Here's a couple of updates today to our New Hampshire Filming Location Library -
Just added: Federal House Inn Historic Bed & Breakfast (Plymouth, NH)
View the location file here.
New pictures added: The Exeter Inn (Exeter, NH)
View the location file here.
Interested in submitting your property as a potential filming location in New Hampshire? Click here for more information.
"Ear Whacks" from NH filmmaker Alfred Catalfo, now on YouTube
[Received this notice from NH filmmaker Alfred Thomas Catalfo:]
Hi Everyone,
We're very happy to announce that our newest film, EAR WHACKS, is now live on YouTube as a 2009 Sundance Film Festival Project Direct entry! Project Direct is a cool concept: Film entries must be under 5 minutes, use a red telephone for a prop (Moviefone is the sponsor) and use two other props from a list of 25 which are all from films made famous at Sundance. Our props were a severed ear (Reservoir Dogs), instant photos (Memento), and a wedding dress (Four Weddings and a Funeral).
For EAR WHACKS, we had a somewhat crazy idea to repurpose some of The Stag Hunt footage by writing a new script, shooting several new scenes and doing an entirely new 5-minute film with a completely different storyline -- a dark comedy about a gambling addict whose best friend lends him an ear. We hope you enjoy it. Please watch the film in High Quality if you have a fast connection speed. If you feel the urge to give us a nice rating and some positive comments and help us get the word out, we'd appreciate it!
Here's the link...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D99jW9JaI-k
Many thanks,
Freddie
Hi Everyone,
We're very happy to announce that our newest film, EAR WHACKS, is now live on YouTube as a 2009 Sundance Film Festival Project Direct entry! Project Direct is a cool concept: Film entries must be under 5 minutes, use a red telephone for a prop (Moviefone is the sponsor) and use two other props from a list of 25 which are all from films made famous at Sundance. Our props were a severed ear (Reservoir Dogs), instant photos (Memento), and a wedding dress (Four Weddings and a Funeral).
For EAR WHACKS, we had a somewhat crazy idea to repurpose some of The Stag Hunt footage by writing a new script, shooting several new scenes and doing an entirely new 5-minute film with a completely different storyline -- a dark comedy about a gambling addict whose best friend lends him an ear. We hope you enjoy it. Please watch the film in High Quality if you have a fast connection speed. If you feel the urge to give us a nice rating and some positive comments and help us get the word out, we'd appreciate it!
Here's the link...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D99jW9JaI-k
Many thanks,
Freddie
NH-based independent film seeks dayplayers
[From the producers of The Kingsmen's Redeemer...]
The Kingsmen's Redeemer, a feature-length psychological/ supernatural thriller being shot on the state of the art RED camera (www.red.com) from writer/Director Petros Tsanlaredes and Purple Crayon Productions shooting from mid-January through mid-February in New Hampshire is looking for NON-UNION TALENT to fill various unpaid dayplayer roles. We are looking for a BROTHER ANTHONY (20'S), LEGAL CLERK , a CORONER, FATHER MCDONALD (40's-50's), PRIEST (30's-40's), RACHEL (beautiful, early 30's, long dark hair), SLEDGE (6'3, 225lbs muscular), THE GUARDIAN AD LITEM (tough as nails, authoritative female 30's-40's). If you are interested finding out more about any of these roles, please contact Co-Director Scott R. Caseley at staticfilms1@yahoo.com and submit a headshot/resume. Auditions will be held Sunday, January 4th from 11am- 2pm at Sky Meadow located at 6 Mountain Laurels Drive, Nashua, New Hampshire.
The Kingsmen's Redeemer, a feature-length psychological/ supernatural thriller being shot on the state of the art RED camera (www.red.com) from writer/Director Petros Tsanlaredes and Purple Crayon Productions shooting from mid-January through mid-February in New Hampshire is looking for NON-UNION TALENT to fill various unpaid dayplayer roles. We are looking for a BROTHER ANTHONY (20'S), LEGAL CLERK , a CORONER, FATHER MCDONALD (40's-50's), PRIEST (30's-40's), RACHEL (beautiful, early 30's, long dark hair), SLEDGE (6'3, 225lbs muscular), THE GUARDIAN AD LITEM (tough as nails, authoritative female 30's-40's). If you are interested finding out more about any of these roles, please contact Co-Director Scott R. Caseley at staticfilms1@yahoo.com and submit a headshot/resume. Auditions will be held Sunday, January 4th from 11am- 2pm at Sky Meadow located at 6 Mountain Laurels Drive, Nashua, New Hampshire.
Free Winter Artist Entrepreneurial Workshops
[Received this notice from the State Council on the Arts.]
This winter, the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts will offer its fourth series of free workshops for professional New Hampshire artists who are seeking to enhance their business skills, promote their work, and network with other artists. All sessions will be held in the council’s conference room at 2 1/2 Beacon Street in Concord.
Space is limited, so register as soon as possible by calling (603) 271-2789 or e-mailing Judy Rigmont, Creative Communities coordinator, at judy.l.rigmont@dcr.nh.gov.
January 20, 2009, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. (snow date January 21, 2009)
Marketing: Plain and Simple
Learn the essentials about how best to market your work, marketing trends, targeting your audience, branding, developing an elevator pitch, and analyzing your competition, as well as the value of online social networking sites and Google, print and radio advertising, and public relations.
Workshop facilitator: Nancy Clark, owner of the Glen Group Inc. in North Conway
February 24, 2009, 2 - 4 p.m. (snow date February 25, 2009)
Creating Digital Portfolios
Most galleries, museums, and juried competitions now require CD portfolio submissions. This workshop is for artists who have been hesitating but are now ready to take the leap and create digital files of their work. Simple and concise instructions will be given on how to create digital image files from existing slides and digital camera pictures. Artists should feel free to bring their cameras if they have after-class questions about specific settings.
Workshop facilitator: Barbara Rita Jenny, a fellowship recipient from the State Arts Council and Greater Piscataqua Community Foundation
March 17, 2009, 10 a.m. - noon (snow date: March 18, 2009)
Public Art: The Artist and Community Driven Projects
Want to see your work in public buildings or successfully compete for community projects? Need to have a better understanding of the state’s Percent for Art program or community driven (vs. artist driven) arts projects? This session will demystify the RFP/RFQ process, and walk you through the process of applying for Percent for Art projects in New Hampshire.
Workshop Facilitators: Visual Arts Associate Julie Mento and Public Information Officer Jane Eklund, both of the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts; and Gordon Carlisle, mural artist.
This winter, the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts will offer its fourth series of free workshops for professional New Hampshire artists who are seeking to enhance their business skills, promote their work, and network with other artists. All sessions will be held in the council’s conference room at 2 1/2 Beacon Street in Concord.
Space is limited, so register as soon as possible by calling (603) 271-2789 or e-mailing Judy Rigmont, Creative Communities coordinator, at judy.l.rigmont@dcr.nh.gov.
January 20, 2009, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. (snow date January 21, 2009)
Marketing: Plain and Simple
Learn the essentials about how best to market your work, marketing trends, targeting your audience, branding, developing an elevator pitch, and analyzing your competition, as well as the value of online social networking sites and Google, print and radio advertising, and public relations.
Workshop facilitator: Nancy Clark, owner of the Glen Group Inc. in North Conway
February 24, 2009, 2 - 4 p.m. (snow date February 25, 2009)
Creating Digital Portfolios
Most galleries, museums, and juried competitions now require CD portfolio submissions. This workshop is for artists who have been hesitating but are now ready to take the leap and create digital files of their work. Simple and concise instructions will be given on how to create digital image files from existing slides and digital camera pictures. Artists should feel free to bring their cameras if they have after-class questions about specific settings.
Workshop facilitator: Barbara Rita Jenny, a fellowship recipient from the State Arts Council and Greater Piscataqua Community Foundation
March 17, 2009, 10 a.m. - noon (snow date: March 18, 2009)
Public Art: The Artist and Community Driven Projects
Want to see your work in public buildings or successfully compete for community projects? Need to have a better understanding of the state’s Percent for Art program or community driven (vs. artist driven) arts projects? This session will demystify the RFP/RFQ process, and walk you through the process of applying for Percent for Art projects in New Hampshire.
Workshop Facilitators: Visual Arts Associate Julie Mento and Public Information Officer Jane Eklund, both of the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts; and Gordon Carlisle, mural artist.
Casting Notice: Brainbox Entertainment Demolition Project
[Received this inquiry from Brainbox Entertainment.]
BRAINBOX ENTERTAINMENT is seeking DEMOLITION PROJECTS to film for a new series (major cable).
Projects must have a WOW factor to them. We are looking for a variety of projects with BIG BOOMS, lots of DESTRUCTION, and HEAVY MACHINERY.
The show will be process-driven, so we must be able to film various stages of the demolition. Additionally, at least one person from the demolition company must be willing to appear as on-camera talent.
Filming will take place in 1st Quarter 2009.
Please have all interested parties send us an email at demoshow@brainbox.tv. Parties should include the following information in the email: NAME OF COMPANY, CITY, STATE, DESCRIPTION OF UPCOMING DEMOLITION PROJECT(s), KEY EQUIPMENT USED, TIMEFRAME FOR COMPLETION. Parties must also provide CONTACT NAME, TELEPHONE NUMBER, EMAIL ADDRESS. Photos of Upcoming Demolition Projects are a plus.
Deadline for submissions is December 19, 2008.
BRAINBOX ENTERTAINMENT is seeking DEMOLITION PROJECTS to film for a new series (major cable).
Projects must have a WOW factor to them. We are looking for a variety of projects with BIG BOOMS, lots of DESTRUCTION, and HEAVY MACHINERY.
The show will be process-driven, so we must be able to film various stages of the demolition. Additionally, at least one person from the demolition company must be willing to appear as on-camera talent.
Filming will take place in 1st Quarter 2009.
Please have all interested parties send us an email at demoshow@brainbox.tv. Parties should include the following information in the email: NAME OF COMPANY, CITY, STATE, DESCRIPTION OF UPCOMING DEMOLITION PROJECT(s), KEY EQUIPMENT USED, TIMEFRAME FOR COMPLETION. Parties must also provide CONTACT NAME, TELEPHONE NUMBER, EMAIL ADDRESS. Photos of Upcoming Demolition Projects are a plus.
Deadline for submissions is December 19, 2008.
Casting Notice: "America's Got Talent" (NBC)
[From the casting producers at America's Got Talent:]
With a talent search open to any act of any age, AMERICA'S GOT TALENT has brought the variety format back to the forefront of American culture by showcasing the hottest performers from across the country.
Each week, the show features a colorful array of hopeful stars, including singers, dancers, comedians, contortionists, impressionists, jugglers, magicians and ventriloquists, all vying for their chance to strut and perform on stage in front of a panel of celebrity judges in the hopes they'll be chosen a winner by the viewing audience.
For season four, America's Got Talent is currently planning a massive nationwide audition tour. The auditions will be traveling across America to over nine major cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Austin, Miami, Seattle and Boston, to name a few. For the latest info on the show and to pre-register for an audition, please visit www.nbc.com/agt.
