Greetings! US Independents has been asked to coordinate a presence for North American producers and distributors at SunnySide of the Docs, June 29- July 2, 2005 in Marseille. We hope you will consider being a part of the important and busy conference. Check out the website for more details http://www.sunnysideofthedoc.com/2005. This conference attracts some of the busiest commissioning editors from Europe , the US and Canada as well as broadcasters and buyers from Latin America , southern and eastern Europe as well.
We will have a small stand with opportunity to display information/one sheets and limited space for meetings. However, most meetings are held on the terrace of the Palais du Pharo --sun, sea and breezes blowing, just the right atmosphere for a meeting!
To register at the reduced conference rate, complete the form on line www.usindependents.com and return by fax or mail to the address noted. To avoid late charges, all information MUST be received by May 7. If you have questions call or email Meg as noted below. We look forward to working with you and having you as a part of the North American presence.
Cheers,
Meg and Diana
Meg Villarreal, Director
US Independents, Inc.
5603 Inverchapel Road
Springfield , VA 22151
Tel: 703-321-9362
Fax: 703-321-8098
meg.villarreal@usindependents.com
mvillarreal2@earthlink.net
www.usindependents.com
John Valadez' CNN Production Airing Sunday, May 8th / Saturday, May 14th
The work of prolific NALIP member/Producer, John J. Valadez, who recently facilitated the ITVS proposal writing seminar with Richard Saiz (www.nalip.org/newyork/ITVS2005.htm), will air on the cable series "CNN Presents." The documentary that John has produced, High Stakes: The Battle to Save Our Schools, will be broadcast this Sunday, May 8th at 8pm on CNN (EST). The broadcast will air again on Saturday, May 14th at 11pm (EST).
Please check local listings for non east coast time zones.
Is that old saying "The Rich get richer and the poor get poorer" operating in your life?
Spend a day with Carole Dean learning how to use the ancient laws of attraction and manifestation to bring your projects to fulfillment. This session will help you remember things you may already know and will give you a step by step outline for manifesting what you want.
For the Right Brain we cover: Clearly defining what you want, understanding the laws of manifesting, creating goals and deadlines, visualizing.
For the Left Brain we cover: Three types of successful funding parties, one page outlines to Corporations for donations, Making a successful "Ask" from individuals, the new tax laws for films, see award winning promo tapes to know what it takes to win grants and get investors.
Raleigh Studios Saturday 5/14/05 9:30 till 4pm , $70.00 for IDA members.
See a www.fromtheheartproductions.com for more information and to register. You can email Caroleedean@att.net any questions.
THE $50,000.00 ROY W. DEAN LA GRANTS CLOSE 6/30/05
"The filmmaker's most publicized, sought after grant... from heart-felt donors"
To submit films, w-i-p, music videos, etc. E-mail safilmslam@yahoo.com and show up with VHS or DVD in hand.
Experience "THE OTHER DIMENSION" Art Show with local artists Jaime Ledezma & Jamie Castillo
*AND PERFORMING LIVE-- DAWN OF STEREO
ALL @ THE APOLLO PLAYHOUSE
1216 West Ave. (corner of West Ave. & Olmos)
Saturday, May 7th
8pm-12a
$5/$3 if submitting film
BYOB
For more info call 210-694-4677 or email safilmslam@yahoo.com
WHEN: Thurs May 5, 7 - 9 PM
WHERE: Austin Studios Screening Room, 1901 E. 51st
COST: FREE
INFO: www.austinfilm.org/tfpf/
This workshop will cover a descriptive overview of what to expect when applying for the TFPF grant, and how to complete all elements of the application. Also covered are the review process and how panelists assess projects. AFS Director of Artist Services Elisabeth Sikes will provide information about applying to the Fund and screen work samples from previously funded projects.. There is also a Q & A session to satiate all your concerns and questions regarding TFPF.
In September, the Fund will award $75,000 in grants ranging from $1,000 to $15,000 in cash, up to $5,000 in Kodak filmstock, and up to $1,000 in video tapestock to regionally-produced projects, selected by a national panel of film professionals.
