http://if.com.au/ Inside Film - Australia en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss info@if.com.au (The Editor) http://if.com.au////article/Geoffrey-Rush-to-speak-at-Tropfest-Roughcut/IFISNOTMWZ.html http://if.com.au////article/Geoffrey-Rush-to-speak-at-Tropfest-Roughcut/IFISNOTMWZ.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Tropfest John Polson, Founder and Director of Tropfest, has today announced recently named Australian of the Year, Geoffrey Rush, will be one of the stars judging the 20th birthday competition as well as join the line-up at Tropfest’s inaugural filmmaker symposium, Tropfest Roughcut, on Saturday 18 February 2012. The all-day event is staged in collaboration with Screen NSW, the NSW Government’s screen development and funding agency, a day before Tropfest’s huge 20th Birthday on Sunday 19 February. Rush joins keynote speaker and celebrated international screenwriter and producer of the 2011 box office hit Love and Other Drugs - Charles Randolph direct from New York. High-profile Australian film editor Jason Ballantine; Kieran Darcy-Smith... Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:43:39 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Meredith-Garlick-appointed-Screen-Queensland-acting-CEO/RVAGAEMVWV.html http://if.com.au////article/Meredith-Garlick-appointed-Screen-Queensland-acting-CEO/RVAGAEMVWV.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Screen Queensland The Board of Screen Queensland has appointed Meredith Garlick as Acting Chief Executive Officer following the announcement of the departure of current CEO, Maureen Barron. The appointment is effective from Friday 17 February 2012 and until the new CEO takes up the role. Screen Queensland’s Board is conducting a search for a new Chief Executive Officer and the position will be advertised shortly. Screen Queensland has appointed Greg Reeves as Financial and Corporate Services Controller, replacing Michael Cullinan who resigned recently to return to the private sector. Greg Reeves is currently Acting Director, Arts Business and Finance in the Queensland Department of the Premier and Cabinet and takes up his new role on Monday 12 March 2012.... Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:59:50 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/FremantleMedia-Enterprises-appoints-Vice-President-of-Business-Development-Asia/ICBMUHOAIM.html http://if.com.au////article/FremantleMedia-Enterprises-appoints-Vice-President-of-Business-Development-Asia/ICBMUHOAIM.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from FremantleMedia FremantleMedia Enterprises (FME) today announced the appointment of Gautam Talwar to the newly created role of Vice President Business Development - Asia. Based in Singapore and reporting to FME Asia Pacific CEO Jon Penn, Gautam will be responsible for establishing FME's regional business development office. He will work with the existing FME team to architect and execute a plan to expand FME's licensing, distribution, home entertainment and live event businesses in Asia. FME Asia Pacific CEO Jon Penn said: "We are thrilled to announce the addition of Gautam's expertise to the thriving FME team in Asia at a pivotal time of growth for the business. We look forward to his valuable contribution as a thought leader and project manager... Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:51:42 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/WOW-Film-Festival-returns/ODEQEEBUWE.html http://if.com.au////article/WOW-Film-Festival-returns/ODEQEEBUWE.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from WOW 18th World of Women: WOW Film Festival “ Seeing the world through the eyes of women”. Celebrate International Women’s Day on the Awards Night March 8th 2012. WOW Film Festival will screen exciting, diverse showcase of contemporary short films by women filmmakers at the Dendy Opera Quays, NSW Parliament House Theatre and other venues with screenings, filmmaker Q&A’s, parties and awards. Screening 39 films featuring 18 World premieres, 8 Australian premieres and 3 Sydney premieres. World of Women: WOW Film Festival 2012 will launch at City of Sydney Library, Customs House on Tuesday 6 March from 12.30 to 1.30pm. Opening Night will commence at Dendy Opera Quays with drinks 6.00pm followed by the screening of an imaginative selection... Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:40:56 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/The-Playroom-launches-new-transmedia-services-division/EVQDNHRQZJ.html http://if.com.au////article/The-Playroom-launches-new-transmedia-services-division/EVQDNHRQZJ.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Well Above The Playroom today announced that it has launched its new Transmedia Services Division and hired two new digital specialists in the process. The new Transmedia Services division is headed up by The Playroom Digital Media Director Cora Spear who said, “The Playroom Transmedia Services Division is our digital experience engine room and offers a number of services. We are predominantly working with clients to extend their content IP across digital platforms and also developing and extending brands into new platforms and experiences.” As a result of the Transmedia Services Division launch The Playroom has hired Mitch Harris (previously with EA Games) as Digital Creative Director and Magnus Morris (previously with Cummins Nitro) as Lead... Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:44:16 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Visual-Effects-Society-announces-VES-Award-winners/QHUDQTLIDH.html http://if.com.au////article/Visual-Effects-Society-announces-VES-Award-winners/QHUDQTLIDH.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from VES The Visual Effects Society (VES) announced the winners of its 10th Annual VES Awards tonight at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California. The annual event recognizes outstanding visual effects artistry in 23 categories of film, animation, television, commercials, special venues and video games. More than a thousand attendees -- filmmakers, producers, directors and members of the visual effects community-- gathered to recognize the year’s best work and the artists who created it. Rango was the evening’s most honored project with four awards, including Outstanding Visual Effects in an Animated Feature Motion Picture, Outstanding Animated Character in an Animated Feature Motion Picture, Outstanding Created Environment in an Animated... Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:54:41 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Indie-horror-feature-film-Turbines-after-financial-support/TAPLTEEXVR.html http://if.com.au////article/Indie-horror-feature-film-Turbines-after-financial-support/TAPLTEEXVR.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release A new feature film is taking shape in Canberra. One which combines the real world issues of immigration, green & alternative energy sources, a true-­to-life medical condition known as ‘wind turbine syndrome’, and grisly, horrific murder(!). With a talented, international cast and crew, this production promises to scare you, make you think, and engage – quite a feat for an indy horror film. The production team is headed by Producers Yolandi Franken & Producer/Co-­Director IgorŒ Breakenback, who hail from South Africa and Austria respectively, but live full time in Australia.Œ Both bring a wealth ofŒ background and experience to the project as they have had extensive careers and done everything from writing, producing,... Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:01:31 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/ACTT-announces-35K-winner-of-inaugural-Firass-Dirani-Scholarship/EEIEBCVHSC.html http://if.com.au////article/ACTT-announces-35K-winner-of-inaugural-Firass-Dirani-Scholarship/EEIEBCVHSC.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Tsuki The Actors College of Theatre and Television (ACTT) is pleased to announce the winner of the Firass Dirani ACTT Scholarship is 26-year-old Taddeh Vartanians. The full scholarship, worth over $35,000 will enable Taddeh to study for up to three years full-time in the Advanced Diploma of Arts in Stage & Screen Acting, known as the ‘Professional Actor Program’ at ACTT. Sydney born, with an Armenian background, Taddeh will now join ACTT and learn the craft of professional acting, a step towards making his dream of a career in film and television a reality. Taddeh was thrilled to win the ACTT scholarship. “Winning the scholarship is a dream come true and I truly believe this is my time. I’ve studied acting before but I wasn’t... Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:49:18 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/The-Wilding-nominated-for-Teddy-Award-at-Berlin-Film-Festival/XYGOPJEZFV.html http://if.com.au////article/The-Wilding-nominated-for-Teddy-Award-at-Berlin-Film-Festival/XYGOPJEZFV.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Happening Films Short film, 'The Wilding', nominated for a prestigious Teddy Award at the 62nd Berlin International Film Festival. Written and directed by Grant Scicluna and produced by Jannine Barnes, 'The Wilding' tells the story of Malcolm, a juvenile inmate who is offered a chance at parole. Torn between his chance for freedom and protecting the one he loves, he makes a devastating decision with dramatic results. 'The Wilding' has been nominated for the world's most prestigious Queer film prize, the Teddy Award, which recognises the best feature, short and documentary films with LGBT topics. The films competing for this year's awards are drawn from all sections of the festival. 'The Wilding' will be making its world... Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:27:06 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Zspace-signs-Samantha-Hall-as-Executive-Producer/KQZCRYOPMF.html http://if.com.au////article/Zspace-signs-Samantha-Hall-as-Executive-Producer/KQZCRYOPMF.