Hidden Gem: The House at the Edge of the Galaxy
In this sci-fi short, a young boy is visited by a travel-weary cosmonaut and awakens to the magic waiting to be discovered in an old, abandoned house.
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The Digital Switch: Independent Theatres’ Next Big Hurdle
Independent theatres are finding ways to adapt to the digital conversion and keep their doors open to the community.
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Film Festivals | Massachusetts
Woods Hole Film Festival: James Mottern’s Master Class and More
Now in its 22nd year, the Woods Hole Festival is bigger and better than ever before, with nearly 70 films, along with panels, concerts, parties, and master classes, such as filmmaker James Mottern's directing workshop.
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Company/Organization Profiles | Film Funding | Kickstart New England | Maine | Massachusetts
Kickstart New England: The Guys Next Door
Every month, NewEnglandFilm.com is highlighting exciting new local film projects looking for funding. This month, kick in a baby shower donation to documentary The Guys Next Door, following the journey of a gay couple and their gestational carrier. To feature your film in this series, e-mail editor@newenglandfilm.com with a blurb on your film and Kickstarter campaign.
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Industry News | Local Industry
Industry News – July 2013
Summer film screenings are out in force! Head to Providence or the Boston Harbor Hotel for a fun summer flick this month. Check out the news for local films, upcoming festivals, and filmmaker opportunities. To submit news, e-mail news@newenglandfilm.com.
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Connecticut | Local Industry | Massachusetts | Reports
Hollywood Production Heats Up New England This Summer
Even as several states debate the future of tax incentive programs for feature film and television productions, several star-studded productions have flocked to the region this summer hoping to capture the historic looks and distinct character of New England.
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Interviews | Screenplay Doctor | Television
Jeff Greenstein: Stories from TV’s Front Line
Breaking into writing for scripted television is competitive and challenging. I know what you’re thinking: Is this news? You’ve all heard and read this sentence countless times. But -- this month’s column sheds direct light and insight on writing and working in television, with advice from someone with ties to New England.
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Filmmaking | Interviews | Rhode Island
Reliance: Man’s Best Friend, Man’s Last Chance
Mary Healey-Jamiel documents the critical bond between Search & Rescue first responders and their canine counterparts. This interview explores the production, the heart, and the future of the upcoming documentary feature RELIANCE.
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Filmmaking | Interviews | Massachusetts
Silver Circle: Econ Gets Animated, An Interview with Director/Animator Pascha Roberts
Director Pascha Roberts took the economic crisis of devalued currency and turned it into an animated action film. He discusses how a degree from MIT helped his drive as a filmmaker and how “the vibrant Boston Community” helped make his film, Silver Circle, a reality.
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Industry News | Local Industry
Industry News – June 2013
It's a good month for documentaries, with the LEF awarding $165,000 to local documentary filmmakers, and the DocYard kicking off their summer program. Check out the news for local films, upcoming festivals, and filmmaker opportunities. To submit news, e-mail news@newenglandfilm.com.
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