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• Looking for post-production or DOP services? Consider Rev13 Films, the most recent MFG members to advertize with a banner ad up above. Rev13 Films provides post-production services specializing in online mastering, colour grading and effects. Production services with experienced directory of photography. Any format.

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• Posted January 5th, 2009: MFG member and established filmmaker is seeking scripts for an Oscar-winning producer with financing for several 1.5 to 2 million dollar film projects to be shot in Canada. The type of story sought is described as "Non genre, marketable and ideally based on real stories." Examples are "Monster (Charlize Therron) and "Million Dollar Baby" (Hillary Swank, Clint Eastwood). If you have anything like this or know someone who does, please contact Jim with a one page synopsis at ultrasonic76@yahoo.com

• Posted January 5th, 2009: MFG Member George Kandalaft writes: "FOR SALE: LIKE NEW Beachtek DXA-6VU XLR-to-3.5mm adapter with built-in 48V phantom power and level meters for $300 (paid $370 US for it a year ago). Use to connect pro microphones to camcorders or pro audio recorders like the Zoom H2 or the M-Audio Micro-Track. Call 514-358-8510, georgethesoundguy@gmail.com, if interested. Thanks :)"

• Posted January 5th, 2009: Les ateliers GILLES PLOUFFE workshops. 'Jeu devant la Caméra - Screen Acting'. This workshop focuses on developing the actor’s ability to apply realistic believable acting while also learning to adjust the acting form to serve the technical needs of the on-set camera and crew. 1 soir semaine, 4 semaines / 1 night a week, 4 weeks. $200.00. Starts Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at 6:00pm. Espace La Risée, 1258 rue Bélanger, To register: 514-272-9430, l_atelier2004@hotmail.com. More info.

• Posted January 1st, 2009: MFG member and co-founder Ezra Soiferman writes: A 3-minute film I made called Broadway New Year's Day (in which I walk the entire 252-block length of New York's Broadway turning it into a musical 'stop-motion documentary') has launched today on eGuiders.com. The brand new L.A-based eGuiders site describes itself as "a video website that uses a remarkable collection of industry insiders and pioneers to help people find the most engaging original videos on the Internet. We search, you watch." My old NYU classmate and friend Marc Ostrick (co-creator of our award-winning short film Pressure Drop) is one of the two founders of eGuiders and I'm very excited for him on the recent launch of this phenomenal new site. While it's still in 'Beta-test' form, eGuiders.com already has tons of web videos up with more coming soon. If you like short films and web videos, jump aboard the eGuiders Newsletter List to get updates on new content at the site. Many celebrities and TV industry folks like my NYU friend Damon Lindelof (co-creator of ABC's "LOST") will be featured at the site e-guiding you to their favourite web video picks. Others are: Jerry Stiller, Shawn Ryan (writer, The Shield), John Landis (director, Blues Brothers) and many more. I'm happy to point out that this is Broadway New Year's Day's online premiere. I've only ever shown it at live speaking engagements to illustrate taking wild ideas (like walking Broadway top to bottom fueled only by orange juice and sesame seed bagels) and running with them! Have a super-fine '09! Enjoy my walk down Broadway... Turn the speakers up and enjoy the trip! To watch Broadway New Year's Day, click here.

• Posted December 30th, 2008: MFG member Florence So (Pink Rubber Lady) writes: "Dear friends, for New Year's Eve, we will be VJing at the SAT with YOUR stuff. That's right, send your videos to satnye09@gmail.com or read the SAT info for more details: Come celebrate New Year’s Eve with the SAT!* We invite you to take part in the visual performance in the café. Participate by uploading your texts, images or videos and the VJ’s will mix your materials - live! At any time, BEFORE OR DURING the performance, send text, images or videos to satnye09@gmail.com or by SMS/MMS to 514-662-4728. Don’t have a phone? Someone from the SAT has a dedicated telephone for this performance. Look for this person throughout the night. If you want to send YouTube videos put the word SATNYE09 as a tag. Suggestions on what to send us: people making funny faces, people dancing, colourful videos, Actions. Don’t let go of this great opportunity to express yourself! Upload you materials and join us in the café!

