MFG NEWS ARCHIVES/ ARCHIVES DE NOUVELLES DU MFG

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• Posted August 29th, 2008: MFG member Dov Okouneff writes: "Mountain Lake PBS (Ch. 57) will be broadcasting the D.O. Film productions: Montreal Jewish Memories - Part I, Stories of the Twenties - and Part II, Stories of the Thirties on Sunday, September 7th, 6 PM and, again, on Sunday, September 14th, 4 PM. These are the first two films of a four-part series - 52 minutes each - on Montreal Jewish life from the early immigrant years, through the Depression and WW II, and through the Post-War period.

• Posted August 29th, 2008: MFG member Paul Aflalo writes: "After being in the news for the better part of a year (because of the proposed redevelopment), Griffintown remains to this day, virtually unknown to most Montrealers. To bring awareness to this lost part of Montreal; Concordia University Television presents a three-day film, music, dance and theatre event celebrating Griffintown's rich history. Remember Griffintown will be taking place on September 12, 13 and 14th at 950 Ottawa Street, offering a wide variety of activities, all at no cost." More info.

• Posted August 29th, 2008: The Quebec Writer's Federation offers the following workshop: 'Research And Rights Clearance – Books, Film, Video And Music Lyrics' - Saturday, October 25, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 1200 Atwater Avenue, Atwater Library Auditorium. Workshop leader: Elizabeth Klinck. This session will be invaluable for all writers, screenwriters and documentary filmmakers to learn about navigating the world of research and clearances. More info.

• Posted August 29th, 2008: MFG member Emmanuel Hessler writes: "Hi everyone. I am looking for a place or a person who would be able to help me with printing some information directly onto a DVD (read "no labels"). If anyone can do this for me or would have a printer for sale, please get in touche with me. You can call me at 514.677.8980. Thanks for the help. MFG for life! ehessler@bisfilms.com // Bonjour a tous. Je suis a la recherche d'un endroit ou d'une personne qui pourrait m'aider a imprimer de l'information directement sur un DVD (c a dire pas d'étiquette). Si vous pouvez m'aider ou si vous avez une imprimante a vendre, svp contactez moi au 514.677.8980. Merci de votre aide. MFG a vie! ehessler@bisfilms.com"

• Posted August 29th, 2008: Job posting: The Segal Centre for the Performing Arts will soon be opening a brand new lounge called ArtLounge. This comfortable space will serve organic/fair-trade coffees, espressos and teas, as well as juices, smoothies, sandwiches and desserts. ArtLounge is hiring counter staff for the opening of the cafe. Duties will include baristing, basic food preparation and customer service. Hours will be approximately from 5pm-11pm nightly, week-days and weekends. Do you want to work in a fun, artistic setting? Are you a great people-person? If so, please send your CV to rhanson@segalcentre.org indicating "ArtLounge staff" as the subject of your email. Read more about the Segal Centre at SegalCentre.org.

• Affiché le 29 août : Pour célébrer le 60e anniversaire de la Déclaration universelle des droits de l'Homme, le Festival de films sur les droits de la personne de Montréal (FFDPM) présente les Rendez-vous des droits de la personne, les jeudis 4 septembre, 2 octobre, 6 novembre et 4 décembre 2008 à 18 h 30 au Cinéma ONF (1564, rue Saint-Denis, Montréal). Séance : 7$ [adulte], 5$ [étudiant et aîné]. Billets en vente dès le 28 août uniquement au guichet du cinéma ONF. Plus d'info.

• Posted August 29th, 2008: MFG member Michael Julian Berz writes: "Hi, I am new to Montreal and look for connections in Montreal and elsewhere, willing to travel! My own set of tools: Sony EX3 with Letus Extreme and a range of Nikon lenses. HD production with great fun cameraman. Lighting and sound package available. phone: 514 754 8019, michael_berz@yahoo.com, www.access2dance.com

• Posted August 26th, 2008: MFG member Douglas John Kropla writes: "I have for sale a Firestore FS160 (that's 160 gigs of space). It comes with 5 batteries that all still hold at least an hour charge, the external FSBC battery charger, and the BeBox case, with the slide out tray, that fits underneath the HVX. Retail would be over $3000.00, my price $2000.00 OBO. The FS160 can record 6.6 hours of 720pn footage. It is version 4 so you can do variable frame rates. It records either P2, P2pn or quicktime or QTpn file format in HD or many more in SD. Is flawless never had any problems with mine. Douglas John Kropla 514-451-9692, douglasjohnkropla@yahoo.ca"

• Posted August 26th, 2008: MFG member Douglas John Kropla writes: "For those MFG members looking for that film look, I am now offering HD production with the M2 cine-adapter from Redrock. Also available full lighting and sound packages. douglasjohnkropla@yahoo.ca"

• Posted August 26th, 2008: MFG member Stefan Verna writes: "Dear friends, sorry for the last minute notice but I got the info today myself. On Thursday nite, Aug. 27th, the St-Ambroise Arts room will host the Cine Salon which will feature music videos by local film directors. I'll be showing Lakay by rap artist Vox Sambou which was shot in Cuba and Haiti. The event will start at 10:30pm but it will preceeded by two other event of interest: at 8pm screening of the documentary What Is Indie by MFG member Dave Cool (it's wicked). Then the screening of the Indie Music Video Festival at 9:30pm. www.imvf.com/. It all goes down at: The Centre St. Ambroise, 5080 St. Ambroise st. near St. Remi. http://maps.google.ca/?hl=en FREE!!!!"

• Posted August 26th, 2008: MFG member Mika Goodfriend writes: Do you or someone you know have a beautiful retro/vintage fridge? I am doing a photography project on 50s and 60s fridges, all shapes, sizes and colors. Drop me a line if you've got a lead! mikagoodfriend@gmail.com

• Posted August 26th, 2008: MFG member Laura Turek writes: "Hi all, My latest film Man of the Family is playing at the Montreal World Film Festival. The times are: Cinéma ONF/NFB 1564 St. Denis (corner Maisonneuve) August 27, 2008 17h50 and August 28, 2008 11h00. Hope to see you there! More info. "

• Affiché le 26 août 2008 : Culture Montréal nous écrit : Il nous fait plaisir de vous annoncer qu’un grand rassemblement est prévu le Mercredi 27 août 2007, À 10 H 30 à la Société des arts technologiques, 1195, boul. Saint-Laurent. Cette importante manifestation a demandé à ce jour une participation active et fort engagée de la part de nombreux partenaires du milieu culturel. Tous les acteurs du secteur des arts et de la culture, ainsi que la population, sont invités à cette manifestation qui lancera le message suivant au gouvernement Harper : renoncez aux coupures annoncées en arts et en culture! Rappelons que les coupures, totalisant presque 25 millions de dollars, touchent notamment la promotion et l’exportation des produits artistiques et culturels à l’étranger, une dimension cruciale du développement artistique au Canada. Astiquer et apporter avec vous les divers prix et trophées d’excellence artistique que vous avez reçus à l’international – vous serez appelés les faire voir! Plus d'info.

• Posted August 26th, 2008: The Montreal World Film Festival's programming includes the World Premiere of Vancouver-based director Eileen Yaghoobian's feature documentary Died Young Stayed Pretty, presented in the Documentaries of the World category. Died Young Stayed Pretty is the first feature documentary to take a candid look at the renaissance of North America's underground indie-rock poster movement. In 2001 this little known industry experienced a creative comeback spurred on by the launch of Gigposters.com, a web portal that aims to catalogue rock posters across the globe. Picking up where punk left off, Died Young Stayed Pretty reveals a new breed of counter-culturists; artists that set out to destroy the mainstream through their controversial and intensely visceral design work. FFM screening dates: Fri. Aug. 29, 7pm, ONF Cinema; Sat. Aug. 30th, 1pm, ONF Cinema; Sun. Aug. 31st, 5pm, ONF Cinema. More info.

• Posted August 26th, 2008: MFG member Hugh John Murray writes: "Short film, Desiderata, ACTRA MIP agreement, now open to non-ACTRA, UDA, theatre students - anyone - to be shot in mid September, is currently looking for the following roles: Lead - late 20s, early 30s - blondish hair, medium build. Father - early 30s, can handle a 1970s look, light to brown hair. iPod girl - attractive woman, early 20s. Please send recent CV and headshot to castingnova@gmail.com

• Posted August 22nd, 2008: The Flyt Foundation writes: “We are a non-profit organization (Federal charitable status pending) forwarding leadership development for young people. Through its educational and financial programs, Flyt uses video and editing tools to help young people become proactive citizens. Flyt’s Board of Directors is currently seeking three volunteer filmmakers (with editing experience and equipment) to work with our youth leadership team as mentors/advisors in the production of Flyt’s pilot “rockumentaries”. These two-minute documentary shorts will feature our young people’s themes of interest, framed by fast-paced editing styles, cool video effects and musical accompaniment. The successful candidate must be prepared to commit about 6-8 hours spread over the month of September. Full credit for work to be provided and future opportunity for consistent paid work is likely when the organization moves from “start-up” to “trusted youth leadership development specialist”. To schedule an interview or for more information, please call Mike at 514-924-7097 or email info@flytfoundation.org”

• Posted August 22nd, 2008: Superu.ca writes: "Hello All! We value your opinion and want you to tell us which video deserves to win our "Family War & Peace" contest! You have until August 24th to log onto our website and make your opinion heard. May the best video win!! PLUS.... Superu.ca has TWO film contests on the go, with deadlines fast approaching! Interested in finding out more? Read on...
  OUR HERO - It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s OUR HERO!! Grab your camera and show us who is a hero - or superhero - to you! Submit your video for the chance to win $1000 and the chance to have your piece broadcast on Super Channel. HOMAGE TO FILM NOIR - The Femme Fatale. The Private Eye. Shot in black & white. These stylish crime dramas have never gone out of fashion. Send us your most hard-boiled homage to Film Noir. The best film wins $1,000 and the chance for a broadcast on Super Channel. OUT THERE - It's time to show us your pride! This video contest features films by and about the Gay, Lesbian, Bi-Sexual and Transgendered Community. Share stories Directed with Diversity or Produced with Pride. Enlighten, educate and entertain. Whatever. If you show us your rainbow you could win $2,500 and the chance for broadcast on Super Channel. We know you've got what it takes to be the next winner! For more contest information, rules and deadlines please visit www.superu.ca

• Posted August 21st, 2008: Job Posting: Seville Pictures has 2 new job openings. More details here: Coordonnateur-trice des livraisons TV, Responsable du marketing en vidéo.

• Affiché le 21 août 2008 : Soyez les premiers à découvrir une sélection de courts métrages du concours international Migr@tions ! Radio Canada International, dans le cadre du Festival des films du monde de Montréal, présente en avant-première 28 courts métragesinternationaux sur l'immigration. 15 courts métrages en français tournés dans 5 pays au Cinéma ONF (1564, St-Denis, Montréal) les 23 et 25 août - 19 h. Les billets sont disponibles à partir du samedi 16 août aux endroits suivants : Cinémas Quartier Latin, Cinéma Impérial, Place des arts.