For the last 3 seasons this series has truly changed the lives of its previous contestants in ways they never dreamed of. Last year insurance salesman/opera singer Neal Boyd from Missouri won the $1,000,000 grand prize and also achieved his lifelong dream to headline on the Las Vegas Strip with a show planned for the MGM.
What makes this show unique is that any talent goes. We want to see anything and everything…No matter how zany, bizarre or unusual others may think your talent is, on our show, it could make you a star!
With a talent search open to any act of any age, AMERICA'S GOT TALENT has brought the variety format back to the forefront of American culture by showcasing the hottest performers from across the country.
Each week, the show features a colorful array of hopeful stars, including singers, dancers, comedians, contortionists, impressionists, jugglers, magicians and ventriloquists, all vying for their chance to strut and perform on stage in front of a panel of celebrity judges in the hopes they'll be chosen a winner by the viewing audience.
For season four, America's Got Talent is currently planning a massive nationwide audition tour. The auditions will be traveling across America to over nine major cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Austin, Miami, Seattle and Boston, to name a few. For the latest info on the show and to pre-register for an audition, please visit www.nbc.com/agt.
For the last 3 seasons this series has truly changed the lives of its previous contestants in ways they never dreamed of. Last year insurance salesman/opera singer Neal Boyd from Missouri won the $1,000,000 grand prize and also achieved his lifelong dream to headline on the Las Vegas Strip with a show planned for the MGM.
What makes this show unique is that any talent goes. We want to see anything and everything…No matter how zany, bizarre or unusual others may think your talent is, on our show, it could make you a star!
Casting Notice: "Tabatha's Salon Takeover" (BRAVO)
[From the casting producers at Tabatha's Salon Takeover:]
Bravo's TABATHA'S SALON TAKEOVER Season 2
The Emmy-Winning Producers of BLOW OUT and UGLY BETTY are excited to bring world renowned stylist Tabatha Coffey back to salons across America for Season 2! Are you a salon owner who has always dreamed of having the most successful salon in town? Is your business ready for a stylish makeover from TOP to BOTTOM? If so, Tabatha may be here to help you! In the second season of BRAVO'S successful docu-series, this industry expert will be visiting and revamping hair salons one beauty shop at a time! BRAVO is currently looking for energetic, passionate and driven salon owners ready to open their doors and take their businesses to the next level!
TWO WAYS TO APPLY
1. To apply for the show and to find out more information about the possibility of getting your salon made over, please download the application here - http://www.bravotv.com/Casting/Tabatha_Salon_Takeover_2_Casting_Application.pdf AND find out details about how to create a VIDEOTAPE SUBMISSION!
or
2. E-mail us at bravosalonmakeover@yahoo.com.
Also, you can NOMINATE A SALON:
To nominate a salon, e-mail nominateasalon@yahoo.com. Please note that the salon you submit must fill out an application if requested by the production company.
Don't forget to include:
1. Name of the salon
2. Contact information of the salon and/or owner's contact information
3. Pictures of the salon and it's owner(s)
4. Your name and contact info
5. Why would you like to nominate this salon? What would you like to see Tabatha focus on if she were to "takeover" the salon?
Bravo's TABATHA'S SALON TAKEOVER Season 2
The Emmy-Winning Producers of BLOW OUT and UGLY BETTY are excited to bring world renowned stylist Tabatha Coffey back to salons across America for Season 2! Are you a salon owner who has always dreamed of having the most successful salon in town? Is your business ready for a stylish makeover from TOP to BOTTOM? If so, Tabatha may be here to help you! In the second season of BRAVO'S successful docu-series, this industry expert will be visiting and revamping hair salons one beauty shop at a time! BRAVO is currently looking for energetic, passionate and driven salon owners ready to open their doors and take their businesses to the next level!
TWO WAYS TO APPLY
1. To apply for the show and to find out more information about the possibility of getting your salon made over, please download the application here - http://www.bravotv.com/Casting/Tabatha_Salon_Takeover_2_Casting_Application.pdf AND find out details about how to create a VIDEOTAPE SUBMISSION!
or
2. E-mail us at bravosalonmakeover@yahoo.com.
Also, you can NOMINATE A SALON:
To nominate a salon, e-mail nominateasalon@yahoo.com. Please note that the salon you submit must fill out an application if requested by the production company.
Don't forget to include:
1. Name of the salon
2. Contact information of the salon and/or owner's contact information
3. Pictures of the salon and it's owner(s)
4. Your name and contact info
5. Why would you like to nominate this salon? What would you like to see Tabatha focus on if she were to "takeover" the salon?
Casting Notice: Upcoming Osbourne Variety Show (FOX)
[From the casting producers at FremantleMedia:]
THE OSBOURNES ARE BACK
with a brand-new variety show on FOX!
NOW CASTING!
(must be over 18 to apply)
Producers at FremantleMedia ("American Idol") are searching for REAL people with HILARIOUS stories!
--
FUNNY CONFESSIONS/ SECRETS:
Do you, or someone you know, have embarrassing and/or funny secrets? Have you ever wondered what would happen if friends/family found out about these hilarious secrets? For example: Have you or your friends ever had an embarrassing job and never told anyone about it? Did you get sick in a friend's car and blame it on his/her dog? Did you tell your husband/wife that you were at the gym when you were really out with your friends? Have you been so annoyed with someone that you cleaned the toilet with his/her toothbrush and never told them?
--
NOW-OR-NEVER WEDDINGS:
Are you in a relationship with a man who WON'T propose? Have there been instances where you thought he was going to propose and it NEVER happened? Is it NOW or NEVER? We want to hear your story as you may be what we are looking for!
--
ALSO CASTING:
Do you have a friend or family member with a home FILLED with evidence of his/her unique TASTES/OBSESSIONS? Would he/she be EMBARRASSED to see their home on TV? Do they have excess trinkets/collectibles all over the house? Do you know someone who only displays gifts when the person who bought them visits? Does your friend or family member have a closet full of Hawaiian shirts or a collection of mugs, lamps, pig or cow-inspired decorations or other items no one would believe? If you know someone like this then let us know.
--
NAMED OSBOURNES:
Is your last name Osbourne? No matter how you spell it, we are looking for Osbournes from across the country.
--
SEND ALL NOMINATIONS/ STORIES NOW TO: VarietyTV@gmail.com for consideration to be on the show.
THE OSBOURNES ARE BACK
with a brand-new variety show on FOX!
NOW CASTING!
(must be over 18 to apply)
Producers at FremantleMedia ("American Idol") are searching for REAL people with HILARIOUS stories!
--
FUNNY CONFESSIONS/ SECRETS:
Do you, or someone you know, have embarrassing and/or funny secrets? Have you ever wondered what would happen if friends/family found out about these hilarious secrets? For example: Have you or your friends ever had an embarrassing job and never told anyone about it? Did you get sick in a friend's car and blame it on his/her dog? Did you tell your husband/wife that you were at the gym when you were really out with your friends? Have you been so annoyed with someone that you cleaned the toilet with his/her toothbrush and never told them?
--
NOW-OR-NEVER WEDDINGS:
Are you in a relationship with a man who WON'T propose? Have there been instances where you thought he was going to propose and it NEVER happened? Is it NOW or NEVER? We want to hear your story as you may be what we are looking for!
--
ALSO CASTING:
Do you have a friend or family member with a home FILLED with evidence of his/her unique TASTES/OBSESSIONS? Would he/she be EMBARRASSED to see their home on TV? Do they have excess trinkets/collectibles all over the house? Do you know someone who only displays gifts when the person who bought them visits? Does your friend or family member have a closet full of Hawaiian shirts or a collection of mugs, lamps, pig or cow-inspired decorations or other items no one would believe? If you know someone like this then let us know.
--
NAMED OSBOURNES:
Is your last name Osbourne? No matter how you spell it, we are looking for Osbournes from across the country.
--
SEND ALL NOMINATIONS/ STORIES NOW TO: VarietyTV@gmail.com for consideration to be on the show.
Casting Notice: "Momma's Boys" (NBC)
[From the casting producers at Momma's Boys:]
Casting Season 2 of NBC's "Momma's Boys"
From Executive Producer Ryan Seacrest and the Producers of "Average Joe"
Are you a mom looking to find love for your son?
NBC is seeking moms of eligible young men who are ready to help their sons pick the right woman. Are you and your son ready for an adventure of a lifetime?
Are you a mom who is frustrated that her son is not dating the right woman? Do you look forward to the day your son finds the love of his life and you get the wedding of your dreams? Is your son still living at home and you think it's time he find a mate and settle down?
Producers are looking for moms and their sons who are willing to work together as a team to find the perfect mate. You should be a mother with a strong opinion about whom your son should be dating.
If you're a mom looking to find love for your son and you are ready to be a great character America will love to watch in the process, we'd love to hear from you.
If interested, please submit all of the following:
- Two pictures of both Mother and Son
- Summarize your relationship with each other in a short paragraph
- Short bio about your occupation(s) and everyday lives
- Contact info, including full name, phone number with area code, email address, city, and state
- Make sure to have fun with it and let your personalities shine through!
Please send all info to: nbcdatingshow@gmail.com*
*Don't forget to put your city and state in the subject line!
Casting Season 2 of NBC's "Momma's Boys"
From Executive Producer Ryan Seacrest and the Producers of "Average Joe"
Are you a mom looking to find love for your son?
NBC is seeking moms of eligible young men who are ready to help their sons pick the right woman. Are you and your son ready for an adventure of a lifetime?
Are you a mom who is frustrated that her son is not dating the right woman? Do you look forward to the day your son finds the love of his life and you get the wedding of your dreams? Is your son still living at home and you think it's time he find a mate and settle down?
Producers are looking for moms and their sons who are willing to work together as a team to find the perfect mate. You should be a mother with a strong opinion about whom your son should be dating.
If you're a mom looking to find love for your son and you are ready to be a great character America will love to watch in the process, we'd love to hear from you.
If interested, please submit all of the following:
- Two pictures of both Mother and Son
- Summarize your relationship with each other in a short paragraph
- Short bio about your occupation(s) and everyday lives
- Contact info, including full name, phone number with area code, email address, city, and state
- Make sure to have fun with it and let your personalities shine through!
Please send all info to: nbcdatingshow@gmail.com*
*Don't forget to put your city and state in the subject line!
Casting Notice: "Opportunity Knocks" (ABC)
[From the casting producers at Opportunity Knocks:]
OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS
NOW CASTING!!
Are you an outgoing and fun family with teenagers and/or kids ages 7 to 21?
Would you love to go on vacation, finally pay off that debt, buy that flat screen TV, new refrigerator or even a new bedroom set for the kids' room?
If so, ABC has a new family-oriented game show where families could walk away with up to $250,000!
This is a trivia-based game show where the game is brought to your house. The family will contribute by answering questions for a chance to win money and amazing prizes.
The casting department of Opportunity Knocks is looking for close-knit families with personality!
To audition, send us an email asap to: familygameshowcasting@gmail.com.
YOU MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING IN THE EMAIL:
Please put City/State you reside in in the Subject of the Email
• Include your family's name and contact information
• Photo of your family
• Photo of your home
• Brief family BIO including all members' names, ages, occupations and grades
• Why you think your family would be the BEST for Opportunity Knocks
OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS
NOW CASTING!!
