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Greetings!
 No, I'm not going to write this as though I'm Sid. He's a very small
fish and his fins wouldn't be heavy enough to press the keys anyway.
Sid does not contribute any work to the office...he's a fish.
Sid joined the office in August 2009 along with five colleagues. In
the ensuing months all his associates died in mysterious circumstances.
On two occasions the bodies were never found. Sid remains the sole
suspect, but we can't pin anything on him.
Sid is also the only witness to four burglaries. It is therefore
possible that he is the evil mastermind of a large criminal
underground...or he could be a fish.
Sid lives with several plants which he seems to like, and a large
plastic boot, which he detests. To our knowledge Sid has never seen any
films, nor has an opinion on the current state of the industry.
If you would like to write to Sid, then there is something seriously
wrong with you. He doesn't have an email address and frankly putting a
computer in his bowl would no doubt lead to an unpleasant electrical
death. To repeat...he's a fish.
Sid Fishous
Raindance Film Festival
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FREE: Directory of World Cinema: American Independent
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A thorough overview of a thriving sector of cultural production, the
Directory of World Cinema: American Independent chronicles the rise of
the independent sector as an outlet for directors who challenge the
status quo, yet still produce accessible feature films that find wide
audiences and enjoy considerable box office appeal, without sacrificing
critical legitimacy. Key directors are interviewed and profiled, and a
sizeable selection of films are referenced and reviewed.
Free to download for a limited time only - make sure you don't miss this fantastic offer
Make sure your friends don't miss out either - forward it to them!
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The Secrets Behind Pixar's Magic
Even if you write strictly for adults, this fun, intense class will
be packed with techniques that will enhance your screenwriting, for
Pixar knows how to conjure deep emotions while always being inventive
and entertaining.
"Up," "Wall-e," "Ratatouille," "Finding Nemo," and
rest... over and over again Pixar films delight, entertain, and move us. Though every Pixar film is different, we can sense there must be some
secret ingredients they share in common.
David
Freeman, legendary screenwriting teacher of Beyond Structure, will reveal the secret techniques that make Pixar's films so
spellbinding, fun, and stirring.
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Hands on Super-8mm
Famed music and experimental documentary film-maker Jem Cohen once
remarked that 'Super-8 feels like memory' and it is perhaps this
peculiarity which has seen its' popularity soar in recent years,
especially within independent film & music promos. This course will teach you the A-Z of working with Super-8 and will provide a great, hands-on experience of working with film stock including - light metre-ing - filming - processing - editing Come along and learn from the original independent, lo-budget filmmakers What? Hands on Super-8mmWhen? Sat/Sun 10/11 April, 9:30am - 6:00pm Where? Craven
Street Rehearsal roomsHow
Much? £250.00 + VAT Members
get a 15% discount Call us on
0207 287 3833 or Book Online |
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My name's Tim Barrow and I'm an independent film producer. I wrote and produced award-winning Scottish road movie The Inheritance, nominated Best UK Feature at Raindance, winner of the Raindance Award at the 2007 BIFAs.
The Inheritance, along with our 60 minute documentary showing how it was made for £5000, is available on DVD here.
Raindance classes paved the way for shooting our second feature - a love letter to Edinburgh - filmed last September. They work.
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Members Offer: Aesthetica Magazine
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Being open to new inspirations is all part of being a dynamic filmmaker and with all the best exhibitions, productions, music and writing releases of the coming months, Aesthetica Magazine offers a unique perspective on contemporary arts and culture. Aesthetica is a leading UK arts and culture publication that engages with critical debate and contemporary artistic trends. In each issue you will find the latest in film, visual arts, music, theatre and new writing
Exclusive half-price subscription offer available for Raindance members. Not a member? Then sign up now!
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Boozin' N' Schmoozin'
A networking event for
filmmakers in New York
Date: Monday April 12,
2010
Time: 7:00 pm
For more information
click here
99 Minute Film School
A course to explain
the film industry in 99 minutes for filmmakers in New York
Date: Monday April 19,
2010
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm
For more in formation
click here
Indian Documentary
Released in New York
An Indian documentary
called "The Sun Behind The Clounds" about the struggle in Tibet was released in
New York on March 31, 2010. The
documentary was originally shown at the 11th Mumbai
International Film Festival where it won for the second best documentary. It
set for a release in more U.S. theaters in the coming future.
For the full article click here
'Freakonomics' Added
to Tribeca Film Festival
The documentary film
based on the popular book "Freakonomics" has been added as the ending film to
the 2010 Tribeca Film Festival. The film features different segments by many
different directors including, Alex Gibney ( Taxi to the Dark Side) Morgan
Spurlock (Super Size Me) and many others. This will be the world premiere for "Freakonomics".