• Posted August 21st, 2008: Be the first to discover a selection of short films from the Migr@tion'sinternational contest ! Radio Canada International will premier 28 international short films on immigration at the Montreal World Film Festival 13 English language short films shot in 6 countries at the NFB Theatre (1564 St-Denis, Montreal) August 24th and 26th - 7 PM. The tickets are available from Saturday August 16th at the following places : Cinémas Quartier Latin, Impérial Theatre, Place des arts.

• Posted August 21st, 2008: MFG member Josh Usheroff writes: "Hello friends and fellow filmmakers, I am writing to let you know that my short documentary Seeking Status will be included in a special Radio Canada “Migr@tions”presentation at the Montreal World Film Festival. The screening will take place at the NFB Theatre (1564 St-Denis / de Maisonneuve) August 24th and 26th - 7 PM. Synopsis: In the years 2000 and 2001, hundreds of Zimbabwean citizens immigrated to Canada in search of refugee status. Those whose claims were denied were scheduled to be deported back to Zimbabwe within forty-eight hours. Fearing for her life, Dorothy Dubé refused deportation and sought refuge in a Montreal Church. After her case garnered significant media attention, a ministerial order was passed declaring a moratorium on Canadian deportations to Zimbabwe. Today, Ayanda Kieth seeks Canadian status. This short documentary tells the stories of these two denied refugee claimants and their pursuit of legal status. Thanks for your interest and support, Josh."

• Posted August 21st, 2008: MFG member Julian Fererra invites other MFG members to his new feature film En Plein Coeur in official competition at the Montreal World Film Festival. Dates: Wed. Aug. 27 (9am) at the Cinema Imperial; Wed. Aug. 27 (7pm) at the Theatre Maisonneuve; Thurs. Aug. 28 (2pm) at the Cinema Imperial. More info.

• Posted August 18th, 2008: The National Screen Institute - Canada is seeking Canadian filmmaking teams to participate in NSI Features First 2008 – a professional development program designed to help emerging filmmakers advance their first or second feature film. It aims to help filmmakers hone their script while also understanding the business aspects of feature film development. Up to five teams are chosen for this 10-month, three-phase program and are selected based on the strength of their film concepts and the potential development and packaging of their film projects. The curriculum includes script and story development, market research, legal requirements, pitching, financing, distribution as well as marketing and sales training - delivered by leaders in the Canadian film industry. The teams chosen for the program are not required to pay tuition fees or relocate and, after initial training, learning opportunities are developed close to home. Guidelines and application forms are available on the NSI website. Deadline: Monday, September 22, 2008. Click for more info at the NSI's web site.

• Posted August 18th, 2008: TV reperter job posting at CBC-Montreal. Deadline August 19th. More info.

• Posted August 18th, 2008: Various jobs posted at the NFB's job listing page. More info.

• Posted August 18th, 2008: Filmmaka.com, The Ford Motor Company and advertising firm JWT Team Detroit are asking you to write a script about the iconic Mustang automobile. They have provided several Mustang Stories for you to base your script on - or you can write about a Mustang Story of your own! SCRIPTS ARE DUE TUESDAY, AUGUST 26. Twenty will be chosen and given $5000 up front to fund their production. Those writers then have 2 weeks to produce their scripts. These deadlines are tight to accommodate the September launch of a television show to which this campaign is tied. More info.

• Posted August 18th, 2008: Freeze Frame Media Arts Centre has two exciting positions available in Winnipeg, Canada. Le centre des arts médiatiques pour jeunes : Freeze Frame à deux postes disponibles à Winnipeg, Canada. Are you passionate about film? Do you want to share that passion with young audiences? A dynamic Media Arts Centre for Young People located in Winnipeg, Canada has an exciting opportunity for an energetic team player with proven leadership and fundraising skills and a commitment to sharing the art of filmmaking with young people. Freeze Frame requires an Executive Director to ensure this 12-year old organization continues to provide quality programming in both French and English for years to come. Our programming includes an annual International film festival, year round video production workshops, a youth video competition and tours to rural and northern Manitoba. Freeze Frame also requires an Workshop Facilitator who is fully bilingual (French and English) and who enjoys teaching children and teens how to make movies. This position is funded by Young Canada Works, eligible candidates must be a maximum 30 years of age on first day of work and hold a completed post-secondary degree. For a complete job description contact info@freezeframeonline.org. Candidates for either position are asked to send a resume and letter of motivation to info@freezeframeonline.org by noon September 22, 2008.

• Posted August 18th, 2008: Telefilm's The Feature It! initiative is back for the second year running. With support from the Department of Canadian Heritage, Telefilm Canada is offering writers, writer-directors and producers working in English in Quebec the opportunity to secure funding to develop a feature film project, and to hone their feature film skills through training workshops and professional coaching. This initiative, part of Telefilm’s Official Language Activities (OLA) Program, is aimed at expanding the English-speaking talent pool from Quebec and enabling visual content creators to develop fiction feature film projects with the potential to reach audiences in their communities, across Canada and abroad. Last year, Telefilm Canada supported five English-language projects from Quebec at the pre-development stage. Two of the five projects received $20,000 in development support to write a first draft. For additional details on the calls for projects for Feature It! and its French-language counterpart, Écrire au long, visit www.telefilm.gc.ca before the application deadline: Tuesday, September 23, 2008. Applications can be submitted via eTelefilm.

• Posted August 15th, 2008: Ciné-Asie is recruiting talented interns for 2008-2009. Selected interns, under the guidance of staff, will learn the ins and outs of the environment of production and distribution, as well as the everyday running of the company. More Info.

• Posted August 15th, 2008: MFG member Adam Reider writes: "Rail City Media is looking for a special effects supervisor/team to create a dog dummy to use on a short film scheduled to shoot in October. Applicants should be able to create the prop as well as assist on the day of shooting. Applicants must have a link to a portfolio or reel. Contact Adam Reider for more info! adamreider@hotmail.com"

• Posted August 15th, 2008: CALL OUT FOR PERFORMERS FOR ELAN FUNDRAISING SCHMOOZER: ELAN is inviting artists in all genres to present short (1 to 5 minutes) performances/ projections (videos, films, paintings, photography) for a contemporary happening event with a gallery feel. ELAN's Fundraising Schmoozer is scheduled for Tuesday November 18 at the venerable Sala Rosa. Submitted pieces should be short, punchy, intriguing, thought-provoking, entertaining. They should also require minimal technical support beyond a small stage, microphone and a light for live performance, or a projector. This will be a rare opportunity to present work in a multidisciplinary context to a diverse audience of artists and friends. A jury will select a balanced programme featuring works from all artistic disciplines. Please send a DVD to ELAN (4710 rue St-Ambroise, #309B, Montreal, QC, H4C 2C7). Submission deadline: September 15th. Call the office for more info (514) 935-3312.

• Posted August 13th, 2008: MFG member Halima Ouardiri of EyeSteelFilm writes: "Back by popular demand, Up the Yangtze will return to theatres this Friday August 15 for an open run at Montreal’s AMC Forum. The epic documentary provides another face to China not shown during the Olympic Games, exploring the lives of people living along the Yangtze River, forced to deal with flooding from the massive Three Gorges Dam. Chang’s award-winning feature is currently in theatres in the USA, Europe and Australia, and has now grossed over $1 million in North America alone. This box office makes Up the Yangtze one of the all time top-grossing documentaries in both Canada and the USA. Internationally the film has played in almost every country on the globe racking up numerous awards for Canada. The production company, EyeSteelFilm, has now raised over $30,000 in donations for the Yu family, who are featured in the film. The proceeds are paying for the father’s cataract operations, other health care issues and continuing the children’s education. Please show your support by coming out on OPENING WEEKEND. Documentaries don't last long in theaters without your SUPPORT! Presented in English with Mandarin subtitles. Dolby 5.1, 95 minutes, 35mm." Official site and Trailer, Photos

• Affiché le 13 août 2008 : Membre MFG Halima Ouardiri de EyeSteelFilm nous écrit : "De retour à la demande du public, Sur le Yangzi est de retour sur les écrans ce vendredi 15 août à l’AMC Forum à Montréal. En explorant la vie des gens forcés de se relocaliser à cause de l’inondation provoquée par le barrage des Trois-Gorges, ce documentaire épique donne accès à un autre côté de la Chine qui n’est pas mis de l’avant pendant les Jeux Olympiques. Le documentaire plusieurs fois primé est actuellement sur les écrans aux États-Unis, en Australie et en Europe. Les recettes ont déjà dépassé le million en Amérique du Nord. Ce box office record fait de Sur le Yangzi un des documentaires les plus rentables de tous les temps au Canada et aux Etats-Unis. À l’international, le film a été présenté dans presque tous les pays du globe remportant de nombreux prix et élevant le Canada au rang du prestige. La compagnie de production, EyeSteelFilm, a déjà récolté plus de $30,000 en dons pour la famille Yu dont le portrait est dressé dans le film. Les profits paient pour différents soins de santé, notamment les opérations de la cataracte du père de Cindy Yu Shui, ainsi que pour l’éducation des trois enfants. Montrer votre support en venant lors de la FIN DE SEMAINE D’OUVERTURE. Les documentaires ne durent pas longtemps au cinéma sans votre SUPPORT! Présenté en mandarin avec sous-titres anglais, 35mm avec son Dolby 5.1, 95 minutes." Site officiel et Trailer, Photos

• Posted August 12th, 2008: MFG member Arshad Khan writes: "Amal is Richi Mehta's debut feature film based on his short that won several awards and the TIFF filmmaker assistance grant. A gorgeous tale set in New Delhi. It is playing in Toronto at the Varsity and Montreal at the AMC Theater. Please check it out and support a fantastic and totally independent film project. Starring Naseeruddin Shah and Rupinder Nagra. More info and trailer.

• Posted August 12th, 2008: MFG member Hugh John Murray writes: "Hi - I'm desperately searching for a 1970s house for a location for my short film to be shot in mid September - a half day of shooting. Maybe you know someone's parents that have a house trapped in the 70s in TMR or West Island - a rumpus room that escaped modernity, a living room caught in 70s amber. If you know of someone, please drop me a line - would love to hear from you. There may be a small honourarium available of a location fee (this is a lo/no budget production with the support of ACTRA, with many great people volunteering their talent). Thank you for your time and attention. hjmurray@galafilm.com"

• Posted August 11th, 2008: SuperU.ca writes: "We here at Super U are proud to announce Carmen Forsberg as the $3000 winner of the "Doc Watchin': Enviro Solutions" video contest. Her film Q'oyllur Ritti - God Of The Snow Mountain, explores one of the world’s highest, less known and most amazing pilgrimages - which unfortunately has started to change because of the effects of global warming. Interested in checking out the video? Click on this link to see it for youself!: http://www.superu.ca/content/272 PLUS.... You STILL have three chances to win cash prizes! Super U.ca has extended the deadline for three contests. More info: http://www.superu.ca"

• Posted August 11th, 2008: Audition: The Segal Centre's Rachelle Glait writes: "I need non-Equity non-Actra actors for our upcoming production Of Dangerous Liaisons. They will be needed from Aug. 18 (weekends and Wednesday evening) and all day Sept. 2,3, and 4 and then for the run from Sept. 7 - 28. There is no remuneration but they will receive an Equity credit and get to work with Alexandre Marine. Please contact rglait@sympatico.ca or call the theatre and ask for Rachelle 514-739-2301. Thank you, Rachelle."

