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Montana CINE International Cultural & Environmental Film Festival
Announces a Final Call for Entries through August 1st
Montana CINE International is the Last Best Film Fest in Missoula, Montana. Montana CINE International is a cultural and environmental screenings film festival held every fall and is now in its 5th year. Montana CINE's focus is global - films entered may have a cultural, social, political, policy, outdoor or environmental theme and should help to complete a global view of why and how we live in our world and interact with our environment. The topics and themes of Montana CINE International films are broad, featuring issues that explore the human experience and peoples' relationships with nature and their environment be it urban, suburban, rural or wild.
Films that are eligible can be features or documentaries, full length of short. There is no limitation on production year. Films entered may have a special focus on cultural, social, political or economic issues. Environment is interpreted to be any type of environment be it rural, urban or sub-urban. There is no restriction on production year. Films may be entered whether or not they have been broadcast. Entry forms and information are available at www.wildlifefilms.org. You may also contact the International Wildlife Media Center at 406-728-9380 or iwmc@wildlifefilms.org.
The film entry deadline is August 1, 2008. Cultures and Issues of Nature & the Environment events will be held October 6-12, 2008 in Missoula, Montana.
- Festival Awards:
- Golden CINE Award - Presented to the film chosen as Best of Festival
- Hands Around the World Award - Presented to the film that best portrays peoples' relationships with the natural world
- Focus Award - Presented to the best film that expands or advances our understanding of a relevant issue or topic of the festival theme or one which best portrays a developing trend or issue
Montana CINE, now in its 5th year, will also host the Grand Re-Opening of the restored historic Roxy Theater on October 7, 2008. Join us as we unveil the Historic Plaque and throwback to 1937! Learn more at www.wildlifefilms.org.
35th Annual Northwest Film & Video Festival Call for Entries
November 7-15, 2008
The Northwest Film Center calls for Northwest filmmakers to send their recent work by August 1, 2008 for consideration for the 35th Northwest Film & Video Festival. Presented by the Northwest Film Center, The Northwest Film & Video Festival is the most venerable and comprehensive showcase of outstanding work made by filmmakers living in the region. The Festival provides Northwest filmmakers with a forum for public recognition, critical appraisal and an engaged and enthusiastic regional audience. In addition, filmmakers are eligible for over $15,000 of Production Service Awards provided by sponsoring companies with valuable production resources.
Entries are judged by a prominent filmmaker, curator or critic who determines the Festival awards. Past judges have included Gus Van Sant, Matt Groening, Todd Haynes, Christine Vachon, Bill Plympton, and, Sundance and Outfest programmer, John Cooper. Generally, 30-45 shorts, features and documentaries are screened during the Festival, then 10-15 shorts are selected for the Best of the Northwest Tour program which travels the following year throughout the Northwest to media arts centers, museums, arts councils and universities.
Permanent residents of Alaska, British Columbia, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington may submit two works of any length or genre released since August 1, 2006 and not previously entered in the Festival. Student entries (college and university only) must be from a school located in the Northwest. Entry is free!
The entry deadline is August 1, 2008 (postmark).
The Festival runs November 7-15, 2008.
More information and entry forms are available at the Northwest Film Center’s web site: www.nwfilm.org.
Questions should be directed to Festival Coordinator--Thomas Phillipson thomas@nwfilm.org. To download the Northwest Film & Video Festival Guidelines click here. To download the Northwest Film & Video Festival Entry Form click here.
Casting Call
Yellow Wood Films is currently in pre-production on the upcoming horror feature film “The Vessel.” They are looking for actors to fill leading roles, as well as extras. There is some pay and per diem. They are looking for all types. Auditions will take place July 18, 2008. Individuals wishing to audition need to contact Yellow Wood Films by email at jobs@yellowwoodfilms.com in order to schedule a time between 12 P.M. and 9 P.M. Shoot dates will be August 4th to August 24th.
If available, mail a headshot and resume to:501 1st Avenue North Suite 403
Great Falls, MT 59405
In addition to the casting call, there are open spots on the crew. Interested persons should email their resume to the Producer at jobs@yellowwoodfilms.com.
Montana Actor's Studio Meeting
Montana Actor's Studio is a networking community comprised of individuals of all ages and varying career levels from all facets of the entertainment industry. Monthly meetings are designed for networking, to share ideas and information about the 'biz' and to meet actors and other film folk. New happenings at the Studio include weekly audition exercises with casting director, Tina Buckingham and director Pascal Grapard. Meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month. At our monthly meetings we provide a fun and relaxed atmosphere where everyone can learn and support each other. Networking is key to success in the film biz.
Not a member yet? Give it a try. Your first meeting is free.
Yearly membership is $100.
For more information contact:
Tina Buckingham
ph: 406-586-9758
email: filmmt@aol.com
Early Deadline Approaching for the
2009 Big Sky Documentary Film Festival
The Big Sky Documentary Film Festival, the premier venue for nonfiction film in the American West, is seeking submissions for its sixth annual event. From February 13-22, 2009 the festival will screen 100 films, including world and U.S. premieres, classics, rare and experimental works on Montana's largest screen at the historic Wilma Theater in downtown Missoula, Montana. In addition to ten days of screenings, the event will feature many public and VIP events including panel discussions, galas, receptions and networking round-tables.
