Contact: Timothy T. Egan
617-201-6462 or tegan@moodystreetpictures.com
NH Film Industry Boosted with Creation of “NH Production Coalition”
In late November a new political voice was heard when nearly 100 of New Hampshire’s leading entertainment and communications professionals gathered for the first official meeting of the New Hampshire Production Coalition (NHPC). Hosted by the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass + Green at their offices in Manchester, the Coalition launched itself as a trade organization focused on being legislatively active to create a stronger business climate for those making a living and growing businesses related in the entertainment, media, arts and communications fields.
The goal of the New Hampshire Production Coalition is to support, bolster and grow the film/TV/digital production industry in the state by: advocating for the passage of viable and nationally competitive production tax incentive legislation; partnering with the state’s diverse business community in all aspects of the production process; and promoting the significant contribution the industry makes to the state’s creative economy.
The NHPC was proud to announce the organizations founding members, made up of a cross section of industry leaders and experts. The founding members include: Joyce Cardoza – International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE local195); Paul Durham - Sheehan Phinney Bass + Green; Timothy Egan - National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS/New England); Debra Franchi – HHGProductions; Kathy Longsderff - New England Models Group; Buzz Mclaughlin – Either/Or Films; and former Red River Theatres Director Connie Rosemont. The founding team will confer with Matt Newton, head of the NH Film & TV Office and Van McLeod, Commissioner of the state’s Department of Cultural Resources.
At the inaugural November meeting, SPB+G’s newly renovated conference center was filled to capacity with filmmakers, television and new media producers, union representatives, technical crew members, writers, artists, designers, actors and a wide variety of other creative professionals including a number of lawyers and CPAs. Commenting on the meeting, founding member Tim Egan said, “Everyone was inspired, enthusiastic and motivated. It made for a great initial gathering and should serve to remind us all of the abundant entertainment and media industry talent and resources we have based right here in New Hampshire and the exciting potential for growth the industry has within our borders.”
About The NH Production Coalition
The New Hampshire Production Coalition is cross sections of arts & media business owners, independent creatives, communications professionals, organized labor and entertainment industry suppliers who are unified to support, bolster and grow the film/TV/digital production industry in the state by: advocating for the passage of viable and nationally competitive production tax incentive legislation; partnering with the state’s diverse business community in all aspects of the production process; and promoting the significant contribution the industry makes to the state’s creative economy.
www.NHproductioncoalition.org
Open call for environmental film entries: Whaleback Festival in Portsmouth
Whaleback Environmental Film & Art Festival announces its open call for film submissions for its event, taking place in Portsmouth NH, May 11-13. With the excellent response to last year's inaugural event, the Whaleback Festival returns for its second annual weekend of environmental films.
"We welcome films from new and upcoming filmmakers," invites Dyanna Smith, festival organizer and President of the Red Eft Project, host of the event. Whaleback was designed to encourage people to translate their environmental messages and actions into film. "People are accomplishing great things for sustainability and conservation," says Smith, "and some of the most exciting, thought-provoking films telling these stories are coming from first-time filmmakers."
Films invited for submission can address any environmental subject, and range in length from short to full-length feature. Submissions are now being accepted online at the festival website: www.whaleback.org, and the early bird submission deadline has been extended until February 17. Visit the "submissions" page for more details.
Whaleback is organized by The Red Eft Project, a Portsmouth-based nonprofit fostering conservation and environmental protection through research, education, and opportunities to explore and connect with nature. To find out more about how you can get involved in local conservation, and to see the other Red Eft initiatives going on, visit www.redeft.org.
"We welcome films from new and upcoming filmmakers," invites Dyanna Smith, festival organizer and President of the Red Eft Project, host of the event. Whaleback was designed to encourage people to translate their environmental messages and actions into film. "People are accomplishing great things for sustainability and conservation," says Smith, "and some of the most exciting, thought-provoking films telling these stories are coming from first-time filmmakers."
Films invited for submission can address any environmental subject, and range in length from short to full-length feature. Submissions are now being accepted online at the festival website: www.whaleback.org, and the early bird submission deadline has been extended until February 17. Visit the "submissions" page for more details.
Whaleback is organized by The Red Eft Project, a Portsmouth-based nonprofit fostering conservation and environmental protection through research, education, and opportunities to explore and connect with nature. To find out more about how you can get involved in local conservation, and to see the other Red Eft initiatives going on, visit www.redeft.org.
Afternoon Tea with filmmaker Ayesha Khan on Feb. 11
Granite SoFFA (the New Hampshire Society of Female Film Artists), in cooperation with the Arts Alliance of Northern New Hampshire and the New Hampshire Film & Television Office, invites filmmakers and film buffs to enjoy an Afternoon Tea with female filmmaker Ayesha Khan of Pakistan, Executive Producer of "Made in Pakistan," on Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 2:30 p.m. at the law offices of Gallagher, Callahan & Gartrell P.C. in Concord. The film will later screen at Red River Theatres in Concord at 7 pm.
Visit http://granitesoffa.org or the event page on Facebook for more information or to RSVP.
Visit http://granitesoffa.org or the event page on Facebook for more information or to RSVP.
3 Takeaways From The SAG Awards
It's hard to believe that we are rounding the corner to the final award show of the season. With Golden Globes, DGA Awards, and now SAG Awards officially done, where do we stand? Well, here are three takeaways to ponder until the 84th Annual Academy Awards on February 26th:
1. Here are your official Oscar winners in the Supporting Actor/Actress categories: Christopher Plummer and Octavia Spencer. No one can beat them. It's done and the final Oscar ballots aren't even in.
2. Viola Davis: She proved herself to be a contender tonight, but remember Meryl Streep is a formidable opponent who walked away with the Golden Globe in the same category this year. Many voters feel that Streep is way overdue for another Oscar given the fact that she last won in 1983 for Sophie's Choice and she has a record 17 nominations under her belt. This is a two-woman race for Best Actress at this point.
3. Jean Dujardin: Interesting and unexpected win for him tonight. A two-man race that was being lead by George Clooney and Brad Pitt suddenly became a three-man race for that golden statuette. A good thing to remember is that the Acting Branch at the Academy has the largest membership of any branch. This could sway a race that some thought Clooney had locked up earlier in the awards season.
If you are wondering if The Help now stands a chance to win Best Picture after their ensemble award win at the SAG Awards, think again. The Academy doesn't offer an ensemble category, so the Best Picture race is still The Artist's to lose.
What are your thoughts on last night's show? Comment below and let me know what you think of my awards season assessment.
Photo: Hollywood Life
Photo: Hollywood Life
Photo: LA Times
If you are wondering if The Help now stands a chance to win Best Picture after their ensemble award win at the SAG Awards, think again. The Academy doesn't offer an ensemble category, so the Best Picture race is still The Artist's to lose.
What are your thoughts on last night's show? Comment below and let me know what you think of my awards season assessment.
Calling All SAG Actors!
So, here's my fun project: Tell me how you got your SAG card in the comments section below. I will feature all of the stories at some point this week because it is fun to see what show, commercial, or industrial gave you your official union start and that coveted SAG card. Make sure to include your name and the link to your website. And don't worry, I will be sharing my story too. Stand up and represent, SAG. Let your voice be heard! Ready, set, go!
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