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Zspace Zspace is delighted to announce the signing of Samantha Hall as Executive Producer. Samantha has a long history with Zspace having worked with us as a Senior Producer for four years. She has since worked as Senior Producer at BDA, Integration and Production Manager Promotions at Nine Network Australia, and most recently as Executive Producer at Tactic. "We are ecstatic to have the wonderful Sam back with us at Zspace. She was a much loved employee, went on to be a valued client (with Nine), and has now returned with six years of further experience under her belt. "As Zspace continues to grow, we are looking forward to handing Sam some diverse projects that will suit her many skills. Sam has a great way with people, she's a team... Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:46:22 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Flickerfest-hits-Brisbane/TYWIIAJUOL.html http://if.com.au////article/Flickerfest-hits-Brisbane/TYWIIAJUOL.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Flickerfest Flickerfest, Australia’s leading short film festival, will now bring the best of Australian and International short films to the Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Art in Brisbane from Thurs 9th- Sat 11th Feb, this weekend on its 37 venue national tour. Flickerfest is thrilled to include in our Opening Night, on Thursday 9th Feb, the Best of Australian programme in Brisbane, ‘Gus’ wr/dir Andrew Martin, an animated short film made in Queensland, about not giving up on people, especially those you care most about.... A ‘cave’ boy with disruptive flatulence and his father live a cold life in the Alps until the boy is sent outside and changes life forever. ‘Gus’ was made through Andrew’s company Honeydew... Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:15:33 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Tropfest-launch-free-iPhone-app/HOQUVLOIQX.html http://if.com.au////article/Tropfest-launch-free-iPhone-app/HOQUVLOIQX.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Tropfest Movie Extra Tropfest Australia is upping the digital ante for their 20th Birthday celebrations with the launch of their FREE interactive iPhone application from today. iPhone users can now watch a great range of Tropfest Finalist films from over the years, as well as an exclusive selection of shortlisted films from last year’s competition. With the world’s largest short film festival’s big night just around the corner – Sunday 19 February, Tropfest fans can also check out maps and event information for all nine Tropfest event sites across Australia and New Zealand. Developed by digital agency, Captiv8, Trop fans with iPhones are guided through an interactive experience of short films, director bio’s and film information. The... Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:13:40 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Company-3-uses-DaVinci-Resolve-for-3D-and-color-grading-on-Underworld-Awakening/NUCZOHJFVZ.html http://if.com.au////article/Company-3-uses-DaVinci-Resolve-for-3D-and-color-grading-on-Underworld-Awakening/NUCZOHJFVZ.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from New Magic Australia Blackmagic Design today announced that Company 3® used DaVinci Resolve with Resolve Control Surface for color grading the 2D, 3D and IMAX 3D versions of Screen Gems and Lakeshore Entertainment’s, in association with Sketch Films, "Underworld: Awakening". The film, directed by Mårlind and Stein, shot by Scott Kevan, based on characters created by Kevin Grevioux, Len Wiseman and Danny McBride, and with story by Len Wiseman, John Hlavin and screenplay by Len Wiseman, John Hlavin, J. Michael Stracynski and Alison Burnett, is the latest in the hugely popular and visually stunning vampire themed "Underworld" series. Senior Colorist Siggy Ferstl at Company 3's Santa Monica facility worked with the filmmakers... Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:41:22 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/FOX-FOOTY-Channel-to-call-Global-Studios-Melbourne-home/XIMCFQDCPI.html http://if.com.au////article/FOX-FOOTY-Channel-to-call-Global-Studios-Melbourne-home/XIMCFQDCPI.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Fox Sports FOX SPORTS’ new 24-hour AFL Channel, FOX FOOTY, will call Global Television Studios in Melbourne home, the companies announced today. Global is constructing purpose-built production offices and High Definition television studios for FOX SPORTS within its Southbank, Melbourne, complex. Concurrently, FOX SPORTS has re-engaged Global to facilitate its High Definition digital AFL coverage for a further five years (2012-2016). Global Television has provided broadcast technical services for FOXTEL and FOX SPORTS’ AFL telecasts since 2001. Programs originating from FOX FOOTY’s dedicated studios will include panel-style shows, sports entertainment and news presentations. The FOX FOOTY studios will have eight permanent HD cameras, with... Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:44:52 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Val-Morgan-Makes-Wyse-Move/FIEFNMJDIG.html http://if.com.au////article/Val-Morgan-Makes-Wyse-Move/FIEFNMJDIG.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Val Morgan Cinema Network CEO Damian Keogh has continued his staff restructure program at Val Morgan by promoting current Group Sales Manager, Tristan Wyse to the position of Sydney Sales Director. Commenting on the appointment, Keogh praised the market feedback on Wyse. Tristan has been a real champion of cinema sales in the market and is well known to the key decision makers in the Sydney market. He is ready to step up and will relish the added management responsibility and help drive growth for Val Morgan in the Sydney market. Wyse recognises the potential for cinema advertising in the Sydney market. There has been significant change at Val Morgan over the past six months and a strong focus on increasing market coverage. Together with an exciting... Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:32:20 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Movie-Extra-Tropfest-announces-15-finalists/OHGDZZARCC.html http://if.com.au////article/Movie-Extra-Tropfest-announces-15-finalists/OHGDZZARCC.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Cardinal Spin Movie Extra Tropfest Australia today announces the 15 lucky filmmakers who will light up screens across the nation for Tropfest’s 20th competition. Finalists include second generation filmmaker Matilda Brown, Damian McLindon, director of the self-help documentary The Secret, and Tropfest’s youngest ever finalist, 16 year old star of the Foxtel hit series ‘Tangled’, Eva Lazzaro. For the second year, Tropfest fans have the opportunity to choose the 16th Finalist that will premiere at the festival on Sunday 19 February. Ten films, including work by comedian Peter Helliar, Looking for Alibrandi’s Kick Gurry and The Jesters’ Ben Geurens, will be shown on Tropfest’s YouTube channel from Monday 6 February. Visit... Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:29:37 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Essential-Medias-The-Grammar-of-Happiness-wins-FIPA-Award/XNLWCVBBSD.html http://if.com.au////article/Essential-Medias-The-Grammar-of-Happiness-wins-FIPA-Award/XNLWCVBBSD.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Essential Media Sydney-based production company Essential Media and Entertainment is pleased to announce that recently completed documentary The Grammar of Happiness has won the Young Europeans Jury Prize at FIPA (International Festival of Audiovisual Programs), held in Biarritz from January 23rd –29th 2012. The award, created to raise awareness of our political, economic, or social environments, encourages young European citizens to take a personal stance on current affairs. The Grammar of Happiness explores whether one man's journey into the heart of the Amazon can redefine our understanding of human language. The 52' documentary was produced, co-directed and co-written by Essential Media's Michael O'Neill and executive produced by Chris... Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:25:55 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Producer-Michael-Robertson-selected-for-ACE-international-training-program/ARERSICQWU.html http://if.com.au////article/Producer-Michael-Robertson-selected-for-ACE-international-training-program/ARERSICQWU.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Screen Australia Producer Michael Robertson of Prodigy Movies has been selected to participate in the fourth edition of the Ateliers du Cinéma Européen (ACE) Mundus Programme. He will participate in an eight-day residential workshop for independent film producers, designed to encourage co-productions between Europe and the rest of the world and to build an international network of producers. During the workshop Michael will focus on his feature project The Detective, to be directed by Peter Andrikidis. ACE Mundus takes place from 25 March to 1 April 2012 in both Paris and Bucharest. By participating, Michael automatically joins the existing ACE Network of more than 160 producers from 38 countries. Screen Australia, in partnership with ACE,... Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:29:35 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Blackmagic-Design-Releases-Support-For-Final-Cut-Pro-X-Broadcast-Monitoring/FQPWUZCHIW.html http://if.com.au////article/Blackmagic-Design-Releases-Support-For-Final-Cut-Pro-X-Broadcast-Monitoring/FQPWUZCHIW.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Blackmagic Design Blackmagic Design today released Desktop Video 9.2 beta 1, a software update for its capture and playback products that adds broadcast monitoring support with the new Final Cut Pro X 10.0.3 update. Desktop Video 9.2 beta 1 for Mac OS X is available for download now and is free of charge for all Blackmagic Design customers. This update includes support for all current DeckLink, Multibridge, Intensity and UltraStudio models. Broadcast monitoring in Final Cut Pro 10.0.3 allows video output to external monitors and other equipment using the SDI, HDMI or analog video outputs from Blackmagic Design video hardware. Desktop Video 9.2 beta 1 includes a new control panel for selecting the video output format from Final Cut Pro X for output to... Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:27:46 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Sex-Lies-and-Sequins-at-Brisbane-Queer-Film-Festival-2012/OVZCTCVZJP.html http://if.com.au////article/Sex-Lies-and-Sequins-at-Brisbane-Queer-Film-Festival-2012/OVZCTCVZJP.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Brisbane Queer Film Festival French porn stars, Swedish politicians, American rock stars and Israeli pranksters are all on the big screen at Brisbane Queer Film Festival 2012, where multi-award winning international and local films explore queer life around the world. The festival is on at Brisbane Powerhouse from 13 – 22 April 2012. According to Festival Director Sarah Neal Brisbane Queer Film Festival will offer Brisbane audiences a chance to be entertained, inspired and challenged and see some of the newest award-winning films from around the world. “This year’s films cover everything from Iran’s death penalty for homosexuals, to the LA Ball scene and the realities of life in the sex industry,” said Neal. “There... Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:32:28 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Buenos-Aires-to-Australia---Trop-Jr-Spills-Across-the-Sea/ANYWRYLNQK.html http://if.com.au////article/Buenos-Aires-to-Australia---Trop-Jr-Spills-Across-the-Sea/ANYWRYLNQK.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Cardinal Spin Trop Jr has announced its first ever international finalist - Marcos Krivocapich, a 15 year old filmmaker from Argentina. Krivocapich’s film – shot on the streets of Buenos Aires will be screened to thousands of Trop Jr fans live in Australia on Sunday 19 February 2012. Krivocapich is competing alongside twelve other talented filmmakers shortlisted for the world’s largest short film festival - for kids, by kids. The top youngsters come from all over Australia, proving that location isn’t an obstacle to making a winning film and having your voice heard. The main Tropfest competition has exploded internationally over the past year, with the first ever Tropfest Arabia competition taking place in November 2011 and Tropfest... Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:23:11 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Flickerfest-heads-to-Avoca-and-Adelaide/BMFVVGKZNQ.html http://if.com.au////article/Flickerfest-heads-to-Avoca-and-Adelaide/BMFVVGKZNQ.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Flickerfest After a highly successful 10 day festival in Sydney in January, Flickerfest, Australia’s leading short film festival, will now bring the best of Australian and International short films to Avoca from Fri 3rd- Sat 4th, hosted by Avoca Beach Picture Theatre and Adelaide Fri 3rd- Sat 4th, hosted by Mercury CinemaŒ this weekend on its 37 venue national tour. We will be also screen our much loved FlickerKids programme at Leichhardt Council’s ‘Pics in the Park’ screening in Pioneers Memorial Park - Norton St Leichhardt on Fri 3rd. Flickerfest is thrilled to include in our 2012 tour across Australia ‘Raju’ a heartfelt drama from Germany which had its Australian premiere at Flickerfest in Official International Competition... Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:20:58 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Digital-Pulse-wins-global-accolades-at-12th-Arab-Games/EGFOOLDOFZ.html http://if.com.au////article/Digital-Pulse-wins-global-accolades-at-12th-Arab-Games/EGFOOLDOFZ.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Digital Pulse Australian digital design and production specialists Digital Pulse has received global accolades for its contribution to the opening ceremony of the 12th Arab Games in Doha in December. Digital Pulse produced the spectacular content to complement the emotionally charged visual narrative created by David Atkins Enterprises. Journey to Light was a visual experience featuring performers and animation that was projected over the largest ever stadium projection surface. It celebrated Arabic culture by delivering a message of unification, peace and freedom for the 21 participating Arab nations on the region’s sporting night of nights. “We are so proud to have been involved in creating the visual experience for this event, which is the pinnacle... Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:54:04 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Educators-adopt-Sony-F3-camera/VIUZSHJNQH.html http://if.com.au////article/Educators-adopt-Sony-F3-camera/VIUZSHJNQH.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Sony The Sony PMW-F3 Super 35mm digital cinematography camcorder has struck a chord with Australian educators looking to equip their students with industry standard systems to meet current and future requirements. Sony’s first professional handheld digital production camera with a Super 35mm imager was the right acquisition tool at the right time for three of the country’s leading tertiary institutions. Faced with students trending to DLSRs, tutors were looking for a large sensor camera that could deliver the desired shallow depth of field ‘look’ without breaking their budgets. F3 kit delivers DOF for Griffith Uni “Students were chasing a 35mm aesthetic but DLSRs don’t provide enough functionality or sound recording... Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:48:00 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Second-annual-ASTRA-Graduate-Program-commences/BQESVCYGNC.html http://if.com.au////article/Second-annual-ASTRA-Graduate-Program-commences/BQESVCYGNC.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from ASTRA Continuing its commitment to foster creativity and nurture talent, ASTRA, the subscription TV (STV) industry’s peak body, has announced the student placements for the 2012 ASTRA Graduate Program. Through an industry partnership with Australian Film, Television & Radio School (AFTRS), nine Foundation Diploma graduates have been awarded short term work contracts with some of the leading names in STV. Starting in February 2012, each graduate will work for three months with one of the following STV channels/platforms: Premiere Media Group (FOX SPORTS), FOXTEL, BBC Worldwide Australia, TVSN/Expo Channel, World Movies & STVDIO, ESPN and Disney Channel. Work contracts have been awarded in different areas of STV including marketing, promotion, programming,... Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:44:06 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Revenge-Part-1-A-Fathers-Love-goes-into-production/WRFGINDWDG.html http://if.com.au////article/Revenge-Part-1-A-Fathers-Love-goes-into-production/WRFGINDWDG.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release Revenge Part 1: A Fathers Love is a film about love, loss and revenge and asks the questions. How far would you go for your child? What limits would you push to seek revenge? Would you stalk? Would you kidnap? Would you kill? Writer and Producer, Rachel Morris, said the film tells the story of Brad, a man who’s life revolves around work, friends and weekends with his son but when his son is killed in a car accident his life is turned upside down. “Brad enters the film as a loving, stable, reliable man but is replaced with someone to fear when he vows to have revenge on the woman he blames for his sons death,” she said. Ms Morris said the film has had it’s ups and downs along the way and it is hoped the film will be finished in time to... Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:19:35 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/The-Walt-Disney-Company-appoints-Amber-Knight-as-sales-director-of-Disney-Media/XPRFZGFTFN.html http://if.com.au////article/The-Walt-Disney-Company-appoints-Amber-Knight-as-sales-director-of-Disney-Media/XPRFZGFTFN.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from The Walt Disney Company The Walt Disney Company Australia and New Zealand today announced that Ms. Amber Knight has been appointed sales director, Disney Media Distribution, responsible for strategically developing and managing Disney’s program distribution business for free to air, basic, and subscription TV businesses in Australia and New Zealand, ensuring Disney is positioned as the leading provider of branded entertainment. Disney Media Distribution (DMD) distributes The Walt Disney Company’s programs and channels to television, broadband and mobile platforms. Globally, the division distributes more than 30,000 hours of programming to over 1,300 platform partners across 240 territories worldwide. The program portfolio includes quality feature films,... Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:01:46 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Entries-open-for-2012-SA-Screen-Awards/ACWOLJRXIF.html http://if.com.au////article/Entries-open-for-2012-SA-Screen-Awards/ACWOLJRXIF.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from MB Publicity The Media Resource Centre (MRC) is calling for entries for South Australia’s premier screen awards – the 2012 South Australian Screen Awards (SASAs). Established in 1999, the SASAs exhibit, celebrate, support and promote South Australian talent through the presentation of 20 awards encompassing short film, feature film and emerging local talent. In the lead-up to the Gala Awards Night on Friday 20 April 2012 there are several ‘Best Of’ Screenings for nominated films and winning films are later toured throughout regional South Australia. Over the last decade the event has grown consistently alongside the local film industry. To reflect the growing amount of features being made in South Australia with South Australian... Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:08:48 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Adelaides-POP-Pictures-nears-completion-of-feature-documentary-Sons--Mothers/BZQDBXJMSU.html http://if.com.au////article/Adelaides-POP-Pictures-nears-completion-of-feature-documentary-Sons--Mothers/BZQDBXJMSU.