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- WIF.D Hosts WIFTI Showcase 2011
- 2010 Chick Flicks Film Festival at Studio Movie Grill
- Submission Guidelines for 2010 Chick Flicks Film Festival
- Student Filmmakers Awarded Scholarships from Women In Film.Dallas
- WIF.D Scholarship Winners Announced!
- Chick Flicks Series Final Screening - Nov. 5
- 8th Annual Chick Flicks Film Festival - 2009
- 2009 Chick Flicks Program & Sponsorship Information
- 2009 Guidelines for the Chick Flicks
- See 4XWIF.D on June 18th!
- Filmmakers to Attend 4XWIF.D’S Screening!
- Global Film Showcase Celebrates International Women's Day
WIF.D Hosts WIFTI Showcase 2011
A collection of shorts you won't see anywhere else -- March 10!
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of International Women's Day this month, WIF.D's Chick Flicks invites you to a special showcase of short films from women around the world. The Women in Film and Television International (WIFTI) Short Film Showcase features filmmakers from California, Canada, Minnesota, New Mexico, New Zealand, Nigeria, and the United Kingdom. Described by Chick Flicks Chair Lisha Brock as "fresh, funny, unexpected, controversial, quirky and visually stunning, the showcase has something to please men and women alike."
Please join us for this special night of short films you won't see anywhere else in town. The evening will also include an array of silent auction items you won't want to miss either. Proceeds from all Chick Flicks events go to fund WIF.D's annual scholarship program.
WIFTI Short Film Showcase
Thursday, March 10
7 p.m. Meet & Greet / Screening begins at 8 p.m.
LaGrange in Deep Ellum, 2704 Elm St
FREE to WIF.D members / $8 at the door for the general public. RSVP through Facebook here
It was 100 years ago when the United Nations put forth a day to celebrate the economic, political, and social achievements of Women past, present, and future. In places such as China, Russia, Vietnam and Bulgaria, International Women's Day is a National Holiday. This marks the 6th year WIFTI joins in that celebration with our Short Film Showcase. These films have first been selected by the participating WIFTI Chapters from submissions created by their members. Each Chapters' selections were sent to the WIFTI screening committee to compile this, the 2011 Showcase Program. The films were all truly wonderful and WIFTI congratulates all the filmmakers on their efforts. We hope this inspires you to make your own film for next year's celebration.
What Kind of Planet Are We On? / 4 minutes Director/Co-Writer: Varda Hardy
Chapter: Los Angeles, USA www.wif.org
Film Synopsis: An alien applies for social security benefits. She is so happy to qualify, but an unexpected hitch turns her life upside down.
Participating WIFT members;
Varda Hardy-Writer, Director/WIFLA
Jamie Bullock-Producer/WIFLA
Karen Lavender - Producer/WIFLA
Abandon ME /19 minutes Writer/Director: Sayer Frey
Chapter: Minneapolis, USA www.MNWIFT.org
Set in 1947 rural America, a desperate woman haunted by childhood memories abandons her aging mother in a cornfield. Abandon ME represents a deeply internalized form of visual storytelling rich with metaphoric layers and symbols, which elegantly unfold into a message of hope and empowerment for women.
Participating WIFT members;
Sayer Frey- Writer, Director, Editor/ MN WIFT
Wei K. Pun- Director of Photography/NY WIFT
Erin Rasmussen- Executive Producer/MN WIFT
Picking Up Feets / 3 minutes Writer/Producer Illustrator: Debrainna Mansini
Chapter: New Mexico, USA www.NMWIF.com
Feets, an adventurous cat, teaches a family of girls about challenging the order of things and the magic of a hug. Picking UP Feets is an animated short based on the children's book Picking Up Feets by Debrianna Mansini and Anne Litt, illustrated by Debrianna Mansini.
Participating WIFT members;
Debrainna Mansini-Writer-Producer-Editor-Illustrator-Actor/NMWIF
Lori Romero-Producer/NMWIF
This is Her/12 minutes Director: Katie Wolfe
Chapter: New Zealand www.wiftnz.org.nz
In life there are no fairytale endings, one woman's account of what the future holds for her. Katie wanted to do a film that took a cliché problem and present it in a new light. "The passing of time makes the implausible a reality."
