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May 6, 2010

The Year Dolly Parton was my Mother – Feature Film

TITLE: “The Year Dolly Parton was my Mom” – Feature Film

DIRECTOR: to be confirmed

CAST: Macha Grenon, Julia Stone

FILMING DATES: May 9, 2010 – May 27, 2010

SYNOPSIS: It’s 1976 and Elizabeth is just your average suburban 11-year-old praying for adolescence to arrive, when she discovers her whole life has been a lie. With only her imagination to guide her, Elizabeth runs away in search of her true identity. Her adoptive mother, Marion is then forced to break out of the carefully constructed “truth” she’s been clinging to, and go after her daughter. This leads to a cathartic cross-country trek by a mother searching for a daughter who’s searching for a mother – both of them really searching for themselves.

The Year Dolly Parton Was My Mom is a poignant, sometimes funny, very female coming of age story that explores the tension between creating identity and finding it within…

The Fallout – Feature Film

TITLE: “THE FALLOUT” – Feature Film

DIRECTOR: Xavier Gens

CAST: Michael Biehn, Melissa George, Rosanna Arquette

FILMING DATES: May 4, 2010 – June 11, 2010

GENRE: Thriller

SYNOPSIS: coming soon

Todd and the Book of Pure Evil – TV Series

TITLE: “TODD AND THE BOOK OF PURE EVIL” – TV Series for Space Channel

DIRECTOR: Craig David Wallace, James Dunnison

CAST: Alex House, Maggie Castle, Bill Turnbull, Melanie Leishman, Chris Leavins, Jason Mewes, and many more…

FILMING DATES: March 1st – May 11th (13 episodes)

GENRE: Comedy/Horror

SYNOPSIS: Todd, a not so popular high school student, also a heavy metal enthusiast, finds the mysterious “Book of Pure Evil”.  He soon discovers that the book has the ability to grant the finder’s desire but not before unleashing an evil spell on everyone that crosses its path.  The possessed book soon escapes Todd before he could destroy it.  The series follows all the goofy and somewhat gory adventures of Todd and his gang in their search to stop the book from getting into the “wrong hands”.

Faces in the Crowd – Feature Film

TITLE: “FACES IN THE CROWD” – Feature Film

DIRECTOR: Julien Magnat

CAST: Milla Jovovich, Julian McMahon, and many more

FILMING DATES: May 8th – June 14th 2010

GENRE: Thriller

SYNOPSIS: A horror-thriller centered on a woman living with “face-blindness” after surviving a serial killer’s attack. As she lives with her condition, one in which facial features change each time she loses sight of them, the killer closes in.

April 30, 2010

Beyond Borders Media Awards – Nomination Deadline September 15th, 2010

The Beyond Borders Media Awards honours journalists who cover stories about the sexual exploitation of children.

Work of all nominees must meet the following criteria:

Increased awareness – The submission provides the audience with accurate information that highlights the dynamics and realities of sexual exploitation. It may provide new insights or uncover underlying causes of the issue. The coverage may lead to further journalistic investigation of the story or support legislative or policy changes to better address the issue.

Quality of work – The submission is well researched and balanced in its approach. It is well written and in the case of broadcast, has high production values. It may use innovative or dramatic techniques that reinforce the message included in the coverage.

Respectful – The submission uses respectful language that does not denigrate or cast blame upon those victimized through sexual exploitation.

Submissions must meet the ethical guidelines for reporting on children set out by UNICEF. Submissions must represent the issue in a clear and balanced manner that does not sensationalize the abuse of children in any way.

Additional student award criteria:

  • Student must be enrolled in a recognized Canadian journalism/film studies or related program at the time of submission.
  • Written submissions no longer than 1,500 words.
  • Electronic submissions no longer than 30 minutes.
  • The submission may or may not have been published or broadcast.
  • Student must agree to Beyond Borders featuring winning entry on its website.

Find the official guidelines and more information about Beyond Borders and the media awards at www.beyondborders.org.