Are you an outgoing and fun family with teenagers and/or kids ages 7 to 21?
Would you love to go on vacation, finally pay off that debt, buy that flat screen TV, new refrigerator or even a new bedroom set for the kids' room?
If so, ABC has a new family-oriented game show where families could walk away with up to $250,000!
This is a trivia-based game show where the game is brought to your house. The family will contribute by answering questions for a chance to win money and amazing prizes.
The casting department of Opportunity Knocks is looking for close-knit families with personality!
To audition, send us an email asap to: familygameshowcasting@gmail.com.
YOU MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING IN THE EMAIL:
Please put City/State you reside in in the Subject of the Email
• Include your family's name and contact information
• Photo of your family
• Photo of your home
• Brief family BIO including all members' names, ages, occupations and grades
• Why you think your family would be the BEST for Opportunity Knocks
This week's NH Film Links
New Hampshire film news, in case you missed it:
>> Facebook group forms to support saving Exeter's Ioka Theater (Seacoast Online, 12/5/2008)
>> Three Takes on Virtual Filmmaking (NewEnglandFilm.com, 12/1/2008)
>> Film "IOUSA" by former Stratham man shortlisted for Oscar (Seacoast Online, 11/30/2008)
>> NHPR's Word of Mouth covers the Short Short Story Film Festival (NHPR, 11/25/2008)
>> Facebook group forms to support saving Exeter's Ioka Theater (Seacoast Online, 12/5/2008)
>> Three Takes on Virtual Filmmaking (NewEnglandFilm.com, 12/1/2008)
>> Film "IOUSA" by former Stratham man shortlisted for Oscar (Seacoast Online, 11/30/2008)
>> NHPR's Word of Mouth covers the Short Short Story Film Festival (NHPR, 11/25/2008)
New Musical Web Series is a Head Above the Rest
[Received this press release from New Hampshire filmmaker, John Herman.]
Remember when the best video on the web was a kid falling off his skateboard? Those days are over. A new musical web series aims to turn web video expectations on its head... literally. The surreal show follows the lives of three friends who have food items for heads. You heard right. Odd Noggin Land debuts with bi-weekly episodes starting December 15th. The first episode can be seen now at oddnoggin.com.
New Hampshire artists John Herman and Ryan Plaisted conceived the show while meeting for the first time. "We met for coffee to discuss creative projects," explains Herman. "Within minutes we were plotting episodes. Two days later we were shooting with a cast of actors. We ran with the idea."
One of the greatest challenges of the new show is generating a good take from an actor performing beneath a cumbersome mask. "Making an episode of Odd Noggin Land is like acting by proxy," says Brian Paul, who plays a man with a gigantic cheeseburger for a head. "You can't see what you're doing. You can't see what the other actors are doing.
You just act and hope it looks intelligent."
The show creators hope Odd Noggin Land's mix of catchy songs and surreal visuals will attract an audience who appreciate the strange work as much as they do. "When you can say to somebody you've just met, 'let's make a musical web series about people with giant food items instead of human heads,' and that idea is received, considered, and even embraced, that's probably an indicator that you're compatible," says Plaisted. "Maybe that makes John and me the Odd Noggins."
Get a look at the new show at oddnoggin.com New episodes will debut every other week starting December 15th.
"Bridge Crusader" to premiere on 12/10
Bridge Crusader, an independent film shot partially in New Hampshire, will have its world premiere on Wednesday, December 10 at the Regent Theatre in Arlington, MA. Screenings are at 7 and 8:30 p.m. and tickets are $5. The film is produced by New England-based Groovyfilms.biz in association with Unfolding Story Pictures.Synopsis: Year after year, an eclectic artist sojourns to the covered bridges of New England on his chopper to rendezvous with a mysterious woman. A shocking discovery catapults him on a desperate crusade to uncover his past in hope of freeing himself and the woman he loves.
A trailer for the film can be found here: www.groovyfilms.biz
"Ghost Hunters" Portsmouth, NH episode to air on 12/10 at 9pm
"Ghost Hunters" will air its Portsmouth-based episode on Wednesday, December 10 at 9pm on the Sci-Fi Channel. The episode features paranormal investigations at Fort Constitution, Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse and the Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion. The episode was shot in October 2008.
Visit the "Ghost Hunters" website here.
Visit the "Ghost Hunters" website here.
El mundo en el 2030
Predicciones, estudios o simples deseos... ¿cómo será el mundo en un futuro no muy lejano?
Es algo que muchos, sino todos, se preguntan. Cómo se vivirá en un futuro cercano o cómo lo harán las generaciones venideras. Cuestión que podría resumirse en la siguiente interrogación,
Por otra parte, Internet se convertirá en una "web súper combinada", siempre activa: "personas, animales domésticos y miles de objetos inanimados se van a comunicar inalámbrica y permanentemente, además de ofrecer experiencias holográficas en 3D, simulaciones táctiles, olores y gustos".
No tan maravilloso
Pero no todos tienen la misma visión positiva. A principios de este año, el Foro Económico Mundial reunió a destacados jóvenes profesionales para que pronosticaran el futuro del planeta y, en base a eso, estimaran cómo se podría mejorar la vida en la tierra. Los resultados fueron los siguientes:
Ciencia y Salud. El 70 % de las muertes se producirán por enfermedades no transmisibles, como cáncer, problemas cardíacos y diabetes. Mientras, las enfermedades infecciosas como la malaria y la tuberculosis van a reducirse debido al mayor acceso a vacunas.
También aumentarán las muertes por accidentes de tránsito. El cigarrillo matará a 8,3 millones de personas en el 2030, es decir, a 3 millones más en que en la actualidad.
La lista de las principales enfermedades estará encabezada por: el SIDA, la depresión, los problemas cardíacos, el Alzheimer, otras demencias y el alcoholismo.
Los avances en el estudio del genoma harán que las medicinas sean más personalizadas y eficientes y que el genotipo influya más que la información clínica a la hora de elegir un medicamento.
La expectativa de vida subirá de 67,3 años a 72,2 años. La población mundial mayor de 80 años será el triple de la actual y el 60 % de ella vivirá en Asia.
Cambio climático. La temperatura subirá entre 0,5 y 1,5 grados centígrados y el nivel de los océanos se elevará entre 6 y 11 centímetros como consecuencia del calentamiento global. Habrá más tormentas, ciclones, tornados, huracanes, sequías e inundaciones.
Agua. La demanda por agua de uso agrícola, industrial y doméstico crecerá un 16 % y se transformará en tema de conflicto, especialmente en China, India, Irán y Pakistán, que necesitan gran cantidad para la agricultura.
Internet. Internet será accesible casi en cualquier punto de la tierra, pero los contenidos de primer nivel serán reducidos a los suscriptores, es decir, habrá más control de parte de los proveedores de la información. La interactividad aumentará igual que la tendencia a que el usuario arme su propio paquete de contenidos para sí mismo o para otros.
Guerras, conflictos armados. Se espera que aumenten las guerras civiles y los conflictos entre estados y terroristas. El terrorismo será más sofisticado. Proliferarán las armas de destrucción masiva, los conflictos étnicos, las nuevas formas de nacionalismo, los ataques informáticos, las pandemias y las migraciones.
by Psicofxp
Es algo que muchos, sino todos, se preguntan. Cómo se vivirá en un futuro cercano o cómo lo harán las generaciones venideras. Cuestión que podría resumirse en la siguiente interrogación,
¿el mundo en 2030 va a ser mejor o peor que el actual?
El profesor y futurólogo británico, Ray Hammond, sin titubear contestó: "Será sin duda un lugar mucho mejor, porque disfrutaremos de mucha mayor prosperidad, al obtener una productividad inmensa de robots y ordenadores superinteligentes, y nos beneficiaremos de una medicina muchísimo más poderosa. Así que será un lugar mucho más agradable, al menos para la gente que viva en los países ricos".
Hammond no es cualquier predicador del futuro. En 1983, cuando internet era primitiva, predijo que iba a transformar a la sociedad. Su visión resultó profética, y a partir de allí, se convirtió en uno de los futurólogos más respetados del planeta.
En su último libro recién publicado, El mundo en 2030, Ray Hammond, detalla que el mundo experimentará un desarrollo equivalente a un siglo de progreso, que los ciudadanos de Europa llegarán a vivir 130 años, que estarán rodeados de robots y conectados a internet de forma continua por medio de conexiones neuronales.
Según Hammond, en 2030 mil millones de personas tendrán como mínimo 65 años de edad, envejecimiento que ya está empezando a afrontarse en algunas sociedades.
Respecto a la crisis energética, Hammond aseguró que en 2045 "vamos a necesitar un cien por cien más de cualquier energía" y "el petróleo nunca se gastará". A su vez, "es probable que el clima registre unos fenómenos meteorológicos extremos en 2030, y la solución será el empleo de fuentes de energía limpia y natural", dijo Hammond.
Por otra parte, Internet se convertirá en una "web súper combinada", siempre activa: "personas, animales domésticos y miles de objetos inanimados se van a comunicar inalámbrica y permanentemente, además de ofrecer experiencias holográficas en 3D, simulaciones táctiles, olores y gustos".
No tan maravilloso
Pero no todos tienen la misma visión positiva. A principios de este año, el Foro Económico Mundial reunió a destacados jóvenes profesionales para que pronosticaran el futuro del planeta y, en base a eso, estimaran cómo se podría mejorar la vida en la tierra. Los resultados fueron los siguientes:
Ciencia y Salud. El 70 % de las muertes se producirán por enfermedades no transmisibles, como cáncer, problemas cardíacos y diabetes. Mientras, las enfermedades infecciosas como la malaria y la tuberculosis van a reducirse debido al mayor acceso a vacunas.
También aumentarán las muertes por accidentes de tránsito. El cigarrillo matará a 8,3 millones de personas en el 2030, es decir, a 3 millones más en que en la actualidad.
La lista de las principales enfermedades estará encabezada por: el SIDA, la depresión, los problemas cardíacos, el Alzheimer, otras demencias y el alcoholismo.
Los avances en el estudio del genoma harán que las medicinas sean más personalizadas y eficientes y que el genotipo influya más que la información clínica a la hora de elegir un medicamento.
La expectativa de vida subirá de 67,3 años a 72,2 años. La población mundial mayor de 80 años será el triple de la actual y el 60 % de ella vivirá en Asia.
Cambio climático. La temperatura subirá entre 0,5 y 1,5 grados centígrados y el nivel de los océanos se elevará entre 6 y 11 centímetros como consecuencia del calentamiento global. Habrá más tormentas, ciclones, tornados, huracanes, sequías e inundaciones.
Agua. La demanda por agua de uso agrícola, industrial y doméstico crecerá un 16 % y se transformará en tema de conflicto, especialmente en China, India, Irán y Pakistán, que necesitan gran cantidad para la agricultura.
Internet. Internet será accesible casi en cualquier punto de la tierra, pero los contenidos de primer nivel serán reducidos a los suscriptores, es decir, habrá más control de parte de los proveedores de la información. La interactividad aumentará igual que la tendencia a que el usuario arme su propio paquete de contenidos para sí mismo o para otros.