Participating WIFT members;
Katie Wolfe - Director/WIFTNZ
Kate McDermott-Writer/WIFTNZ
Ginny Loane- Cinematographer/ WIFTNZ
Lisa Hough-Editor/WIFTNZ
Felicity Letcher-Producer/WIFTNZ
Rachel Lorimer-Producer/WIFTNZ
BraveHeart / 5 minutes Writer/Producer: Khadijah Kuranga
Chapter: The Foundation for Women in Film and Television in Nigeria
BraveHeart is a small portion of a Television Docudrama series about people in the midst of poverty that have refused to be burdened, clamed down, affected or loose focus. In this piece Mama Emma, a recent Widow & Mother of three, has had all the money her husband left her stolen from her. Now she must find a way to survive.
Participating WIFT Nigeria members:
Khadijah Kuranga- Writer-Producer/ WIFT Nigeria
Muna Iyanam- Associate Producer/WIFT Nigeria
Grace Babasoia- Writer/WIFT Nigeria
Sis /11 minutes Writer/Director: Deborah Haywood
Chapter: UK www.wftv.org.UK
What happens when the older sister in charge of them ignores two innocent young girls? This daring look at the life of our children today offers us a cautionary tale of neglect.
Participating WFTV UK members:
Deborah Haywood-Writer-Director/ WFTV UK
Tina Pawlik-Producer/WFTV UK
Numerous crew members
Leger Probleme (Little Inconvenience) /9 minutes Writer/Director: Helene Florent
Chapter: Montreal, Quebec Canada www.FCTNM.CA
The life of an ordinary man becomes very different on a day that seemed like every other.
Participating FCTNM members:
Helene Florent-Writer-Director/FCTNM
WIFTI would like to thank the following for making this DVD possible:
- Media Central for sponsoring the WIFTI trailer.
- HDNM Entertainment for creating the WIFTI trailer.
- LIghtningwood Pictures for compiling the Short Film Showcase.
- Legacy Filmworks for providing FedEx delivery.
For more information on any of these Films, Filmmakers or their Chapters, click here. Full bios of these wonderful filmmakers can be obtained online.
* Women In Film & Television International (WIFTI) is a global network comprised of some 37 Women In Film chapters* worldwide and over 10,000 members dedicated to advancing professional development and achievement for women working in all areas of film, video, and other screen-based media.
2010 Chick Flicks Film Festival at Studio Movie Grill
Join us for this annual fundraising event! Oct. 14
On October 14, WIF.D brings you the 9th Annual Chick Flicks Festival. The festival is an annual fundraiser to support scholarships for women in the industry. Our festival only showcases female filmmakers with Texas ties.
Please make plans to celebrate these talented women with Women In Film.Dallas!
Chick Flicks Film Festival
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Studio Movie Grill on Royal Ln, Dallas
5 - 7 p.m. Martini Madness - mingling and bidding on silent auction items
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Indie Distribution Panel
7 - 9 p.m. Screenings & Awards
9 - ? After Party at Sherlock's
Congratulations to our filmmakers selected for the 2010 Chick Flicks Festival:
Amplify - May Sembera, Writer/Director/Editor
Crazy Diamond - Hanny Lee, Producer/Editor
Dune Road - Chelsea Lee, Producer
No Change - Emily Michele, Producer
Normal Behavior - Sharice Henry Chasi, Executive Producer
Roam - Danielle Georgiou, Writer/Director
The File - Camille Scioli McNamara - Associate Producer
The Night We Died - Kerri Navarro, Producer
This year we've added three new features to festival:
1. Starting at 5:30 we have a panel discussion on independent film distribution. Our guest panelists are Shalene Portman (The Significant Other) and Israel Luna (La Luna Entertainment) who will share how they have gotten their independent projects distributed.
2. Check out this special video made especially for the 2010 Chick Flicks Festival promoting women in film.
3. We've also added an after party! Please join us after the festivities for networking and fun at Sherlock's at 9100 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75231 (just north of Park Ln), 21 & up only.
Scholarship winners from our two annual awards will be announced at the festival and a sample of their work will also be screened. We will also recognize a special volunteer who has been an outstanding supporter of Women In Film.Dallas this year.
For more information, please contact Chick Flicks at chickflicks@wifdallas.org.
This event is generously sponsored by Studio Movie Grill. Please visit www.studiomoviegrill.com for more information about their theaters.
Tickets are only $5 for WIF.D members and $10 for the general public.