Application forms are available through www.austinfilm.org or by request from:
Texas Filmmakers' Production Fund
1901 East 51st Street
Austin , TX 78723
512/322-0145
email: tfpf@austinfilm.org
Applications are now available, and are due June 1, 2005 .
Thanks!
Elisabeth
On March 31, 2005 The National Association of Latino Arts and Culture launched The NALAC Fund for the Arts (NFA), an inspiring and groundbreaking national grant program that will open doors for struggling Latino artists and arts organizations throughout the nation. The NALAC Fund for the Arts will provide grants to Latino working artists, ensembles, small and growing Latino arts & cultural organizations.
The NALAC Fund for the Arts addresses the needs of individual artists by providing professional development opportunities, fellowships and residency support and the most cherished gift, the means by which to see their creative process through to full fruition. NALAC Fund for the Arts also will address the needs of selected arts organizations to increase their infrastructure, assist in presenting original Latino works and to promote diverse programming in Latino communities.
The first of its kind, The NALAC Fund for the Arts is an investment in the creative and cultural assets of Latinos in the U.S. It is a first step toward establishing a permanent national fund to support Latino artistic innovation. But most importantly, it is a wellspring of hope for the future of Latino artists and the arts in Latino communities.
"An important part of the program's long term success is to develop a national Latino donor base to directly support Latino artists and organizations," says Maria Lopez De Leon, NALAC Executive Director. The NALAC FUND for the Arts is a two-year pilot program made possible with major support from the Ford Foundation. Artists and arts organization grants will range from $2,500 to $25,000.
All Latino artists, ensembles, and Latino non-profit arts and cultural organizations are eligible to apply. Guidelines and application forms are available on-line at: http://www.nalac.org/
The NALAC Fund for the Arts application deadline is June 10, 2005 and awards will be made in November 2005.
If you or your organization would like information on how you can contribute to The NALAC Fund for the Arts contact Maria Lopez De Leon, NALAC Executive Director at maria@nalac.org
The National Association of Latino Arts and Culture (NALAC) is dedicated to the preservation, development and promotion of the cultural and artistic expressions of the diverse Latino populations of the United States. Through this effort, NALAC is committed to continuing struggle for the elimination of racism, sexism, ageism and discrimination against gay, lesbian and physically challenged populations. The objective is to recognize and support the varied standards of excellence grounded in the aesthetics and traditions of our root cultures.
NALAC
1204 Buena Vista Street
San Antonio, TX 78207
http://www.nalac.org/
PH: 210.432.3982
FAX: 210.432.3934
Come and see the East Coast premiere of “ America 101” at the DancesWithFilms Festival! Monday, May 9 th, 2005 @ 7:15pm
Golden Film Festival - Audience Award
Wilmington Indie Film Fest. - Audience Award Selection
Arizona International Film Fest.
River Run International Film Fest.
Memphis International Film Fest.
Forest Grove International Film Fest.
SYNOPSIS: Angel and Carlos leave their family and home in Mexico in search of the 'American Dream'. What follows is a strange and hilarious adventure filled with crazy characters and eye-opening truths. Just when they think they've realized what they truly need, they are faced with the greatest challenge of them all. How to get back home.
STARRING: Miguel Castro (Disney's Holes, Crazy/Beautiful); Richard Azurdia (Mini series Deep Space, Hunting of Man, Killers 2); Christine Carlo (General Hospital); Gerald Brodin (Single White Female 2, Watchers Reborn, Future Shock); Jordi Caballero (Alex & Emma, Junior Pilot); Louie Olivos Jr. (Robbing Peter, Nominated for Independent Spirit Award in 2005 for Best Debut Performance).
A full cast and crew list can be found on our website, www.fobiafilms.com/america101.htm, or on www.IMDB.com.
SELLING OUT QUICK SO BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW! WWW.DANCESWITHFILMS.COM
West Coast Premiere (DancesWithFilms)
Date: Monday, May 9, 2005
Time: 7:15 PM
Location:
Laemmle Santa Monica
1332 Second Street
Santa Monica , CA 90405
Richard Azurdia
www.richardazurdia.com
Richard's Official Website!