Guerras, conflictos armados. Se espera que aumenten las guerras civiles y los conflictos entre estados y terroristas. El terrorismo será más sofisticado. Proliferarán las armas de destrucción masiva, los conflictos étnicos, las nuevas formas de nacionalismo, los ataques informáticos, las pandemias y las migraciones.
by Psicofxp
Scott Kirsner Gives a Glimpse Inside the Movies and the Creative Economy
Technology and the arts come together in an intriguing evening with the author and columnist at the Portsmouth Library on December 10th
What is the creative economy? What is an example of technology coming together with the arts in the creative economy? How are the arts and technology communities working together now in New England, New Hampshire and the Seacoast and how might they come together in the future and contribute to the areas’ economic and cultural vitality?
Scott Kirsner will address these questions and more in a Portsmouth presentation based on his new book, Inventing the Movies: Hollywood's Epic Battle Between Innovation and the Status Quo. Kirsner comes to Portsmouth after talks at Netflix, Google, Disney, the Rome Film Festival and the Boston Museum of Science. The presentation will be at the Portsmouth Public Library at 175 Parrott Avenue on Wednesday, December 10 starting at 5:30 PM. The event is free and open to the public.
For over ten years Scott has been writing about innovation for publications like the Boston Globe, the New York Times, Wired, Variety, Fast Company, the Hollywood Reporter, Salon.com, BusinessWeek, and Newsweek. A central theme to his writing and research is the question “how do innovations that matter get introduced to the world?”
Kirsner calls out the common challenges for all entrepreneurs, "I've been focused on innovation, and especially innovation in the New England region, for the past decade. In looking at the technological history of the movie industry -- some of it sparked by New England companies, believe it or not -- I found that it offers lessons for people trying to innovate in any field. Ideas that change industries are almost always met with phenomenal resistance."
“The film production industry has changed dramatically over the last decade,” says Van McLeod, commissioner of the Department of Cultural Resources which houses the New Hampshire Film and Television Office. “With all of the advances in technology through the production process to distribution, filmmakers have capitalized on these innovations and have brought a once out-of-reach industry right into their own backyards. I think this program will provide some very useful information and inspiration to our New England filmmakers who have always had to rely on a plenty of Yankee ingenuity to get their films made.”
The evening is being hosted by the Portsmouth Public Library with sponsorship from Borealis Ventures, Catapult Seacoast Young Professionals, eCoast Angel Network, NH Film and Television Office, NH High Tech Council and the University of New Hampshire Whittemore School of Business and Economics along with the UNH School of Sociology and Film Studies. Come see, hear and talk about the creative economy – how the arts and technology come together – in the past, in the present and in the future.
The organizers of the event, Jesse Devitte of Borealis Ventures in Portsmouth and Ross Gittell from the UNH Whittemore School of Business and Economics, along with all the sponsors encourage entrepreneurs from both the technology and arts communities to attend and enjoy their shared trip through the history of film and discuss opportunities for the technology and arts communities in New Hampshire and on the Seacoast to come together in the future.
What is the creative economy? What is an example of technology coming together with the arts in the creative economy? How are the arts and technology communities working together now in New England, New Hampshire and the Seacoast and how might they come together in the future and contribute to the areas’ economic and cultural vitality?
Scott Kirsner will address these questions and more in a Portsmouth presentation based on his new book, Inventing the Movies: Hollywood's Epic Battle Between Innovation and the Status Quo. Kirsner comes to Portsmouth after talks at Netflix, Google, Disney, the Rome Film Festival and the Boston Museum of Science. The presentation will be at the Portsmouth Public Library at 175 Parrott Avenue on Wednesday, December 10 starting at 5:30 PM. The event is free and open to the public.
For over ten years Scott has been writing about innovation for publications like the Boston Globe, the New York Times, Wired, Variety, Fast Company, the Hollywood Reporter, Salon.com, BusinessWeek, and Newsweek. A central theme to his writing and research is the question “how do innovations that matter get introduced to the world?”
Kirsner calls out the common challenges for all entrepreneurs, "I've been focused on innovation, and especially innovation in the New England region, for the past decade. In looking at the technological history of the movie industry -- some of it sparked by New England companies, believe it or not -- I found that it offers lessons for people trying to innovate in any field. Ideas that change industries are almost always met with phenomenal resistance."
“The film production industry has changed dramatically over the last decade,” says Van McLeod, commissioner of the Department of Cultural Resources which houses the New Hampshire Film and Television Office. “With all of the advances in technology through the production process to distribution, filmmakers have capitalized on these innovations and have brought a once out-of-reach industry right into their own backyards. I think this program will provide some very useful information and inspiration to our New England filmmakers who have always had to rely on a plenty of Yankee ingenuity to get their films made.”
The evening is being hosted by the Portsmouth Public Library with sponsorship from Borealis Ventures, Catapult Seacoast Young Professionals, eCoast Angel Network, NH Film and Television Office, NH High Tech Council and the University of New Hampshire Whittemore School of Business and Economics along with the UNH School of Sociology and Film Studies. Come see, hear and talk about the creative economy – how the arts and technology come together – in the past, in the present and in the future.
The organizers of the event, Jesse Devitte of Borealis Ventures in Portsmouth and Ross Gittell from the UNH Whittemore School of Business and Economics, along with all the sponsors encourage entrepreneurs from both the technology and arts communities to attend and enjoy their shared trip through the history of film and discuss opportunities for the technology and arts communities in New Hampshire and on the Seacoast to come together in the future.
Los 10 Infaltables De La Primavera
Vestidos y túnicas: Exóticos motivos étnicos, formas geométricas y caleidoscópicas, patchwork, neobatik, salpicados y mucha psicodelia se incorporan en las diferentes propuestas de vestidos y túnicas.
¿Cómo llevarlas? Con superposición: sobre pantalones pijamas, chupines, bermudas, trajes de baño y calzas. Cinturones y fajas para una opción más entallada y unas lindas sandalias chatas como cierre final.
1.(Rapsodia $369) - 2. (Dam $290) - 3. Jazmín Chebar $420) - 4. (María Cher $218).
Transparencias: Es el fetiche de la nueva temporada. De origen noble, la organza y la gasa son tejidos cristalinos, livianos, finos y exquisitos que insinúan con sutileza en prendas como blusas, vestidos volátiles y faldas con superposición de capas. Ideal para generar misterio y transmitir sensualidad.
1. (Rapsodia $369) - 2. (Las Pepas $129) - 3. (India Style $180).
Estampas floreadas: Flores, flores y más flores… En todas sus variedades (más que suficientes para no repetir) están más que presentes en esta temporada de la mano de un look bohemio, romántico y femenino. Túnicas, soleros, minis y calzados son algunas de las prendas que se contagian de este estallido primaveral.
Vestido de corte evasé con escote corazón y molo (Dam $260).
Enteritos mono: Vienen en variados modelos con diseños súper disímiles, pero todos comparten los mismos fines: comodidad, practicidad y vanguardismo.
Se pueden llevar solos o superpuestos y su versión con short es una acertada elección para la playa, como también lo es la versión en raso o satén para la noche.
Mono de Jersey con botones (Rapsodia $199).
Pantalones: Del abanico de modelos de pantalones que tenemos para esta nueva temporada, se destacan los "palazzos", que dominaron la escena de la moda a fines de los 80 y en los 90. Los chupines, en colores y estampas para todos los gustos; y el pantalón pijama, realizados con telas livianas y de caída más holgada.
Jeans Chupín (Kosiuko, $168).
Volados: Los volados aparecen por todas partes buscando generar un rico juego de movimiento, frescura y volumen en la silueta femenina. Especialmente en faldas o vestidos, vienen en cascadas y se combinan con prendas más strech para generar mayor contraste. Lisos o estampados, todos valen y todos se reinventan para llevar de día o de noche.Mini floreada con capas de volados (Complot $119 aprox.).
Sombreros de época: Llevar la cabeza cubierta es una de las tendencias de este verano. Sombrero de ala con espíritu vintage, con moño o con pañuelo, un seudobirrete o un bombín estampado para las más osadas son algunas de las elecciones. Bombín forrado con aplique de flor (Los Vados del Ibsen, a pedido).
Colores cítricos: El verde lima, naranja y amarillo limón son el toque perfecto de vitalidad si estás vestida con prendas claras y neutras como blanco, marfil, natural y arena (tan en boga en esta temporada que busca un retorno a lo natural).
Además, estos colores causan una sensación de energía refrescante, ideal para disfrutar del verano
Cartera tipo baulito de cuero floter (Blaqué $389).
Maxibolsos: Y sigue vigente el reinado del bolso XL que nos viene acompañando desde tiempo atrás.
Pero se superan a sí mismos con aires renovados. Inspirados en motivos arty o con diseños retrofuturistas, son la mejor opción para quien busca practicidad y tendencia.
De cuero con efecto tornasolado, frunces y manijillas rígidas (Casa López $1390).
Sandalias romanas: Inspiradas en el calzado romano de los gladiadores, vienen con todo: tachas, apliques, hebillas, cordones, tiras entrelazadas. En cuero metalizado, de reptil o de colores, vienen en versiones bien chatas o con un minitaco. Conclusión: hay para todos los gustos.
2. (Claude Benard $550) 3. (Vía Uno) 4. (Las Pepas $499) 5. (Peruggia).
By OH!LALÁ
FLOWER POWER
Vestido de gasa estampado
(María Cher, $940)
Un mix silvestre se impone en la temporada en que las flores reaparecen para combinarse en outfits románticos.
Llega la primavera y con ella se inicia una nueva temporada fashion que estará definida por una gran explosión de colores y estampados silvestres. Las flores, de todos los colores y tamaños, se transformarán en la marca distintiva de vestidos, camisolas, túnicas y accesorios.
by OH!LALÁ
photos BAFWEEK
Los Exitosos Pell$
Los Exitosos Pells, el fenómeno de la TV 2008
¿Por qué Los Exitosos Pells es la tira más vista en la TV local? Sin duda No hay una sola respuesta, sino un conjunto de circunstancias que favorecieron a la ficción.
Pero la consecuencia mas inmediata -además de ganar el rating en su franja- es analizar cómo hizo la tira para desbancar de la cima de la audiencia a Marcelo Tinelli con su reality show Bailando por un Sueño 2008.
Muchos son los que coinciden en que la propuesta de ShowMatch de baile y patín se viene agotando: arrancó en abril y continúa con a veces no muy aceptados estiramientos.
Otro hecho notable es la factura técnica, las deliciosas actuaciones y un libro que revela las pésimas costumbres en la televisión que hace honor al lema “por un punto de rating uno es capaz de vender a la vieja”.
También se juega el factor suerte y esta vez con la ficción Telefé le encontró la vuelta para competir de igual a igual con Tinelli, quien pierde por uno o dos puntos de diferencia (con Montecristo era Pablo Echarri quien estaba unos puntitos más abajo en 2006).
Hay un máxima que Adrián Suar, en su rol de productor y de gerente artístico de Canal 13, suele decir a sus colaboradores más íntimos: “Al margen de la calidad artística, el estreno de los productos está sujeto a dos variables: colocarlos en el momento justo y en el lugar adecuado”.
