FILMFESTIVALS.COM WEEKLY NEWSLETTER N° 228: May 11-18, 2005
______________________________________________________________ IT IS CANNES TIME AGAIN Follow Cannes daily on our video blog live coverage
* Cannes opening: curtain went up on Lemming * The films competing for Cannes * Cannes selection commented by Thierry Fremeaux * The Cannes Festival By Veronique Cayla * Travelling by Emir Kusturica Cannes jury president * "Travelingue" by Gilles Jacob, on Cannes 2005 * Cross-border cooperation: Producers on the move (go to Cannes) http://filmfestivals.typepad.com/ http://filmfestivals.typepad.com/ ______________________________________________________________ CANNES MARKET - SHORT FILM MARKET EXCLUSIVE
LAST MINUTE ADVERTISING Options are available with The Buyers Lounge, the Cannes Market Web Café and the Short Film Digital Avenue.
FilmFestivals is a proud partner of Cannes Market set to offer new digital avenues for short filmmakers. The Short Film Corner will inaugurate the Short Film Digital Avenue May 11 to 22.
Do not miss the panel May 14 at 5pm in the Palais: 14.01 8 NEW AVENUES TO MONETIZE AND PROMOTE SHORT FILM register: http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/march/sfda.shtml http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/march/sfda.shtml
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_____________________________________________________________ NEWS FROM FESTIVALS
* San Francisco Film Festival Offers Something for Everyone * Bin-Jip's 3-Iron drive on the festival circuit * San Francisco closed with 77 000 in attendance * Viewfinders Festival for youth wrap up comments * Festroia (portugal) line up http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/festivalsnews.shtml http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/festivalsnews.shtml
______________________________________________________________ AWARDS
* Terrorists, Communists and Giant Cockroaches Scoop Footage Awards * Citta di Trento awards Brazilian movie Extremo Sul * Belgian films Joseph Plateau awards announced * San Francisco Festival Awards * Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA) awards * Miami Gay & Lesbian film festival awards Little Man * IndieLisboa 2005 winners http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/festivals_wrapup.shtml http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/festivals_wrapup.shtml _____________________________________________________________ MONETIZE YOUR DIGITAL RIGHTS
Filmfestivals Entertainment Group acquires digital rights for worldwide distribution to 8 digital networks : Videophones: 2,5G, 3G , Gamepads, Online viewing, TV digital VOD, TV IP channels, New digital networks, DVD, Digital cinema... Meet us in Cannes at the Short Film Digital Avenue 14.01 or email bruno@filmfestivals.com Cannes Market Panel May 14 4 pm register online http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/march/sfda.shtml http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/march/sfda.shtml ___________________________________________________________ FEST PLAYERS FOCUS
* Peacock Wins Audience Award at Far East Film Festival * Cannes 2005: 30 jury members: * Udine Far East Fest Confirms its Cross Border Brilliance * Interview with Fernando Pena, BAFICI director * Far East Film Festival, Udine Italy
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_____________________________________________________________ NEWS FROM OUR PARTNERS
CANNES filmed coverage for TV will be available from the Filmfestivals.com booth 5.11 inside the Palais. Shooting HD, DVCam and Beta NTSC Dubbing & Transfer from any source to any source inside the palais Just ask bruno@filmfestivals.com
___________________________________________________________ NEWS FROM CANNES
The Short Film Corner is a new market entirely dedicated to short films. An overall panorama of short films today : In 2004, the Short Film Corner presented some 450 films, representing over 100 hours of programs, from 40 different countries. Films were viewed more than 5 000 times by buyers and film selectors from all over the world. More than one hundred films were screened as world premieres. Promote your film http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/march/sfc.shtml http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/march/sfc.shtml
__________________________________________________________ LAST MINUTE TRAVELS PLANS FOR CANNES?
"One Stop Shop" to book hotels, flights, rental car, SKIS etc.. http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/useful_info.shtml http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/useful_info.shtml
_____________________________________________________________ THE NEWS " IN FRENCH " l'actu des festivals francophones
* Projection digitales au festival de Cannes * Du rififi dans la vidéo: les caves se rebiffent * Palmarès 2005 du Festival 5 Jours Tout Court à Caen * Le court à l'honneur de Cannes/ programme des conférences * Vues dAfrique : sous le soleil de Montréal * Remerciements des gagnants * Lancement de la 4 éme édition du concours européen * story ou l'histoire du scenario * PARIS CINEMA 2005 du 29 juin au 12 juillet / 3e édition * un livre pour le financement http://www.filmfestivals.com/fr/index.shtml http://www.filmfestivals.com/fr/index.shtml
______________________________________________________________ FESTIVALS AGENDA
Festivals calling for your films... This week, this month, the BULLETIN BOARD... http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/deadlines.shtml 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 mailto:editor@filmfestivals.com
______________________________________________________________ D-CINEMA NEWS
* Animago Awards at fmx/05 * X|Media|Lab International Lab in Singapore * Mipdoc e-screenings go digital (server technology) * Film on Mobile time is ripe: Milia and Cannes Market new focus * The ADMC Digital Media Initiative http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/dcinema.shtml http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/dcinema.shtml
______________________________________________________________ FILM FROM FEST FOCUS
* The films competing for Cannes * From France to Latin America: San Francisco Festival * Peacekeepers One World Fest opener * Private Fipresci winner at San Francisco http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/films.shtml http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/films.shtml
______________________________________________________________ FESTIVALS AGENDA
Festivals calling for your films... This week, this month, the BULLETIN BOARD... http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/deadlines.shtml http://www.filmfestivals.com/htm/deadlines.shtml
______________________________________________________________ CALL FOR ENTRIES ONLINE SUBMISSIONS Filmmakers don't miss these ones!
