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Rhode Island International Film Festival: The Inside Scoop

1 Oct , 2013 | Written by Alli Rock | Posted by:

Are you looking to apply to the Rhode Island International Film Festival? Or just be an audience member? Our 2013 Festival Partner gave us the inside scoop in this festival profile.

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Filmmaking | Interviews | Rhode Island

Reliance: Man’s Best Friend, Man’s Last Chance

1 Jul , 2013 | Written by Anna Salatto | Posted by:

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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Company/Organization Profiles | Local Industry | Rhode Island

KAY Studios, Rhode Island: New England’s Smallest State has Big Potential

1 Jan , 2013 | Written by K. Correia | Posted by:

Rhode Island’s burgeoning as a media production outlet has flourished in part because of a strong Film & TV office, a sizable tax credit, and local production facilities such as KAY Studios.

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Filmmaking | Interviews | Rhode Island

Breakfast With Curtis: A Homegrown Film in Every Sense of the Word

1 Oct , 2012 | Written by Dave Walker | Posted by:

Providence filmmaker Laura Colella’s new film is a heartwarming coming-of-age tale about a boy’s seminal summer.

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Acting | Interviews | Rhode Island

In the Casting Chair: Annie Mulhall

1 Feb , 2012 | Written by Donna Sorbello | Posted by:

For all that Rhode Island native Annie Mulhall embraces change, this casting director has gone full circle to become a fixture in her home state, and it appears she is planning on staying.

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Film Festivals | Rhode Island | Theatres

Rediscovering Cinema at the Magic Lantern

1 Jan , 2012 | Written by Dave Walker | Posted by:

This may be the era of the big budget blockbuster, but there are some places in New England where you can find a very different kind of cinematic experience. A new season of The Magic Lantern experimental film series begins soon at the Cable Car Cinema in Providence.

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Film Festivals | Reports | Rhode Island

Short Stuff: A Selection of Potential Oscar Winners from this Year’s Rhode Island International Film Festival

2 Aug , 2011 | Written by Michele Meek | Posted by:

As the only qualifying festival in New England for the Academy Awards, the Rhode Island International Film Festival serves up a selection of some of the best short films from around the world. Here's a sampling from this years fest coming August 9-14 -- you never know, you could be watching an Oscar winner...

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Company/Organization Profiles | Local Theatres | Rhode Island | Theatres

Theater Profile: Cozy Flicks at Cable Car Cinema

30 Jun , 2011 | Written by Casey Stirling | Posted by:

We continue our series on local independent cinemas this month with the Cable Car Cinema & Café in Providence, Rhode Island. With its busy café, intimate seating, and concession stand that offers much more than popcorn and candy, the Cable Car is a popular spot for nearby students and Providence filmgoers. Is there an independent cinema near you that deserves some attention? Send your suggestions to news@newenglandfilm.com.

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Film Festivals | Filmmaking | Interviews | Local Industry | Massachusetts | Rhode Island

New Englanders Hit the Screen at the IFFBoston

31 Mar , 2011 | Written by B. Walter Irvine | Posted by:

We get the scoop on five films from New England talent that will screen at the Independent Film Festival Boston, which starts April 27th.

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Industry News – April 2011

31 Mar , 2011 | Written by Casey Stirling | Posted by:

Ring in springtime this month by checking out the world's largest student film festival at Brown University or by shooting off a submission to the Kahbang Film Festival on being 'MaineStream.' Read on for opportunities, industry buzz and happenings in the local industry. To submit news, email news@newenglandfilm.com.

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