• Posted August 11th, 2008: MFG member Graeme Campbell writes: "At last Everest is coming to a CBC screen near you, Aug. 31 and September 1. For those of you who can't Get CBC, the DVD will be released this fall in North America. Trailer"

• Posted August 11th, 2008: MFG member Tamar Kozlov invites you to Cine Salon/IMVF on Thursday, August 28 at 9:00pm at Centre St. Ambroise. More info.

• Posted August 11th, 2008: The next Tom Todoroff Workshop is coming to Montreal, September 13th & 14th. Few spaces left. Voice & Speech bonus workshop with Rea Nolan will be on Sunday, August 24th, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at C.A.M. building, 3450 St-Urbain. The on camera Audition Workshop bonus workshop with Elite Casting will be on Sunday September 7th, at the MAI, 360 Jeanne-Mance, studio 428, time to be confirmed. More info: ttwmontreal@gmail.com

• Posted August 7th, 2008: DOC QUEBEC / 2880 FILM BLITZ SPONSORSHIP ITEMS UP FOR AUCTION ON EBAY: Here is a list of things we have on eBay that were part of the Blitz sponsorship – the big item is 2 HOT DOCS INDUSTRY PASSES AND 2 RETURN TRIPS TORONTO-MONTREAL (or vice versa) - please take a look and make some bids – 2880 is our annual fundraiser – there are all access passes to 2 Montreal film festivals as well. Thanks to Andrea Feder for setting all this up. Items: Item #1: HOT DOCS & VIA - 2 Hot Docs Industry Passes and Via Tickets (MTL-TO) or (TO-MTL); Item #2: VIA RAIL - 2 return Train tickets (MTL-TO) or (TO-MTL); Item #3: FNC - 2 all screening access tickets to the Festival du nouveau Cinema (a Great Montreal Festival in October; Item #4: FNC - 2 all screening access passes to the Festival du nouveau Cinema (a Great Montreal Festival in October; Item #5: RIDM - 2 all screening access passes the RIDM (Montreal’s Documentary Film Festival in November www.ridm.qc.ca); Item #6: Yoga Classes – 10 classes at the Luna Yoga centre in Old-Montreal.

• Posted August 7th, 2008: Job Posting: MFG member Alex Wolfe writes: "Documentary producer/director Alex Wolfe seeks DOPs, Editors, Composers, Sound Engineers, and production support for two upcoming multi-crew documentaries in Puerto Rico and New York. Canadians living in NYC helpful. French required. Spanish required for production #1. For more info and to send resumes/links: mambomedia@yahoo.com. Shooting this Fall/Winter.

• Posted August 7th, 2008: MFG member Paul Neudorf writes: "My new short film Refractions will be screened this Saturday at Sala Rossa as part of Indyish's MonthlyMess, an evening of music, film and performance (http://www.indyish.com/events). Confirmed are 5 musicans (cello, flute, clarinet, percussion, voice, live electronics) and 2 dancers who will improvise before the projection. Looks like a fun night - hope to see you there! -Paul. Saturday, Aug. 9th, 8pm, Sala Rossa, 4848 St-Laurent. Entry: pay as you can."

• Posted August 7th, 2008: MSOPA BBQ this Saturday, August 9th. Rain or shine. 2741 Notre Dame W. More details here.

• Posted August 6th, 2008: Double Negative Collective Presents: SAMI VAN INGEN: THREE 35MM FILM WORKS. Artist in attendance, August 7th (Thu.), 9:00 p.m. Cinéma Parallèle (Ex-Centris), 3536, boul. St-Laurent, Montreal, Ticket $7.50. Info: 514-847-2206 (box-office) More info.

• Posted August 4th, 2008: The Segal Centre is looking for volunteers to help out with the gala on Tuesday August 19, starting at 6:30pm. It marks the official inauguration of the Segal Centre for Performing Arts at the Saidye, honouring the Montreal business community. The cocktail evening will include performances by the Swinging Air Force Entertainment Group and the Dixie Kings. The gala will culminate with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Volunteers are needed to assist with the registration table, directing traffic, and working with the photographer pointing out key people. For more information, contact Shari Ann Fleming – safleming@segalcentre.org or (514)739-2301 ext. 8310. Segal Centre web site.

• Affiché le 4 aout, 2008 : "FORMATION DESIGN DES ARTS INTERACTIFS ET ESTHÉTIQUE DE L’INTÉRACTIVITÉ (DAISI). Cette formation s’adresse à des artistes désireux d’approfondir leur connaissance par l’apprentissage de méthodes de design liées à la réalisation de composantes électroniques d’oeuvres interactives. Seulement huit artistes des arts médiatiques pourront suivre cette formation l’automne prochain (entre le 4 octobre et le 10 décembre 2008) dans le nouveau laboratoire de Vidéographe production. Date limite d'inscription : 15 septembre 2008. Plus d'info."

• Posted August 4th, 2008: MFG member Peter Andronas writes: "Assistant Director, Sound and Boom Operator wanted, preferably with equipment, willing to collaborate with creator's vision for a sitcom to be submitted at the New York TV Festival. Compensation offered upon the sale of the sitcom to major networks. Please check newyorktvfestival.com for details. An incredible location has already been scouted and optioned and the actors are fully rehearsed and the musicians are now on call. The first production crew has backed-out because of an opportunity in Toronto. Peter, 514-946-5011, pandronas@hotmail.com"

• Posted August 1st, 2008: Montreal's Video Party is now accepting short film submissions on the following themes: "Work In Progress", "the Traveler" and "Consume". For more info please visit the Video Party web site.

• Posted August 1st, 2008: Congratulations to Montreal filmmaker Chris Agoston who just won $5000 as part of a SuperU.ca short film contest. His hilarious film, Tri-bute, created with and starring Kyle Gatehouse and Matt Raudsepp, can be seen here. More SuperU.ca contests to submit your films to can be found here.

• Affiché le 31 juillet 2007 : Membre MFG Simon Lacroix nous écrit : "J'ai un nouveau court-métrage en ligne qui s'appelle 2072. C'est le premier épisode de ma nouvelle série animée qui se passe dans le futur après qu'une bombe nucléaire est tombée sur la ville de Montréal. Voici le lien: http://www.bangbangtemort.com/esbark_005/"

• Posted July 31, 2008: MFG member Frank Sanna writes: "Looking for a classic convertible to be featured in 35mm short film. Classic model (large, front and back seats ) preferred - needed a few days around the third week of August 2008 in Montreal. (Any drivable condition - need not be 'pristine'). This is a 'no' budget film made with an entirely volunteer cast and crew - all professional and competent. Will provide DVD of finished film with your credits. Please contact Frank at fsanna@gammafilm.ca or call 514 277 0052 or forward this message to someone who you think can help!"

• Affiché le 30 luillet: "Stage non-rémunéré dans le cadre de la réalisation d’un film franco-québécois : Un producteur français basé à Montréal et un organisme sans but lucratif, La Fondation Québec-Labrador (www.qlf.org), sont à la recherche d’un(e) étudiant(e) en cinéma ou domaines connexes. Le ou la stagiaire va effectuer des recherches de chaînes de télévision potentiellement intéressées par un film documentaire sur Brest en France et le site perdu de Brest en Basse-Côte-Nord du Québec. La personne va également rechercher des subventions possibles pour réaliser ce film. Le stage prendra 15 heures par semaine pour une durée de 3 mois et aura lieu à Montréal. Le ou la stagiaire devrait parfaitement maîtriser la langue française, avoir des excellentes aptitudes en recherche et communication verbale et écrite, et des connaissances dans le domaine de la télévision. Il y aura la possibilité d'une rémunération en même temps pour le développement d'autres reportages. Veuillez envoyer votre CV et lettre de motivation à Adrienne Blattel, ablattel@qlf.org, avant le 20 août."

• Posted July 30th, 2008: Congratulations to MFG member Joe Balass whose NFB short Baghdad Twist was recently selected at the Toronto International Film Festival. More info on the film and the six other NFB/ONF shorts selected for TIFF 2008 here. Full press release here.

• Posted July 30th, 2008: MFG member Santino Lucia writes: "Casting Call: 3 actresses and 1 actor wanted for independent short film, Distant Lover. In Montreal, starts Fall 2008, six days shoot. Non-Actra only. Please view info and breakdowns here. Please e-mail your CV and latest head shot to: santinolucia@gmail.com"

• Posted July 30th, 2008: The NFB's CITIZENShift will be hosting a screening soirée tonight during the WITNESS VAI 2008. CITIZENShift collaborators will be presenting their work and sharing their experiences with human rights defenders from around the world. Please join us for an evening of screenings and discussion on media creation at: Concordia University’s CJ building auditorium (Loyola Campus) – 7141 Sherbrooke Street West (corner West Broadway). Wednesday, July 30th, 7:30pm. Map.

• Posted July 28th, 2008: MFG member Hugh John Murray writes: "Looking for a story-board artist for lo/no budget short film to be shot in September. Small honourarium provided. Great opportunity for student graphic designers / artists. hjmurray@galafilm.com"

• Posted July 25th, 2008: MFG member Jacques E. Bouchard writes: "We're looking for a volunteer boom operator for a 3-minute short to be shot around August 31st on a café terrace. Must know how to work a portable mixer (at least in theory). One afternoon only, meal included. You get credit and a DVD. Free sunblock! Contact: jebouchard@rightbrainprods.com"

• Posted July 24th, 2008: MFG member Dan Ahmad writes: "I am looking for a focus puller for the RED cam for 3 to 5 days of shooting in early August. Also loking for a gaffer. We will be a crew of 7 to 9 people. 1 day in Montreal other days in rural Quebec. Please email me at dan@katunprod.com"

• Posted July 24th, 2008: MFG member Martin Edralin writes: "I require a cinematographer/DP to shoot interviews for a historical music doc; all day Aug 9th. Prefer someone who owns or has access to a professional miniDV camera. Students and emerging filmmakers welcome. Unpaid with potential for paid gig on another project. Contact: maedralin@gmail.com."