• Posted December 30th, 2008: MFG member Elizabeth Johnston writes: "Cut to New Year action with the Basic Screenwriting Seminar. Given by author and Concordia instructor Elizabeth Johnston, the seminar takes place on Saturday, January 17th, 9:30am to 4pm-ish. More info at www.explore-the-possibilities.com. Cheers!"

• Posted December 30, 2008: MFG member Tamas Wormser writes: Whether you want to relax or party, meditate or dance, cleanse your body or soul... Start the new year with Touched by Water. Watch the film by Tamas Wormser on the Documentary Channel on December 31st, 9pm; January 1st, 1am; January 3rd, 1pm or January 4th, 5am. "A documentary odyssey about bathing rituals", calls it the cbc.ca/arts, "Shot in 13 countries over the course of 10 years, the exquisite Touched by Water is both an ode to the social ritual of public bathing and a thought-provoking look at water's spiritual significance." "A poetic journey" claims the Montreal Mirror, "Wormser has a way of showing us the beauty beyond what is ostensibly ordinary, while illuminating our intricate relationship to H20." Trailer.

• Posted December 28th, 2008: MFG member Alisha Fisher writes: "Hello, fellow MFG members. I design wild 'nature' costumes that can be used in your films. My work is very tribal. I combine this with primitive body-painting. I also do environmental art in my photographs. Here's a link to check out some photos: www.nature-nymphs.com. I'd love to collaborate. Drop me a line at artistnaturenymph@yahoo.com"

• Posted December 19th, 2008: Tom Todoroff Studios writes: Our next TOM TODOROFF Montreal workshop is coming ! January 16th-17th and 18th! New Location for the intensive: This next workshop will be held in the rehearsal room of Théâtre ESPACE GO ! All details will be sent to registered students on the week preceding the workshop. The dates of the three complementary workshops following the intensive will be transmitted to you shortly. For registration, contact producer Carole Bureau at 514-966-8857, or email: ttwmontreal@gmail.com

• Posted December 17th, 2008: Leigh Bryant writes: "I have free passes for a screening of Valkyrie today (Dec. 17) in Montreal - the film is Valkyrie and will be shown at the LATIN QUARTER 9 cinema (350 Emery St.) at 7pm. It is DUBBED IN FRENCH. Synopsis: In a country in the grips of evil, in a police state where every move is being watched, in a world where justice and honor have been subverted, a group of men hidden inside the highest reaches of power decide to take action. Tom Cruise stars in the suspense film, VALKYRIE, based on the true story of Colonel Claus von Stauffenberg (CRUISE) and the daring and ingenious plot to eliminate one of the most evil tyrants the world has ever known. Director Bryan Singer (THE USUAL SUSPECTS, X-MEN, SUPERMAN RETURNS) re-teams with Academy Award®-winning USUAL SUSPECTS screenwriter Christopher McQuarrie to bring to life the story of the men who led the operation to assassinate Hitler. For free passes, please contact: Leigh at: pubpromo3@alliedadvpub.com. Web site: www.valkyrie.unitedartists.com"

• Posted December 17th, 2008: MFG member Tristan Brand writes: "It's true, Studio 300 will open its doors for a special holiday open house from 4pm until 11pm on Friday, December 19th. Come warm up in Old Montreal with a cup of hot whiskey cider and consider having your photo taken for the holidays: Head shots, band shots, portraits, etc. The cost for portraits and simple head shots are a very special 150$ (normally 300$), but for the more fun and loose stuff I'll accept donations. And of course, any payment or donation will get you a tax receipt (just in time for the end of the fiscal year!). If you would prefer a more private session, let me know and we can set you up for another time during the day or weekend. But be quick! Come Monday my prices go back to normal. Studio 300 is located at 409 Saint Francois-Xavier (on the 3rd floor). Metro: get off at Place d'Armes, walk into Old Montreal, make a right on Notre-Dame, a left on Saint Francois-Xavier and look for us before Saint-Paul. Just down the street from the Centaur Theatre. tristanbrand@gmail.com, sample photos here."

