wild Bill will be your host through two hours of short films by Albuquerque’s finest filmmakers. The film can be about anything; comedy, horror, drama, experimental, etc. Maybe you have a scene from a larger work that you want screened for an audience, or a short home movie that you and your friends think is hilarious. Anything goes! Each film will be given a two minute grace period and after that, it’s up to the audience – if they like what they see, the film has a chance at a cash prize and world fame. If they don’t, the film is put out of its misery by Wild Bill and his six shooters. So don’t wait! Submit your film! Bring your friends! And get ready for a night of Wild West Filmmaking Fun!

All films must be ten minutes or less. The filmmakers must be present for their film to be screened. Go to our website, WildBillFilm.blogspot.com, for more information and to download the submission form.

Where: The Box Performance Space
When: Saturday, July 25
Time: 8:00 PM
Address: 1025 Lomas Blvd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Submission Deadline: Saturday, July 25 by 5:00 PM
Submission Price: $5, which includes admission to the fest

The Two-Week Turnarond Tour Comes to ABQ

The Two-week Turnaround Tour or T3 is a community filmmaking project. Filmblazer will visit 14 cities over 7 months. We write, shoot, and screen a short film in each city in just two-weeks. We, at filmblazer, believe everyone has something to offer in the collaborative art of filmmaking. We invite you to join us on this grand adventure.

To learn more, click here!

Win Tix to the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta - New Disney/Pixar Flick "UP" Inspires Cool Prize

In the new Disney/Pixar film Up, opening in theaters Friday, May 29th, a balloon salesman ties 1,000 helium-filled balloons to his house in search of adventure. You can experience the adventure of a lifetime witnessing more than 600 hot air balloons at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

Click here to learn more

Flights Now Direct from LAX to Roswell

If you're scouting/filming in and around Roswell, New Mexico? Good news. You can now fly direct from LAX.

"American Eagle Airlines will begin air service to and from Los Angeles International Airport on Aug. 25, with four flights per week in each direction.

Flights to Los Angeles' LAX will depart Roswell at 7 a.m. and arrive in Los Angeles at 8:15 a.m. on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Flights from Los Angeles to Roswell will depart at 2:55"

To read the full article, click here

Congratulations to Lance and the Folks at Albuquerque-Based CinnaFilm!

Cinnafilm, Inc., an engineering software firm dedicated to the development of powerful, reliable and intuitive film and video post production tools for creative professionals, today announced it has signed a multi-year, multi-million dollar global reseller agreement with ARRI, the world’s leading manufacturer of professional motion picture equipment.

The agreement gives ARRI the worldwide rights to market and resell Cinnafilm’s high-performance image processing software suite, leveraging its powerful GPU-based motion estimation engine, Pixel Strings™. Newly christened as ARRI Relativity, this groundbreaking software suite provides unprecedented levels of power and performance for professional-grade format conversion, retiming, film simulation, degraining and texture control—innovative technology co-developed with Digital Film Central—all on a single workstation.

A technology launch event is scheduled to take place on June 2, 2009 in the Los Angeles area and will be open to press and industry professionals by invitation only.

HUGE SAVINGS FOR ACTORS! HURRY! 99% OFF!

The Cast Member Feeding Frenzy! 99% Off!

The film industry wants more people on the Cast section of crewnewmexico.com - SAG/non-SAG, background, leads, pros, young, old, and everything in-between - and we're making it happen! They want fresh faces, and easy access to your information.

Now thru June 12, annual Cast listings are now 99% off! With rates starting at just $79/year, you'll literally be listing for pennies.

You'll get your own actors profile page just like this one http://www.crewnewmexcio.com/teenactor

You’ll be able to :
• Update your credits and profile information in real time
• Add/edit photos 24/7
• Post your agent’s name and contact info (if applicable)
• Network yourself and apply for work by sending out your crewnewmexico.com web address (ie http://www.crewnewmexico.com/teenactor).
• Sign up for our “Early Warning Casting Call Alerts! (coming soon)

You can sign up for a Basic or Premium account, and add photos, video, etc – all at 99% off! Enter promotional code ACTNOW99 during registration/checkout for your savings. Join Now!