• Affiché le 24 juillet, 2008 : Membre MFG Masoud Raouf nous écrit : "Un atelier gratuit d’initiation au cinéma documentaire (durée de 7 jours). Sous la direction du cinéaste Masoud Raouf, lauréat de nombreux prix. Destiné aux jeunes adultes de 20 à 35 ans résidant dans Côte-des-Neiges. La date: du 9 au 18 septembre 2008, entre 18h00 et 21h00. N.B. Nous fournissons l’équipement. Objectif : Cet atelier pratique fera parcourir aux élèves le processus complet de la création d’un court-métrage documentaire, de manière à leur ouvrir l’accès à un langage puissant pour valoriser et communiquer leur vécu personnel dans leur propres images. Pour vous inscrire, veuillez communiquer avec Gilda Monreal: gildamonreal@gmail.com ou Masoud Raouf (514) 824-2341, masoudraouf@hotmail.com, http://www.masoudraouf.com Pamphlet ici. // A free 7-day documentary filmmaking workshop led by award winning Filmmaker Masoud Raouf. For young adults aged 20 to 35, Living in Côte-des-Neiges. Date: 9 to 18 September 2008, from 6 to 9 p.m. N.B. We provide the equipment. Goal: This hand-on workshop will take the students through the complete process of making a short documentary, providing them an opportunity to learn how to preserve and communicate their stories and experiences in their own images. For Workshop registration please contact Gilda Monreal, gildamonreal@gmail.com or Masoud Raouf: (514) 824-2341 masoudraouf@hotmail.com, http://www.masoudraouf.com, Course flyer.

• Posted July 22nd, 2008: MFG member Brian Murphy writes: "Looking for several film makers/shooters with DVX100 a or b cameras or with experience operating this camera, for a one day shoot in mid August. You must have/own/or we will rent a camera, tripod and batteries for 4 hours work. You must have a reel to show examples of your work. You must be bilingual French and English. It is a one day shoot with all the camera settings synced and time-code jammed. The rate will be the same for all and will be industry standard for operator and equipment. We want a balanced team so this is an equal opportunity gig. Women and Men wanted. No phone calls send your resume and links only. bmurphy@wabi-sabi.com// Recherche de plusieurs réalisateurs de film avec cameras DVX100 A ou B avec l'expérience utilisant ce camera, pour une tournage d'un jour en mi-août. Vous devez avoir/posséder votre propre camera ou nous louerons un pour vous. . trépied et les batteries bon pour 4 heures fonctionnent. Vous devez avoir une bobine pour montrer des exemples de votre travail. Vous devez être français et anglais bilingues. C'est une tournage d'un jour avec tous les arrangements cameras syncro et le code de reperage syncro. Le taux sera le même pour tous et sera industriellement compatible pour l'opérateur et l'équipement. Nous voulons une équipe équilibrée ainsi que c'est une gig d'égalité des chances. Les femmes et les hommes ont voulu. bmurphy@wabi-sabi.com"

• Posted July 22nd, 2008: MFG member Faisal Lutchmedial writes: "UrbanHanded Works need a volunteer gaffer, make up artist, and a few grips for the next music video for the United Steel Workers of Montreal this Sunday, the 27th of July. No pay, but it's a great project, with great people involved. Take a look at the last video we made for them: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqxurfvV5bM Contact Faisal Lutchmedial at: info@lutchmedial.ca

• Posted July 18th, 2008: Concordia University Television Station Summer Video Bootcamp for youth aged 15-19, July 28-August 8, 2008. This jam-packed camp in CUTV's downtown Concordia facility will give participants the skills they need to start making movies. Youth will work in teams alongside experienced filmmakers and media professionals from the Montreal area, with access to professional and semi-professional equipment. Cost: $200 for two weeks, 9-5pm. Full or partial scholarships are available - no questions asked! To register by July 24, email cutv@alcor.concordia.ca with the heading "summer camp registration" or call 514.848-2424 ext. 7403. For more information, go to http://cutv.concordia.ca/

• Posted July 17th, 2008: Paul Neudorf writes: "Hi all, I'm looking for a professional colour corrector to spend an hour or so to help me put the finishing touches on my video. I would like to ensure that the video is ready for broadcast. Contact me at: paul.neudorf@gmail.com."

• Posted July 16th, 2008: MFG member Martin Edralin writes: "I am looking for a production company that would be interested in submitting a joint application to the CFTPA's mentorship program. I am applying to the Administrative/Management option. Contact me for a CV and to discuss the internship. Martin: maedralin@gmail.com, (514)585-3824. http://www.cftpa.ca/"

• Posted July 15th, 2008: Safety Scholars Canada, presented by Bridgestone, is offering three $5,000 scholarships for 25 second videos about road safety. Any Canadian student, aged 16-21 can go to www.safetyscholars.ca and make their submission. Three $5,000 first place scholarships, ten sets of Bridgestone performance tires, valued at $1,000 and the grand prize video may be used as a Bridgestone commercial.

• Posted July 15th, 2008: Casting Call: MFG member Frank Sanna writes: "I'm looking for a male actor 35-45 yrs. for a 35mm film shoot in mid August. Role would require approx. 3 day rehearsal / 4 day shoot. Volunteer position. Actra or Non-Actra (Master's student project). THE MAN is a predominately pensive character that does however emerge from his bubble. With sparse dialogue, this role calls for an actor comfortable with and capable of 'thinking' as action on screen. The role would also benefit from someone with a somewhat 'musical' vocal ability and willingness to experiment with 'primitive', chant, or humming types of vocal expression (for both on screen and voice-over aspects of the film). Please apply with headshot (links) by email to fsanna@gammafilm.ca. (http://www.gammafilm.ca http://www.studiofrank.ca)"

• Posted July 15, 2008: MFG member Ani Gurunlian writes: "Looking for a Makeup Artist. We're shooting a high-quality children's fantasy/horror short film, and we need a makeup artist. Most of the actors need basic makeup to be under the lights, but 2 of them need to have "dead" faces. It's a volunteer position but meals, makeup, and travel expenses are covered. This is a great opportunity to hone your skills and work with a very cool crew! We're shooting from July 20-25, and we'd love to hear from you soon. Contact: ani@gurufilms.biz"

• Posted July 14th, 2008: Job Posting: (unpaid or exchange of services): MFG member Frank Sanna writes: "Looking for a Production Manager to coordinate a 35mm short film (12 to 18 min.) to be shot in late August (15th to 22nd). Position is ideal for budding producer, PM types looking to hone their craft. Starts immediately (open to your availabilities). Although logistically modest (2 characters, few locations, mostly outdoors) this is an exciting 'auteur' project slated for international festival distribution. For more info or to apply contact me (with CV) at fsanna@gammafilm.ca or call 514-277-0052." (http://www.gammafilm.ca, http://www.studiofrank.ca)

• Posted July 14th, 2008: Stories of Change: Social Entrepreneurship in Focus through Documentary. One unique component of the initiative is a one-time fund for film project grants to enable the development and/or production of new feature-length independent documentary films that frame, examine, and amplify social entrepreneurship as an innovative approach to the central questions of our time. The Request for Proposal (RFP) is now available with guidelines, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and an online application at www.sundance.org/skoll. The deadline to apply is August 15. Films at any stage of development, production, or post-production may apply. Completed films will not be considered. The initiative anticipates funding up to 8 films in the range of $30,000-$150,000 per project.

• Posted July 14th, 2008: 60 filmmakers. 60 second films. Introducing Montreal's inaugural 60 Minute Film Festival. A nonprofit community film festival like no other. No jury, no prizes, no submission fees - nothing except the joy of filmmaking and film watching. On July 24, 60 filmmakers will have the chance to register for M60 on a first-come, first-served basis. They will then have one month to make a 60 second film, in any genre, no matter their background or experience. On September 23 and 24, these sixty films will screen as a rapid-fire, one-hour festival. M60 is a celebration of amateur and professional filmmaking alike, and of the dazzling question: What can you say in just one minute? Registration will open at a launch party on Thursday, July 24, at La Sala Rossa. A bevy of local artists, actors and established filmmakers have already committed to participating in the festival, with dozens more first-, second- and third-time filmmakers hoped to enter the fray. Each film could be 60 seconds of disaster - or 60 seconds of masterpiece. More details at: http://www.m60.ca

• Affiché le 10 juillet 2008 : La plus grande sélection de courts métrages humoristiques au monde ! Le festival du film de Juste pour rire jouit d'une programmation remarquable de courts. Le Festival du Film de Juste pour Rire est depuis 12 ans maintenantl’un des Festivals de courts métrages les plus importants au monde.Cette année, plus de 16 pays seront représentés au Festival avec pasmoins de 125 films programmés. Ainsi, du 10 au 12 juillet puis du 16 au19 juillet, 2 programmes de courts métrages seront offerts chaque soirau public au Monument-National (Studio Hydro-Québec) Shows dés Vendredi 11 juillet. Plus d'info. // Keeping it short and sweet! Just for laughs film festival boasts incredible short film lineup. This year over 125 short films from 16 countries will be featured in our program: films from Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, New Zealand, Norway, Russia, Switzerland, the UK and the USA. It’s a veritable United Nations of short film! Shows start Friday, July 11th. More info.

• Affiché le 10 juillet 2008 : Les artistes professionnels des arts visuels et médiatiques qui souhaitent participer à la formation DAISI peuvent être éligibles au programme Boîte à outils numériques du Regroupement des artistes en arts visuels (RAAV). En répondant aux critères d’admissibilité de ce programme, le RAAV pourra vous rembourser 75% (250$ max.) de vos frais d’inscription à la formation DAISI. Les candidats intéressés par le Programme Boîte à outils numériques pourront s’inscrire à compter du 8 septembre. Plus d'info.

• Posted July 10th, 2008: MFG member Michelle Caron writes: "Hello, I am an independant filmmaker and reporter currently working on interviewing female cancer survivors for the newly redesigned website ibloomlive.ca and I am seeking women who are interested in sharing their inspirational stories of survival in order to help others who are currently facing a battle with cancer. If you or someone you know would be willing to share their story it would be greatly appreciated, please contact me immediately at michelle.caron2@mail.mcgill.ca subject: ibloomlive. Please include a short paragraph about yourself. Thank you."

• Posted July 10th, 2008: Job Posting (unpaid): MFG member Erik Anderson writes: "I am shooting a feature this summer and looking for a couple shooters; should have own equipment- preferably HVX200 or something comparable. The film is super low budget, so work is pro bono but shooters will be fed each day on set. Shooters should be familiar with danish 'Dogme' aesthetic, and/or American 'mumblecore'... contact Erik at: 1stofjulyfilms@gmail.com if interested."

• Posted July 9, 2008: MFG member Denis Coupal recently acted in The Art Lover, a short film written and directed by Andrzej Krajewski. The film will make its premiere at the Fantasia Film Festival on Sunday, July 20 at 7PM within a program of short Quebec Films, which anyone can attend. More info. The film can also be viewed in its entirety here.

• Affiché le 9 juillet 2008 : Prends ça court! et le Festival du film Juste Pour Rire vous invite à l'ouverture officielle ce vendredi 11 juillet de 16h30 à 18h30 au Studio Hydro-Québec du Monument-National (1182, boul. Saint-Laurent).

• Posted July 9th, 2008: Job Posting: Two new media-related jobs posted at the Canada Council for the Arts (Ottawa). More info.