Student Filmmakers Awarded Scholarships from Women In Film.Dallas
Two student filmmakers were honored October 8th at the 8th Annual Chick Flicks Film Festival held by the non-profit organization Women In Film.Dallas. Two student filmmakers were honored October 8th at the 8th Annual Chick Flicks Film Festival held by the non-profit organization Women In Film.Dallas.
Each year the festival features short films created and produced by women across the state of Texas, celebrating the work of women in the film industry while raising funds for female students studying film, television, or video production in the North Texas region.
The 2009 winners are Elizabeth Johnston of Southern Methodist University and Rachel Gibson Shepherd of the University of Texas at Arlington.
Ms. Johnston was awarded a $2500 tuition scholarship and Ms. Shepherd was selected to receive the college student project grant of $5,000 in completion funds from both WIF.D and Sync Point Post, a Dallas-based post- production house.
"The quality of applicants made the selection process extremely difficult. The WIF.D Education Committee was greatly impressed with the level of professionalism they exhibited which bodes well for the industry as a whole,” said Lynne Reynolds, co-chair of the WIF.D Education Committee. “We sincerely hope they have found our organization to be a useful resource during their education and beyond. Women in Film Dallas will continue to proudly support the endeavors of these young women as they advance into their chosen careers.”
To learn how you can apply for the scholarships to be awarded in 2010 or are looking for an internship in the industry, please contact education@wifdallas.org or visit www.wifdallas.org for more information.
WIF.D Scholarship Winners Announced!
Meet our 2008 Award Winners!
$3500 Project Completion Funds
Arvind Singh – UNT
Arvind was born to a theatre couple, raised on the stage. Her father is a well known Punjabi Playwright and as stage Director used theatre as a tool of mass awareness. She was actively involved with his group as an actor and organizer. Traveling with him from village to village with the theatre group, she noticed the effect of the art although limited because it reached only a small section of society. Arvind wanted to reach more people in India and throughout the world but was unsure what creative medium to use.
From this frustration and her idealism, she began practicing law at the age of 22. However, her dream of changing the world crumbled when she realized that the people who needed help the most or were victims of a corrupt society were often unaware that they’d been wronged. Returning to her original idea, she had to find a creative and wide ranging awareness tool that was stimulating and would help the people understand the corrupt system in which they lived.
Documentary films seemed to be the viable answer and this realization gave birth to her first production company in India named Srijan (To Create). She faced many obstacles because it was impossible to get grants or any financial aid for what she wanted to achieve. Finally the situation in Punjab deteriorated due to State oppression and the people’s retaliation to State terrorism. Arvind ended up making a documentary on this subject but it offended the watchdogs of the system and she decided to move to America.
Wanting to continue to make films, she decided to learn the craft aspect of the art and joined the Masters of Fine Arts program with the University of North Texas. Women In Film.Dallas has provided finishing funds for her film, “The Rising Tide” through the 2008 scholarship program. In the introduction of her business plan Arvind wrote, “Amidst the deafening noise created by the mainstream American media, some people are trying to recover the voice of the people that has the ultimate power to question the actions of their system. Ironically, this muffled voice never reaches the outside world creating an impression that American people are either too complacent or ignorant towards the miseries of the rest of the world...” Clearly, the talents of Arvind Singh can change that misconception.
$1500 Tuition Scholarship
Sharie Vance – UT Arlington
When Sharie Vance submitted her essay with her WIF.D Scholarship application, she chose the title “Making a Difference” and in her opening line she quotes Abraham Maslow: “A musician must make music, an artist must paint, a poet must write, if he is to be ultimately at peace with himself. What one can be, one must be.”
While raising her family of 4, Sharie took jobs strictly for the income. After her children were grown she realized she could no longer force herself to work at jobs that had no meaning. Always wanting to creatively express herself and make a difference in the world, Sharie had been raised to believe that one could not do both at the same time – that it wasn’t practical. After putting together a video for a past employer, she discovered an outlet for her talents but it took over a year to develop the courage to go back to school and pursue something that wasn’t “practical”.
As a student she has watched herself do things she’s never thought possible, such as making a short film, two music videos and a documentary called “Shelter Walkers”. It was her reaction to this documentary about animal rescue that wiped away any lingering doubts. She has had an overwhelming response from people who were moved by the story she wrote and produced which has resulted in saving the lives of countless animals in North Texas. In her own eyes, something even better has happened. Sharie’s children now think of her as their hero, inspired by her example to strive for their own dreams. Women In Film.Dallas is proud to award Sharie Vance the tuition scholarship as she continues to grow as a filmmaker.