Carole Dean is giving a one day workshop on film funding and manifesting your goals
Carole Dean created the "short end" business and took it from an idea to a $50,000,000 a year industry. She is a producer of over 100 HeathStyles shows over 30 Filmmaker shows. She created the Roy W. Dean film grants in 1992 and since then has read thousands of applications/ proposals for shorts, docs and independent films. Her 7 grants award over $380,000 a year to aspiring filmmakers. Carole teaches you what is needed to find funding for your films based on her 30 year experience in the film industry.
The first 10 people who sign up can get a free review of their 2 page proposal and a discussion with Carole. Just email your application and she will review it, send it back with comments.
Learn how to fund your film and increase your donations with practical ways to raise money and creative ways to open your mind to receive it.
Manifesting your film using the "Laws of Attraction" & The Art of Funding
Is that old saying "The rich get richer and the poor get poorer," operating in your life?
Spend a day with Carole Dean learning how to use the ancient laws of manifestation to bring your projects to fulfillment. This session will help you remember things you may already know and will give you a step by step outline for manifesting what you want.
We Cover:
--Communicating with the universe
--Three types of successful funding parties
--Clearly defining what you want
--One page outline to Corps for donations
--Your inner guidance system
--Making the "Ask" from individuals
--How your higher self helps you produce your art.
--Creating your foundation for funding
--Your emotions as your inner communication system
--What grantors look for in applications
--Learning how to recognize and interpret these emotions
--See award winning promo tapes
--Opening yourself to receiving
--Learn from a granting organization what must be in your proposal to win
--Attracting what you need to your life
--Know what attracts donors for independent film investing
Where:
Miami Globo Theatre
1036 SW 8th Street , Miami FL.
When:
Saturday May 7th, 2005
Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm
Cost:
Non- Members $75.00
Members and Students $65.00
NALIP Students $55.00
For more information contact Maritza Guimet at maritza@cpeproduction.com 305.305.1949
Please join our distinguished speakers in one of Southern California 's most prominent conferences on U.S.-Mexico relations.
Tuesday, May 24, 2005
LUXE HOTEL AT SUNSET
11461 Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles , CA 90049
Keynote:
“Analysis and Perspectives of Mexico’s Financial Situation in the Onset of 2005”Raúl Rodríguez--Managing Director and CEO of the North American Development Bank (confirmed)
PANELS:
--“U.S. Customs, the Border, and What Business Can Expect”, featuring:
Bruce Berton, Director of International Business Consulting, Stonefield Josephson, Inc., Santa Monica, CA (confirmed); Dilip Keswani, Director of World Wide Customs and International Trade, Mattel Toys Inc., Los Angeles , CA (confirmed)
--“Fiscal Reform Issues in Mexico”, featuring: Ricardo León Santacruz, Partner, Sanchez-DeVanny Eseverri, Monterrey, Nuevo Leon (confirmed); Manuel Tron, Partner, Tron y Natera, S.C., Mexico City (confirmed); Alejandro Werner, Director of Economic Policy, Ministry of Finance and Public Credit, Mexico City (confirmed)
--“Real Estate Development in Mexico”, featuring: Edward Heim, Vice President and General Manager, Fidelity National Title Insurance, New York, NY; Richard F. Davis, Managing Shareholder and Resort Practice Chair, Greenberg Traurig, LLP, Santa Monica, CA (confirmed)
--“Political Outlook for Business of 2006 Elections”, featuring: David R. Ayón, Political Columnist and Research Associate, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA (confirmed); Federico Reyes Heroles, Political Analyst, Universidad Autónoma de México, Mexico
Agenda:
7:30 A.M. Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:00 A.M. Seminar Commencement
12:30 - 2P.M. Luncheon & Closing
Registration:
Members & Guests of Cooperating Organizations- $85 for Luncheon & Seminar Nonmembers- $130 for Luncheon & Seminar ($65 for Luncheon only)
Luncheon & Seminar Tables of Ten- $850
Students- $50 Luncheon and Seminar; $30 Seminar only
Parking- $7 Valet (Mention Event)
Location:
LUXE HOTEL AT SUNSET
11461 Sunset Blvd,
Los Angeles , CA 90049
(310) 476-6571
For More information: Please call (310) 586-7901 or email info@usmcocca.org
VISIT US at www.usmcocca.org for up to date information about this event.