• Posted July 8th, 2008: MFG member Magnus Isacsson writes: "Leaving for Europe July 16 to Aug 20th and could rent out my perfect location sound kit (mixer, boom mic, 2 radio mics) for a good price. Magnus 514-849-2727, misac@socialdoc.net"

• Posted July 8th, 2008: Job Posting: MFG member Tammy Spowart writes: "Drivers needed for 1 day: Saturday, July 12th. It's to follow a crew who are shooting a kind of Amazing Race thing here in Montreal. Requirements: Very very good English, lots of energy, ability to follow the puck (there'll be lots of shooting from the moving vehicle). You have to be at least 25 years old, have a valid driver's license and a major credit card (for ID purposes only). Day starts when the car rental office opens at 7am and it's probably about 10-12 hours long. Flat rate of $175. Please email Tammy at tlspowart@yahoo.ca with a quick email telling me why your past work experience fits the production's needs. "

• Posted July 8th, 2008: Montreal School of Performing Arts (MSOPA)presents its Annual Barbeque Fundraising Event Celebrating 16 years. All you can eat. BYOB, Bring your own musical instruments! Saturday, August 9 at 4:00pm. UNIA Building, 2741 Notre Dame W. (corner Atwater). To see more details and RSVP, click here.

• Affiché le 8 juillet 2008: Membre MFG Annie St-Pierre nous écrit : "Je suis à la recherche d'une caméra usagée pour mes tournages. J'ai longtemps eu une Panasonic DVX100 A, mais elle est morte récemment... Comme le HD prend de plus en plus de place, je pourrais racheter une Panasonic du même type si elle est vendue à petit prix, ou alors aller vers le HD. Est-ce que quelqu'un a quelque chose à proposer? anistpier@hotmail.com"

• Posted July 8th, 2008: MFG member Eduardo Flores writes: "I'd like to know if there is the posibility to work on a film production as an Audio Technician, Boom Operator or Composer for any short or feature film. I have worked on some small pojects and I have made several volunteer projects. Currently looking for paid projects. I would accept low budgets. If you are interested in working together on your projects please contact me at efmora@hotmail.com and I will contact you with a demo and/or my cv. Thank you all and happy shoots!"

• Posted July 8th, 2008: MFG member Lukas Constantine writes: "Hi. I am an independent filmmaker and member of the MFG. I am in the process of shooting a small introduction in order to present in public my two previous short films. Both my previous films are stories of 'dark humor'. Major Canadian institutions have approved my previous works. The reason for this posting is that I am thinking to organize a sort of 'event' for the upcoming film shoot. The story-intro that I came up with gives many possibilities of development/presentation. I have a place for the shoot. The owner of the place wants to advertise his place. I want to advertise my products. If a company wants to join me to use this 'event-shoot' for promotional benefits that will be something great. The company who would help me may have a promotional clip for itself as a final result. We might create something for mutual benefit. And we might create something for the benefit of Quebec-Cinema. Hoping to hear from you. lukasconstantine@yahoo.ca"

• Posted July 6th, 2008: MFG member Paul Neudorf writes: "Hi all, after many months my film is almost over! Refractions - a short experimental dance film - will be screening August 9 as part of Indyish's MonthlyMess! It will be an evening of music, film and art. There will also be a set of improvisational music and dance, possibly featuring the dancer in the film - Jonathan Turcotte....About the film: Refractions is a 5 ½ minute dance film that explores the depths of the human spirit and the creative process through the concept of refractive light, emotion and movement. The dancer, Jonathan Turcotte, interacts with the decaying warehouse around him and moves from a space of pain and confusion to illumination and calm. Cinematography by Tomoe Yoshihara, Animation by Thea Pratt, and an original score by Gabriel Dharmoo. Refractions film screening. Indyish MonthlyMess, 8pm, Sat. August 9, 2008. La Sala Rossa, 4848 boul. St-Laurent."

• Posted July 6th, 2008: Video Party, an event series co-ordinated by MFG member Josh Usheroff, is looking for new short film submissions. More info.

• Posted July 6th, 2008: Job Posting: The NFB writes: "The National Film Board of Canada is seeking someone for the following position in Montreal: Coordinator, Programming and Reports, English Program, Salary $42,215 to $51,871 (under review). For more details or to apply online, go to www.nfb.ca (under the Jobs section) by July 15, 2008. Please quote the contest number JL-0722-MFG on your letter of application."

• Affiché le 6 juillet 2008: Ici Par les Arts nous écrit : "Bonjour, l'organisme culturel Ici Par les Arts, à Saint-Jérôme, fête ses 10 ans et organise un festival des arts engagés. Parmi les activités organisées, nous aurons, jeudi le 17 juillet, une projection de films de 21h à 23h. Nous avons donc besoin de films et réalisateurs. Site. Rappelez-nous au (450)569-4000 ou contactez Samantha May: samantha@iciparlesarts.com Merci!"

• Affiché le 6 juillet 2008 : Membre MFG Shelley Tepperman nous écrit: "Quatre siècles après la fondation de la ville de Québec, Canal D, en collaboration avec Vélocité International, marque le coup de cet anniversaire important en faisant découvrir aux téléspectateurs une communauté qui a contribué à l’essor de la capitale : Les juifs de Québec : une histoire à raconter, le dimanche 6 juillet à 21h, rediffusion sur le Canal D le mercredi 9 juillet, à 14h. Scénarisation et Réalisation par Shelley Tepperman. Production : Valérie Bissonette, Vélocité International et Matt Zimbel." Plus d'info et clip.

• Posted July 6rd, 2008: More Pro Courses at the MediaWorkshop! This summer and fall the MediaWorkshop at the Segal Centre brings you another Final Cut Pro Beginners course and a Documentary Series: Doc-ify Yourself! As a response to the needs of the Montreal filmmaking community and the success of our Spring pro courses, the MediaWorkshop will continue to offer intensive training in film and video production from the conceptual to hands-on. This summer we bring you another Final Cut Pro 2-day beginner’s workshop as well as Doc-ify Yourself; a series of documentary workshops - take one, two or all three: A 3-day intensive crash-course; and two evening workshops on The Art of the Interview and The Art of the Pitch. More info and pricing.

• Affiché le 6 juillet, 2008 : Plus de cours pour professionnels à l’AtelierMédia ! Cette été et automne l’AtelierMédia au Centre Segal vous offre un cours sur Final Cut Pro pour débutants et une série de cours sur le documentaire: Docu-toi ! Afin de répondre à la demande de la communauté de réalisateurs Montréalais et grâce au succès des cours professionnels au printemps, l’Atelier Média continuera à vous offrir des formations intensives sur la réalisation et la production vidéo, du concept à l’action. Cet été, nous vous offrons un autre cours sur le montage Final Cut Pro, un cours intensif de 2 jours ainsi que Docu-toi, une série d’ateliers sur le documentaire –prenez en un seul, deux ou tous les trois : un cours intensif de 3 jours sur le documentaire, et deux ateliers le soir sur l’Art de l’entrevue et l’Art du pitch. Plus d'info et prix.

• Posted July 6th, 2008: Aboriginal people interested in directing for television are encouraged to apply for the NSI Storytellers director phase which offers the opportunity to develop television directing skills through an intensive training week and an internship on a western-based television series destined for broadcast in Canada. The training is offered by the National Screen Institute - Canada (NSI) in association with Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN). The deadline for applications is Friday, July 18, 4:30 p.m. Central Time. Application details are available in the NSI Storytellers section of the NSI website.

• Posted July 6th, 2008: Enter the Apathy Is Boring Video Contest. Win prizes. More info.

• Affiché le 6 juillet, 2008 : La Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC), en collaboration avec le Festival du nouveau cinéma de Montréal et la Société des auteurs de radio, télévision et cinéma (SARTEC), convie les scénaristes de la relève à participer à COURS ÉCRIRE TON COURT ! Pour la dixième édition du concours, les scénaristes sont invités à déposer une première version dialoguée d'un scénario de court métrage de fiction ou d'animation, d'une durée maximale de 12 minutes, au plus tard le 11 août 2008. Cliquez ICI pour accéder à la description complète. Voir la pub Cours écrire ton court sur le site de la SODEC.

• Posted July 6th, 2008: Job posting: The Segal Centre for the Performing Arts (formerly the Saidye Bronfman Centre) will soon be opening a brand new lounge called ArtLounge. This comfortable space will serve organic/fair-trade coffees, espressos and teas. It will also serve juices, smoothies, sandwiches and desserts. There will be art shows on the walls and comfortable sofa seating. The Segal Centre is looking to hire a manager for ArtLounge to co-ordinate, order food, do cash register reports and serve (must have cafe or resto management and serving experience). Hours will be approximately from 5pm-11pm nightly. Do you want to work in a fun, artistic setting? Are you a great people-person? If so, please send your CV to artlounge@segalcentre.org indicating either "ArtLounge Manager" as the subject of your email. The Centre will contact qualified applicants. Read more about the Segal Centre at SegalCentre.org

• Posted July 6th, 2008: CinemaSpace at the Segal Centre features another installment of Le Cinéclub de Montréal "The Film Society". Next Wednesday, July 16th, 7pm, The Film Society and CinemaSpace bring you The Public Defender (1931). "In the early 1930’s celebrated comic book artist Bob Kane went out to the movies one night and saw a film that was to significantly influence the creation of his best-known work, Batman. That film was THE PUBLIC DEFENDER." Featuring special guest speaker. At the Segal Centre's CinemaSpace, 5170 Côte-Sainte-Catherine, corner Westbury. 2 blocks West of Metro Côte-Sainte-Catherine. $8 general, $6 students/seniors. Seating is limited. Call to reserve your tickets: 514-739-7944. The Film Society takes place every second Wednesday at CinemaSpace. More info.

• Posted July 1st, 2008: MFG member Guy Letourneau writes: “Canadian Actors Fund and Movie Fundraiser Bash, August 9th 2008 at the Salle La Marquette, 633 2E Avenue, Lachine, just off the 20. Free parking. Tickets can be purchased online here. Rock/folk-rock/blues band, The Rockstones, LIVE! Illusionist Magic Sacha; come enjoy the stage show, DJ Dark Arch “techno track artist” mixing it for the dance after the shows (www.actorguy.net/atlantis). Also, a not-so-serious Karaoke competition on a large ten foot screen, PRIZES! Mr. Wilder Penfield will be our MC on this special occasion. 10% of all proceeds go to the Actors’ Fund of Canada, an organization dedicated to helping artists in real need of financial help. All other proceeds will go into the production of the movie How Reel Can You BE, a dramatization with a comedic flair, about the trials and tribulations that our Canadian actors go through in the industry. Party for a good cause, please come, have fun and help our Canadian actors.”

• Posted July 1st, 2008: MFG member Algis Kemezys writes: "Better late than never! While rewriting my resume and looking for dates on the Web, I discovered my film Shapeshifter 007 made it into the Chicago Short Film Festival. Seeing as my birthday was June 27th, I take this as a belated Birthday Surprise. Click here to see the listing."

• Posted June 28th, 2008: infinitheatre writes: "infinitheatre is seeking a videographer for three separate media calls during the 2008 - 09 theatre season. Two shoots in Oct. 2008 & one in Feb. 2009. Requirements: film one or two scenes at venue in 2-3 takes, burn B-roll onto DVD for media broadcast and edit footage into one 2-minute segment for web site use. Must be able to work fast: DVDs must go to media within 24 hours of shoot; the edited segment has a maximum 48-hour turn around. For further information, contact MFG member Barbara Ford: ygraine7@videotron.ca or (514) 342-7936. Opportunities for additional contracts with other theatre companies as well."