Full article in the New York Times
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WRITE & SELL THE HOT SCRIPTWHAT: 2 day weekend. Elliot Grove teaches you the
basics of the art and craft of screenwriting with techniques and tools valuable
to a scriptwriter at any level. This course will also enable you to develop a
realistic marketing plan for a finished script.
WHEN: Saturday/Sunday May 1/2 - 9:30am - 6:00pm
WHERE: Toronto Writers' Centre - 627 Bloor Street West (at
Bathurst)
HOW MUCH: $395.00 + GST (Raindance Premium Members
receive a discount)
MARKETING AND SELLING YOUR FILMWHAT: Elliot Grove will help you create a marketing
plan for your film. You will learn how to utilize the trade press,
consumer press, film festivals and social media to create interest in your
film.
WHEN: Thursday April 29 - 6:30 - 9:00 PM
WHERE: Toronto Writer's Centre 627 Bloor Street West (at
Bathurst)
HOW MUCH: $39.95 + GST (Raindance Premium Members
receive a discount) REELWORLD FILM FESTIVALApril 7 - April 11
A five day festival that screens features, shorts, documentaries,
animation, music videos from the Aboriginal, Asian, Black, Latino, Middle
Eastern, South Asian and other multi-racial communities. This unique Canadian
based film festival truly reflects the racially diverse cultures of the world
around us. Tickets go on sale March 24, 2010.
1ST W/END CLUB'S AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARDFirst Weekend Club is giving you a chance to share your
favourite Canadian film with the world and win some great prizes, amongst
which two tickets to the Genie Awards Show and Gala Reception in
Toronto. Members can cast their vote for First Weekend Club's first-ever
Audience Choice Award. Contest closes April 7th, 2010 at 6pm ET.
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Film Producers - we need your help!
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There is very little support for film producers in the UK and we want to change that. The first step is to understand who's out there and what support YOU need. To that end, would you mind helping out with a quick survey? It'll take less than 5 minutes of your time and your answers will directly influence what help, support and advice is available to film producers in the future. Survey It'll only take 5 minutes and all private data will remain private.
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Blog of the Week
This weeks blog comes from 'Big Fish' writer John August. Here he dispenses some seriously helpful advice for aspiring writers
Things We Like
Whatever field you work in, you too can embrace the collaborative nature of the internet. Take a look at this lovely online choir
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Raindance.tv
One can always rely on Jarl Olsen's 'Ministry of Information' for sage, relevant life lessons. In the ' Bulletin 8: Self-Help', a chimp listens to a self-help recording to prove that 'He who helps himself has a fool for a therapist.' International film clips are projected onto a mother's swollen belly to demonstrate how 'It is never too early to expose your child to other cultures in ' Bulletin 7: Pregnant'. And finally, a woman releases her stress in ' Bulletin 4: Squeaky Toy' to highlight how 'Problems will be solved in the order they are perceived.' |
Review: Chloe
Preconception is a dangerous thing in criticism. Anything that can
inform a viewing of a film has the potential to impede objectivity. With
this in mind, I try to know as little as possible about the films I'm
previewing before each screening. I knew nothing whatsoever about
' Chloe' before I arrived to watch it. I sat down, glanced at the
production notes, and saw the words 'Directed by Atom Egoyan'. The wall
was shattered. 'Chloe' is the story of a doctor who, fearing her husband it cheating on
her, hires an attractive young woman to proposition him. The results of this investigation are not entirely what she expected |
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What our friends are up to
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Superstonic Sound
Former Raindance student Raphael Erichsen presents his latest
documentary SUPERSTONIC SOUND. There will be a special preview on 7th
June at London's Roundhouse and a world premiere at NXNE in Toronto in
late June. Superstonic Sound is a journey with the legendary DJ
who was at the heart of Britain´s musical and culture clash - Don Letts.
The documentary follows the Letts family legacy that mirrors the
history of BASS in the UK from Dub, Reggae and Punk to 80s pop, Hip Hop
and Dubstep; a musical, cultural and personal link between past and
present. "Don Letts is a visual Terrorist" Frederico Fellini Full details of screenings and the trailer are available on our website and/or the film's facebook fan site |
10 ways to manage your online reputation
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As an independent filmmaker you've probably embraced the internet as one of the best tools for connecting with fans, raising awareness about your projects and drumming up an audience for your latest film. What goes on the internet however, stays on the internet. It's important to make sure you are in control of your internet presence, that you know what is being said about you and how to deal with that... Find out how in this great article on managing your online reputationEnjoy the article? Forward it to a friend |
The Raindance Festival Team
Suzanne Ballantyne
James Burbidge
Frederica Byron
Julian Chapelle
Mackensie Dohr
Mike Ellis
Elliot Grove
Brittany Kepke
Xiaosong Lu
Rory O'Donnell
Joe Pearshouse
Chris Presswell
Xavier Rashid
Amelie Thille
Chris Thomas
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