Film Industry Happy Hour May 28th at O'Niell's

crewnewmexico.com is hosting our monthly Film Industry Happy Hour on May 28th at O'Niell's Pub on Central Ave in ABQ.

We're calling together folks from across the industry for a night of networking, meet and greet, and kicking back on the patio with beer specials from New Belgium Brewery.

Last month's event was a great success - and we look forward to seeing you again, or for the first time.

No RSVP required. Simply come on down to O'Niell's on May 28th, between 5-9pm.

Director McG Talks About Terminator Salvation

Sporting a dark purple suit at the press day for Terminator Salvation, director McG was so eager to talk to press about his latest project that he came in excitedly asking the room full of reporters what we all thought of the movie. As he sat down, the engaging director noticed a journalist wearing a T-shirt with an old record on it and started the interview on his own by talking about how he missed record stores and how that tied into the film.

"Hi guys, I have a Technics turntable. This film has a lot to do with progress and there's progress and de-progress, and I would consider the death of the record shop not progress. I'm not kidding. I love iTunes like the next guy, but I love sifting through the racks and finding records. I wanted the film, in fact, to feel very tactile, so we built everything and ultimately blew it up."

To see the full content of the interview, click here.

Casting Call for The Resident - Starring Hillary Swank

The Resident, staring Hillary Swank, is looking for a male guitar player, 11 to 13 years old. This is a paid position. Please email a photo with your name, phone number and experience to Elizabeth Gabel Casting - Tell them you heard about it on crewnewmexico.com!

SAG Hardliners' Picnic No Walk in the Park

What if you held a picnic and nobody came? That’s almost where Membership First found itself yesterday. A beautiful day, a heavily promoted event, yet the SAG faction was only able to draw about 70 people to its Griffith Park / LA Zoo shindig, reports Variety.

SAG President Alan Rosenberg, who spoke at the picnic cum rally, predicted “a good chance” of defeat for the pending TV/theatrical deal, but that seems unlikely if MF can only attract a handful of members to an event in LA, considered the group’s stronghold. The ballots go out tomorrow (Tuesday the 19th), with a June 9 return date, so we’ll know in a few weeks whether the MF tigers still roar or whether they’ve turned to paper.

From the Digital Media Law Blog by J Handel - Great source of info for film and media related issues, especially SAG!

Team crewnewmexico.com Joins the 48 Hour Film Project

We're thrilled to have signed up for the 48 Hour Film Project Albuquerque, and we plan to put together an extraordinary team for this year's event.

If you're not familiar with the Project, here's the summary. Make a movie. In 48 Hours. And have no idea beforehand what the movie is going to be about. Here's a link to the site to learn more.

It's an excellent opportunity for those new to film to get their toes wet, and for seasoned professionals to be involved in something fun, intense, and creative. We recommend getting involved if you're interested in film -- consider volunteering for a team.

We welcome your inquiries in advance, but our team is going to be composed only of the individuals and businesses that are listed on crewnewmexico.com. If you're a member of our directory, and want to get involved, drop us an email at 48hour@crewnewmexico.com (tho you'll be hearing from us shortly).

If you're interested in getting listed on crewnewmexico.com, and getting massive exposure for yourself or your business to the New Mexico film industry, click here to learn more and get signed up! Does crewnewmexico.com work? Absolutely! With nearly 9,000 visitors per month, dozens of transactions a week, and personal referrals from our office to the industry, its the leading thing you can do to for your career or business. No set-up charges, no monthly fees - just an affordable, incredibly effective networking tool for a small investment!

Robert Redford Brings Sundance to New Mexico - Big News!

New Mexico’s film industry is getting some more star power, courtesy of Robert Redford.

