a division of Maxim Media Marketing, Inc.
November 2 - 9, 2005
Maxim Media International will be exhibiting at AFM showcasing the Brain Damage Films & TerrorTV horror packages. We would like to invite you to Loews Hotel Suite # 863 at American Film Market 2005 November 2 - 9 for a meeting. If you will be attending the American Film Market, please reply to this email with a suggested date and time. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Our New Line Up FOR AFM
Dear Head of Aquisitions,
Maxim Media International is representing over 400 films in the Horror, Reality, Shock Reality, and Mature Reality genres. For more information and trailers on our exciting line of films visit our updated web site at www.emaximmedia.com/inat/index.php
If you have any questions regarding the films or would like screeners, please forward your request to me directly at Darrin(a)eMaximMedia.com .
Best regards,
Darrin G. Ramage
President
Maxim Media International
Corporate Headquarters
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USA
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FILMFESTIVALS.COM WEEKLY NEWSLETTER N° 243 : October 5 - 12, 2005
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European Film Awards 2005: Saturday, December 3, in Berlin
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NEWS FROM FESTIVALS
* Ghent opens in a week with focus on Russia and Activism
* 30 000 attended Atlantic Film Festival
* Vancouver Film & Television Trade Forum and masterclasses
* Inaugural Austin Fantastic Fest opens with Zathura
* Film Independent’s First Annual Filmmaker Forum.in LA
* SOL Film Festival screening and workshop schedule
* Leipzig Docu Kickoff for the 48th time
* Buenos Aires festival dedicated to latino film kicks in
* Indianapolis - Heartland Film Fest celebrates film with heart and hope
* LA latino fest launches drawing for its audience.
* Vancouver ready with heavy line up
* Open air white night for Festival Signes de Nuit
http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/festivalsnews.shtml
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LAST MINUTE TRAVELS PLANS FOR AFM?
"One Stop Shop" to book hotels in Santa Monica, flights, rental car, etc..
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FESTIVALS GALLERY - PICTURES JUST PICTURES
VENICE PICTURE GALLERY (82 including Monica Belucci)
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SAN SEBASTIAN PICTURE GALLERY (82 shots)
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TORONTO PICTURE GALLERY (40 pictures)
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NEW SERVICES LAUNCHED DURING CANNES
Filmfestivals successfully launched 2 new services during Cannes:
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AWARDS
* Oscar European contenders for best foreign film
* Golden Calf Dutch Cinema awards nominations
* Intercom competition awards When You Say 4000 goodbyes
* Netherlands Production Platform grants Development Prize
* International Family Film Festival winners
* Mefest - Brus, festival awards spanish "Salamanca"
* Hamburg 13th closes with cash prizes and "Electric Shadows"
* The Lucas Festivalprizes have been awarded
* Bend Film Festival wrapped
* Shriekfest celebrated it's 5th year anniversary with a bang!
* Milano Film Festival closed its doors with awards
* Slamdance announces screenplay competition winners
http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/festivals_wrapup.shtml
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FEST PLAYERS FOCUS
* Stockholm 16th Fest will pay tribute to Cronenberg
* Sir Sean Connery to receive lifetime EFA award in Berlin
* Samuel L. Jackson to be honored in Hawai
* Peter Bart Conversation Announced for SXSW 2006
* Great Animators: Phil Tippett and Chris Landreth at eDIT 8.
* Shefield Documentary line up of attending filmmakers
http://www.filmfestivals.com/fr/index.shtml
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NEWS FROM OUR PARTNERS
SATIS, the Trade Show for Audiovisual Technologies and Solutions, will be
held from
18-20 October 2005 at Paris Expo-Porte de Versailles in Paris.
SATIS is the only event offering those in the audiovisual industry a
cross-disciplinary
approach to technological developments, the promotion of the industry skills
and vocations,
and a diverse, complete representation of the market's main players.
The 2005 show is pursuing in a natural way its orientation around the
convergence of
content and audiovisual technologies, with high definition as its privileged
theme.
