The Vilcek Foundation is excited to present the New American Perspectives program at the 39th Annual Hawai'i International Film Festival (HIFF), November 7–17, 2019. The mission of the program is to highlight the contributions of immigrant filmmakers and content creators in contemporary cinema and multimedia arts in the United States. "Through the New American Perspectives … [Read more...] about The Vilcek Foundation Presents New American Perspectives at the Hawai’i International Film Festival
Filmmaking
Shari Belafonte Film ‘Plastic Daydream’ to Air Nationwide on ShortsTV Network
Entertainment legend Shari Belafonte brings new content to both screen and speaker with today’s announcement of a film deal with the ShortsTV network coinciding with the news of her first new music release in 30 years. Belafonte both stars in and produced filmmaker Kathy Kolla’s new drama “Plastic Daydream,” in addition to singing the end-title song “Time Stand Still,” which … [Read more...] about Shari Belafonte Film ‘Plastic Daydream’ to Air Nationwide on ShortsTV Network
8th Annual Portland Film Festival, Presented by Comcast NBCUniversal, Announces 2019 Program
The 8th Annual Portland Film Festival, presented by Comcast NBCUniversal, runs October 14 - 20, 2019 and will screen more than 100 independent films at the Hi-Lo Hotel in downtown Portland. Portland Film Festival programming includes films, workshops, educational panels, and parties throughout a six-and-a-half-day agenda designed to immerse attendees in … [Read more...] about 8th Annual Portland Film Festival, Presented by Comcast NBCUniversal, Announces 2019 Program
Celebrate World Class Short Films at the 11th Annual San Jose International Short Film Festival, Showcasing Brilliant Independent Films in the Heart of Silicon Valley
As San Jose’s only film festival dedicated to short films, SJSFF showcases brilliant filmmaking in the short form – everything from 2 to 30 minutes – with the exploration of intriguing and innovative films. Audiences are invited to select their ‘Best of the Fest’ with ballots throughout with festival. Award winners presented at the Closing Night on Sunday, October … [Read more...] about Celebrate World Class Short Films at the 11th Annual San Jose International Short Film Festival, Showcasing Brilliant Independent Films in the Heart of Silicon Valley
“The Science Behind Pixar” Opens at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science on Oct. 11
Everybody has a favorite Pixar film, but what it takes to make one is a mystery to most fans. Now the ingenuity behind the magic comes to light in the new exhibition "The Science Behind Pixar," opening at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science on Oct. 11. This immersive experience explores the science, technology, engineering, art and math concepts used at Pixar … [Read more...] about “The Science Behind Pixar” Opens at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science on Oct. 11
CBS Late Night and Comedy Veteran Vinnie Favale Announces Plans For New Independent Production Company, Favale Media
Vinnie Favale, who served as a senior executive with CBS Entertainment for 23 years in late night, talent development and across a variety of special projects, announced today that he is launching his own independent production company, Favale Media. Favale will continue to develop the same manner of projects he successfully developed while at CBS. Beginning with Late … [Read more...] about CBS Late Night and Comedy Veteran Vinnie Favale Announces Plans For New Independent Production Company, Favale Media
Robert Redford’s Sundance Catalog Opens New Retail Store in San Antonio, Texas
Sundance Catalog, a leading American aspirational lifestyle retailer of men's and women's apparel, jewelry, footwear, accessories and home furnishings, announces the opening of its newest retail location in San Antonio, Texas. The store, located at Quarry Village, will host its grand opening weekend celebration beginning on Thursday, September 19, 2019 with a … [Read more...] about Robert Redford’s Sundance Catalog Opens New Retail Store in San Antonio, Texas
Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker and RYOT Co-Founder Bryn Mooser Launches Premium Nonfiction Film and Television Studio, XTR
Bryn Mooser, a two-time Oscar nominee and the co-founder and former CEO of innovative media company RYOT, today announced the launch of XTR, a premium nonfiction film and television studio. Led by an award-winning executive team, the company will develop and produce documentary films and nonfiction series. XTR is developing a slate of series and feature documentaries, with … [Read more...] about Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker and RYOT Co-Founder Bryn Mooser Launches Premium Nonfiction Film and Television Studio, XTR
The ICG to Honor Patty Jenkins With Inaugural Distinguished Filmmaker Award at the 23rd Annual Emerging Cinematographer Awards
The International Cinematographers Guild (ICG, IATSE Local 600) will honor writer/director Patty Jenkins, best known for Wonder Woman, Monster and The Killing, with the inaugural Distinguished Filmmaker Award presented by Panavision, at the 2019 Emerging Cinematographer Awards (ECA) on Sunday, October 6, 2019 at 5:00 … [Read more...] about The ICG to Honor Patty Jenkins With Inaugural Distinguished Filmmaker Award at the 23rd Annual Emerging Cinematographer Awards
‘QT8: The First Eight,’ Exploring the Career of Quentin Tarantino, is Coming to Movie Theaters Nationwide for One Night on October 21
Fathom Events is bringing a new documentary film chronicling the thrilling journey of Quentin Tarantino's first eight movies to theaters nationwide for just one night on October 21. "QT8: The First Eight," directed by Tara Wood ("21 Years: Richard Linklater"), gives its audience an inside look at the legendary filmmaker's body of work through interviews … [Read more...] about ‘QT8: The First Eight,’ Exploring the Career of Quentin Tarantino, is Coming to Movie Theaters Nationwide for One Night on October 21