Chick Flicks Series Final Screening - Nov. 5
Chick Flicks Film Series and Festival announces it's final screening for 2009 - "Playground!" Thanks to everone who came out!
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WomenInFilm.Dallas and the Dallas Women's Foundation are proud to present filmmaker Libby Spears' acclaimed documentary, "Playground," followed by a Q&A with the filmmaker, on Thursday, November 5, 2009 at Studio Movie Grill - Royal Lane.
"Wherever drugs are being sold, children are being sold."
- Eileen Jacobs, FBI
Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery that affects both Americans and foreigners, according to Children At Risk, the Houston-based advocacy and research center. It affects everyone, but women and children are its most vulnerable victims. And while human trafficking is a relatively unknown issue, Texas has become a hub for the international crime because of its interstate highways, bus stations, airports, shipping, a large amount of sexually oriented businesses, and its shared border with Mexico.
"For $1,500, you can rent a ten year-old for the weekend."
- Portland, OR
Spears' "Playground" is a hard-hitting, investigative look at the sex trade and human trafficking in the United States. She tempers hard-hitting facts and stark statistics with innovative animation and a thoughtful soundtrack, including music by Bjork, Radiohead, Chris Martin, Blonde Redhead, Cat Power, Sigur Rós, CocoRosie, Basement Jaxx, DJ Shadow, and Kazu Makino.
Executive Produced by Dallas philanthropists Lauren & Gayle Embrey, as well as George Clooney, Grant Heslov, Steven Soderbergh, Abby Disney, and Jeff Vespa, the film gracefully weaves together expert interviews with personal stories. At the heart of it lies Michelle, an American girl lost to the underbelly of childhood sexual exploitation who has yet to resurface a decade later.
The screening begins at 7 p.m. and will be followed by a Q&A from the filmmaker. Tickets are $5 for members and SMU students and $8 for nonmembers. Nonprofits are invited to purchase blocks of tickets at the discounted member price. For more information, please email chickflicks@wifdallas.org or publicity@wifdallas.org.
The Chick Flicks Film Series is the primary fundraiser for WIF.D's two yearly scholarships, awarded every fall to Texas women studying media production.
The screening is also brought to you in part by the SMU Department of Cinema.
| WIF.D Members & SMU Students − $5 Each |
Non-Members − $8 Each |
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8th Annual Chick Flicks Film Festival - 2009
The Texas Film Commission, Post Asylum, the University of North Texas' RTVF and Studio Movie Grill joins in celebrating female filmmakers throughout Texas.
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Special thanks to this year's sponsors as we anticipate another entertaining film festival this fall, Oct. 8th! Their support of the evening emphasizes even more the value of this short film festival and its mission to showcase female talent throughout Texas!Add your name to our list of sponsors at chickflicks@wifdallas.org. Or support the fest by advertising in the official Chick Flicks Program?
Additional thanks to our year-round sponsors for their continued support - Crew Connection, PayReel, Roeder & Moon Insurance, and TM Television.
This year Chick Flicks expanded to include a film series with three additional screenings leading up to our highly anticipated 8th Annual Chick Flicks Film Festival to be held this year at the Studio Movie Grill in Dallas. The screenings and festival celebrate talented women, not only in the film industry, but in video, television, and new media; and not just in Dallas, but Texas-wide!
Artwork by Jana Perez at janacperez.com!
Submissions to the festival are still be accepted and now even easier. Read the guidelines here and submit your entry with Withoutabox.
Save this date - October 8, 2009
Location - Studio Movie Grill Dallas/Royal
Buy Your Tickets Here!
| WIF.D Members $5 Each, Limit 2 Please |
Non-Members $8 Each, No Limit |
2009 Chick Flicks Program & Sponsorship Information
Get Program and Sponsorship information here!
Meet and greet the filmmakers, fans and WIF.D members October 8, 2009 at the screening at the Studio Movie Grill - Dallas and then celebrate the winners with cool prizes at the awards ceremony afterwards without leaving your seat!
Tickets are $5 for WIF.D members and $8 for non-members and proceeds benefit the WIF.D Scholarship Program.
This festival is brought to in part by Studio Movie Grill, University of North Texas, Post Asylum and the Texas Film Commission.