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THE NEWS " IN FRENCH " l'actu des festivals francophones
* Ouverture et clôture française au Festival du nouveau cinéma de Montréal
* Namur récompense La Mort de Mr Lazarescu
* L'Autre Cinéma Festival d'Arras présente un inédit de Schlöndorff
* Songes d'une nuit DV le numérique francophone
* La Fête du cinéma d'animation le 28 Octobre
* Monte-Carlo Film Festival de la Comédie
* Saint Tropez aux couleurs des antipodes
* Nuit Blanche en images
http://www.filmfestivals.com/fr/index.shtml
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FESTIVALS AGENDA
Festivals calling for your films...
This week, this month, the BULLETIN BOARD...
http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/deadlines.shtml
ASPIRING FEST REPORTERS WANTED
Share your Festival experiences with us.
Be a filmfestival reporter and ambassador. mailto:editor@filmfestivals.com
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D-CINEMA NEWS
* Disney commits to delivering film to DCI compliant theatres
* DCI finalizes D Cinema system requirements and specs
* Dolby selects the Christie CP2000 2K for 50 US D Cinemas
http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/dcinema.shtml
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FILM FROM FEST FOCUS
* Dardenne and Audiard will open and close The Festival du Nouveau Cinéma
* The Constant Gardener by Fernando Meirelles will be London opening
* Guiding Lights to support 25 emerging films pros in the UK
* Just an Ordinary Jew one of Hamburg Fest capstones
* Short Film Symposium at the Cork Film Festival
* Formosa” to kick off the FAIF Film Festival
* Factotum screened at Hamburg a modest fest in a big city
* Hambourg FilmFest winners across the board
http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/films.shtml
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FESTIVALS AGENDA
Festivals calling for your films...
This week, this month, the BULLETIN BOARD...
http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/deadlines.shtml
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CALL FOR ENTRIES ONLINE SUBMISSIONS
Filmmakers don't miss these ones!
1) THE SHORTS SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL: June 3, 2006 / June 11, 2006
Japan’s best festival for short films, is now accepting submissions for its
2006 competition.
Filmmaker friendly, no entry fee, each year several filmmakers are invited
roundtrip to Tokyo.
Academy Awards ® accredited festival. International deadline is November
1st,
National and Asian deadline is December 20th, 2005.
http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/october/short.shtml
2) THE PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL: April 20-27, 2006
The Palm Beach International Film Festival is a 501(3)(c) not for profit
organization supporting film programs in local schools and dedicated to
making a
difference in the lives of future filmmakers by helping them fulfill their
dreams to one-day work in the world of film. Proceeds generated each year
are
donated to schools, in the form of grants and scholarships, to provide new
technologies.
3) RIFF Awards 2006 & Rome Film Market: 24-31 March 2006
CALL 4 entry deadline for the fifth edition of RIFF (Roma Independent Film
Festival)
is December 15, 2005, Riff takes place in the Italian capital on 24-31
March 2006.
Prizes worth over 50.000 € will be awarded.
applications and info on
http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/september/roma.shtml
4) Delray Beach Film Festival: March 8 – 12, 2006
The inaugural season of Delray will be more than a film festival; it will be
an experience.
Delray Beach, also an exquisite and unique surfing destination spot, will
offer filmmakers a fun, warm,
beautiful place to meet, mingle and party. The relaxed and welcoming
atmosphere will be a breath
of fresh air to any filmmaker who has been busy producing or promoting their
film
Calling for entries: December 1, 2005
http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/july/delray.shtml
5) 26th OPORTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL: February 24th till March 4th
The Oporto International Film Festival, now going to its 26th edition,
specializes in fantasy
and science-fiction films in its Official Competitive section.
The Festival runs now in 4 theatres (2,600 seats altogether ) and screens
nearly
200 NEW feature films each year.
http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/may/fantasporto.shtml
6) ANNUAL PROGRAM WITHOUT FRONTIERS
Calls SHORT FILMS producers worldwide to participate with their works.
