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Filmmaking | Interviews | Local Industry | Vermont

40 Filmmakers and Historians: The Vermont Movie

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

While neither the largest nor the smallest of the New England states, Vermont has forged a name for itself as a leader in firsts. The first to outlaw slavery; the first to allow same-sex civil unions; etc. It is a state steeped in grassroots thinking and democracy. It is no wonder that a project such as Freedom & Unity: The Vermont Movie, which has brought together over 40 local filmmakers and historians, would develop out of this state.

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Industry News – September 2013

1 Sep , 2013 | Written by Casey Stirling | Posted by:

The weather may be starting to get cold, but you can still get your fix of films with events like NewEnglandFilm.com's online festival! Check out the news for local films, upcoming festivals, and filmmaker opportunities. To submit news, e-mail news@newenglandfilm.com.

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Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Women in Film and Video New England

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

It’s not-so-distant history that women lacked the same basic rights as men, and today we like to tell ourselves how far we’ve come. But the imbalance of equality can still be seen, if not in the law then in the real world. The film industry in particular is a male-dominated pocket of society. How do women fit in now, and how can they catch up?

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Industry News – August 2013

1 Aug , 2013 | Written by Casey Stirling | Posted by:

August is filled with fantastic local film festivals, from Woods Hole to Rhode Island International to KahBang. Check out the news for local films, upcoming festivals, and filmmaker opportunities. To submit news, e-mail news@newenglandfilm.com.

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Industry News – July 2013

1 Jul , 2013 | Written by Casey Stirling | Posted by:

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

1 Jul , 2013 | Written by Dave Walker | Posted by:

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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Industry News – June 2013

1 Jun , 2013 | Written by Casey Stirling | Posted by:

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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Company/Organization Profiles | Film Funding | Kickstart New England | Local Industry

Kickstart New England: Traveling to Ireland, Traveling with Gypsies

1 Jun , 2013 | Written by Casey Stirling | Posted by:

Every month, NewEnglandFilm.com is highlighting exciting new local film projects looking for funding on Kickstarter. This month, help pave the way for two traveling projects: The Crest, a documentary sailing all the way to Ireland, and The Traveling Gypsy, a series traveling away from gypsy stereotypes. 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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Company/Organization Profiles | Film Funding | Kickstart New England | Local Industry | Massachusetts

Kickstart New England: Jake Bann’s ‘Deterrence’

1 May , 2013 | Written by Casey Stirling | Posted by:

Every month, NewEnglandFilm.com is highlighting exciting new local film projects looking for funding on Kickstarter. This month, consider lending a hand to BU student Jake Bann for his thesis and passion project: a drama of gangs and social workers. To feature your film in this series, e-mail editor@newenglandfilm.com with information on your film and Kickstarter campaign.

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Industry News – May 2013

1 May , 2013 | Written by Casey Stirling | Posted by:

As temperatures start to warm up, so do the film events in New England! Check out the news for local films, upcoming festivals, and filmmaker opportunities. To submit news, e-mail news@newenglandfilm.com.

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