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from TM Publicity Production of Sons & Mothers, a feature documentary being produced by Adelaide’s POP Pictures, will reach a high point in Adelaide this month with the world premiere of the play Sons & Mothers, by the No Strings Attached theatre company at the Adelaide Fringe Festival and an accompanying photographic exhibition. For the past 12 months, film director Christopher Houghton from POP Pictures has been filming the creative process behind the development of the play Sons & Mothers by No Strings Attached, a company of disabled artists and performers. The play is a theatrical love letter to the most important woman in the lives of the performers – their mother. The group is led by Alirio Zavarce, a Vezeluan-born actor and theatre director. The... Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:04:19 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Deadline-extended-for-Angry-Film-Festival/JZBZELXJDY.html http://if.com.au////article/Deadline-extended-for-Angry-Film-Festival/JZBZELXJDY.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Angry Film Festival The Angry Film Festival deadline has been extended to the 2nd Feb. Films must be in by this date. Download an entry form at www.angryproductions.org. Films do not need to be Angry. The festival is so named after the festival director's first attempt at his own short film THE ANGRY PENGUIN. The only criteria is that films be under fifteen minutes. The festival will run over three nights in Feb 2012. 8.30pm, 28th February - Screening of Dace Decklan: Private Eye (The Feature) (A co-production between NPG Productions and NPG Productions) 8.30pm, 29th February - The Best Short Films from around the World 8.30pm, 1st March - The Best Australian Short Films The venue this year will be Revolt Productions: 12 Elizabeth... Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:41:16 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Australians-in-Film-Heath-Ledger-Scholarship-2012-applications-open/EVTYKQIVNF.html http://if.com.au////article/Australians-in-Film-Heath-Ledger-Scholarship-2012-applications-open/EVTYKQIVNF.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Susie Dobson Australians in Film (AiF), today announced that applications are now open for the prestigious fourth annual AiF HEATH LEDGER SCHOLARSHIP (HLS). Renowned Hollywood director Catherine Hardwicke (Twilight, Lords of Dogtown and Thirteen) has joined the 2012 judging panel, and a 10-day trip around California has been added to the winner’s prize package. The Scholarship is open to any emerging Australian actor who wants to further their career and training in the US. Applications are open now and will be available until March 15th, 2012 at www.australiansinfilm.org.The winning recipient will be announced at the AiF’s annual Breakthrough Awards in Los Angeles later this year. The recipient of the primary scholarship will receive USD$10,000... Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:01:24 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Pop-Art-film-LBF-to-be-released-online-by-FilmBuff/OBKKNXIPIA.html http://if.com.au////article/Pop-Art-film-LBF-to-be-released-online-by-FilmBuff/OBKKNXIPIA.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from LBF Alex Munt’s debut feature film LBF will be released worldwide on 31 January through FilmBuff, a leading digital video curator. FilmBuff will release LBF via iTunes (USA, Canada and UK), Amazon VOD, YouTube VOD, CinemaNow, Xbox 360, and Sony Playstation. LBF world premiered at the 2011 SXSW Film Festival, and had an Australian premiere at the 2011 Sydney Film Festival. Based on the cult novel by Cry Bloxsome, LBF (aka ‘Living Between Fucks’) follows Paris based writer Goodchild (Toby Schmitz) as he returns to Australia for the funeral of his ex-girlfriend, The Dead Girl (Gracie Otto) and steadily goes off the rails. He becomes entangled with The Beautiful Financial Backer (Bianca Chiminello), who commissions him to write The Love Enterprise... Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:54:12 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Surfilm-Festival-awards-Best-Feature-to-Finnish-film-Finnsurf/EEVHFSFOQD.html http://if.com.au////article/Surfilm-Festival-awards-Best-Feature-to-Finnish-film-Finnsurf/EEVHFSFOQD.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Bright Communications The 2012 Yallingup Surfilm Festival was hailed by organisers and participants as a huge success. More than 2500 people attended the three-day festival, which included day and night film screenings, discussion forums, art exhibitions, live local music and even a fancy dress surf competition for charity. Awards for best feature and short film were presented on Sunday night to a packed house at Clancy’s. Finnsurf by director Aleksi Raik was awarded Best Feature film. The Surfer by Dominic Coleman was awarded best short film, and Best Cinematography was presented to two winners – El Mar, Mi Alma and Come Hell or High Water, who happen to have the same cinematographer, Dave Homcy. The People’s Choice Award went to... Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:50:37 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Ariel-Kleiman-receives-Sundance-Film-Festival-award-for-screenplay/PNFGEWKMUZ.html http://if.com.au////article/Ariel-Kleiman-receives-Sundance-Film-Festival-award-for-screenplay/PNFGEWKMUZ.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Warp Films Australian filmmaker Ariel Kleiman and his feature screenplay Partisan, has been honoured with a Mahindra Global Filmmaking Award as part of the 2012 Sundance Film Festival in Park City. Supported by the Sundance Institute and Mahindra Group, the inaugural award recognises four emerging independent filmmakers from across the globe. The winning filmmakers receive a cash prize, attendance at the Sundance Film Festival for targeted industry and creative meetings and ongoing creative and strategic support. This is Kleiman's third consecutive year at Sundance, receiving the Grand Jury Prize in 2011 for his short film Deeper than Yesterday, and an Honourable Mention in 2010 for Young Love. "We've been locked away writing in a tiny London... Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:20:27 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/AFTRS-Centre-for-Screen-Business-publishes-free-ipad-book/HXHZYAFOCK.html http://if.com.au////article/AFTRS-Centre-for-Screen-Business-publishes-free-ipad-book/HXHZYAFOCK.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Centre for Screen Business We've just published the first chapter of our iPad ebook, Strange Business: making sense of the film industry. If you'd like to have a look, download your FREE copy at iTunes. We've made good use of the ebook format, combining text, video and even a little data. The book is CSB's attempt to explain how the film industry works. The first chapter is called The Players. There will be four more chapters over the coming year. As new chapters become available you will be able to download directly to your iPad. A bit of news about the Producer Survey I mentioned in December... there were 410 responses, a big increase on the response rate for our first survey 3 years ago. Thanks to all those who participated. We will... Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:22:44 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Indie-documentary-sheds-light-on-the-current-state-of-the-Australian-film-indust/TFRPGXUIYM.html http://if.com.au////article/Indie-documentary-sheds-light-on-the-current-state-of-the-Australian-film-indust/TFRPGXUIYM.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Avril Turner A new, indie documentary is to be produced, investigating the current state of the Australian film industry. While Australia has produced an array of highly acclaimed features over the years, interest in Australian Cinema has been experiencing a steady decline - it's been over 20 years since Baz Luhrman's Strictly Ballroom (1992) reached number one at the Australian Box Office and no Australian film has reached these heights since. Independent filmmaker Courtney Dawson hopes to raise some eyebrows and get people talking about to her documentary film project, Advance Australian Film (AAF) with the release of her 2.30 minute teaser trailer (via YouTube) on the film’s website on Australia Day eve (www.advanceausfilm.com). A controversial... Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:26:53 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Wastelander-Panda-Film-attracts-over-10000-online-views-in-24-hours/VDUBRJYTLV.html http://if.com.au////article/Wastelander-Panda-Film-attracts-over-10000-online-views-in-24-hours/VDUBRJYTLV.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Wastelander Panda Wastelander Panda, by Adelaide's Epic Films, has created a huge stir in the internet community, with over 10,000 views in its first 24 hours of being online. The three-minute film, which is a live-action tale of the last remaining panda in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, has prompted comparisons to iconic films Mad Max, The Road and The Book of Eli. Written and directed by Victoria Cocks, Wastelander Panda was created as a prologue for a television series that the team at Epic Films has been developing for the last year. They planned to show the film to TV stations and funding bodies as a visual example of their concept, but its online success has taken them by surprise. "Wastelander Panda is the first thing I've ever directed,... Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:24:55 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Silver-Trak-Digital-becomes-Fujifilm-Premium-dealer/ZCEEZRPTMQ.html http://if.com.au////article/Silver-Trak-Digital-becomes-Fujifilm-Premium-dealer/ZCEEZRPTMQ.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Silver Trak Digital The newly acquired Silver Trak Digital has become a premium authorised distributor of the full range of Fujifilm recording media, video and data products. The company was recently purchased by its Sales Director Christian Christiansen from Video-8 Media as part of a management buyout. Fujifilm Australia General Manager Motion Picture Film, Recording Media and Optical Devices, Marc Van Agten said, “Silver Trak Digital has been servicing the broadcast, production, post production, corporate and advertising markets for more than 30 years. With the new management structure in place and Christian at the helm I’m very pleased to confirm the new Silver Trak Digital as a premium authorised distributor of the full range of Fujifilm recording... Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:49:35 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Flickerfest-2012-hits-Adelaide/KTVKHTEKJL.html http://if.com.au////article/Flickerfest-2012-hits-Adelaide/KTVKHTEKJL.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Flickerfest Flickerfest National Tour at The Mercury Cinema 13 Morphett Street, Adelaide Best of International Shorts 7pm, Friday 3 February $18 (includes drinks & nibbles) Best of Australian Shorts 7pm, Saturday 4 February $15/$12 Or see both sessions for just $25/20! Tickets: 8410 1934 More Info: mercurycinema.org.au Following screenings at the iconic Bondi Beach pavilion in January, Flickerfest has hit the road and is bringing the best short films from Australia and abroad to The Mercury Cinema on 3 and 4 February 2012. Flickerfest is Australia’s largest and most respected short film competition and this year celebrates its 21st birthday. What better way to celebrate than by screening 100 short films handpicked from a record 2200 entries from... Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:17:55 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Movie-Extra-Tropfest-releases-official-trailer/XKODFXXCSA.html http://if.com.au////article/Movie-Extra-Tropfest-releases-official-trailer/XKODFXXCSA.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Tropfest Movie Extra Tropfest, the world’s largest short film festival, have today released the official trailer for their 20th year celebrations, to be held on Friday 17 - Sunday 19 February 2012. Tropfest selected boutique production company Captiv8 to produce the trailer which tells the narrative of a man struggling to find the right idea; a process that many a Tropfest filmmaker would be familiar with. The trailer opens with a man (played by Tropfest Alumni actor Matt Zeremes) desperately searching through a bag filled with the light bulbs, in a reference to the 2012 Tropfest Signature Item – LIGHT BULB. The 20th year TSI was chosen specifically because Tropfest is all about the importance of the central idea in film. The light bulbs... Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:37:02 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/NASA-launches-in-Perth/JBQBGOWAPI.html http://if.com.au////article/NASA-launches-in-Perth/JBQBGOWAPI.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from NASA Nicholsons’ Academy of Screen Acting (NASA) is proud to announce that its co-founders Fern and Wayne Nicholson have been invited to teach at the prestigious French Woods, described by the New York Times as ‘the gold standard of theater camps’. Dedication to the craft and considerable professional achievements have culminated in the local industry icons being invited to teach at French Woods: Festival of Performing Arts - an elite New York summer camp that caters to the children of America’s most famous and wealthy families. Notable parents of French Woodites include Will Smith, Jada Pinkett, Forest Whitaker, Steve Buscemi, David Hasselhoff, Carrie Fisher, Magic Johnson, John McEnroe, Jason Alexander, Christian Audigier (fashion... Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:52:20 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/The-Alliance-Francaise-French-Film-Festival-returns-for-2012/DIDLJGBOPI.html http://if.com.au////article/The-Alliance-Francaise-French-Film-Festival-returns-for-2012/DIDLJGBOPI.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Ned & Co From modest beginnings in 1989, the ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL has emerged as one of the pre-eminent events on Australia’s cultural calendar. This beloved celebration of French cinema, which will take place nationally from early March through to April, welcomed a record-breaking 130,000 attendees during its 2011 season and for its 23rd outing will feature over 1,300 sessions at 17 locations across the country. Proudly presented by the Alliance Française in association with the French Embassy in Australia and the gracious support of Gold Sponsor Peugeot, the 2012 programme incorporates 9 eclectic sections dedicated to a host of universal themes, certain to entice the ‘bon vivant’ in us all! Launching... Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:28:01 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Rick-Kalowski-to-question-AACTA-Award-nominees-at-Meet-the-Writers/ULYHSSIQVI.html http://if.com.au////article/Rick-Kalowski-to-question-AACTA-Award-nominees-at-Meet-the-Writers/ULYHSSIQVI.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Thought Broker 2012 AACTA Award nominees to face candid questions from Rick Kalowski (himself nominated for At Home With Julia) at Meet The Writers on Sunday, 29 January. Trouble-maker Rick Kalowski, most recently known for pushing boundaries as co-creator/writer of the controversial series At Home With Julia, is planning some tactless questions for a panel of fellow nominees which will include Judy Morris (Eye of the Storm), Alice Addison (The Hunter), Leon Ford (Griff the Invisible), Jacquelin Perske (Spirited), Kris Wyld (East West 101) and Victoria Wharfe McIntyre (The Telegram Man). Also joining the panel will be US writer Ellen Fontana (Cloudstreet). Kalowski will be probing the panelists for the down-and-dirty on the cinema and television industry.... Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:35:46 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/New-title-for-ABC1s-olympic-documentary-series/RYOAMILARW.html http://if.com.au////article/New-title-for-ABC1s-olympic-documentary-series/RYOAMILARW.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from ABC TV ABC TV’s 6 x 30 minute Olympic documentary series has changed its name to London Calling. Previously named Olympic Dreams, the series will reveal the personal sacrifice and endurance of seven athletes as they prepare for the selection for the 2012 London Olympic and Paralympic Games. South Australian production company, Dream TV, has been granted unique access over 12 months to an impressive line-up of athletes from around the country whose number one ambition is to be selected for the Australian team. The athletes are: swimmers Libby Trickett and Michael Klim; rower Drew Ginn (former ‘Oarsome Foursome’ gold medal winner); sprinter John Steffensen as well as Paralympian swimmer Ahmed Kelly; wheelchair rugby team player Ryley... Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:24:30 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Aussievault-competition-winners-announced/LXCXYNPUAL.html http://if.com.au////article/Aussievault-competition-winners-announced/LXCXYNPUAL.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Aussievault Australian actress Kate Ritchie has announced the winners of the Living Australian Online Photography Competition and the Reel Australia short film competition on behalf of the Australia Day Council of NSW (ADCNSW). The winners of the AUSSIEVAULT® competitions were announced at an exclusive Australia Day presentation where celebrities, high achieving and everyday Australians came together to celebrate capturing the Australian spirit. This year’s theme is ‘Make your Mark Australia’ and the entries provided inspiring examples of how everyday Australians do just that and what it means to them. This year’s competition theme of ‘Make Your Mark Australia’ comes as new research from the ADCNSW found most Aussies... Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:20:41 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Donna-Hay-to-headline-ASTRA-Women-in-TV-Breakfast/ROYAWYQDLO.html http://if.com.au////article/Donna-Hay-to-headline-ASTRA-Women-in-TV-Breakfast/ROYAWYQDLO.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Tsuki Donna Hay, Australian household name and international food-publishing phenomenon has been named as the headline speaker at the 2012 ASTRA Women in TV Breakfast, to be held on 22 March as part of the ASTRA 2012 Conference, at the Sydney Exhibition and Convention Centre, by the Australian Subscription Television and Radio Association (ASTRA). ASTRA is also pleased to announce that Tiffany Cherry, former track and field athlete, and now highly regarded sports presenter, producer, reporter and TV personality will join Donna Hay to speak at the ASTRA Women in TV Breakfast. Donna Hay’s unique style has turned her into an international food-publishing phenomenon as a best-selling author of 21 cookbooks, publisher of the bi-monthly donna hay magazine and... Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:18:21 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Animal-Logic-picks-up-AACTA-and-Mobius-awards/IKXKICOOZB.html http://if.com.au////article/Animal-Logic-picks-up-AACTA-and-Mobius-awards/IKXKICOOZB.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Animal Logic Australian visual effects and animation studio Animal Logic collected another two industry awards for its creative mastery this month. Work on ‘Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole’ received the inaugural AACTA Award for Best Visual Effects on Sunday, while the sleekly-animated Hyandai Electra TV commercial “Shell” garnered an International Mobius Award in Los Angeles this week. Animal Logic ArtDirector Grant Freckelton says the AACTA award acknowledges the amazing work of the whole crew of the 2010 Warner Bros. animated fantasy feature, directed by Zack Snyder. “It’s such an honour to get this award for Guardians, celebrating one more time the efforts of those 500 or so local and international... Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:38:37 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/FinalPost-adds-Light-Iron-Outpost-to-post-production-arsenal/PBJGTBNWBI.html http://if.com.au////article/FinalPost-adds-Light-Iron-Outpost-to-post-production-arsenal/PBJGTBNWBI.