• Posted June 28th, 2008: MFG member Erik "Danger" Anderson writes: "Independent production of low-budget dogme-style feature in July and could use help (everywhere), especially with on-set sound recording. If you have some training or experience, and are interested, please contact asap. Having some of your own equipment, would be an asset of course. Also, the shoot is to be on the Panasonic HXV200, so if anyone has that camera and might like to help shoot, the more the merrier. Contact Erik at 1stofjulyfilms@gmail.com"

• Posted June 26th, 2008: MFG member Emmanuel Hessler writes: "Hey... I'm looking to transfer two DV tapes that have been shot on a JVC HD camera in 50i (PAL). I have called every major transfer company in MTL but have not been successful. If anyone has any ideas on how to solve my problem or if you have a JVC camera, please write me at ehessler@bisfilms.com. Thanks a lot..." // Bonjour... Je voudrais transférer deux cassettes DV tournées avec un caméscope JVC HD en 50i. J'ai contacté toutes les grosses boites de transcodage à MTL en vain. Si quelqu'un sait comment résoudre mon problème technique ou si quelqu'un a une caméra JVC HD, s'il vous plait écrivez moi au ehessler@bisfilms.com. Merci..."

• Posted June 26, 2008: The National Screen Institute launches its new website with industry centre and online film festival. Two new web-based features from the National Screen Institute - Canada (NSI) officially go “live” today: an online industry centre and a year-round, 100% Canadian online short film festival (www.nsi-canada.ca). The NSI website has been extensively rebuilt and is still in the beta phase. Concurrent with the launch of the website is a call for submissions for the NSI Online Short Film Festival. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, August 6, 2008. Submissions will be accepted on DVD only and there is no submission fee. For full details and an application form: www.nsi-canada.ca/submit.aspx.

• Affiché le 26 juin 2008: Téléfilm Canada sollicite présentement l'inscription des compagnies canadiennes de production et de distribution pour le MIPCOM 2008. Tenu en octobre à Cannes, le MIPCOM offre 5 journées intensives d’action et une opportunité de vendre, d’acheter ou de développer des projets. L’édition 2007 a accueilli 13,371 professionnels de l’industrie, dont plus de 4,242 acheteurs, 4,585 entreprises provenant de 105 pays. Info : http://www.mipcom.com

• Posted June 26th, 2008: MFG member Ezra Soiferman writes: Production vehicle for sale: World's cutest indie production vehicle: 2006 Smart car. Top of the line. Low mileage. Can fit lots of gear (no joke: camera case, tripod, light kit, boom pole, siound gear, director, soundperson, etc.). Unbelievable gas mileage, amazing for parking, lots of looks too! More info.

• Affiché le 26 juin 2008: Le fonds Canwest-Hot Doc lance un appel d’inscriptions pour les projets de réalisateurs de documentaires. Le fonds fournit une aide équivalente à un maximum de 20 % des coûts d’un projet. Plus d'info.

• Posted June 26th, 2008: MFG member G. Scott MacLeod writes: "A Brief Canadian History at Centre St-Ambroise at the McAuslan Brewery, Tuesday, July 1st 2008, 8:00pm. 5080 A rue St. Ambroise, Montreal, Quebec. For more information call 514-487-8766 MAP - http://www.macleod9.com/contact.html Tickets: $10.00. A Brief Canadian History is a 45 minute musical performance with digital projections, both highlighting legendary Canadian figures and historical events such as: The Iroquois, the Acadians, Louis Riel, the Underground Railroad, The Patriotes, the Klondike Gold Rush, the Irish Famine, John McCrae & WWI, The Depression, War Brides, Terry Fox and many more events and people in our Canadian history. Throughout the performance our music provides a linking thread, engaging the audience in the narratives of the songs which are designed to tell the stories of these people, events and places while promoting our Canadian culture and history. Opening Ceremony: By Cree Cultural worker Bevan Skeratt. Special Guest: Randy Renaud from CHOM FM will be reading spoken word segments. Guest musician: Jonathan Moorman on violin and Jean Elliott Maning on vocals. Comes see our showcase and book us for your future events. For more information on, A Brief Canadian History contact, G. Scott MacLeod, Owner and operator, www.abriefcanadianhistory.com, abriefcanadianhistory@hotmail.com"

• Posted June 26th, 2008: MFG member Lukas Constantine writes: "Hi, this is Lukas Constantine, independent filmmaker. Recently the magazine Amoure-Creole contacted me. Web site: http://amourcreole.com/ The magazine has not been published yet, but the creators have the ambition to make this magazine a sort of 'cultural bridge' that connects all the Haitians who live in USA and Canada. They liked my writing skills and offered me the option to represent them in Montreal. Therefore I am searching via this post to contact all the people who have some interesting information about Haitian Cultural activities in Montreal. I thought to place this posting on the Montreal Film Group site because in our times, films are representing culture and culture is represented by films. Whoever thinks they have interesting info may contact me directly by email at: lukasconstantine@yahoo.ca Thank you."

• Posted June 25th, 2008: Fantasia's 2008 movie lineup will be unveiled this Friday night! June 27, 9pm. Head to the St. Ambroise Terrasse for some drinks and a preview of the movie madness ahead. Free entry. More info.

• Posted June 25th, 2008: Job posting (Winnipeg): Freeze Frame writes: "Freeze Frame, a dynamic Media Arts Centre for Young People located in Winnipeg, Canada has an exciting opportunity for an energetic team player with proven leadership and fundraising skills and a commitment to sharing the art of filmmaking with young people. Freeze Frame requires a bilingual Executive/Artistic Director to ensure this 12-year old organization continues to provide quality programming in both French and English for years to come. For a complete job description contact info@freezeframeonline.org. Candidates are asked to send a resume and letter of motivation to info@freezeframeonline.org Deadline: July 21, 2008. // Le centre d'arts médiatique pour les jeunes, Freeze Frame, situé à Winnipeg au Canada est à la recherche de quelqu'un de dynamique et enthousiasmé qui voudrait se joindre à notre équipe. Si vous faites preuve de leadership, vous travaillez bien en équipe, vous avez de l'expérience en collecte de fonds et éduquer les jeunes au sujet des films vous tiens à coeur, nous aimerions bien en savoir plus au sujet de vous! Freeze Frame requiert un/une directeur/trice artistique bilingue pour assurer que cet organisme de 12 ans continue à offrir une programmation de qualité en français et en anglais pour les années à venir. Pour plus de détails par rapport au poste, renseignez vous à info@freezeframeonline.org Veuillez envoyer votre C.V. et une lettre de motivation à info@freezeframeonline.org Date tombée le 21 juillet, 2008."

• Affiché le 25 juin, 2008: Kino’00, en collaboration avec plusieurs acteurs du milieu du cinéma indépendant, organise la seconde édition des Rencontres internationales du microcinéma (RIMC) qui se tiendra à Montréal du 17 au 27 septembre 2008. Durant ces dix jours les RIMC feront connaître le microcinéma à travers les différents volets de la programmation allant de la production avec son Kino Kabaret international à la diffusion (courts et longs) en passant par la formation (classes de maîtres). Nous vous proposons donc de nous soumettre vos productions de microcinéma pour nos projections de court métrages de microcinema (kino ou autres!!) et ainsi de concourir pour gagner le prix du public. Nous vous invitons à télécharger les règlements et formulaires d’inscription et nous envoyer vos films avant le 1 août 2008. www.microcinema.ca info@microcinema.ca

• Posted June 23rd, 2008: Seven NFB shorts will feature on YouTube’s new channel The Screening Room, which offers viewers a selection of the best international animated shorts. The first NFB gem to screen on the world’s number-one video sharing Web site will be the 2007 Oscar® winner The Danish Poet by MFG member Torill Kove. The selected NFB animated shorts will screen at http://www.youtube.com/ytscreeningroom each for six consecutive weeks. Torill Kove’s Oscar® winner kicks off the program, followed on July 18 by Chris Landreth’s Ryan (2004), also an Oscar® winner. Ryan is a veritable “animated documentary” inspired by the life of Ryan Larkin, a Canadian animator who 30 years ago at the NFB made some of the greatest films of his era. Read about other NFB animated shorts to screen at YouTube's The Screening Room by clicking here.

• Posted June 23rd, 2008: MFG member Sophia Male writes: "Hey, I'm screening my film Democracy 4 Dummies this Wednesday night, June 25th, 10pm, as part of the Infringement Festival. It's a 45 min how to doc on running for office with no money, distributed by the NFB. It's free, there's beer, hope to see you! At Les 3 Minots, 3812 St-Laurent. More info."

• Posted June 21st, 2008: MFG member Ani Gurunlian writes: "We're shooting a French fantasy-horror short film in July, and we're looking for a talented and ambitious Production Sound Mixer. The film is an excellent opportunity to get funky with sound design and editing, while maintaining the high-quality sound standard that horror films require. The position is not paid, but catering is provided, and travel expenses are reimbursed. It would be most helpful if you have your own equipment. If interested, contact Ani at ani@gurufilms.biz. We'd love to see samples of your previous work!"

• Affiché le 21 Juin 2008: Membre MFG Ani Gurunlian nous écrit: "En juillet nous allons tourner un court métrage en français de style horreur/fantastique. Nous sommes donc à la recherche d'un technicien expert en son talentueux et ambitieux. Le candidat devra pouvoir prendre en charge le montage et le 'mixing' du son pour cette production. Ce film est une excellente opportunité pour mettre en valeur votre créativité en design et montage tout en maintenant les hauts standards traditionnels de qualité du son pour lesquels les films d'horreur sont reconnus. Le poste n'est pas rémunéré, mais les repas seront fournis et les voyagements seront remboursés. C'est préférable d'avoir son propre équipment. Si intéressé, veuillez contacter Ani à ani@gurufilms.biz. Nous anticipons avec plaisir l'écoute des exemples de vos projets antérieurs!"

• Posted June 19th, 2008: Job Posting: The NFB writes: "The National Film Board of Canada is seeking someone for the following position in TORONTO: CENTRE ADMINISTRATOR, English Program, Salary: $51,759 to $64,888 (under review). For more details or to apply online, go to www.nfb.ca (under the Jobs section) by June 26, 2008. Please quote the contest number JL-0874-A on your letter of application."