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NALIP’sters,
Since being released in several California theatres last week, "Machuca" has received perfect (and we do mean perfect) reviews in its Los Angeles opening. Thank you to all those who have showed up in support of the film.
Additionally, "Machuca" is building a stronger audience in Los Angeles each day going forward and is on its way to being a real hit here in LA. ”Machuca” is still playing at the Fairfax , Encino Town Center and The Pasadena Playhouse. This coming weekend we have added an additional screen in LA, The Paseo Camarillo.
Thank you for supporting our film!
Neil Friedman
Menemsha Films
“Machuca”
A film by Andrés Wood
(Chile/Spain/UK/France, 2004, 120min.
In Spanish with English subtitles)
A Menemsha Films Release
WINNER Audience Award
* Vancouver * Portland * Philadelphia * Mexico City
* Bogota * Quito * Valdivia * Lima * Vina Del Mar
The best reviewed film of this year opens in three Laemmle Theatres (LA, CA):
#1 Laemmle's Fairfax (323) 655-4010;
#2 Town Center Encino (818) 981-9811;
#3 Playhouse 7 in Pasadena (626) 844-6500;
#4 The Paseo Camarillo (805) 383-2267
Santiago , Chile , 1973: Two 11-year-old boys from different sides of the tracks share the same classroom, but different perspectives on the impending coup against Allende. Gonzalo lives in a wealthy suburb, unaware of the growing resistance of his class to the socialist president; the more outgoing Machuca is one of many children inhabiting the city’s rough and tumble shantytown. When they become buddies, Machuca teaches Gonzalo to take advantage of the situation by selling nationalist banners to right-wing protesters and Communist banners to left-wing activists! But when the coup arrives they are affected in drastically dissimilar ways. “MACHUCA” is not just a political drama, but a poignant coming-of-age film, with perfectly pitched performances by the young actors, based on filmmaker Andrés Wood’s own childhood.
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WALL STREET JOURNAL, APRIL 29th, 2005
By: Joe Morgenstern
TENDER, FUNNY, AND SMART, "Machuca" IS THAT RARE DISCOVERY, an incisive political parable that also succeeds as a drama of sharply drawn individuals. Andres Wood's elegantly crafted feature avoids the pitfalls of political cinema by telling its coming-of-age story on several richly detailed levels.
Mr. Wood gives us a vivid evocation of what it was like to live-as he did during his own childhood- amid a whirlwind of promise, then hope, then despair.
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LOS ANGELES TIMES APRIL 29TH, 2005
By Kenneth Turan
"Machuca" is one of those special films that broadens and deepens as it goes on. Its story of how grave and painful the divisions in Chilean society were, and how those tensions affected the relationship between a pair of 11-year-old boys, will surprise you by how far it goes and how
troubling its outcome is.
No matter what your knowledge of the politics of the area, "Machuca's" honesty about the end of innocence and the gaining of experience will move you more than you anticipate.
Several factors make "Machuca" as involving as it is, starting with strong performances, especially by the actors playing the two boys.
Unusual for a film that is so strong on character, "Machuca" has an excellent visual sense that helps give its numerous demonstrations and action set pieces real veracity. And the fine
soundtrack, by Miguel Miranda and José Miguel Tobar, makes sure things stay lively.
The best thing about "Machuca," however, is its exceptionally balanced tone. There is no sense of special pleading about Wood's direction, no giving in to easy sentimentality. No matter where it goes, it gives you the sense that this is the way it must have been, and it is hard to ask for more than that.
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LA WEEKLY PICK OF THE WEEK
April 28, 2005 (Ernest Hardy)
You don't need to know a thing about Chile's political history to be deeply moved by writer-director Andrés Wood's powerful remembrance (based on his own childhood) of the turbulent era in which President Salvador Allende was controversially overthrown, then committed suicide.
Wood delicately juxtaposes and balances the minutiae of Gonzalo's life (vain and spoiled mother,
ineffectual father, deceptively cushy home life) with greater social issues, essaying the film's political critique without didacticism or shrillness. He's helped immeasurably by his cast, especially Quer, whose solemn and knowing eyes reflect the host of tragedies to which he bears witness.
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