February 18, 2010

Gimli Film Festival seeks Operations Manager

The Gimli Film Festival is looking for someone to fill the position of Operations Manager for the 2010 summer film festival. The Operations Manager must have strong event management skills, excellent organizational skills and an ability to manage volunteers and staff effectively. The position demands exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to deal professionally and respectively with invited guests, participants and the audience members. In addition, a good grasp of film industry knowledge in Manitoba and Canada is essential.

Reporting to the Executive Director, and working in collaboration with the GFF team, the Operations Manager is responsible for the following:

- successful execution of all program and industry events at the festival
- supervision of the Operations Coordinator and operations staff

The major areas of responsibility include:

VENUES
Ensure successful operation of all venues.
Allocate and reserve location and equipment for all events.
Ensure all required technical equipment is obtained and confirmed with technical coordinator.
Manage Print Traffic; securing films, transport, ensure compliance with Manitoba Film Classification Board.

ADMINISTRATIVE
Establish Delegate/guest filmmaker, registration and recognition or accreditation (individual passes) including media passes.
Administer system of registration and application process, where applicable, of events.
Administrative duties as required leading up to festival (mail-outs, guest itineraries, etc).
Facilitate ticketing process. Website enabled and box office administration.
Create and execute participants’ exit surveys and audience survey.

VOLUNTEERS
Supervise Volunteer Coordinator
Recruit, train and schedule volunteers for the specific events, matching volunteer skills with requirements.

HOSPITALITY AND GUESTS

Communicate with Hospitality Committee, ensure that invited guests and VIPs are taken care of and treated with high regard.

Work with the committee on hospitality events that include industry participants.

PROMOTION AND MEDIA
Assist the Marketing Coordinator to compile promotional and publicity material for the events and films for the festival program and media.
Distribution of promotional material as related to the program events.
Maintain updates and information on the website.
Assist in coordinating of media events with Marketing Coordinator.

PROGRAM CONTENT/SCHEDULE
Contribute to film selection, view film submissions and recommend films to ED and Programming Committee.
Facilitate the educational and professional development event program and film program. (Development Program consists of, but not limited to, panel
discussions, interviews, master classes and Q & A sessions.)
Assist the ED in the selection of guest filmmakers or actors to a corresponding event.
Assist in Jury selection and process for film competitions.
Organize the screening schedule in consultation with the ED.
Confirm screening rights for each film with TIFF, distributors or filmmakers.

WRAP UP
Return all venues back to initial state.
Collect and analyze exit and audience surveys.
Thank you letters and follow up to all participants and volunteers.

Duration: April 12  to August 6, 2010
Wage: $ 14.00 per hour   36.5 hours per week
Application Deadline: March 30, 2010

The Gimli Film Festival (GFF) showcases films from Manitoba, Canada and the world. The objective of the festival is to strengthen, support and showcase films and filmmaking. The job position will support the Executive Director in the successful execution of a five-day film festival in Gimli, Manitoba. The candidate will gain valuable experience in event management and in the industry of film.

The position will be measured by the successful and efficient operation of the five-day festival. The position will be responsible for the fulfilling their duties as described in the job description and as directed by the
Executive Director.

December 10, 2009

Shadow Island

“SHADOW ISLAND” Two-part TV Movie

GENRE: Murder/Mystery
Director: Gary Yates
Cast:: to be confirmed
Shooting Dates: December 7th – 17th, 2009
Plot: to be confirmed
***Hiring extras from Falcon Lake Manitoba and surrounding areas only.

For information contact:
Kari Casting
PO Box 68043
RPO Osborne Village, Winnipeg MB R3L 2V9 CANADA
24-hour Hotline: 204.287.8839

May 12, 2009

Lisa Meeches appointed to the Advisory Council on Workforce Development

PROVINCE ANNOUNCES NEW ADVISORY COUNCIL ON WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

To support and enhance a partnership between industry, labour and government in developing provincial workforce policies, Competitiveness, Training and Trade Minister Andrew Swan today announced the appointment

of members to the new Advisory Council on Workforce Development. (more…)