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from FinalPost FinalPost, a new 5K digital post facility, is proud to announce the addition of LIGHT IRON OUTPOST to its file-based post production arsenal. Landing in Australia February 2012 for this first time, OUTPOST gives productions same-day access to colour corrected and synched assets in both 2D & 3D while also managing data processes for editorial and more. FinalPost MD, Shane Burrell says “This is an exciting time for the Australian industry to now have access to a solution which solves many of the on-set difficulties which productions can face.” A ground breaker, OUTPOST was initially developed to service the needs of ILM’s John Knoll for 3D review on the set of Avatar, OUTPOST has always stood up to the most demanding needs... Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:09:26 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/AIDC-announces-successful-MeetMarket-participants/BRIIUQNMXO.html http://if.com.au////article/AIDC-announces-successful-MeetMarket-participants/BRIIUQNMXO.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from AIDC MeetMarket brings together selected documentary filmmakers with national and international executive producers, broadcasters and distributors who are attending the 2012 Australian International Documentary Conference (AIDC). AIDC received over 70 entries competing to participate in MeetMarket 2012. An independent international selection committee selected 21 successful projects by Australian and New Zealand filmmakers. Of the Australian projects, four come from NSW, four from South Australia, nine from Victoria, one from Western Australia and one from the ACT. Two projects were selected from New Zealand AIDC Executive Director, Joost den Hartog says, “We are very happy with this year’s slate of MeetMarket projects which include works in... Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:52:22 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Flickerfest-visits-Byron-this-weekend/MBCRSCPZDG.html http://if.com.au////article/Flickerfest-visits-Byron-this-weekend/MBCRSCPZDG.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Flickerfest After a highly successful 10 day festival in Sydney with capacity crowds Flickerfest Australia’s leading short film festival will hit the road this weekend on its 37 venue national tour with its first stop this weekend in the Byron Bay region at the A and I Hall Bangalow, from the 20th -22nd of January (for its 14th year) hosted by local organisors IQ Arts and Eco Centre http://www.iq.org.au Flickerfest Bangalow will be screening an entertaining, inspiring and award winning range of festival, highlights giving local Flickerfest audiences the first look at the hottest short films in the world today. For many films, the FLICKERFEST festival will serve as their world and/or Australian premiere whilst other films have already taken home some seriously... Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:50:09 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/The-WotWots-nominated-for-2012-Annie-Awards/FYGHDGMKUK.html http://if.com.au////article/The-WotWots-nominated-for-2012-Annie-Awards/FYGHDGMKUK.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Adele Feletto Publicity The episode “Moons and Moats” from the second series of the popular pre-school creation, the WotWots has been nominated for Best Television Production in the Preschool category in this year’s 39th Annual Annie Awards. The award recognises creative excellence in the art of animation for an episode from an animated television series or an animated television special produced for five year olds and under. The winners will be announced on Saturday February 4 2012 at UCLA’s Royce Hall in Los Angeles, California. “Moons and Moats” sees DottyWot and SpottyWot needing to protect their sand castle from the sea and SpottyWot running out of bananas for his loopy-fruity drink. “It’s a real... Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:36:37 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/AFTRS-graduates-receive-international-acclaim/TFJGVFDJLK.html http://if.com.au////article/AFTRS-graduates-receive-international-acclaim/TFJGVFDJLK.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from AFTRS Graduates from the Australian Film Television and Radio School have been recognised for their outstanding work at some of the most prestigious film events around the world. Kiss, written and directed by Alex Murawski and produced by Annmaree J Bell will screen as part of the Generation 14plus program at the 2012 Berlin International Film Festival in February. This is the second year running that an AFTRS film has been accepted, with Pig, directed by Tom McKeith representing the school in 2011. On Sunday 15th January, the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) awarded AFTRS graduate Ivan Sen the highly coveted Byron Kennedy Award. This accolade celebrates outstanding creative enterprise within the film and television industries and is... Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:02:00 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Submit-a-film-save-lives/TTUHHKARNI.html http://if.com.au////article/Submit-a-film-save-lives/TTUHHKARNI.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from FilmLife FilmLife Project is calling for new and emerging filmmakers aged 16-35 to submit a five minute film on organ and tissue donation and the importance of asking and knowing your loved ones’ wishes. Entrants will have the chance to gain national exposure, share in a $10,000 prize pool and to help potentially save lives. FilmLife Project is funded by the Organ and Tissue Authority, and is an initiative to help bring greater youth engagement and awareness to DonateLife Week, Australia’s national awareness week to promote organ and tissue donation. This year DonateLife Week takes place from Sunday 19 to Sunday 26 February 2012. Dr Jonathon Gillis, National Medical Director said “This is an exciting project and one that actively promotes... Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:33:32 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/The-Eye-of-the-Storm-scores-US-release-via-Sycamore/FKUMWVLCPY.html http://if.com.au////article/The-Eye-of-the-Storm-scores-US-release-via-Sycamore/FKUMWVLCPY.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Sycamore Entertainment Group Inc. Sycamore Entertainment Group Inc. (Pink Sheets: SEGI), is pleased to announce it has acquired US rights to the Fred Schepisi film THE EYE OF THE STORM, starring Academy Award-winner® Geoffrey Rush ("The Kings' Speech," "Pirates of the Caribbean"), Charlotte Rampling ("The Swimming Pool," "Melancholia") and Golden Globe® nominee Judy Davis ("Barton Fink" & Woody Allen's upcoming "Nero Fiddled"). The screen play adaptation by Judy Morris is based on the 1973 literary classic by Australia's only Nobel Prize-winner for Literature, Patrick White. THE EYE OF THE STORM is a savage exploration of the family relationships - and the sharp undercurrents of... Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:46:02 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/In-the-Bin-back-for-2012/ENFXYKYOHC.html http://if.com.au////article/In-the-Bin-back-for-2012/ENFXYKYOHC.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from In the Bin The fate of Australia’s largest touring cultural event has been in the balance over the past two years, with In The Bin announcing late last year that it would be closing its doors for good. Over the period of two months however there have been a lot of developments, and discussion with state funding bodies and as a result In The Bin is back for 2012. “The last two years have be a challenge for us, but as they say what doesn’t break you makes you stronger.” Jed Cahill Director of In The Bin said. “It is a shame that we have had to shrink our capacity this year, but at least we will not be turning our backs on the regional and rural communities of Australia.” He said. Over the past two years In The Bin has seen... Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:49:31 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/TV-release-sought-for-documentary-Blind-Sight/TIHWSJZHAP.html http://if.com.au////article/TV-release-sought-for-documentary-Blind-Sight/TIHWSJZHAP.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Guide Dogs Australia With the incidence of vision loss increasing, Guide Dogs Australia is seeking a TV network to broadcast its inspiring new documentary, titled 'Blind Sight', which showcases how six ordinary Australians cope with sight impairment. Launched at Sydney's Roseville Cinema, Thursday 19 January, 'Blind Sight' presents a unique glimpse into the lives of these people and how Guide Dogs Australia's many and varied services have supported them in dealing with their disability. By prominent director Marco Ianniello, 'Blind Sight''s subjects include a toddler discovering the world around her through sound, to a young woman using a long cane to help her graduate from uni and other adults who are sharing their lives... Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:03:49 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/NBN-co-chief-exec-Mike-Quigley-confirmed-as-ASTRA-2012-speaker/OQJHVPDQML.html http://if.com.au////article/NBN-co-chief-exec-Mike-Quigley-confirmed-as-ASTRA-2012-speaker/OQJHVPDQML.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from ASTRA Mike Quigley, NBN Co Chief Executive has been confirmed as the Innovation Keynote speaker at the ASTRA 2012 Conference, to be held on 22nd March at the Sydney Exhibition and Convention Centre, by The Australian Subscription Television and Radio Association (ASTRA). With the board of NBN Co, Michael Quigley has overall responsibility for fulfilling the Government’s policy goal of building and operating a ubiquitous, high-speed broadband network across Australia to enable the future of online services and telecommunications. He leads the team planning, designing and constructing the National Broadband Network (NBN). Quigley’s career spans thirty-six years with former roles at Alcatel, the French telecommunications giant, where in 2005, he was appointed... Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:22:43 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Queensland-support-helps-A-Separation-score-Golden-Globe/ZNRAZLUFOP.html http://if.com.au////article/Queensland-support-helps-A-Separation-score-Golden-Globe/ZNRAZLUFOP.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from APSA Media Queensland Premier Anna Bligh congratulated Golden Globe award winner Asghar Farhadi whose film 'A Separation' took out the Best Foreign Language Film prize for 2012. The film is a strong contender to win the same prize at this year’s Oscars. A $25,000 grant from the Motion Picture Association (MPA) and the Asia Pacific Screen Awards (APSA) helped the Iranian filmmaker complete his multi-award winning film. The film is the first completed project funded under the MPA APSA Film Fund, established to stimulate filmmaking in the Asia Pacific region. The film, originally titled 'Jodaeiye Nader az Simin', won the top prize at the 2011 Berlin Film Festival and picked up the Sydney Film Prize later in the year. In November,... Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:24:47 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Its-Mishmash-time-Getty-Images-launches-music-video-remix-comp/GZFFRIOYYT.html http://if.com.au////article/Its-Mishmash-time-Getty-Images-launches-music-video-remix-comp/GZFFRIOYYT.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Getty Images Getty Images has today announced the launch of its Mishmash music video remix competition for 2012, helping to inspire and foster video creatives of the future. This unique competition offers film and music creatives from around the world complete creative freedom to produce their own short video, using a wealth of Getty Images’ content, receiving critical acclaim from leading industry professionals in the process. Renowned for both its leading collections of still imagery and first-class media content, Getty Images has more than 825,000 commercial quality, creative and editorial video clips, as well as an extensive music catalogue, which contains a growing collection of over 140,000 pre-cleared original music tracks by some of the world’s... Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:28:13 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Elemental-Technologies-surpasses-100-major-customers/STYYLVOZKX.html http://if.com.au////article/Elemental-Technologies-surpasses-100-major-customers/STYYLVOZKX.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Elemental Technologies Elemental Technologies, the leading supplier of video solutions for multiscreen content delivery, has announced sales to more than 100 enterprise customers. During a highly successful 2011, Elemental tripled its revenue year-over-year and nearly doubled its employee headcount. Major US and European customers include ESPN, HBO Eurosport, QVC as well as some key Australian clients including the TEN Network and Sky Racing. "It’s been a remarkable year in the video streaming market as all content providers seek to deliver premium content to the user’s screen of choice," said Sam Blackman, CEO and co-founder of Elemental Technologies. "We believe 2011 was a landmark year in the video space and Elemental looks forward... Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:27:31 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/FX-to-launch-in-Australia/HBSQDEXYIX.html http://if.com.au////article/FX-to-launch-in-Australia/HBSQDEXYIX.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Fox Fox International Channels today confirmed its new high definition Australian general entertainment channel, FX, will launch Sunday February 26 at 8.30pm AEDT, on subscription television channel 123. Joining the channel’s line-up of high quality shows are Jason Priestley in the award-winning adult comedy series 'Call Me Fitz' and Timothy Olyphant in the critically acclaimed drama series 'Justified'. The Australian premiere series add their weight to a strong launch line-up featuring smash hit zombie series “The Walking Dead”, which has been voted the “International TV show we need to see on Aussie TV”¹ for the second year in a row, and epic western revenge tale “Hell On Wheels”. Karin Simoncini,... Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:19:54 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Tropfest-announces-speakers-for-Roughcut-2012/RODJCYYKVT.html http://if.com.au////article/Tropfest-announces-speakers-for-Roughcut-2012/RODJCYYKVT.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Cardinal Spin Tropfest announced today, Charles Randolph, celebrated international screenwriter and producer of the 2011 box office hit Love and Other Drugs, will present the keynote address at filmmaker symposium, Tropfest Roughcut, on Saturday 18 February, 2012. Randolph will travel from New York to Sydney for the event. Also confirmed to speak is high-profile Australian film editor Jason Ballantine and Kieran Darcy-Smith, whose new feature, Wish You Were Here, has been selected to open the Sundance Film Festival this month. Leading international composer, Lisa Gerrard, has today confirmed that she will also present at the event, along with Tropfest founder and director, John Polson, who will speak about the 20-year history of the world’s largest... Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:59:10 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Third-Millenium-Entertainment-acquires-The-Girl-from-the-Naked-Eye/BWNEXVGEXG.html http://if.com.au////article/Third-Millenium-Entertainment-acquires-The-Girl-from-the-Naked-Eye/BWNEXVGEXG.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Third Millenium Entertainment Third Millenium Entertainment has acquired the Australian and New Zealand rights to David Ren’s award winning film, “The Girl from the Naked Eye” following its world premiere at Cannes in 2011. Executive Producer Henry Mu, with the technical support of cinematographer Max Da-Yung Wang and production designer Suzanne Rattigan, edited by Greg Babor – have delivered a “Kill Bill” meets “Pulp Fiction” film, with a new age “Sin City” style comic touch. SHE PAID WITH HER LIFE, NOW THEY’RE GONNA PAY WITH THEIRSˆ Jason Yee, Samantha Streets, Gary Stretch, Ron Yuan and Dominique Swain star in the action packed thriller telling the story of two people whom are lost... Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:27:08 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/2012-Golden-Koala-Chinese-Film-Festival/KGBRCQEXNI.html http://if.com.au////article/2012-Golden-Koala-Chinese-Film-Festival/KGBRCQEXNI.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Chinese Film Festival Inc. The Golden Koala Chinese Film Festival Committee held a press conference in The Executive Centre on 16 January. The committee officially announced that the 2012 Golden Koala Chinese Film Festival will be launched in Sydney on 5 February. Ray Argall, the President of the Australian Directors Guild and one of the jury members in this year’s film festival; Lida Law, the deputy director general of Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Sydney; Sam Dong, the representative of the principal sponsor---TCL Electronics Australia Pty Ltd; Nance Lan Huang, the representative of China Southern Airlines; and Heng Chen, the representative of Huawei Groups showed up on the press conference. Ray Shen, Chairman of the Chinese Film Festival Inc. and... Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:21:04 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Four-Australian-short-films-selected-for-Berlinale-2012/ZXGLJTBGRP.html http://if.com.au////article/Four-Australian-short-films-selected-for-Berlinale-2012/ZXGLJTBGRP.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Screen Australia Australian short films will have a strong presence at the 62nd Berlin International Film Festival, with four films selected to screen in the Generation program. Australian Maxine Williamson, Artistic Director of the Asia Pacific Screen Academy, has also been announced as a Jury Member of the Generation section and five Australians have been selected to attend the Talent Campus. Kiss by writer/director Alex Murawski and The Wilding by writer/director Grant Scicluna will compete in the Generation 14plus category. Writer/director Billie Pleffer’s BINO and writer/director/producer Matthew Moore’s Julian will compete in the Generation Kplus category. Produced by Annmaree J Bell and starring Remy Hii, Benedict Samuel and Sophie Lowe,... Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:56:08 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Callan-McAuliffe-joins-Tourism-Australias-Friends-of-Australia-program/ABWWIXALZS.html http://if.com.au////article/Callan-McAuliffe-joins-Tourism-Australias-Friends-of-Australia-program/ABWWIXALZS.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Motherinc Callan McAuliffe, currently filming The Great Gatsby in Sydney, arrived in Los Angeles to today and will celebrate the honour and attend AT G’DAY USA on Jan 14th at the Renaissance Hotel. He will join a host of other Australian's all set to celebrate Australian achievements, Australian Academy Award nominations and Australian Tourism at this now well known annual event in the USA. Tourism Australia Managing Director Andrew McEvoy said it was terrific to have Callan’s support as part of the Friends of Australia program. “The Friends of Australia program harnesses the power of high profile individuals like Callan and others, who are making a name for themselves on the world stage and are genuinely passionate about promoting... Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:15:21 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Kojo-web-developers-prepare-for-new-retail-app-technology/KUUTYGDMKY.html http://if.com.au////article/Kojo-web-developers-prepare-for-new-retail-app-technology/KUUTYGDMKY.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Gray Management Group Retailers in Australia will soon have new ways to entice customers into their stores with a little help from new app technology, dare they embrace it. Web developers at KOJO are preparing for a surge in the development and use of app technology that is set to revolutionise the retail sector by providing new ways for consumers to shop. KOJO Senior Developer, Tom Longo says, “Some of these advances include giving app users the ability to order and pay for a product, then collect it in-store within the hour.” For back-orders and products that require altering or customising, such as engravings, push notifications will become commonplace as a means of communicating to customers when products are ready for collection. “But... Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:41:06 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Bronwyn-Heys-joins-Twentieth-Century-Fox-Home-Entertainment-Australia/EUGPNKNXTT.html http://if.com.au////article/Bronwyn-Heys-joins-Twentieth-Century-Fox-Home-Entertainment-Australia/EUGPNKNXTT.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment Bronwyn Heys has been appointed Marketing Director for Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment Australia (TCFHE). It was announced today by Flavio Paoli, Managing Director, Australia and New Zealand TCHFE. “Bronwyn joins Fox with more than 20 years international experience in driving marketing strategy and initiatives for global iconic brands within the consumer packaged goods and retail industries, and has held senior positions with organizations such as McDonald’s, George Weston Foods and Yum Restaurants International. Bronwyn’s breadth of experience, in conjunction with her reputation for identifying key consumer insights as the genesis for new product development and marketing communication strategies... Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:16:50 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Fujifilm-to-receive-award-from-the-Academy-of-Motion-Picture-Arts-and-Science/SSHBVQMXOT.html http://if.com.au////article/Fujifilm-to-receive-award-from-the-Academy-of-Motion-Picture-Arts-and-Science/SSHBVQMXOT.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Well Above FUJIFILM Corporation has announced that Fujifilm has been selected by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Science to receive the 2011 Scientific and Engineering Award for the development of the black and white recording film ETERNA-RDS, digital separation of motion picture films. The ceremony is to take place on February 11, local time, in Los Angeles, USA. ETERNA-RDS is a film designed specifically for archival preservation that conducts 3-colour separation of colour images and stores them as stable black and white images (silver images), with the purpose of preserving motion picture information for a long term and passing on motion picture contents as cultural heritage to generations to come. This film was added to Fujifilm's lineup in April... Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:10:04 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Closer-Productions-debut-documentaries-enjoy-success/PNZPFOPCGK.html http://if.com.au////article/Closer-Productions-debut-documentaries-enjoy-success/PNZPFOPCGK.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Closer Productions CLOSER PRODUCTIONS’ two debut feature documentaries are enjoying success on Australian and world stages. With a total of 6 AACTA Awards between them, SHUT UP LITTLE MAN! AN AUDIO MISADVENTURE and LIFE IN MOVEMENT will go head to head at the upcoming awards ceremony this Sunday. Closer Productions’ Shut Up Little Man! An Audio Misadventure has just completed an amazing 25 State theatrical run in the USA, including a screening at the IFC in NYC hosted by legendary comedian Patton Oswalt. After being picked up by US distributor Tribeca Film, ‘Little Man’ was released first on VOD and then via a number of event screenings across the country. Press has been strong and controversial including major pieces in the New... Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:12:05 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Flickerfest-enters-final-weekend/YGPFQIVEAZ.html http://if.com.au////article/Flickerfest-enters-final-weekend/YGPFQIVEAZ.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Flickerfest After opening last Friday night with capacity crowds and with many sellout sessions over past days FLICKERFEST presented by ING DIRECT is set for a bumper weekend with many amazing short films still on offer under the stars at Bondi until January 15th . Highlights this coming weekend include: FlickerKids – A delightfully entertaining program of short films for shorties, designed to appeal to the big kid in everyone. (Ages 6-12) including the Aardman, Tate Modern collaboration ‘Itch Of the Golden Nit’ Thursday 12 January @ 2.30pm Short Bites of Horror- For Friday the 13th, a ghoulish mix of hilariously twisted, debauched and gut-bustingly demonic short films including the hilarious Australia short ‘Tale Of Obsession’... Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:18:41 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Short-film-Parrot-to-premiere-at-the-2012-Global-Atheist-Convention/DCBZABEKUN.html http://if.com.au////article/Short-film-Parrot-to-premiere-at-the-2012-Global-Atheist-Convention/DCBZABEKUN.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Myrtle Street Pictures The short film Parrot by Sydney-based filmmakers Emma McKenna and Craig Foster will have its world premiere this April at the 2012 Global Atheist Convention in Melbourne. In addition, the filmmakers have been invited to give a short talk and Q&A following the screening at the annual convention, which will also host internationally acclaimed intellectuals and entertainers such as Richard Dawkins, Daniel Dennett, Sam Harris and Ben Elton. Completed in 2011 Parrot is an Australian production featuring the talents of AFTRS graduates such as Joel Froome (Director of Photography), Kavi Jarrot (Production Designer), Daniel Rossi (Sound Recordist and Sound Mixer) and Emma McKenna (Writer, Producer and Editor). The story centres around an atheist... Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:42:00 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/CinemaLive-appoints-Distribution-Manager-for-Australia-and-New-Zealand/ZHLUAJRDLU.html http://if.com.au////article/CinemaLive-appoints-Distribution-Manager-for-Australia-and-New-Zealand/ZHLUAJRDLU.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from CinemaLive Global premium alternative content producer and distributor, CinemaLive has appointed Claire Chandler as Distribution Manager to administer their cinema network across Australia and New Zealand. Claire joins CinemaLive’s Australian office, based in Sydney from the UK where she worked for Warner Brothers and Deluxe Digital handling technical operations in over 33 European territories. Claire will manage CinemaLive’s extensive cinema network which includes over 150 satellite enabled cinemas across Australia and New Zealand capable of broadcasting live cinema events from anywhere across the world. In late 2011, CinemaLive relocated it’s main base of operations to their London office in the UK to spearhead the latest and most innovative... Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:35:39 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/BBC-Worldwide-appoints-Deirdre-Brennan/TSPJLKARLD.html http://if.com.au////article/BBC-Worldwide-appoints-Deirdre-Brennan/TSPJLKARLD.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from BBC BBC Worldwide has named Deirdre Brennan as General Manager and Director of Channels and Branded Services, Australasia. Currently Director of Television for BBC Worldwide Australia, Deirdre will be responsible for the ongoing growth and development of the local channel portfolio – UKTV, UKTV NZ, BBC Knowledge, BBC Knowledge NZ and CBeebies - as well as managing local operations for BBC World News. She will also oversee the channels’ branded non-linear services in the market, and the ongoing rollout of the global BBC iPlayer. Reporting to Jana Bennett, President, Worldwide Networks and Global BBC iPlayer, Deirdre will also work closely with Tony Iffland (until April), and his eventual successor as General Manager for BBC Worldwide Australia.... Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:06:01 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/ASTRA-2012-conference-Richard-Freudenstein-confirmed-as-speaker/ZGWIUFVTRO.html http://if.com.au////article/ASTRA-2012-conference-Richard-Freudenstein-confirmed-as-speaker/ZGWIUFVTRO.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from Tsuki The Australian Subscription Television and Radio Association (ASTRA) confirmed today that FOXTEL CEO, Richard Freudenstein will deliver his inaugural address as FOXTEL CEO at the ASTRA 2012 Conference on 22nd March at the Sydney Exhibition and Convention Centre. Freudenstein joined FOXTEL in November 2011, from News Limited where he held the roles of Chief Executive Officer of News Digital Media and Chief Executive Officer of The Australian. Freudenstein has extensive knowledge of the subscription TV industry having held a number of senior roles at FOXTEL in the 1990s and having worked for seven years at British Sky Broadcasting (BSkyB), the last six as Chief Operating Officer. During his five year tenure at News Digital Media, Freudenstein oversaw... Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:39:26 +1100 http://if.com.au////article/Casting-notice-Yagan-documentary/YZDUSSZXCH.html http://if.com.au////article/Casting-notice-Yagan-documentary/YZDUSSZXCH.html Inside Film Correspondent Press release from ScreenWest 2 Deadly Casting and Artist Agency is looking for an Aboriginal male actor/presenter for the ABC TV documentary production, ‘Yagan'. Auditions will be held late January in Perth. Murdered by those he trusted and cruelly beheaded, the documentary tells Yagan's story. The return of his skull to Nyoongar country was a momentous occasion for Indigenous people nationwide. 2 Deadly Casting and Artist Agency are looking for an Aboriginal male actor/presenter of the following description: Build: Lean and fit. Age: Between 20-30 years old. Please note: This is flexible depending on actor/presenter. Personality: Outgoing, energetic, charming and naturally inquisitive. The actor/presenter will learn about Yagan's story along... Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:59:36 +1100