Support for this event includes our additional year-round sponsors as well. Thanks to Roeder & Moon Insurance, TM Television, PayReel, Texas Film Commission and Crew Connection.
Want to be part of the action?
Step 1 - Read about the benefits of becoming a sponsor here - CF Sponsorship (pdf)
Step 2 - Now print out the CF Contract (pdf) and sign on the dotted line.
Don't want to become a full-fledged sponsor but want to still show your support and show off to our audience, place an ad in the Program.
Check out the great rates and reserve a space here CF Program and Spec Sheet (pdf).
DEADLINE for Program Ads is Friday Sept. 18th!
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The films are A Tale for Shmuli by Omar Milano, A Noble Way by Taama Forasiepi and David Brehm, Women @ Work by Anna Bussart-Dewell, and I’ll Take Care of You by Angie Alexander.
“These four films represent not only a diversity of stories and styles, but also the diversity of WIF.D members – documentaries and fiction films, professionals and students, men and women media makers,” said Board Member and Chick Flicks co-chair Jessica Schoenbaechler. “This showcase promises to be an evening of heartfelt stories, beautiful cinematography, genuine laughter, and sweet surprises.”
The showcase begins promptly at 7 PM and concludes with a Q&A with the filmmakers. Also in attendance, Chris Weidner, President of the popular site ShortFilmTexas.com, will be traveling in from Austin to join WIF.D in highlighting and interviewing our filmmakers.
Tickets are $5 for WIF.D members and $8 for non-members, with proceeds directly benefitting WIF.D’s annual scholarship program. The entire program runs approximately 92 minutes. Members are encouraged to arrive at 6:30 PM to network. Food and beverages are an additional expense and not included in the ticket price. To avoid the wait in line, buy your tickets online in advance at www.wifdallas.org.
WIF.D will hold an additional Chick Flicks screening in September and the annual festival in October. Both programs will be held at Studio Movie Grill. Submissions are ongoing and guidelines are online here at www.wifdallas.org.
Buy your tickets below to see this showcase!
Also don't miss out on our raffle with fun items like a pair of tickets to see Four Funny Females, June 20th with our own WIF.D Member, Linda Stogner. (Learn more at www.fourfunnyfemales.com or at www.eisemanncenter.com.)
The 4XWIF.D Films and Filmmakers:
A Tale for Shmuli by Omar MilanoA Tale for Shmuli is a story of how courage and determination can help us overcome the most unexpected situations. After volunteering for WIF.D’s public service announcement for The Bridge Breast Network, filmmaker Omar Milano discovered the touching story of David and Angela and their personal struggle with breast cancer. Through The Bridge, Omar learned that about 2,000 new cases of breast cancer are diagnosed each year in men. A Tale for Shmuli was named Best Student Short at last September’s Thin Line Film Festival in Denton.
Omar Milano is a graduate student at the University of North Texas, pursuing a Master of Fine Arts degree in documentary production. His primary interest is location sound mixing and recording. Omar is currently in production of his thesis documentary, about the history of production sound for film.
A Noble Way produced by Taama Forasiepi and David BrehmUpon learning disturbing news, Mark and Jeannie, a young engaged couple, decide to investigate the deepest recesses of their hill country ranch. Soon they discover a strange house and a mysterious paternal connection begins to unfold. Will Mark Noble determine if love is stronger than pride?
Taama is a producer/director with GETmill, Inc. where she specializes in industrial videos focusing on architectural visualization, commercial, sports, and healthcare facilities, as well as capital campaign fundraising, training, marketing, sales, advertising, and technical videos. A Noble Way is her first fiction film.
A UNT graduate, David was a 2D freelance artist in England before being hired by the Texas-based animation company DNA Productions. He was team leader on several animated projects including "Olive, The Other Reindeer," “Jimmy Neutron,” and “The Ant Bully.” As a musician, David has toured extensively with "The Destination Texas" band as well as "Southern Steel" and the popular jazz band, "The Brehms." He currently lives in Dallas, Texas where he is the co-founder and President of Blue Logic Productions.