Also see the news on the Festival for Documentaries and Narrative Movies.
Awards information and call for entries:
http://filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/03/sept/frontiers.shtml
7) Independent Film Forum: November 14, January 31, 2006.
Independent Film Forum (IF2) is a free online community where you can share,
watch,
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November 14,
2005 through January 31, 2006. The winner will be determined by the
registered users of the site,
as well as ten professionals from the entertainment industry.
Festival entries will be accepted through November 5, 2005.
http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/july/filmforum.shtml
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I got your information from the Cannes film market.
I wanted to let you know the movie Kisses And Caroms will be screening at the 2005 American Film Market. The screening will be on Monday, November 7, at 5:00 PM in the Le Merigot Screen #1.
Kisses And Caroms is a comedy about a girl who arranges a threesome to show her ex-boyfriend that she is his dream girl, but blinded by his libido, he believes their relationship is best left as friends. Through the antics of offbeat characters at a billiard pro shop, he realizes all his fantasies in her, but is it too late?
Kisses And Caroms stars Playboy Babe Nicole Rayburn, TV Star Drew Wicks, and Adult Film Icon Ginger Lynn Allen.
The Movie trailer can be watched at:
http://www.KissesAndCaroms.com/AFM
For sales information contact:
Inferno Film, LLC, P.O. Box 696, Littleton, CO 80160, USA
PHONE: 303-587-9792
E-MAIL: info(a)infernofilm.com
WEBSITE: http://www.InfernoFilm.com
Be sure to stop by Inferno Films booth at the Loews Hotel room 525.
Sincerely,
Vincent Rocca
Director, Kisses And Caroms
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Selling and Marketing Independent Films
Thursday 17th November 2005 - Le Meridien Piccadilly, London W1
Combating consumer fatigue through creativity and innovation
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Screen International is proud to bring you Selling and Marketing
Independent Films, a comprehensive one-day event that will examine
all the key issues around marketing and selling
independently-mounted films, from script to screen.
By attending Selling and Marketing Independent Films, you will be
able to listen to and learn from high-level panel discussions as the
most successful marketing minds in the film business debate and
divulge the very latest tactics and techniques on selling and
marketing to a jaded audience. Gain a unique insight into the
integrated campaigns behind the years biggest and brightest
independent productions including Pathes breakaway hit Crash and
the high-profile, high-octane Goal! from Milkshake Films. Hear from
JWTs worldwide creative director Craig Davis one of the global
advertising industrys foremost minds - on how the film industry
can, and indeed must, begin to re-engage with an audience that has
become weary of advertising blitz tactics and brand bombardments.
Dont miss this opportunity to hear from a formidable line-up of
international marketing experts and film gurus with a proven track
record in promoting and selling independent films, including:
* Craig Davis, Worldwide Creative Director, J Walter Thompson
* Alex Hamilton, President, Icon Film Distributors UK
* Michael Ryan, Chairman, Independent Film & Television Alliance
* Kate Lee, Head of Film, Freuds
* Stephen Burdge, Managing Director, Empire Design
* John Durie, Chairman, Strategic Film Marketing
* Peter Fudakowski, Managing Director, Premiere Productions
* Anna Butler, Marketing Director, Pathe UK
* Tom Johnson, Creative Director, Hyper Happen
* Tom Grievson, Head of Marketing, Metrodome
* Steve Hargitay, Director of Marketing & Communications, Europe,
Milkshake Films
Selling and Marketing Independent Films will provide an excellent
opportunity to interact directly with the leading major and
independent film producers, distributors, sales agents, exhibitors,
marketing consultants and creative specialists, media agencies,
media owners, new media experts, financiers and everyone else
involved in the selling and marketing of independent films.
For information on discounts for group bookings and to register for
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or call our customer service team now on: Tel UK: 0845 056 7122 /
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Maverick Global Announces AFM Product Slate 2005
Maverick Global is set to premiere its first slate of 20 films at the American Film Market 2005. We are offering a diverse line-up of product in the horror, action, thriller and comedy genres, including the highly anticipated feature film "Carlita's Secret," starring "Desperate" housewife and international star, EVA LONGORIA.