Parece que de este dato tomó nota el director de Contenidos de Telefé, Claudio Villarruel, que estudió cada paso antes de sacar al aire Los Pells. Sabía que Canal 13 y Tinelli no le iban a dejar el espacio libre. Era seguro que la tira iba a debutar un miércoles, la única noche en que Tinelli descansa de la pantalla.
Entonces Tinelli hizo una excepción y decidió arrancar el ritmo más promocionado del reality, el aqua dance, la misma noche del estreno de Los Pells. En la primera semana ganó el animador por una diferencia de cinco puntos, pero con el correr de los días la diferencia se achicó y cambió.
Guerra de estrategias
Telefé junto con Sebastián Ortega y Endemol Argentina decidieron redoblar la apuesta y desde hace una semana salen al aire con un capítulo y medio por noche, de una hora y media de duración. Esta estrategia, si se quiere inusual, Villarruel la puede implementar porque la tira arrancó con casi 40 capítulos adelantados. Desde en tonces, pasó al frente con el rating.
Mientras tanto, en la productora Ideas del Sur las reuniones son a toda hora para revertir la tendencia. Razón por la cual se sacó de la galera el ritmo bailando bajo la lluvia y bailando bajo la nieve. Como resultado, Tinelli logró un virtual empate o no perder por varios puntos de diferencia.
Es cierto que Tinelli ya no tiene mucho margen de maniobra. Sólo le queda menos de un mes por delante con ambos realities, pero desea terminar en lo más alto del rating y a este paso parece que llegar a la cima le costaría.
Por ahora Telefé mantendrá firme la estrategia de emitir un capítulo y medio por noche si es que Tinelli no sale con alguna otra sorpresa. Los Pells, sin un retoque en sus libros ni de producción parece que tiene un largo camino por recorrer. Sin escándalo alguno, la ficción se ganó también el elogio de la prensa especializada.
Esta comedia le aporta un valor estético pocas veces visto en la televisión. Aunque es bien cierto que tiene el antecedente de LaLola, del mismo creador de Los Pells, Sebastián Ortega, que en la pantalla de América sorprendió gratamente con una historia bien contada y con una interesante estética, como que por ejemplo no salen de Puerto Madero. Incluso hoy no sería exagerado hablar de un estilo Sebastián Ortega en nuestra pantalla vernácula.
by Diario Popular
"Iron Brides" select candidates, begins filming
[Received this press release from George Jobel of Iron Brides Productions, LLC.]
Reality TV Show Iron Brides™ Announces Local Finalists
Iron Brides is a New England based Reality TV show originating in NH. Season I (NH) filming begins November 22, 2008. This past weekend the show announced its selections of Contestants and Show Hosts.
New England’s new television show, Iron Brides™ announced its 8 finalists, 2 alternates and two show host during bridal shows last weekend. Four finalists were announced Friday, November 14, at the bridal show, Madeline's By Moonlight, held at Ethan Allen's Furniture in Portsmouth, NH and 4 finalists, 2 alternates and the show’s two hosts were announced in Concord (NH) at the bridal show, Capitol Bridal Affair, held at the Capitol Center For The Arts, Sunday, November 16th. The show’s Executive Producer, George C. Jobel, said “We are delighted to have found 10 such amazing women to compete in our inaugural season. Their diverse personalities, wit, skills and true grit are the very essence of great competitors.”
Engaged women, 21 or older, who planned to hold their ceremonies anywhere in New Hampshire, Southern Maine or Northern Massachusetts after February 1, 2009, were eligible to audition as contestants. Jobel reported about 75 women registered online, 45 actually submitted video auditions or attended open auditions held throughout NH and about 35 signed eligibility contracts with the show.
The selected participants include:
Brides:
Nicole Corvini from Melrose, MA
Vania Crevier from Belmont, NH
Tricia Comi from Portsmouth, NH
Darlene Ramsey from York, ME
Amy Dole, Gonic, NH
Jennifer Lessard, Somersworth, NH
Kylin Szlosek, Hampton, NH
Tarryn Brandl, Milford, NH
Alternates:
Deanna Bennett, Warner, NH
Stephanie Douglass, Manchester, NH
Show Hosts:
Brian Eibert, Dover, NH
Jill Sullivan Grueter, Hampton, NH
Primary filming for the show begins on Saturday at locations in Nashua, Manchester and Suncook, NH. Other planned locations include Portsmouth, Londonderry and Sugar Hill, NH. The show is filming during three weekends before Christmas and an eight day week during January 2009.
The Iron Brides™ TV format is unique. The finalists will each be given demanding tasks of planning their weddings, be tested in life skills, athletic abilities, personality and more. The grand prize winner will walk away with a $9,000 dream wedding photography and videography package, with runner-ups receiving other wedding prizes for their big day.
Season II auditions (Boston) begin on November 21 in Salem, Massachusetts at the Hawthorne Hotel, 18 Washington Square West, from 2:00-8:00 PM.
The show’s website is www.IronBrides.TV. A Media Only Page has been created for the credentialed media containing biographical information, photographs, links to auditions, telephone numbers and email addresses of the participants. Call Executive Producer George C. Jobel (603.369.1471) or Associate Producer Joann Mills (603.717.2727) for access.
Contact:
George C. Jobel, Executive Producer
Iron Brides™ Productions, LLC
603.369.1471
http://www.IronBrides.TV
Reality TV Show Iron Brides™ Announces Local Finalists
Iron Brides is a New England based Reality TV show originating in NH. Season I (NH) filming begins November 22, 2008. This past weekend the show announced its selections of Contestants and Show Hosts.
New England’s new television show, Iron Brides™ announced its 8 finalists, 2 alternates and two show host during bridal shows last weekend. Four finalists were announced Friday, November 14, at the bridal show, Madeline's By Moonlight, held at Ethan Allen's Furniture in Portsmouth, NH and 4 finalists, 2 alternates and the show’s two hosts were announced in Concord (NH) at the bridal show, Capitol Bridal Affair, held at the Capitol Center For The Arts, Sunday, November 16th. The show’s Executive Producer, George C. Jobel, said “We are delighted to have found 10 such amazing women to compete in our inaugural season. Their diverse personalities, wit, skills and true grit are the very essence of great competitors.”
Engaged women, 21 or older, who planned to hold their ceremonies anywhere in New Hampshire, Southern Maine or Northern Massachusetts after February 1, 2009, were eligible to audition as contestants. Jobel reported about 75 women registered online, 45 actually submitted video auditions or attended open auditions held throughout NH and about 35 signed eligibility contracts with the show.
The selected participants include:
Brides:
Nicole Corvini from Melrose, MA
Vania Crevier from Belmont, NH
Tricia Comi from Portsmouth, NH
Darlene Ramsey from York, ME
Amy Dole, Gonic, NH
Jennifer Lessard, Somersworth, NH
Kylin Szlosek, Hampton, NH
Tarryn Brandl, Milford, NH
Alternates:
Deanna Bennett, Warner, NH
Stephanie Douglass, Manchester, NH
Show Hosts:
Brian Eibert, Dover, NH
Jill Sullivan Grueter, Hampton, NH
Primary filming for the show begins on Saturday at locations in Nashua, Manchester and Suncook, NH. Other planned locations include Portsmouth, Londonderry and Sugar Hill, NH. The show is filming during three weekends before Christmas and an eight day week during January 2009.
The Iron Brides™ TV format is unique. The finalists will each be given demanding tasks of planning their weddings, be tested in life skills, athletic abilities, personality and more. The grand prize winner will walk away with a $9,000 dream wedding photography and videography package, with runner-ups receiving other wedding prizes for their big day.
Season II auditions (Boston) begin on November 21 in Salem, Massachusetts at the Hawthorne Hotel, 18 Washington Square West, from 2:00-8:00 PM.
The show’s website is www.IronBrides.TV. A Media Only Page has been created for the credentialed media containing biographical information, photographs, links to auditions, telephone numbers and email addresses of the participants. Call Executive Producer George C. Jobel (603.369.1471) or Associate Producer Joann Mills (603.717.2727) for access.
Contact:
George C. Jobel, Executive Producer
Iron Brides™ Productions, LLC
603.369.1471
http://www.IronBrides.TV
New Hampshire movie theater news
Latest news on a couple of movie theaters here in new Hampshire:
IOKA Theater in Exeter to close. http://tinyurl.com/5f3e33
Peterborough movie theater for sale. http://tinyurl.com/5ux8u2
IOKA Theater in Exeter to close. http://tinyurl.com/5f3e33
Peterborough movie theater for sale. http://tinyurl.com/5ux8u2
"Killing Dinner" completes principal photography
[Received this notice today from our friends at a713 production in Stratham.]
a713production of Stratham, New Hampshire and Beachfront Films of Venice, CA would like to announce that completion of principal photography on the film Killing Dinner.
Killing Dinner was written and directed by Mitch Ganem (Elvis Has Left the Building) a Wolfeboro, New Hampshire native now living in New York City. The film was produced by Tracey Becker (Finding Neverland)and Mark Constance (The Sensation of Sight) who will partner once again to produce the upcoming Losing Jerry, also to be directed by Ganem.
Killing Dinner is a black comedy in the tradition of Quentin Tarantino and David Mamet about a trio of ex-assassins involved in a love triangle. The cast includes Brett Cullen (Lost, The West Wing, Friday Night Lights), Molly Schreiber (Edge of Darkness), Neil McGarry (Brotherhood), Chase Bailey and Younger Robbins.
The film now in post production will be submitted to various film festivals around the world upon completion.
The film was shot entirely on location in Portsmouth and Hampton Beach, New Hampshire.
a713production of Stratham, New Hampshire and Beachfront Films of Venice, CA would like to announce that completion of principal photography on the film Killing Dinner.
Killing Dinner was written and directed by Mitch Ganem (Elvis Has Left the Building) a Wolfeboro, New Hampshire native now living in New York City. The film was produced by Tracey Becker (Finding Neverland)and Mark Constance (The Sensation of Sight) who will partner once again to produce the upcoming Losing Jerry, also to be directed by Ganem.
Killing Dinner is a black comedy in the tradition of Quentin Tarantino and David Mamet about a trio of ex-assassins involved in a love triangle. The cast includes Brett Cullen (Lost, The West Wing, Friday Night Lights), Molly Schreiber (Edge of Darkness), Neil McGarry (Brotherhood), Chase Bailey and Younger Robbins.
The film now in post production will be submitted to various film festivals around the world upon completion.
The film was shot entirely on location in Portsmouth and Hampton Beach, New Hampshire.
Planning started for 2009 New Hampshire High School Short Film Festival
The New Hampshire Film and Television Office is pleased to announce that it will present its second annual New Hampshire High School Short Film Festival on Saturday, May 16, 2009 at the New Hampshire Technical Institute in Concord, and students are encouraged to start planning and producing their projects for submission!
Our inaugural film festival, held this past May, was a huge success, having screened twenty student-produced short films representing fourteen high schools from around New Hampshire. Five of those films were selected as award winners and shown before public audiences at this year’s New Hampshire Film Festival in Portsmouth and the Somewhat North of Boston Film Festival in Concord. The films from these talented students ranged from historical documentaries to dramas to comedies and experimental music videos.
An important part of our mission at the New Hampshire Film and Television Office has always been to support and promote the efforts of our New Hampshire filmmakers, and student filmmakers are no exception. We feel student filmmaking is an exciting and essential piece of our industry here in New Hampshire, and we’re looking forward to again providing this opportunity to our state’s young talent.