Women @ Work by Anna Dewell-BussartWomen @ Work looks at three everyday women who have found their place in the work force alongside men. Featuring candid discussions on feminism, education, motherhood, and experiences working with men, Women @ Work
Anna Dewell-Bussart is currently the Project Coordinator for the College of Arts and Science at Texas Woman's University. After graduating in December 2008 from UNT with a MFA in Radio, Television, and Film, she continues to research and work on documentary films in the DFW area. “Between design, web development, and documentary I satisfy my appetite to create and in the process try to entertain and challenge social norms,” says Anna. “I love getting to know people and learning new things in every sphere of life.”
I’ll Take Care of You by Angie AlexanderImagine being alone and lost in the piney woods of east Texas. The sun is going down and you make a call to your satellite navigation provider because they always put you on the right path. . . . right? I’ll Take Care of You is a fun ride for any woman who has dreamed of getting even.
After working for the BBC and Stephen Spielberg’s Shoah Foundation, Texas native Angie Alexander founded Tempest Production Company to create educational films and documentaries. She’s directed a series of historical docs for the Irving Independent School district as well as the city’s official centennial documentary. Angie recently formed a new company, A Girl and a Camera Productions (funny story behind the name…you should ask her about it!) to handle the narrative projects in conjunction with Tempest Productions.
Buy your tickets here or at the door. Tickets are processed through PayPal. Price of ticket does not include price of food or drinks. Please bring receipt if ticket is purchased the day of the event after noon. Thanks and see you there! shows the passion these women have for their vocations.
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Filmmakers to Attend 4XWIF.D’S Screening! Read how we sold out and see who came!
Photos are posted! Updated!
Updated - June 2009
Check out the photos here in our WIF.D Gallery!
And check out our interviews by the filmmakers with Chris at ShortFilmTexas.com!Four films by WomenInFilm.Dallas members screened to a packed audience on Thursday, June 18 at Studio Movie Grill in Addison.
The films included Omar Milano's A Tale for Shmuli, A Noble Way by Taama Forasiepi and David Brehm, Women @ Work by Anna Bussart-Dewell, and I'll Take Care of You by Angie Alexander. Milano, Forasiepi, and Alexander attended the screening, while Jennifer Horst, the editor of Women @ Work represented the film in lieu of Bussart-Dewell.
"We really had a great time at the screening!" said Taama Forasiepi, producer of A Noble Way. "The WIF.D team did a great job organizing, publishing, and presenting the movies. Each movie had its own unique and endearing qualities. Thanks to WIF.D for supporting local filmmakers."
Chick Flicks is WomenInFilm.Dallas' year-long film series and the primary fundraiser for our annual scholarships, which are awarded every fall to female college students and applicants studying film, television, or video production in the North Texas region.
"As a former scholarship winner, I can attest to the importance of WIF.D's annual scholarship," said Jessica Schoenbaechler, WIF.D board member and Chick Flicks co-chair. "It made all the difference in the resources to which I had access and motivating me to finish my thesis film. I'm so pleased to know that audiences not only love watching films by our very own members but that they also feel strongly about supporting this cause."
Prior to the program, WIF.D gave away some cool raffle prizes including Kim Adelman's The Ultimate Filmmaker's Guide to Short Films: Making it Big in Shorts from Michael Wiese Productions, a pass for ten free yoga sessions at the Belt Line Dahn Yoga Center, spa services from The Spa at II Creeks, passes to Four Funny Females, a one-month pass to Laurel Whitsett's acting classes, four tickets to the upcoming production of Chapter Two at Contemporary Theatre, and coupons to Paciugo Gelato.
Afterwards, filmmakers, fans, and WIF.D members mingled, celebrating the filmmakers and providing comments to Chris Weidner of www.shortfilmtexas.com. "I would have to say attending the June Chick Flicks Film Series was probably one of the best experiences I've had at a Texas film event in recent years. Working with and meeting such a genuine group of people made visiting Dallas and promoting the event all that more rewarding," adds Chris Weidner.
The June Chick Flicks Film Series was sponsored by Studio Movie Grill - Addison and www.shortfilmtexas.com.
Dallas – June 2009
Four talented filmmakers will attend the screening of their short films and conduct a short Q&A session by ShortFilmTexas.com President, Chris Weidner, at Chick Flicks’ 4XWIF.D on Thursday, June 18th at Studio Movie Grill in Addison.
The films are A Tale for Shmuli by Omar Milano, A Noble Way by Taama Forasiepi and David Brehm, Women @ Work by Anna Bussart-Dewell, and I’ll Take Care of You by Angie Alexander. Milano, Forasiepi, and Alexander will attend the screening. Jennifer Horst, the editor of Women @ Work will represent the film in the absence of Bussart-Dewell.