The actor and director joined Gov. Bill Richardson Thursday to announce an initiative called Sundance in New Mexico.

Redford founded the Sundance Institute in Utah in 1981. The nonprofit organization fosters the development of original storytelling for film and theater. It is known internationally for its artistic development programs for directors, screenwriters, producers, film composers, playwrights and theater artists.

Sundance will partner with the Department of Cultural Affairs and the New Mexico Film Office to create and expand upon training programs in film, the arts and the environment. The programs will target American Indian and Hispanic filmmakers.

Sundance New Mexico will be based at Los Luceros, a 148-acre ranch complex north of Española. The Department of Cultural Affairs bought Los Luceros last year from the family of Frank and Ann Cabot, relatives of Mary Cabot Wheelwright. . .

See the full content of the article by clicking here.

The Dish on Some of the Latest SAG/AFTRA Stuff from Jonathan Handel's Digital Media Law Blog

SAG’s Hollywood branch, dominated by the hardline Membership First faction, has passed a motion forming a task force to explore “acquisition of actors of AFTRA,” reports SAGWatch. The purpose of the awkwardly-phrased motion is evidently to eliminate AFTRA’s jurisdiction over television acting (long a stated goal of MF), leaving it with only broadcasters (newscasters, weather reporters, etc.), singers and others, but not actors. To the same end, various MF-ers, including some who supported the motion, are running in the now-in-progress AFTRA board elections, the better to dismantle AFTRA from within.

All in all, it’s yet another anti-AFTRA campaign, courtesy of the faction whose record of accomplishment includes no ratified contracts, continued opposition to the approved deal on the table, a ten month stalemate, a national board meeting featuring a 28-hour filibuster, a lawsuit against their own union (which continues to this day despite rejection at both the trial and appellate levels), a gaping budget deficit, a loss of almost all pilots and new series to AFTRA, contract rates that are lower than AFTRA’s and will continue to be so for at least the next two years, a loss of tens of millions of dollars in wages to date (due to lower rates in effect during the stalemate), a virtual halt to studio theatrical production for the duration of the stalemate, denigration of the union’s own membership as “frightened little children” and of the union’s own lawyers as “liars,” continued factionalism and infighting, disparagement of AFTRA as a “scumbag union,” and the fostering of enmity from members of other unions (particularly IATSE, obviously AFTRA, and, no doubt, the DGA) throughout the industry. Quite a platform for the upcoming SAG elections.

The 48 Hour Film Project is Back!!!

The 2009 Albuquerque 48 Hour Film Project will take place July 10-12, and registration opens May 14!

The 48 Hour Film Project is a great opportunity to flex your creative muscles, hone your production skills, and test your mental mettle.

HERE'S HOW IT WORKS! In one wild, sleepless weekend, you and your A-Team will make a movie--write, shoot, edit and score it. From scratch. In 48 hours. On Friday, July 10, you'll draw your genre from the cruel hat of fate. You'll then get a character, prop, and line of dialogue to include in your movie. Forty eight hours later, on Sunday, July 12, the movie must be complete.
All films will then be shown on the big screen at The KiMo Theatre!

WHAT CAN I WIN?

The winning Albuquerque film will win a trophy and a copy of Movie Magic Screenwriter Software. This team will also compete against other city winners for a chance to win a Panasonic HPX 170 HD camera and $3000!

The Albuquerque Winner will be also be screened at Filmapalooza, the official 48HFP Awards Weekend, at NAB (National Association of Broadcasters) Convention in Las Vegas.

And, if that's not enough, you have a chance of being one of the top city winning films which will screen at Cannes Film Festival!

HOW DO I SIGN UP OR JOIN A TEAM?
Sign up at http://www.48hourfilm.com/albuquerque/

Space will be limited this year, so sign up early! Sign up early, and you will also receive a discount for early bird registration - $135. (Discounted from the $155 regular fee).