The New Hampshire Film and Television Office will be getting information to all the high schools throughout the state about the 2009 New Hampshire High School Short Film Festival shortly. The submission period opens February 1, 2009 and closes on March 31, 2009. More details are available on the Film Festival website at www.nhstudentfilm.com.
Our inaugural film festival, held this past May, was a huge success, having screened twenty student-produced short films representing fourteen high schools from around New Hampshire. Five of those films were selected as award winners and shown before public audiences at this year’s New Hampshire Film Festival in Portsmouth and the Somewhat North of Boston Film Festival in Concord. The films from these talented students ranged from historical documentaries to dramas to comedies and experimental music videos.
An important part of our mission at the New Hampshire Film and Television Office has always been to support and promote the efforts of our New Hampshire filmmakers, and student filmmakers are no exception. We feel student filmmaking is an exciting and essential piece of our industry here in New Hampshire, and we’re looking forward to again providing this opportunity to our state’s young talent.
The New Hampshire Film and Television Office will be getting information to all the high schools throughout the state about the 2009 New Hampshire High School Short Film Festival shortly. The submission period opens February 1, 2009 and closes on March 31, 2009. More details are available on the Film Festival website at www.nhstudentfilm.com.
This week's New Hampshire film links
Here's a couple of New Hampshire film notes found on the web this week -
>> We hear: Denis Leary, Rachael Ray, Brett Cullen... (Boston Herald, 11/12/2008)
>> Global issues localized on film (Seacoast Online, 11/10/2008)
>> We hear: Denis Leary, Rachael Ray, Brett Cullen... (Boston Herald, 11/12/2008)
>> Global issues localized on film (Seacoast Online, 11/10/2008)
MergingArts and Red River Theaters premiere Second Annual Short Short Story Film Festival
[Received this press release from Toni Pennacchia from MergingArts Productions on an upcoming short film festival at Red River Theatres in Concord.]
One-Day Event to Feature Over Thirty Films That Tell A Story In Five Minutes Or Less.
CONCORD, NH – A unique one-day event is coming this November 29th to Concord, New Hampshire. Co-presented by MergingArts Productions and The Red River Theatres, the second annual Short Short Story Film Festival will make its debut at The Red River at 11 South Main Street in downtown Concord. The festival will feature screenings throughout the day and the event is open to the public.
The festival will feature films of five minutes or less in length, all of which tell a story. Toni Pennacchia, Director of MergingArts Productions, says "Our idea is to present a wide variety of themes and moods in less than the time of a typical Hollywood movie. Most short film festivals allow for films of 10, 15, or more minutes in length. We wanted to keep things 'short and sweet' so to speak."
She continues, "Some pieces less than five minutes are trailers, music videos, public service announcements, or experimental non-narrative pieces. I wanted to keep the focus on story – films with a beginning, middle, and end. It's a greater challenge for the filmmaker, but it engages the audience more fully."
The festival made its debut in November of 2007, playing to a packed house in Providence, RI. For 2008, the festival organizers wanted to travel the festival to other areas in New England. "We wanted to find communities in New England where there is a good base of support for independent artists," says Pennacchia. "With The Red River in Concord, we have found a shared vision of entertaining and enlightening the New Hampshire public."
The festival will include more than thirty films in all, from as far away as Australia and Russia, and including a few entries from New England area filmmakers. Films are to be presented in two programs, the first consisting of lighter, more family-friendly fare called Heartstrings, and the second being a little edgier or darker called Headtrip.
Both live-action and animated films will be shown, running the gamut of styles, including Don't Make a Scene, a self-referential satire from New York City, My Happy End, a sentimental "tail" of friendship from Berlin, and The Heist, a sort of science fiction morality play from Vancouver. Pennacchia concludes, "If you are looking for something different to do after eating all the turkey you can handle on Thanksgiving, this is a great change of pace for both adults and kids."
MergingArts Productions is an organization dedicated to promoting music, visual arts, technology and media, bringing these elements to a variety of communities both locally and globally.
Red River Theatres' mission is to present film and the discussion of film as a way to entertain, broaden horizons and deepen appreciation of life for New Hampshire audiences of all ages.
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For more information on the festival, contact Toni Pennacchia, Director of MergingArts Productions at tonip@mergingartsproductions.com, or visit http://www.mergingarts.com.
One-Day Event to Feature Over Thirty Films That Tell A Story In Five Minutes Or Less.
CONCORD, NH – A unique one-day event is coming this November 29th to Concord, New Hampshire. Co-presented by MergingArts Productions and The Red River Theatres, the second annual Short Short Story Film Festival will make its debut at The Red River at 11 South Main Street in downtown Concord. The festival will feature screenings throughout the day and the event is open to the public.
The festival will feature films of five minutes or less in length, all of which tell a story. Toni Pennacchia, Director of MergingArts Productions, says "Our idea is to present a wide variety of themes and moods in less than the time of a typical Hollywood movie. Most short film festivals allow for films of 10, 15, or more minutes in length. We wanted to keep things 'short and sweet' so to speak."
She continues, "Some pieces less than five minutes are trailers, music videos, public service announcements, or experimental non-narrative pieces. I wanted to keep the focus on story – films with a beginning, middle, and end. It's a greater challenge for the filmmaker, but it engages the audience more fully."
The festival made its debut in November of 2007, playing to a packed house in Providence, RI. For 2008, the festival organizers wanted to travel the festival to other areas in New England. "We wanted to find communities in New England where there is a good base of support for independent artists," says Pennacchia. "With The Red River in Concord, we have found a shared vision of entertaining and enlightening the New Hampshire public."
The festival will include more than thirty films in all, from as far away as Australia and Russia, and including a few entries from New England area filmmakers. Films are to be presented in two programs, the first consisting of lighter, more family-friendly fare called Heartstrings, and the second being a little edgier or darker called Headtrip.
Both live-action and animated films will be shown, running the gamut of styles, including Don't Make a Scene, a self-referential satire from New York City, My Happy End, a sentimental "tail" of friendship from Berlin, and The Heist, a sort of science fiction morality play from Vancouver. Pennacchia concludes, "If you are looking for something different to do after eating all the turkey you can handle on Thanksgiving, this is a great change of pace for both adults and kids."
MergingArts Productions is an organization dedicated to promoting music, visual arts, technology and media, bringing these elements to a variety of communities both locally and globally.
Red River Theatres' mission is to present film and the discussion of film as a way to entertain, broaden horizons and deepen appreciation of life for New Hampshire audiences of all ages.
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For more information on the festival, contact Toni Pennacchia, Director of MergingArts Productions at tonip@mergingartsproductions.com, or visit http://www.mergingarts.com.
This week's New Hampshire film links
I'll try to update this weekly (and when I have links to share). But, in case you've missed these New Hampshire film-related stories recently...
>> Jumping, crashing and thrilling at film fest (Concord Monitor, 11/6/2008)
>> Casting call - NH filmmaker at work (The Hippo, 11/6/2008)
>> Chronicling life in the crash lane (Bedford Journal, 11/6/2008)
>> Film Festival opens three-day run (NewHampshire.com, 11/6/2008)
>> The 'Other Side' looks at the dark side (Bedford Journal, 10/24/2008)
>> Amherst man takes a shot at the big time (Nashua Telegraph, 10/23/2008)
>> Jumping, crashing and thrilling at film fest (Concord Monitor, 11/6/2008)
>> Casting call - NH filmmaker at work (The Hippo, 11/6/2008)
>> Chronicling life in the crash lane (Bedford Journal, 11/6/2008)
>> Film Festival opens three-day run (NewHampshire.com, 11/6/2008)
>> The 'Other Side' looks at the dark side (Bedford Journal, 10/24/2008)
>> Amherst man takes a shot at the big time (Nashua Telegraph, 10/23/2008)
SNOB Film Festival this weekend!
The 7th Annual SNOB (Somewhat North of Boston) Film Festival is happening this weekend from November 7-9 in Concord, NH.
The SNOB Film Festival, a grassroots community initiative, celebrates and supports independent filmmaking. It provides a forum for dialog and learning and showcases a wide variety of media. The SNOB Film Festival, in conjunction with Red River Theatres and the New Hampshire Technical Institute, provides an annual venue for films the public might not otherwise see.
Film schedule and ticket information available online at www.snobfilmfestival.org.
The SNOB Film Festival, a grassroots community initiative, celebrates and supports independent filmmaking. It provides a forum for dialog and learning and showcases a wide variety of media. The SNOB Film Festival, in conjunction with Red River Theatres and the New Hampshire Technical Institute, provides an annual venue for films the public might not otherwise see.
Film schedule and ticket information available online at www.snobfilmfestival.org.
Visiting Artist in Residence - Wheaton College
Wheaton College (Norton, MA) seeks to appoint an accomplished filmmaker or artist working in time-based media as Visiting Artist in Residence for the fall and spring semester of 2009/2010. This part-time position will consist of two film-related courses to be taught, one per semester. The appointed Visiting Artist will provide courses and workshops in creative studio-based disciplines. We are especially interested in Artists and Professors who can provide students with specialized interdisciplinary connections in filmmaking and other exciting fields of study. Although benefits are not offered for this rotating instructor position, total compensation for the two classes will range from $12,000 - $15,000. All applications should be sent to the selection committee at Barbara Curtis, Department of Art & Art History, Visiting Artist in Film, Wheaton College, 26 East Main Street, Norton MA 02766. Applications should consist of a cover letter, two proposed courses, CV, teaching evaluations (if available), and work samples on DVD. Deadline for receipt of applications is February 1, 2009. More info on Wheaton’s film program at: www.myspace.com/wheatonfilm, www.wheatoncollege.edu
Pioneering war epic 'Wings' (1927) to be screened Monday, Nov. 10 for Veterans Day
Honor Veterans Day this year with a screening of 'Wings' (1927), a silent drama about World War I aviators that captured 'Best Picture' at the very first Academy Awards. Innovative early action film masterpiece was first to take viewers along in the cockpits of biplane fighters during high-altitude dogfights. Starring Clara Bow, Gary Cooper, Charles 'Buddy' Rogers, and Richard Arlen; directed by William Wellman. Original score performed live by New Hampshire composer Jeff Rapsis. One screening only, starts at 5:30 p.m. in the downstairs auditorium of Manchester Public Library, 405 Pine St., Manchester, N.H. Free admission but donations encouraged; proceeds to support the New Hampshire Aviation Museum at Boston-Manchester Regional Airport. Sponsored by HippoPress, The Manchester Express, Looser Than Loose Vintage Entertainment, and the New Hampshire Aviation Historical Society. All welcome, especially veterans.
Sci-Fi Channel's "Ghost Hunters" explores Fort Constitution and Portsmouth Lighthouse
Foster's Daily Democrat has a story today about the recent filming of a "Ghost Hunters" episode at Fort Constitution and the Portsmouth Lighthouse. The episode is set to air December 10 at 9 p.m.
This will be the third New Hampshire-based episode this year (also featured were the Mount Washington Hotel in Bretton Woods and the Palace Theatre in Manchester.)
Read the article here.