1) ORINDA FILM FESTIVAL: September 22-25, 2005 Call for entries deadline: May 31, 2005 The Orinda Film Festival supports films from around the world that inspire, educate, challenge, and provoke audiences to explore other viewpoints and forms of expression. It offers a wide range of categories, including narrative features and shorts, documentaries, animation, experimental films, and music videos. http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/april/orinda.shtml http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/april/orinda.shtml
2) NEW YORK CITY HORROR FILM FESTIVAL (NYCHFF) October 18 - 23, 2005 Once again, The USA's premiere horror film festival will be held at the prestigious Tribeca Film Center in lower Manhattan. With special screenings, parties, celebrity guests and each year's prestigious lifetime achievement award, this is the genre festival not to be missed. Calling for entries : Early Deadline September 1st. http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/march/nyhorror.shtml http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/march/nyhorror.shtml
3) RED BANK FILM FESTIVAL October 14-16, 2005 Red Bank The Jersey Shore town that local filmmaker Kevin Smith made famous is set to host the 5th Annual Red Bank International film Festival. With one of its main sites being the historic Count Basie Theatre - a venue with over 1,000 seats, the festival is a thrilling showcase for any film. Calling for entries: http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/march/redbank.shtml http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/march/redbank.shtml
4) CineVegas Film Festival is accepting entries for independent films, shorts, and documentaries until April 8. Celebrating 100 years of Vegas and 100 years of film, the festival will be held June 10-18 at the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. World premiere films, high-profile tributes, and Vegas nightlife will all be part of the excitement. http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/february/cinevegas.shtml http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/february/cinevegas.shtml
5) SPORT MOVIES & TV FILM FESTIVAL Milan October 27 - November 1, 2005 Now accepting submissions of sports-related videos, commercials & films. Final deadline is July 1, 2005. Festival includes six Sections: 1. Olympic Spirit; 2. Documentary; 3. Sport & Society; 4. TV Sport Show; 5. Movies (shorts and long features); 6. Sport & Advertising.
http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/february/sportmovies.shtml http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/february/sportmovies.shtml
6) LUNAFEST FILM FESTIVAL October 2005 - March 2006 Calling for entries April 30: LUNAFEST is a national festival of films by, for and about women A wide array of topics including women's health, cultural diversity, body image, sexuality, and spirituality. Shorts, students shorts, documentaries, features, fiction, or narrative Format for entries is VHS or DVD. entry form: http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/february/lunafest.shtml http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/february/lunafest.shtml
7) PALM SPRINGS INT'L FESTIVAL OF SHORT FILMS & FILM MARKET September 20-26, 2005 Eleventh Annual ShortsFest presenting over 300 shorts on three screens with Film Market facilities featuring over 2000 shorts. 20 awards in 10 categories with $30,000.00 in cash prizes, film stock and production services. AMPAS Recognized Festival. Call for entry, application form and info: http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/march/palm_springs.shtml http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/march/palm_springs.shtml
8) TAHOE/RENO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (T-RIFF) August 24-28, 2005 Call for Films & Short Scripts Deadlines for both: May 30, 2005 Script Competion: Winner's script produced & screened at the Festival. $10,000 Value. T-RIFF is a 5 day exploration of discovery thru socially relevent & spirited film contributions. Enjoy the new $6.7 million Hospitality Center for socializing & meetings. Premier venue: Sand Harbor, a "starlit amphitheater," one of American's most prestigious outdoor locations. http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/january/tahoe.shtml http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/05/january/tahoe.shtml
9) ACTION/CUT SHORT FILM COMPETITION August 15-31, 2005 Call for entries Opening January 15, 2005 Categories: Fiction - Documentary - Animation Prizes: $35,000 Cash & Hollywood Career Access & Sponsor Awards Over 100+ Prizes More than any festival or contest in the world including opening film industry career doors to the winning filmmakers. http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/04/december/actioncut.shtml http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/04/december/actioncut.shtml
10) NEW YORK FILM AND VIDEO FESTIVAL New York April 28th - May 5th, 2005 The New York International Independent Film and Video Festival (NYIIFVF) returns to New Yorki for a week of screenings, premieres, performances, panels and parties. http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/04/july/nyiifvf.shtml http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/04/july/nyiifvf.shtml
11) See your Banner blinking on Filmfestivals.com HOMEPAGE linked to your online Call for Entries on our Bulletin Board. Maximize film entries. Email our COO Bruno Chatelin bruno@filmfestivals.com for a detailed proposition http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/bulletin_board.pdf http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/bulletin/bulletin_board.pdf ______________________________________________________________ A few searching tips: Use the pro site for advanced search, reserved for precise, exhaustive festival details (still free) http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/ffs/searchpro.shtml http://www.filmfestivalspro.com/ffs/searchpro.shtml
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