• Posted June 19th, 2008: The 2880 Film Blitz writes: "2800 Film Blitz is this weekend! There are 2,880 minutes in a weekend. During this event approximately 120 filmmakers divided into twelve teams will compete to write, shoot and edit a short film in only 48 hours (2,880 minutes). At the start of the event each team receives a secret theme on which their film must be based. As of that moment the weekend minutes begin to tick away. Outdoor free screening!!! Corner St-Laurent & Bagg (South of Duluth. Calendar of events: Friday, May 20, 7pm – 2880 launch! 9pm: Up The Yangtze http://www.uptheyangtze.com/ (free outdoor screening, English version). Saturday, May 21st, 9pm: Le Dernier continent www.lederniercontinentlefilm.com (Free oudoor screening, French version). Sunday, May 22nd at 8pm: 2880 Film Blitz finale event! http://www.2880.ca"

• Posted June 19th, 2008: Tamara San Martin of Super U writes: "www.SuperU.ca has two great contests going on now! DOC WATCHIN': ENVIRO SOLUTIONS - Grab your camera and show us your green solution. We're all concerned about the environment - now is your chance do something about it. Submit your video for the chance to win *$3000*! MONTHLY PICK: JUNE - Post a video of whatever inspires you! Check out our Monthly Pick Contest and you could win *$5000*! You have till June 30th to show us what you've got. Can't submit your masterpiece in time? You can still voice your opinion! We want to hear your thoughts on our latest entries, so we're extending our judging period to July 15th. Do your part by logging on to *www.superu.ca* now! SUPER U: make a film. enter a contest. win stuff. www.superu.ca. Still have questions? Visit our website or e-mail me personally at the following address: tamara.sanmartin@superuholdings.com Good Luck!! "

• Posted June 18th, 2008: SuperU.ca, a new online film portal, announced its 2008-2009 Short Film Contest Series today with $750,000 in prize money. The first contest opened May 7. It’s Hilarious has Canadian comedy icons Tommy Chong of Cheech and Chong; Ron James, the number one selling comedian in Canada; and Paul Ronca, Comedia Producer, acting as judges. The funniest film will win a cash prize of $10,000, a screening at Just for Laughs Comedia Film Festival, and the chance to be on Super Channel. The second funniest will win $7,500 and the top film picked by Super U members wins $5,000. More info.

• Affiché le 18 juin 2008: SuperU.ca, un nouveau portail cinéma en ligne, a annoncé aujourd’hui le lancement de sa série de concours de courts-métrages 2008-2009 dotée d’un total de 750 000 $ de prix en numéraire. Le premier concours est ouvert le 7 mai. « Du fun de toutes les couleurs ! », c’est son nom, aura pour juges : Tommy Chong de « Cheech and Chong »; Ron James, le comédien en tête des ventes au Canada; et le producteur du festival Comedia, Paul Ronca. Le film le plus drôle gagnera un prix en numéraire de 10 000 $, une projection lors du Festival du film comique Comedia de Juste pour rire et une opportunité de diffusion sur Super Channel! Le deuxième film le plus drôle gagnera 7 500 $, et le film choisi par les membres de Super U 5 000 $. Plus d'info.

• Affiché le 18 juin, 2008: La SODEC convie la relève à participer à Cours écrire ton court! Pour la dixième édition du concours, les scénaristes sont invités à déposer une première version dialoguée d'un scénario de court métrage de fiction ou d'animation, d'une durée maximale de 12 minutes, au plus tard le 11 août 2008. Plus d'nfo.

• Affiché le 18 juin, 2008: Mise à jour : Soirée projection FCTNM: SOLO PARENT, Le mercredi 18 juin 2008, 19h00. -- Note: Pour des événements qui sont hors de notre contrôle, nous nous devons de reporter la projection de ce soir à une date ultérieure qu'il reste à déterminer. Je suis très désolée des inconvénients que ça peut occasionner. -Stéphanie Gauthier. www.fctnm.ca

• Posted June 16th, 2008: There will be a free outdoor benefit screening of the hit documentary Up The Yangtze during the 2880 Film Blitz on Friday, June 20 at 9:00pm. Corner St Laurent & Bagg (South of Duluth) To see more details and RSVP at Facebook click here.

• Posted June 16th, 2008: MFG member Desh Fernado writes: "Don't miss Montreal's newest dance film company, Nacando Productions, at The Fringe presenting: The Gate, an evening of dance films & performance by: Teoma Naccarato & Desh Fernando. This multimedia production continues in the established Nacando tradition challenging audiences while remaining accessible. It is an experience not to be missed. Venue 1: Espace Tangente: 840, rue Cherrier. June 14: 18H15, June 15: 16H45, June 18: 20H00, June 20:16H15 (2for1), June 21: 21H45, June 22: 17H30. Tickets: $9/$11 at door, or call (514)849-FEST Visit: http://www.montrealfringe.ca Nacando on the web: http://www.nacando.com

• Affiché le 16 juin 2008: Les RIDM nour écrit: "Les inscriptions pour la 11e édition des RIDM, qui aura lieu du 13 au 23 novembre 2008, sont maintenues. Vous avez maintenant jusqu'au mois de juillet pour remplir le formulaire d'inscription. Nouvelles dates limites d’inscription : le 30 juin 2008 pour les films étrangers et le 15 juillet 2008 pour les films québécois et canadiens. Les règlements et le formulaire d’inscription sont disponibles ici. // The RIDM writes: "The RIDM is still accepting submissions for its 11th annual RIDM, which will take place from November 13th to 23rd 2008. New entry deadlines : June 30, 2008 for international films and July 15, 2008 for Quebec/Canadian films. Regulations and entry forms are available here."
  

• Posted June 16th, 2008: Le Festival du Film de Tremblant 2008 (18-22 juin) c’est, en résumé : 29 films en salles, provenant du Québec, du Canada, de l’Europe et des Amériques, 8 fabuleux courts métrages, 8 films classiques et populaires en projections extérieures, 6 films pour enfants et un atelier pour les étudiants sur le cinéma d’animation. Page Facebook, site web officiel. // The Tremblant Film Festival 2008 (June 18-22) comprises: 29 feature films from Québec, Canada, Europe and the Americas; 8 wonderful short films; 8 exterior screenings of film classics and crowd-pleasing local films; 6 children’s films; and an animation workshop for students. Facebook event page, official web site.

• Posted June 13th, 2008: Trebas institute writes: "We welcome you to the 1st ever quarterly event held by Trebas Institute's future graduates in the Film & Television Production Program. This special showcase was created to celebrate their hard work, their drive and most importantly thier passion for filmmaking. When: Thursday June 19th 2008. Showtimes: 8pm and 9:30pm. Where: Concordia Campus Theatre - LB/McConnell Building 1400 De Maisionneuve Blvd West. Cost: $5 (in advance and at doors) Limited seating. Info: Samuel C. 514-245-6693 - Charlene V. 514-293-0454"

• Posted June 12th, 2008: MFG member Jacques E. Bouchard writes: "Productions Contrevents still needs a grip, sound and make-up/hair artist for Passive Aggression, which is shooting on July 12 & 13. No pay, but meals are included. Find out more about this production on our "Projects" page. http://www.contreventsprod.com"

• Posted June 10th, 2008: The First Weekend Club is looking to find a Regional Coordinator: someone who is entrenched in the Montreal indie filmmaking scene, well liked by his or her peers, is a bit of a connector, enjoys networking and who has some good writing skills. We've started blogging and want all our Regional Coordinators to contribute to our blog so we have a voice in each region and our readers can hear about what is going on in different cities across the country. To find out more, please contact the FWC by email at anita@firstweekendclub.ca Visit the FWC site here.

• Posted June 10th, 2008: MFG member Kai Egener writes: "Concordia University Television Summer Video Bootcamp -- Now an even better deal... for teens aged 15-19, July 28-August 8. We've lowered our registration fee by 50 bucks to only $200 for two weeks of full-time moviemaking workshops. Register by June 20th to reserve your (or your child's) spot! This jam-packed camp in CUTV's downtown Concordia facility will give participants the skills they need to start making movies. Youth will work in teams alongside experienced filmmakers and media professionals from the Montreal area, with access to professional and semi-professional equipment. Full or partial scholarships are available-- no questions asked! To register by June 20, email cutv@alcor.concordia.ca with the heading, "Summer camp registration" or call 514.848-2424 ext. 7403. See you on the set!"

• Posted June 9th, 2008: Congratulations to MFG member Joe Baron and Seth Mendelson. Their hit web-series Take Me Back was featured in the Gazette on Sunday and the last episode of the series is now up on their site for all to see. Watch the series here.

• Posted June 9th, 2008: MFG member Sophia Male writes: "Hi everyone, my film Democracy 4 Dummies is being shown Monday, June 9th at 8 pm at Les Minots on St. Laurent at 3812 St. Laurent. It's part of the Infringement Festival and there will be musical performances by WOOD, Ultrasound and more! Come out for a beer, and hope to see you soon...!"

• Posted June 9th, 2008: MFG member Arshad Khan writes: "Indy Short Jambalaya: Three screenwriters, two editors, two directors, two musicians and two cinematographers got together in Montreal to create a wild and exciting film project consisting of up to ten shorts in June and July. They need camera people, sound people, lighting staff, actors and just fun people in general to make some design-build shorts. This is a volunteer project for now but they will make it worthwhile for the participants and try to market the shorts and then compensate everybody. The point of making these films is to learn and teach as you go along and experiment with HD, Super8, 16mm and miniDV. If you are interested, please contact Arshad Khan at (514) 274-0475 or on his cell at (647) 292-8549. email arshadfilms@gmail.com"

• Posted June 9th, 2008: MFG member Martin Dubreuil writes: "I just finished recording the sound for a short named Enemy Combatant produced by Ahmad Farouk last week end... More info."

• Affiché le 3 juin, 2008 : Membre MFG Simon Lacroix nous écrit : Ça fait maintenant cinq ans que Total Crap vous présente le plus mauvais de la télévision et du cinéma. Comme par hasard, on est maintenant rendu à vous présenter Total Crap 5 le vendredi 13 juin 2008 à 21h au Club Soda à Montréal, en grande première mondiale. Comme pour les films en série, le 5e est toujours plus mauvais que le premier (Rocky V est moins bon que Rocky I, on s'entend là-dessus), mais dans le cas de Total Crap, c'est une bonne chose parce que plus c'est mauvais, plus c'est drôle! Total Crap vous est présenté sous la forme de montage scratch vidéo en blocs de 15 minutes avec des interventions humoristiques au micro. Une présentation de Simon Lacroix et Pascal Pilote. Billet en vente maintenant au http://www.ticketpro.ca 10$ à l'avance (plus les frais) et à 15$ (plus frais) à la porte. Pour plus d'infos: http://www.simonlacroix.com

• Affiché le 3 juin, 2008 : Les Rencontres internationales du documentaire de Montréal (RIDM) présentent au Cinéma du Parc DOCVILLE, une nouvelle série de projections dédiée au meilleur du cinéma documentaire. OÙ EST L'AMOUR DANS LA PALMERAIE ? (v.o. française et arabe avec s.-t. anglais) Jérôme le Maire a fait le choix de quitter l'Europe et s'est installé depuis deux ans avec sa famille dans une palmeraie isolée du sud du Maroc. Il tente de trouver ses repères dans une société régie par des règles tellement différentes des siennes. Au coeur de cet univers traditionnel musulman, une question le hante : où est l'amour ? Comment l'amour peut-il naître dans la séparation des sexes, dans cette obsession de la virginité, dans les mariages arrangés ? Il semble caché, voilé, enfoui... Mais si Jérôme s'interroge, son guide et ami Mansour, lui, cherche l'amour d'une manière bien concrète : célibataire d'une quarantaine d'années, il est temps qu'il se marie. Avec simplicité, humour et franchise, leurs deux quêtes vont s'éclairer et se nourrir mutuellement. Jeudi 12 juin 19 h 00. Cinéma du Parc, 3575 avenue du Parc. Coût : 10 $ régulier, 7 $ étudiant et âge d'or." Plus d'info

• Posted June 3nd, 2008: Culture Unplugged Studios writes: "You are invited to the Film Festival 08 : East Speaks, Here - Asia & Middle East's first online film festival, now live at www.cultureunplugged.com. The hearts & minds of storytellers, from various countries, unveiled at this open film festival presented by Culture Unplugged Studios in partnership with you and all the filmmakers participating. The festival, wishing to focus on not just films, nor just film-makers, but the consciousness transplanted thru cinema. Be the jury and Enjoy! Film Festival 08 : East Speaks, Here - www.cultureunplugged.com Watch, vote and spread the buzz in your community, on your social networks, in your blogs. Promote films. Promote consciousness."