This will be the third New Hampshire-based episode this year (also featured were the Mount Washington Hotel in Bretton Woods and the Palace Theatre in Manchester.)
Read the article here.
Franklin mill property being offered up for filmmakers
New Hampshire Business Review (10/24) has an article about an old mill property in Franklin that is now available for filmmaking or office space. Check out Cindy Kibbe's write-up here.
The New Hampshire Film & Television Office also has photos of the property in our online location library. View the location file here.
The New Hampshire Film & Television Office also has photos of the property in our online location library. View the location file here.
2008 New Hampshire Film Festival announces winners
[Received this press release from the New Hampshire Film Festival.]
More than 6,000 attend weekend movie festival in Portsmouth.
PORTSMOUTH, NH – The eighth annual New Hampshire Film Festival drew an estimated 6,000 attendants to downtown Portsmouth, making the four-day fest the most successful in the event’s history.
“In this economy, we’re definitely encouraged at the attendance,” said NHFF Executive Director, Nicole Gregg. “We had far more people purchasing weekend passes and enjoying the entire event from Thursday to Sunday.”
With a lineup of films coming from Sundance, Berliner and the Cannes film festivals, the NHFF program is now comparable to major film festivals, according to Gregg. The NHFF ran Oct. 16 - 19.
This year's NHFF winners included Best Short Comedy Award: "Cutlass," director Kate Hudson; Best Short Drama: "Centigrade," directors Colin Cunningham, Madison Graie; Best Animation Award: "The Magistical," directors John Cernak, Danny Oakley, writer John Cernak; Best Student Award: "The Abattoir," director/writer, T.J. Volgare; Best Documentary Award: "I.O.U.S.A.," director Patrick Creadon; Grand Jury Award: "The Life Before Her Eyes," director Vadim Perelman, writer Emil Stern; Best Feature Award, "The Unknown Woman," director/writer Giuseppe Tornatore; Best Screenplay Award: "The Stunning Box," by David Bertoni, Yarmouth, Maine; and Audience Choice Award: "Between the Folds," feature-length documentary, by Vanessa Gould.
Winners of New Hampshire awards included New Hampshire Documentary Film Award: "Communities and Consequences," director/writer Jay Childs; and the New Hampshire Film of the Year Award: "Sick Sex," by Justin Nowell, director and co-writer with Thomas Nowell. The Van McLeod Award went to Chase Bailey of Left Bank Films in Portsmouth. The NHFF 2008 marked the debut of the new Van McLeod Award, which honors someone who makes a significant contribution to the film or television industry and is named in honor of the commissioner of the New Hampshire Department of Cultural Resources.
Event highlights included visits by Austin Chick, director of "August;" Patrick Creadon, director of "I.O.U.S.A." (also "Word Play," and producer of "Super Size Me"); and event artists-in-residence Emmy-winning filmmakers Julia Reichert and Steven Bognar. Artist Michael Fosse, featured in "Between the Folds," followed that screening by creating a giant origami sculpture on the spot.
The "I.O.U.S.A." panel discussion with Creadon, Writer Addison Wiggin and Sen. Judd Gregg, a subject in the film, was the highlight of the festival, according to Gregg.
NHFF receives major sponsorship from Irving Oil and Override. Created in July 2007, Override is a network of respected retail brands that gives consumers an opportunity to lower their individual price of gas at the pump. Consumers can earn gas savings at participating Shaw’s Supermarkets and Dunkin’ Donuts. The opportunity to save is also available to more than 9,000 L.L. Bean employees through Override’s employee program. Gas savings are redeemable at 200 Irving fuel locations in New England. Please see more information at Override.com. Further information is available at www.nhfilmfestival.com.
Media Contact: Nicole Gregg | nicole@nhfilmfestival.com | 603.647.6439.
More than 6,000 attend weekend movie festival in Portsmouth.
PORTSMOUTH, NH – The eighth annual New Hampshire Film Festival drew an estimated 6,000 attendants to downtown Portsmouth, making the four-day fest the most successful in the event’s history.
“In this economy, we’re definitely encouraged at the attendance,” said NHFF Executive Director, Nicole Gregg. “We had far more people purchasing weekend passes and enjoying the entire event from Thursday to Sunday.”
With a lineup of films coming from Sundance, Berliner and the Cannes film festivals, the NHFF program is now comparable to major film festivals, according to Gregg. The NHFF ran Oct. 16 - 19.
This year's NHFF winners included Best Short Comedy Award: "Cutlass," director Kate Hudson; Best Short Drama: "Centigrade," directors Colin Cunningham, Madison Graie; Best Animation Award: "The Magistical," directors John Cernak, Danny Oakley, writer John Cernak; Best Student Award: "The Abattoir," director/writer, T.J. Volgare; Best Documentary Award: "I.O.U.S.A.," director Patrick Creadon; Grand Jury Award: "The Life Before Her Eyes," director Vadim Perelman, writer Emil Stern; Best Feature Award, "The Unknown Woman," director/writer Giuseppe Tornatore; Best Screenplay Award: "The Stunning Box," by David Bertoni, Yarmouth, Maine; and Audience Choice Award: "Between the Folds," feature-length documentary, by Vanessa Gould.
Winners of New Hampshire awards included New Hampshire Documentary Film Award: "Communities and Consequences," director/writer Jay Childs; and the New Hampshire Film of the Year Award: "Sick Sex," by Justin Nowell, director and co-writer with Thomas Nowell. The Van McLeod Award went to Chase Bailey of Left Bank Films in Portsmouth. The NHFF 2008 marked the debut of the new Van McLeod Award, which honors someone who makes a significant contribution to the film or television industry and is named in honor of the commissioner of the New Hampshire Department of Cultural Resources.
Event highlights included visits by Austin Chick, director of "August;" Patrick Creadon, director of "I.O.U.S.A." (also "Word Play," and producer of "Super Size Me"); and event artists-in-residence Emmy-winning filmmakers Julia Reichert and Steven Bognar. Artist Michael Fosse, featured in "Between the Folds," followed that screening by creating a giant origami sculpture on the spot.
The "I.O.U.S.A." panel discussion with Creadon, Writer Addison Wiggin and Sen. Judd Gregg, a subject in the film, was the highlight of the festival, according to Gregg.
NHFF receives major sponsorship from Irving Oil and Override. Created in July 2007, Override is a network of respected retail brands that gives consumers an opportunity to lower their individual price of gas at the pump. Consumers can earn gas savings at participating Shaw’s Supermarkets and Dunkin’ Donuts. The opportunity to save is also available to more than 9,000 L.L. Bean employees through Override’s employee program. Gas savings are redeemable at 200 Irving fuel locations in New England. Please see more information at Override.com. Further information is available at www.nhfilmfestival.com.
Media Contact: Nicole Gregg | nicole@nhfilmfestival.com | 603.647.6439.
Great Northern Video now renting equipment
[Received this notice from Great Northern Video in Pembroke, NH.]
Due to customer requests over the years Great Northern Video has finally decided to open up a rental division. Our clients clearly see the short-term benefits of renting and we have taken the progressive step to adapt to the changes in the market to benefit our customers. Before offing rentals customers would have to travel to Massachusetts to rent equipment and be subjected to traffic, high rental costs, time spent, taxes, and high gas costs.
Renting equipment allows you to test in real world applications to find out which equipment better serves your need. You can have significant cost savings and less complexity versus in-house management of own equipment. All our equipment is new and meticulously maintained and serviced. With major changes in technology and the current state of the economy, renting might be a better choice for you and your short-term needs.
Great Northern Video rents cameras, Steadicam’s, projectors, wireless mics, edit systems, green screens, batteries and power supplies, lighting kits, tripods, monitors, jibs, the RED One camera system, etc. All our equipment is backed up with experts, with hands on real world application experience. Want to rent equipment but need some training? Great Northern Video offers training on lighting, cameras, support, editing, and sound at the lowest rates in the country.
Our rental program is fairly unique in that we offer 1 day, 3 day and 7-day rentals. The 3-day rental is the cost of 2 days and the 7-day rental is the cost of 3 days, so there is a significant cost savings over traditional rental houses. The rental department at Great Northern Video is currently accepting equipment reservations. It has already caught on and we have several projects coming to town that we are providing equipment for. We are officially open for rentals and we look forward to your business.
Michael N. Sutton
msutton@greatnorthernvideo.com
603-228-0412 x 16
Outside of NH 1-800-631-6812
Due to customer requests over the years Great Northern Video has finally decided to open up a rental division. Our clients clearly see the short-term benefits of renting and we have taken the progressive step to adapt to the changes in the market to benefit our customers. Before offing rentals customers would have to travel to Massachusetts to rent equipment and be subjected to traffic, high rental costs, time spent, taxes, and high gas costs.
Renting equipment allows you to test in real world applications to find out which equipment better serves your need. You can have significant cost savings and less complexity versus in-house management of own equipment. All our equipment is new and meticulously maintained and serviced. With major changes in technology and the current state of the economy, renting might be a better choice for you and your short-term needs.
Great Northern Video rents cameras, Steadicam’s, projectors, wireless mics, edit systems, green screens, batteries and power supplies, lighting kits, tripods, monitors, jibs, the RED One camera system, etc. All our equipment is backed up with experts, with hands on real world application experience. Want to rent equipment but need some training? Great Northern Video offers training on lighting, cameras, support, editing, and sound at the lowest rates in the country.
Our rental program is fairly unique in that we offer 1 day, 3 day and 7-day rentals. The 3-day rental is the cost of 2 days and the 7-day rental is the cost of 3 days, so there is a significant cost savings over traditional rental houses. The rental department at Great Northern Video is currently accepting equipment reservations. It has already caught on and we have several projects coming to town that we are providing equipment for. We are officially open for rentals and we look forward to your business.
Michael N. Sutton
msutton@greatnorthernvideo.com
603-228-0412 x 16
Outside of NH 1-800-631-6812
New Hampshire-based filmmaker Todd Norwood featured in Nashua Telegraph article.
Check out the article on New Hampshire filmmaker Todd Norwood in today's Nashua Telegraph.
Read the piece here.
Read the piece here.
Casting Notice for NH independent film, The Kingsmen's Redeemer
[Received this notice from NH-based Purple Crayon Productions.]
Purple Crayon Productions, LLC is proud to announce auditions for the epic new film, "The Kingsmen's Redeemer" Co-Directed by Petros Tsanlaredes & Scott R. Caseley. This psychological/supernatural thriller will be shot in January with the RED one digital cinema camera (www.red.com) and a highly skilled professional crew at some grand locations all over New Hampshire and rehearsals will be in December. 40+ ROLES ARE OPEN TO NON-UNION ACTORS/ACTRESSES.
Auditions will be held at the Granite Media Center in Tilton, New Hampshire on Saturday, November 8, 2008 and Sunday, November 9, 2008 from 10am-7pm. For sides, please visit http://www.hangdogsthemovie.com/kingsmen1.html and directions to the Granite Media Center only please visit http://www.gmcnh.com/land.html. For more info on the production or to sign up for auditions please contact Co-Director Scott R. Caseley at staticfilms1@yahoo.com.