Chick Flicks is WomenInFilm.Dallas’ year-long film series and the primary fundraiser for our annual scholarship, which is awarded every fall.
“A chance to speak with the filmmakers themselves is a fantastic learning and networking opportunity,” said Board Member and Chick Flicks co-chair Jessica Schoenbaechler. “No student of filmmaking will want to miss their insights into the production process or the task of telling heartfelt stories that truly resonate with audiences.”
The showcase begins promptly at 7 PM, although members are encouraged to arrive at 6:30 PM to network. Tickets are $5 for WIF.D members and $8 for non-members, with proceeds directly benefitting WIF.D’s annual scholarship program. The entire program runs approximately 92 minutes. To avoid the wait in line, buy your tickets online in advance at www.wifdallas.org.
WIF.D will hold an additional Chick Flicks screening in September and the annual festival in October. Both programs will be held at Studio Movie Grill. Submissions are ongoing and guidelines are here.
See production stills, read more about the films and talented filmmakers, and buy your tickets by clicking online here.
Tickets will also be available at the door!
Global Film Showcase Celebrates International Women's Day
Thanks to all that came out Sunday!
UPDATE - A crowd of independent film fans joined us for the March 8th event at Addison's Studio Movie Grill featuring short films made by women around the world, including the works of Texas' own Kay Candler, Jeanne Stern and Toddy Burton."We enjoyed a stellar lineup of provocative and well-made films by women from all over the world and our own backyard. My personal favorite was The Aviatrix, by Toddy Burton. Burton is currently developing a feature based on her short film and is certainly a filmmaker to watch for in the future."
This showcase is now part of the newly expanded year-round Chick Flicks program that you can enter. Submit your short film or feature for consideration in the next showcase this spring - learn how here.
Texas Talent to be Featured at WIFTI Showcase!
Joining Austin filmmaker Kat Candler, WIF.D is adding Jeanne Stern and Toddy Burton to our local lineup! Read more about these films below and plan on joining Women In Film.Dallas as we celebrate International Women's Day with Studio Movie Grill in Addison on Sunday, March 8th beginning at 5:00pm.
This is the Fourth Annual Short Film Showcase from Women in Film and Television International and is our first of four screenings for the newly expanding Chick Flicks Film Series and Festival.
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Celebrating International Women’s Day, this elite selection of female film talent will be screened in over 15 cities worldwide and will feature short films culled from over 40 finalist selections submitted by our international members and Film Festival Partners. There are currently 182 events planned from over 18 different countries to mark this March 8th occasion.
"On behalf of WIFTI's International Board of Directors and all WIF Chapters participating, I am pleased to announce this year's official selection of short films. We are honored to be showcasing the work of nine exceptionally gifted international directors from four countries. We look forward to marking International Women's Day with audiences across three continents, highlighting the strength of our network and celebrating the filmmaking talents of women worldwide." comments Kimberly Skyrme, Producer of Women in Film and Television’s International’s Short Film Showcase.
“This is one of my favorite events of the year!” exclaims Eileen Hoeter of Vancouver, Canada, current Chair of Women in Film and Television International. “For 25 years, I have been involved in an International Women’s Day celebration, and in all my years nothing matches the vitality of attending the WIFTI Showcase. This is WIFTI's fourth year producing the Showcase and it is always an unbelievable event! It’s truly inspiring to think that women around the world are watching films by women, all together on the same day.”
Women in Film Chapters are participating in China, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Sweden, and 12 cities throughout the U.S. WIF.D will be adding works from local women filmmakers to this list of outstanding films.
As part of the celebration, WIF.D has also teamed with several contributors to share their movies with our audience this Sunday. The Shopping Network QVC, who is also celebrating the 100th Anniversary of International Women's Day, is presenting the Girl Scouts of America with a very generous $250,000 dollar value donation of 25,000 DVD copies of the documentary, "14 Women," which they are also sharing with us.
This is going to be a great event! As one of our new WIF.D members coming up from San Antonio to join us at the WIFTI Showcase put it, "I'm very excited about these movies and I'm looking forward to being in a room full of creative minds."
WIFTI Showcase Tickets $10 General Public** |
WIFTI Showcase Tickets $5 WIF.D Members** Limit 2 Please |
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