Act now and book your appointments!
Maverick Global's product line will be represented at the JKD office in the Loews Hotel, Suite 702, by Jack Campbell. To book an appointment for this must-have line-up of films email jcampbell(a)maverickglobal.cc with suggested dates and times. You can also fax your meeting request to (702) 914-0537 or call the office at (702) 260-8901.
For additional information visit our website www.maverickglobal.cc
Carlita's Secret (Action/Thriller) USA 91 mins. Starring Eva Longoria star of ABC's "Desperate Housewives"
The Evil One (Horror) USA 112 mins. The Evil One, set in Chicago's most dangerous neighborhood, Englewood, is experiencing a number of recent murders that are the work of a serial killer.
Murder on the Border (Thriller) 98 mins. Hispanic attorney Eduardo Martinez's life is turned upside down when his family decides to cross the border illegally.
30 Miles (Thriller) 81 mins A white man stranded on the side of the road. A black man speeding by in an SUV .An act of kindness with fatal repercussions... A mysterious backpack And a twist that will leave you staggering.
A Night In Compton (Comedy) 75 mins. Six friends, one house, and one hell of a crazy night. A NIGHT IN COMPTON, explores relationships among a set of life long friends, in the spirit of Friday and The Breakfast Club.
View Our Other Titles Available:
Action:
Black Saturday
Rap War One
Snitch In New York
Comedy:
Da Block Party
Bank Brothers
Diggin For Dollars
My Phamily Bar BQ
3 Play
Horror:
Street Tales of Terror
Inspirational:
Only God Can Judge Me
Drama:
Transit
Wounded Hearts
Thriller:
Severed Ties
Barbershop Blues
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Maverick Global Announces AFM Product Slate 2005
Maverick Global is set to premiere its first slate of 20 films at the American Film Market 2005. We are offering a diverse line-up of product in the horror, action, thriller and comedy genres, including the highly anticipated feature film "Carlita's Secret," starring "Desperate" housewife and international star, EVA LONGORIA.
Act now and book your appointments!
Maverick Global's product line will be represented at the JKD office in the Loews Hotel, Suite 702, by Jack Campbell. To book an appointment for this must-have line-up of films email jcampbell(a)maverickglobal.cc with suggested dates and times. You can also fax your meeting request to (702) 914-0537 or call the office at (702) 260-8901.
For additional information visit our website www.maverickglobal.cc
Carlita's Secret (Action/Thriller) USA 91 mins. Starring Eva Longoria star of ABC's "Desperate Housewives"
The Evil One (Horror) USA 112 mins. The Evil One, set in Chicago's most dangerous neighborhood, Englewood, is experiencing a number of recent murders that are the work of a serial killer.
Murder on the Border (Thriller) 98 mins. Hispanic attorney Eduardo Martinez's life is turned upside down when his family decides to cross the border illegally.
30 Miles (Thriller) 81 mins A white man stranded on the side of the road. A black man speeding by in an SUV .An act of kindness with fatal repercussions... A mysterious backpack And a twist that will leave you staggering.
A Night In Compton (Comedy) 75 mins. Six friends, one house, and one hell of a crazy night. A NIGHT IN COMPTON, explores relationships among a set of life long friends, in the spirit of Friday and The Breakfast Club.
View Our Other Titles Available:
Action:
Black Saturday
Rap War One
Snitch In New York
Comedy:
Da Block Party
Bank Brothers
Diggin For Dollars
My Phamily Bar BQ
3 Play
Horror:
Street Tales of Terror
Inspirational:
Only God Can Judge Me
Drama:
Transit
Wounded Hearts
Thriller:
Severed Ties
Barbershop Blues
Maverick Global, a division of Maverick Entertainment Group Inc.
1191 East Newport Center Drive, Suite 210, Deerfield Beach, Florida
www.maverickentertainment.cc or www.maverickglobal.cc
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