For more info about the 48 Hour Film Project, or to join a team (as talent or crew) check out the website http://www.48hourfilm.com/join/?city=albuquerque and click on the "Join" link. Also, stay tuned for Meet and Greet happy hours, which will help you form and join teams.

What are you waiting for?

Every second counts when you only have 48 hours to make a film...

The Accolade Competition - Call for Entries!

Call for Entries ~ Accolade Named Among Top 25 Festivals

Deadline: May 29, 2009

Information: www.TheAccolade.net

Now in its seventh year, top-tier, international awards competition, The Accolade, announces its Call for Entries for filmmakers, television producers and videographers.

The Accolade is a non-traditional, virtual venue. Awards go to those filmmakers, television producers and videographers who produce fresh, standout entertainment, animation and compelling documentaries. It is a showcase for cinematic gems and unique voices.

Most importantly, The Accolade team works passionately to help worthy productions gain the publicity and distribution they deserve. That is what The Accolade is all about: helping winners of this coveted award achieve recognition and distribution opportunities.

Every filmmaker, television producer and videographer wants credibility associated with their work and buzz about their productions. The Accolade sends information about Accolade winners via email to over 28,000 industry professionals. The Accolade is an award recognized for its rigorous evaluation process by buyers and distributors, inspiring confidence that winning productions are of high quality.

Quality and creativity are celebrated in three levels of awards: Best of Show, Award of Excellence and Award of Merit. Best of Show honors are granted only if worthy productions are discovered. Likewise, no more than 15% of entries are granted Awards of Excellence. Notable artistic and technical productions are recognized at the Award of Merit level. Annually, a special award is given to a production that makes a significant contribution to social change or a humanitarian effort.

The Accolade receives entries from all over the world: Australia, Belgium, Canada, China, Columbia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Malta, Martinique, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Paraguay, Philippines, Poland, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom and the United States.

MovieMaker Magazine recently included The Accolade among the Top 25 Festivals "Worth The Entry Fee." The article said, "Past participants can't stop raving about the professional opportunities participation in this event has generated for their work."
Go to www.TheAccolade.net for rules and entry form.

Santa Fe Community College Program Showcase

Thursday, May 14, 2009
6:00 – 10:00 pm

THURSDAY MAY 14, 2009
THE SANTA FE COMMUNITY COLLEGE FILM SHOWCASE
AT THE IAIA AUDITORIUM ON THE CAMPUS OF THE INSTIUTE FOR AMERICAN INDIAN ART

6:00 PM - OPEN LOBBY – MEET STUDENTS AND FACULTY
6:30 PM - FILM PROGRAM SHOWCASE
(View films made by students in editing, production and documentary classes)
8:00 PM - INTERMISSION
8:30PM - FILM TECHNICIAN TRAINING PROGRAM FILM FESTIVAL
(View projects completed by the film crew classes at SFCC)
9:30 PM - Q&A WITH PRODUCERS AND DIRECTOR

LIGHT REFRESHMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE TO SUPPORT FOCUS FORUM, SFCC PREMIERE STUDENT FILM CLUB

FOR MORE INFO AND DIRECTIONS, EMAIL FILMINFO@SFCCNM.EDU
OR CALL 428-1421

Lightning Fast Searches on CREW and PRODUCTION SUPPORT/PERSONAL SERVICES!

We've made some serious improvements to crewnewmexico.com this week, and we're sure you'll approve of the results. Starting with the CREW and SUPPORT sections of the site, we've put the search results on hi-test, delivering lighting-fast results in a new and improved format.

Now instead of the same member appearing multiple times in search results (1x for each skill, and 1 x for each Union affiliation), they are listed only 1x, but with all of their skills and unions listed together. Now you'll be able to see who's who and what they do with much greater efficiency.

We appreciate your patience during this change, and look forward to your comments. We'll be making the same changes to the rest of the site this week!

Upcoming Events for New Mexico Women in Film

MWIF & IATSE LOCAL 480 FILM PREMIERE – APRIL 26TH:

New Mexico Women in Film and IATSE Local 480 proudly present the New Mexico premier of a made-in-New Mexico Film:

"NOT FORGOTTEN" Directed by Dror Soref

WHEN: Sunday, April 26, at 6pm.