PRINCIPAL CAST:
BILL: a mess of a man at 25, carries a large amount of guilt on his shoulders BISHOP BURNES: 70’s, had warm blue eyes at one time that have faded grey with feeble looking hands
DAVID: 5’10 slim but compact, can hold his own in a fight, hidden vulnerability DR. HARRY TAED, 50’s, charismatic with dark almost black eyes
RAVEN: Ambitious, driven and beautiful TV reporter, petite and dark-haired
SAM: Five years old, hidden toughness under exterior of vulnerability
SATAN AS A WOMAN: Blonde, appears topless for her scenes, very evil and seductive at the same time
SUPPORTING:
BULL: Head prison guard, very tough exterior, but very loyal and fair
CHAPLAIN: performs his duties in a prison
CLERK: dutiful and prepared to do the job for the law
CORONER: There to just do his job
DR. MILBOURNE: prison doctor
DRIVER, personal limo driver to key character, drives his limo and takes care of his boss GOVERNOR – big hulking presence “old boys’ club” look
GUARDIAN- 30’s woman, mean, all business, no nonsense type
GUS- Raven’s devoted cameraman
JUDGE- 40’s, authoritative
MATILDA: 60, caring Foster mother of Sam NURSE, NURSE 1, and NURSE 2: Capable of assisting in major surgeries, chosen more out of looking experienced in this life rather than physical appearance PRETTY NURSE: This nurse is all about physical appearance as name suggests
PRIEST: Very official and regal presence
RACHEL: Beautiful, sad, ethereal,
SLEDGE: 6’3, 225 solid muscle, very intimidating presence
Other characters available:
FRANK/LEWIS: (non-speaking characters), friends of Sledge, equally as menacing but a little smaller, with shaved heads and eyebrows
PRIESTS, GUARDS, SECURITY, MEDIA, REPORTERS, CAMERAPEOPLE, PRISONERS, PROTESTERS, ETC.
Purple Crayon Productions, LLC is proud to announce auditions for the epic new film, "The Kingsmen's Redeemer" Co-Directed by Petros Tsanlaredes & Scott R. Caseley. This psychological/supernatural thriller will be shot in January with the RED one digital cinema camera (www.red.com) and a highly skilled professional crew at some grand locations all over New Hampshire and rehearsals will be in December. 40+ ROLES ARE OPEN TO NON-UNION ACTORS/ACTRESSES.
Auditions will be held at the Granite Media Center in Tilton, New Hampshire on Saturday, November 8, 2008 and Sunday, November 9, 2008 from 10am-7pm. For sides, please visit http://www.hangdogsthemovie.com/kingsmen1.html and directions to the Granite Media Center only please visit http://www.gmcnh.com/land.html. For more info on the production or to sign up for auditions please contact Co-Director Scott R. Caseley at staticfilms1@yahoo.com.
PRINCIPAL CAST:
BILL: a mess of a man at 25, carries a large amount of guilt on his shoulders BISHOP BURNES: 70’s, had warm blue eyes at one time that have faded grey with feeble looking hands
DAVID: 5’10 slim but compact, can hold his own in a fight, hidden vulnerability DR. HARRY TAED, 50’s, charismatic with dark almost black eyes
RAVEN: Ambitious, driven and beautiful TV reporter, petite and dark-haired
SAM: Five years old, hidden toughness under exterior of vulnerability
SATAN AS A WOMAN: Blonde, appears topless for her scenes, very evil and seductive at the same time
SUPPORTING:
BULL: Head prison guard, very tough exterior, but very loyal and fair
CHAPLAIN: performs his duties in a prison
CLERK: dutiful and prepared to do the job for the law
CORONER: There to just do his job
DR. MILBOURNE: prison doctor
DRIVER, personal limo driver to key character, drives his limo and takes care of his boss GOVERNOR – big hulking presence “old boys’ club” look
GUARDIAN- 30’s woman, mean, all business, no nonsense type
GUS- Raven’s devoted cameraman
JUDGE- 40’s, authoritative
MATILDA: 60, caring Foster mother of Sam NURSE, NURSE 1, and NURSE 2: Capable of assisting in major surgeries, chosen more out of looking experienced in this life rather than physical appearance PRETTY NURSE: This nurse is all about physical appearance as name suggests
PRIEST: Very official and regal presence
RACHEL: Beautiful, sad, ethereal,
SLEDGE: 6’3, 225 solid muscle, very intimidating presence
Other characters available:
FRANK/LEWIS: (non-speaking characters), friends of Sledge, equally as menacing but a little smaller, with shaved heads and eyebrows
PRIESTS, GUARDS, SECURITY, MEDIA, REPORTERS, CAMERAPEOPLE, PRISONERS, PROTESTERS, ETC.
Sundance Institute Accepting Entries for Documentary Fund
The Sundance Institute Documentary Fund is dedicated to supporting U.S. and international documentary films that focus on current human rights issues, freedom of expression, social justice, civil liberties, and exploring critical issues of our time. Proposals are evaluated on artful storytelling, stylistic innovation, subject relevance, and potential for social engagement. Initial proposals are considered in two categories: Development grants and Production and Post-Production grants. February 9, 2009 is the next deadline for both Development as well as Production/Post-production proposals. U.S. and international filmmakers may submit anytime before the deadline. Please visit the Sundance Institute Web site for complete program information.
2008 NHFF Awards Local Films and Filmmakers on NH Night!
[From the New Hampshire Film Festival...]
On Thursday, October 16, the 8th Annual New Hampshire Film Festival screened films with ties to the Granite State. At a special NH Awards Ceremony at The Music Hall, the 2008 NHFF Best New Hampshire Film and 2008 NHFF Best New Hampshire Documentary Film were proudly presented:
Best New Hampshire Film:
"Sick Sex"
Directed by Justin Nowell
Written by Justin Nowell and Thomas Nowell
Produced by Grant Greenburg
Best New Hampshire Documentary Film:
"Communities and Consequences"
Directed by Jay Childs
Written by Jay Childs and Robert Beal III
Produced by Justin Francese
The Best New Hampshire Film was chosen by the 2008 NH Jury. The Best New Hampshire Documentary Film, a new award this year, was chosen by the 2008 Screening Committee.
NHFF and NH Governor John Lynch Honor Van McLeod, Create Award
With an official Proclamation from Governor John Lynch, NHFF Directors announced the creation of the Van McLeod Achievement Award at yesterday's NH Night Awards Ceremony.
Van McLeod, Commissioner of the Division of Cultural Resources, is a driving force and inspiration to the film community in the State of New Hampshire. He was instrumental in launching the New Hampshire Film & Television Office as it exists today and is a tireless supporter of filmmakers and their cause. Van, who was indeed very surprised by this surprise announcement, was awarded with an Honorary Granny Award and was on hand to witness presentation of the first award in his name.
The Van McLeod Achievement Award is to be awarded each year to a successful filmmaker, whether director, writer, producer or other affiliation, who has ties to the State of New Hampshire and who exemplifies the spirit that Van brings to the local film industry each and every day.
2008 NHFF Van McLeod Achievement Award was presented to Chase Bailey
Chase Bailey, a producer who calls New Hampshire and Paris, France home, was on hand to accept the inaugural award. Chase worked as a financial advisor to John Malcovich's production company Mr. Mudd, and Paris Mudd, the Europe-based partner to Mr. Mudd where he produced "The Libertine" starring John Malcovich and Johnny Depp, and "Art School Confidential." Chase then opened his own production company, Left Bank Films, and recently produced "The Life Before Her Eyes" starring Uma Thurman and directed by Vadim Perelman.
On Thursday, October 16, the 8th Annual New Hampshire Film Festival screened films with ties to the Granite State. At a special NH Awards Ceremony at The Music Hall, the 2008 NHFF Best New Hampshire Film and 2008 NHFF Best New Hampshire Documentary Film were proudly presented:
Best New Hampshire Film:
"Sick Sex"
Directed by Justin Nowell
Written by Justin Nowell and Thomas Nowell
Produced by Grant Greenburg
Best New Hampshire Documentary Film:
"Communities and Consequences"
Directed by Jay Childs
Written by Jay Childs and Robert Beal III
Produced by Justin Francese
The Best New Hampshire Film was chosen by the 2008 NH Jury. The Best New Hampshire Documentary Film, a new award this year, was chosen by the 2008 Screening Committee.
NHFF and NH Governor John Lynch Honor Van McLeod, Create Award
With an official Proclamation from Governor John Lynch, NHFF Directors announced the creation of the Van McLeod Achievement Award at yesterday's NH Night Awards Ceremony.
Van McLeod, Commissioner of the Division of Cultural Resources, is a driving force and inspiration to the film community in the State of New Hampshire. He was instrumental in launching the New Hampshire Film & Television Office as it exists today and is a tireless supporter of filmmakers and their cause. Van, who was indeed very surprised by this surprise announcement, was awarded with an Honorary Granny Award and was on hand to witness presentation of the first award in his name.
The Van McLeod Achievement Award is to be awarded each year to a successful filmmaker, whether director, writer, producer or other affiliation, who has ties to the State of New Hampshire and who exemplifies the spirit that Van brings to the local film industry each and every day.
2008 NHFF Van McLeod Achievement Award was presented to Chase Bailey
Chase Bailey, a producer who calls New Hampshire and Paris, France home, was on hand to accept the inaugural award. Chase worked as a financial advisor to John Malcovich's production company Mr. Mudd, and Paris Mudd, the Europe-based partner to Mr. Mudd where he produced "The Libertine" starring John Malcovich and Johnny Depp, and "Art School Confidential." Chase then opened his own production company, Left Bank Films, and recently produced "The Life Before Her Eyes" starring Uma Thurman and directed by Vadim Perelman.
HAPPY BDAY VAN! ♫ ♥
Van:
Ay sis... felices 20 ♪! Ay vani vos sabes que sos como una hermana para mí, aunque no te guste que te recuerde cuantos años pasaron... lo lamento, pero voy a hacerlo. Nos conocemos desde que yo tenía 11 o sea hace ya 5 años y cuando vos tenías 14 para 15... Ay amiga cuantos momentos en el cole, charlas, fotos... Fuiste como de cierta forma un referente para mi.
Siempre desde que nos conocimos nos consideramos como hermanas y no me arrepiento de eso, tenemos gustos bastantes parecidos y obvio que en otros aspecto probablemente no; pero más allá de eso, aprendí a conocerte y aprendí a aprender (risas)... Estoy feliz de haberlo hecho ya que sino no hubiera pasado, me perdería una gran persona, que es lo que sos.
No me salen las palabras para decir lo feliz que me pone haberte conocido (bue... re cursi era, risas). Re lindos momentos pasamos juntas amiga desde pasar recreos con clau y vicky hasta ir de compras y ver un recital de Emma en el Gran Rex con Celeste Cid y André con Romina Ricci (la desilusión que me llevé); atrás nuestro. En fin en cada uno de aquellos, lo pasé barbaro. Y como fuiste tan buena sis y sos tan buena persona, te deseo un FEIZ CUMPLEAÑOS, mucha Mierd!, ÉXITO en todo y dulce sueños... (risas)
Pasalo barbaro hoy, lamento no haber ido a tu cumple el viernes grrr ya falta poco 1 año y 3 meses, tengamos pasiencia...
Brindo por los GOOD TIMES! Je t`aime...
Tu mini sis.
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