The competitive event is open to non-fiction films and videos of all genres, subject matter, lengths and production dates. Awards and cash prizes will be given for Best Documentary Feature (over 50 minutes), Best Documentary Short (15-50 minutes), Best Mini-Doc (under 15 minutes) and best documentary about the American West (the "Big Sky Award").
VHS (NTSC/PAL), DVD (NTSC/PAL), DVCAM (NTSC/PAL), HDV (NTSC), and miniDV (NTSC/PAL) accepted for preview. Enter via Withoutabox.com or download entry form in pdf format at www.bigskyfilmfest.org/entries. If you would like an entry form emailed to you in pdf format, send a request to callforentries@bigskyfilmfest.org.
Early Deadline - July 1, 2008
Regular Deadline - September 1, 2008
Final Deadline - October 20, 2008
We look forward to viewing your films!
Doug Hawes-Davis, Festival Programmer
Big Sky Documentary Film Festival
131 South Higgins Avenue, Suite 307
Missoula, Montana 59802
(406) 541- FILM (3456)
CALL FOR ENTRIES - TFI Sloan Filmmaker Fund Call for Entries
The TFI Sloan Filmmaker Fund will provide up to $140,000 in support of innovative and compelling filmmaking that explores scientific, mathematical, and technological themes and storylines, or a leading character who is a scientist, engineer, innovator or mathematician in fresh ways.
We are seeking exceptional narrative work of all genres (except science fiction or fantasy) with scientifically accurate themes or characters.
Selected projects from eligible directors, screenwriters and producers will be announced in Fall 2008 and highlighted at the Tribeca Film Festival in May 2009. In addition to funding, grantees will receive professional guidance and industry exposure as needed.
Apply Now! Deadline is August 1, 2008.
Visit www.tribecafilminstitute.org/sloan for complete details.
We the People Film Contest
Announces a Call for Entries
Albertus Magnus College invites filmmakers to submit short films that explore the impact of the US Constitution and the Bill of Rights on the lives of people living in the United States today. Films may be narrative or documentary.
As examples, films can engage topics such as:
- freedom of speech
- freedom of religion
- separation of church and state
- the right to bear arms
Films will be selected on the basis of artistic merit, pertinence to the topic, and the ability to educate and provoke dialogue regarding the protections, rights, and responsibilities afforded to individuals in the United States today.
Films must be postmarked by August 1, 2008 and received by no later than August 5, 2008. The series will be in Bree Auditorium, on the campus of Albertus Magnus College, September 15-17, 2008.
Fore more details please click here to download the entry form.
Most Daring TV Show Announces Call for Entries
The producers of TruTV’s “Most Daring” are currently gathering amazing “caught on tape” content for Season 3 — we are seeking the most intense, dramatic, and heart-pounding moments ever captured on video! Each episode features a full hour of harrowing tales from ordinary people facing extraordinary danger — if you have video that might fit the bill please contact Segment Producer Yamilka Muniz, ymuniz@nashentertainment.com. For more information about the show visit www.nashentertainment.com.
HATCH Film Festival
October 1-4, 2008
HATCHfest is a year round non-profit organization, designed to develop and foster the growth of creative minds in various industries through mentorship, exposure, and networking. Since it's inception in 2004, Hatch has successfully developed an environment, from HATCHfest to HATCHlabs that strikes the enthusiasm and stimulation of young artist’s creativity throughout the world, by connecting new filmmakers, musicians, photographers, designers, architects, writers and fine artists with award-winning veterans in the entertainment industry. The annual showcase and festival occurs this October 1-4 2008 in Bozeman, Montana.
HATCHfest is now accepting submissions for the 2008 festival:
March 1: Submissions Open
April 30: Earlybird Deadline
May 31, 2008: Regular Deadline
June 20, 2008: Final Deadline
July 31, 2008: Notification of Accptance
October 1, 2008: HATCHfest begins
Visit withoutabox.com for film submissions.
Visit sonicbids.com for film submissions.
Search for LAWN ART
Grand Prix Productions is gathering footage and digital photos for a new book and syndicated television series, which will be called, Lawn Art. They are looking for houses and properties in Montana that have displays of lawn art of any type: mechanical, wind aided, religious, electrical/battery operated, automotive, holiday*, political*, and/or most original. The lawn art can be quirky, humorous, scary, serious or down right silly. We want to see everything!
Each individual participant will need to fill out a release and information sheet. (Click here to view the release and information sheet). They can be either faxed to 310-889-9310 or emailed to lawnart2008@aol.com. The deadline in all categories, EXCEPT holiday and political is July 1. The deadline for political is November 1 and holiday is December 31, 2008.
For more information contact Grand Prix Productions:
Grand Prix Productions
P.O. Box 11134
Beverly, Hills, CA 90213
(310) 889 -9310 office
(310) 889-9310-3 fax
www.GrandPrixProductions.com
lawnart2008@aol.com