WHERE: The Film Museum, (formerly the Jean Cocteau) 418 Montezuma Ave. Santa Fe

There will be a Q&A after the screening with Director Dror Soref, followed by a cash bar Reception at The Cowgirl Hall of Fame, 319 S Guadalupe St., Santa Fe.

COST: “Not Forgotten” Crew & New Mexico Women in Film Members are admitted free;
Guest admission is $10.00

Cost of admission is tax deductible, with proceeds to benefit the NMWIF Public Service Announcement Project Fund, which will allow us to produce a PSA for another NM non-profit. Past NMWIF PSA recipients include the Santa Fe Rape Crisis & Trauma Treatment Center.

www.notforgottenmovie.com

***

NMWIF 1st ANNUAL ATHENA AWARDS CEREMONY – May 17th:

The 1st Annual Athena Awards for Excellence in Screenwriting, sponsored by New Mexico Women in Film and the NMWIF Writers' Group, will be presented on Sunday, May 17th at 6PM at the James A. Little Theatre at the New Mexico School for the Deaf in Santa Fe.

The finalists in the short screenwriting competition will be judged blindly by a panel of top industry professionals, including Emmy Award-winning writer Kirk Ellis, writer/producer for “John Adams”, and writing team Noni White and Robert (Bob) Tzudiker, who have been judges for the Emmy’s and the Oscars. The top 3 winning pieces will be read by professional actors.

The event is free and open to the public. There will be a Reception following the ceremony (no alcohol). Dress is black-tie optional.

***

NMWIF SCREENING & FUNDRAISER: “BLACK & WHITE NIGHTS” WITH SPECIAL GUEST BARBARA ORBISON – MAY 23RD :

Enjoy a very special evening when NMWIF hosts a screening of Barbara Orbison’s film “Black & White Nights”, the fabulous musical documentary about her husband, Roy Orbison, followed by an on-stage interview with Barbara. Don’t miss the chance to see this rock ‘n roll legend singing with his many famous musician friends, on the big screen at the Lensic Performing Arts Center in Santa Fe. There will be exciting door prizes, the newest compilation CD of Roy’s greatest hits, and much more! Support NMWIF’s PSA Fund and help us help our community. Mark your calendar for May 23rd!

WHEN: Saturday, May 23rd, 7:30pm

WHERE: The Lensic Performing Arts Center, 211 W. San Francisco St., Santa Fe

COST: Tickets are $20.00, and will be available at the Lensic Box Office or by phone at 505-988-1234 or www.TicketsSantaFe.org

Cost of admission is tax deductible, with proceeds to benefit the NMWIF Public Service Announcement Project Fund, which will allow us to produce a PSA for another NM non-profit. Past NMWIF PSA recipients include the Santa Fe Rape Crisis & Trauma Treatment Center.

New Member Update for the Week of 4.13/20

New Mexico is flush with amazing support services for the film industry - from direct production support to people who help you in your personal life. Watch this week as add lots of new companies and individuals to our database. As always, please let them know you heard about them on crewnewmexico.com!

• David Renner of High Lonesome Sound. Talented Sound Mixer.
• The amazing Katie Douthit! Department Head for Hair, and for makeup, instructor at Santa Fe Community College, and a director of New Mexico Women in Film.
• Big welcome to Blue Sky Designs of ABQ. They provide machining services, prop fabrication, metalworking, and plastic and metal fabrication! Props and transo take note - These guys are you newest best friend.
  
• Super-Member Margaret Knight joins crewnewmexico.com! She's an assistant production manager, production office coordinator, print and advertising producer, production manager, production office coordinator! Oh Yeah Look Out!
  
• Sam Levy of Rio Grande Insurance - Full production coverage for your NM Films - E&O, Producer's Risk, Workers Comp, Liability, homeowner, etc.
  