• Posted June 2nd, 2008: Aboriginal people interested in directing for television are encouraged to apply for the NSI Storytellers Director phase which offers the opportunity to develop television directing skills through an intensive training week and an internship on a western-based television series destined for broadcast in Canada. The training is offered by the National Screen Institute – Canada (NSI) in association with Aboriginal Peoples Television Network (APTN). The deadline for applications is Friday, July 18, 4:30 p.m. Central Time. Application details are available on the NSI website.

• Posted June 2nd, 2008: The Time Has Come! The 2880 Film Blitz is back for its sixth year and we are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help out during this event, which is scheduled to take place June 20th - 22nd, 2008 at the corner of Bagg and St. Laurent in Montreal. This event will bring together over 100 members of the independent film community as 12 teams of filmmakers compete against time to write, shoot and edit a short film over a 48 hour weekend (2880 minutes). If you are looking to be involved within the independent bilingual film community, and build contact networks this is your opportunity!! To volunteer you must be available: June 12th: Lottery where teams are chosen; June 20th and 22nd: Three day festival with several screenings and live bands. Please contact Andrea Feder: andrea.feder@gmail.com Plus: Join the Facebook Group!

• Affiché le 2 juin, 2008 : Le 2880 Film Blitz célèbre son sixième anniversaire sur la Main, du 15 au 17 juin 2007. L'inscription au 2880 Film Blitz est officiellement ouverte. Les formulaire d'inscription sont disponibles sur www.2880.ca. Du vendredi 20 au dimanche 22 juin, 12 équipes de cinéastes devront écrire, tourner et monter un court métrage de 5 minutes en 48 heures ou 2880 minutes. Pour célébrer son sixième anniversaire le 2880 Film Blitz s'est associé à la Société de développement du Boulevard St-Laurent dans le but d'offrir à ses fans une expérience unique lors de la Frénésie de la Main. L'intersection du Boulevard St-Laurent et de la rue Bagg sera le quartier général. Un écran géant extérieur, un bar, des groupes musicaux et des DJs seront de la partie. Le Blitz regroupera des centaines de cinéastes et fans sans oublier les milliers de festivaliers de la Main. Une présentation spéciale du documentaire à succès Up The Yangtze suivra le lancement du Blitz. La grande finale se tiendra le dimanche 22 juin à partir de 19 heures au coin du Boulevard St-Laurent et de la rue Bagg. Le 2880 Film Blitz est organisé par la section Québec de Documentaristes du Canada (www.docorg.ca), une organisation professionnelle sans but lucratif qui fait la promotion du cinéma documentaire indépendant et des documentaristes au Canada. Les revenus du Film Blitz 2880 permettent à DOC-Québec de continuer à offrir des services et des événements aux cinéastes de Montréal. En plus: joigner le groupe Facebook!

• Posted June 2nd, 2008: Cinema Verite Institute, France writes: "Seeking Filmmakers and Volunteers - Socially Consious Cinema. Arts & Culture, Audio/Visual Design. Cinema Verite Institute is seeking filmmakers that would like to participate in the series of events associated with its festival. For more information, visit www.cinema-verite.org. In addition, volunteers will be of assistance for the production aspects of the work, especially graphic designers!

• Posted June 2nd, 2008: MFG member Irwin Wolfe writes: "Still looking for a filmmaker who might be interested in swimming against the tide with a somewhat different "take" on the subject of Quebec separatism. More info."

• Posted May 30th, 2008: MFG member Paul Neudorf writes: "I am currently looking for a position with a film company - or filmmaker - who needs a junior/assistant video editor versed in Final Cut Pro. I have several years experience with FCP and have cut everything from documentaries, fiction and music videos to animation and experimental video. At the moment I'm studying French part-time until September, but if there's a good fit, I can start anytime. Recently I was partially funded by Bravo!FACT to direct and edit a short dance film 'Refractions' which is currently in post-production and will be broadcast on Bravo! this Fall. I am now looking for work as a junior editor to further develop my editing skills and gain experience from other talented editors. You can view some of my work at www.paulneudorf.com. If you have any questions or would like a copy of my CV, please don't hesitate to call me at 514-884-3852 (cell) or email at paul.neudorf@gmail.com."

• Posted May 30th, 2008: International Call for Shorts about Immigration: Migr@tions! Following the success of Digital Diversity and Métissé serré (its French counterpart) in 2007, Radio Canada International breaks new ground with the launch of the second edition of this unique competition... by going international! Filmmakers, 18 years and over, from anywhere in the world, are invited to submit their 4 to 9 minutes short films, whether fiction, documentary or animation, once again on the theme of immigration. Sign up now, get out your cameras and spread the word! Details are available at www.RCIviva.ca/migrations The deadline for submission by Internet is June 30, 2008. This competition is organized by RCI viva, Radio Canada International's Internet service with programming in 8 languages.

• Affiché le 30 mai, 2008 : Fondé par Astral Media, TVA et TQS, Télédiversité est un événement annuel qui se consacre au reflet et à la représentation de la diversité culturelle à la télévision privée québécoise. Télédiversité s’adresse autant aux décideurs dans l’industrie de la télévision qu’aux membres des communautés ethnoculturelles et autochtones qui ont un intérêt pour le domaine de la télévision. Il s’agit de l’opportunité idéale pour faire des rencontres et pour bâtir des relations. Télédiversité 2008, qui marquera la quatrième édition de cet événement, aura lieu les 5 et 6 juin 2008. L’événement sera gratuit pour le public. Plus d'info.

• Affiché le 28 mai, 2008: L’EspaceCinéma au Centre Segal présente une autre soirée du Cinéclub de Montréal : «THE FILM SOCIETY». Cette semaine: Night Of The Hunter (1955, 93 mins, n/b, v.o.a.) Invité: Ivan Gekoff. Sujet: Direction de la photo. Mercredi le 4 juin 2008 à 19h00. Seulement 8.00$; 6.00$ étudiants (avec preuve) et âge d’or (65 ans+). Billets disponible au Centre Segal (514-739-7944). Les sièges sont limités. Appeler en avance! 5170, ch. de la Côte-Sainte-Catherine, à l’intersection de Westbury. 2 rues à l’ouest du Métro Côte-Sainte-Catherine.

• Affiché le 28 mai, 2008: Apple effectue une tournée de séminaires sur Final Cut Server. Celle-ci s’arrêtera à Montréal le 3 juin. Réservations : www.apple.com/ca/fr/finalcutserver/tour/

• Affiché le 28 mai, 2008: Les inscriptions pour la 11e édition des RIDM, qui aura lieu du 13 au 23 novembre 2008, sont maintenant ouvertes. Date limite d’inscription : 1er juillet 2008 pour les films québécois et canadiens. Info : www.ridm.qc.ca/fr/le-festival/inscrire-un-film/

• Posted May 28th, 2008: The Documentary Organization of Canada – Quebec Chapter (DOC-Quebec) is pleased to announce the launch of this year’s 2880 Film Blitz. June 20-22, 2008. Registration begins June 2nd – 6th and the new web site http://www.2880.ca will launch on the same day. Featuring our new incredible location! The 6th edition of the 2880 Film Blitz will be held outdoors, final screenings will be projected during the St Laurent Street Sale on the corner of St Laurent and Bagg Street (South of Duluth). The lottery will be held on June 12th at 7PM at Volver, 5604 Ave du Parc (Between St Viateur & Bernard). You must register your teams in advance! More information to come… Join the Facebook Group!

• Posted May 27th, 2008: Cine en Corto Film Festival (Spain) writes: "Dear filmmaker, we are glad to invite you to participate in our IV Tamaulipas International Short Film Festival Cine en Corto '08. This year we have more than $6,000 dollars in prizes. You can also win our innovator prize called NICE TRY, an award for the short film that doesn't win but was close. More info: www.cineencorto.com, info@cineencorto.com"

• Posted May 26th, 2008: MFG member Jason Lee of the NFB's Doc Shop writes: "Experience empowering community stories & meet the student filmmakers at our exclusive Doc Shop 2008 final screening! 19 short films in Montreal Friday, May 30th, 2008, 3:00-5:00 PM. NFB - Colin Low Theater, 3155 Cote de Liesse Road, Very few seats left. MUST RSVP with Jason Lee for security clearance. j.lee@nfb.ca, 514.496-0694"

• Affiché le 26 mai, 2008: LES RIDM en action! Deux films a l'affiche au Cinéma du Parc dès le 6 juin : Girls Rock ! et Helvetica. Les RIDM poursuivent leur collaboration avec le Cinéma du Parc en termes de programmation documentaire. Voyez, dès le 6 juin, Girls Rock ! (USA, 2007, 90min) de Arne Johson et Shane King. Bien plus que l'apprentissage du rock, le camp d'été « Rock’n’Roll Camp for Girls » va transformer la vie de ces quatre adolescentes en quête de personnalité. Le rock and roll devient alors un acte catharsique. Visitez le site officiel du film. Toujours à compter du 6 juin, sera présenté Helvetica (Royaume-Uni, 2007, 80min) de Gary Hustwit. Portant sur la célèbre police d'écriture, le film nous transporte dans notre univers urbain en nous invitant à porter un regard nouveau sur les millions de mots auxquels nous sommes confrontés chaque jour. Visitez le site officiel du film. Pour plus d'information, visitez le site du Cinéma du Parc.

• Posted May 26th, 2008: MFG member Kai Egener writes: "Are you 15-18 years old? Know a movie buff who is? Concordia University Television Station is offering its 2nd Annual Summer Video Bootcamp for youth aged 15-18, July 28-August 8, 2008. This jam-packed camp in CUTV's downtown Concordia facility will give participants the skills they need to start making movies. Youth will work in teams alongside experienced filmmakers and media professionals from the Montreal area, with access to professional and semi-professional equipment. $250 for two weeks, 9-5pm. Full or partial scholarships are available-- no questions asked! To register by June 13, email cutv@alcor.