• Graphic Designer Kevin Brown of Kevin Brown Studios! Very talented, and the winner of the crewnewmexico.com Radio Logo Contest!
  
• Coffee For Your Business - mobile gourmet coffee and specialty beverage units for your production office (or any office) and craft service trucks/carts!
  
• Production housing at the Super 8 in Belen!
• Production housing at the Super 8 in Roswell!
• Production housing at the Super 8 in Santa Fe!
  
• The talented 1st AD Dennis Crow - http://www.crewnewmexico.com/denniscrow!
  
• Environmental Consultant for the New Mexico Film Industry Dee Sanders of URS Corporation!
  
• PES Payroll Inc. Production payroll and accounting services for the NM Film industry.
• Vanessie of Santa Fe! Amazing dining and the classiest, sweetest place in town for a wrap party!
  
• New Mexico 1st AD Steve Marvin!
  
• Actor Kevin Brown!
  
• Headshot Photograher Clare Lighton! In Santa Fe!
  
• Producer's Assistant, office and production PA and grip - Paula Foster!
  
• Cara Cress of Cress Insurance in ABQ. Production Insurance for the New Mexico film industry!
• Welcome ABQ Yoga Instructor and personal trainer Mindy Caplan!
• Welcome Computer Repair Tech, Computer Networking, and Web Developer - Michael Mandell of Santa Fe Software!
  
• Boom Operator and Utility Sound Tech Steven Willer!
  
• Santa Fe Realtor and Relocation specialist Jill Averill! (profiles coming soon!)
  

The crewnewmexico.com Stimulus Package!

Thinking about getting listed on crewnewmexico.com? Well here's a little stimulus package to give you that final push - Join us by April 22nd and save a whopping 50% on an annual listing!

crewnewmexico.com is over 300 cast, crew, and film-supporting vendors strong. With a fully editable business or crew profile, and an easy-to-search site, you'll be taking a big step towards promoting your goods and services direct to the industry.

We're searched by over 5,000 visitors per month, and use our network to make sure everyone in the industry knows who you are and what you do.

Simply enter STIM50 in the promo line during registration for your savings, or contact us to get signed up over the phone (505) 930-0443. We also invite you to come on down to our Film Industry Happy Hour this Thursday at O'Niell's Pub in ABQ from 6-10pm and we can help you in person.

Savings this good won't come around again any time soon, so join today!

Legacy to Screen in Santa Fe

Mayor David Coss will introduce a free screening of the documentary, Legacy – Generations of Family Business at the Jean Cocteau Cinema, 418 Montezuma Ave. on Wednesday, April 22 at 6:00 pm. Produced by Jim Howard, the film portrays the stories and future prospects of families running businesses over multiple generations.

One-third of family enterprises survive the transition from founder to the second generation. This extraordinarily low survival rate marks an alarming decline. A discussion will follow the 30-minute film to explore the concern surrounding Santa Fe businesses, and to record ideas and actions we can take to help build thriving local economies and vibrant communities. 505-955-1723. jhnamaste@myfairpoint.net

Cool New Film Classes at Santa Fe Community College!

Santa Fe Community College late starting Spring 2009 courses:

Film Crew Seminars:

FILM 270 09/CRN 31480 – Seminar: Screenwriting Workshop – Dates, 5/1 through 5/3; Times: Friday, 5/1 – 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm; Saturday/Sunday, 5/2-5/3 – 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, 2 credits. Instructor: Terry Borst. In-state/in-district tuition cost $124.20.

FILM 270 11/CRN 31503 – Seminar: Production Assistant Workshop – Date: 5/2, Saturday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, .5 credits. Instructor: Aton Walpole. In-state/in-district tuition cost $38.55.

You must be a registered credit student at SFCC which can be done with no application fee at www.sfccnm.edu (just follow the new student links)

Click here for more info or e-mail filminfo@sfccnm.edu or call Sandra at 428-1421