• Posted December 17th, 2008: MFG member Daniel Cross writes: www.HomelessNation.org is a website BY and FOR our homeless citizens on the streets. We were recently honored with a Canadian New Media Award or our work. This week, we are launching our first funding drive, with special gifts offered by EyeSteelFilm. We founded this website 5 years ago with funding from the Canadian government, but sadly our pilot program has run out and we are starting a drive to become self-sustainable. That means we need donations to survive! We now have over 3700 members, and would like to continue growing and providing this service. We are trying to raise $5000 dollars this holiday season to keep alive. YOUR DONATION WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Any donation is helpful. All the money raised goes to this website and services. Most of HomelessNation.org's staff are people from the street community. Office space is donated. Administration is volunteered. We are a not-for-profit. We make do on a very small budget. More info and list of cool gifts you'll get in exchange for your donation.

• Affiché le 16 décembre, 2008 : Membre MFG Volatile Works nous écrit: "Border Movements: Exposition et évenements du 17 au 21 décembre 2008. La Centrale Galerie Powerhouse, 4296 boul. St-Laurent, Montréal, 16 décembre 20h: "Artists Against Apartheid" une soirée de performances (Sablo Kafe, 50 St-Zotique est). 17 décembre: 18h-20h: Table-ronde d'ouverture & Entretiens d'artistes; 21h: Vernissage. 19 décembre 19h: Visionnement vidéo. Border Movements se composera d’une exposition et d’une série d’événements qui souligne les pratiques artistiques locales et leur rapport avec les mouvements de justice sociale qui s’occupent de migration et de frontières." Plus d'infos.

• Posted December 16th, 2008: MFG member Volatile Works writes: "BORDER MOVEMENTS, December 17 to December 20th, 2008, La Centrale Galerie Powerhouse, 4296 boul. St-Laurent, Montréal, Curated by: Tatiana Gomez, Ayesha Hameed, Nahed Mansour, Leila Pourtavaf. Events: December 16, 8pm: Artists Against Apartheid - a night of performances (Sablo Kafe, 50 St-Zotique east). December 17, 6-8pm: Opening Panel & Artist Talks 9pm: Vernissage (La Centrale Galerie Powerhouse). December 19, 7pm: Video Screening (La Centrale Galerie Powerhouse). Border Movements is an exhibition and series of events that highlight local artistic practices and their relationship to social justice movements dealing with issues of migration and borders. The exhibit challenges the paternalism concomitant with seeing migrant struggles as taking place in vaguely defined locations "over there". This event is envisioned as a means of creating a space for reflection, conversations and skill sharing around creative interventions that deal with the theme of national borders. Participating Artists: Nidal El Khairy, Kandis Friesen, Freda Guttman, Nahed Mansour, Anita Schoepp, Ayesha Hameed, Tatiana Gomez, Kader Belaouni, Michael Reeson, Solidarity Across Borders, Brett Story, Stefan Christoff, Punch Clock and Simone Schmidt, Min Sook Lee, Amy Miller, Boban Chaldovich, Tamara Vukov, and others... More info.

• Posted December 16th, 2008: MFG member Victoria Sanchez writes: "Actresses needed: Hi Girls! (if you got this and you're a guy, please forward to girls you think might be interest and right for these projects). My brother's casting 3 really fun web series, it's paid work, union and non-union. Thanks and Happy Holidays to you all! ;) Victoria. Please email: roamingshorts@gmail.com. Details: Fede Sanchez, the producer, writer and director of the film ETERNAL (Sony Pictures US), is looking for sexy and ultra-funny female leads to star in his upcoming Internet shows (sorry, all male roles have been cast!). There will be a last round of auditions in Montreal and Toronto. If you would like to attend or would like to refer a great candidate, send a resumé and two pictures (face/body) to roamingshorts@gmail.comand mention which of the three shows you would like to try out for. Submissions must be received before midnight this coming Wednesday, Dec. 17. ACTRA indie pilot agreement in effect. Union and non-union members welcome. More info: http://roamingshorts.blogspot.com"

• Posted December 15th, 2008: The Yorkton Film Festival is pleased to announce that submissions are now being accepted for the 2009 Golden Sheaf Awards competition. Canadian filmmakers, producers and distributors are invited to submit their original work to the competition for the Golden Sheaf Awards. Canadian productions 60 minutes and under that have been completed in the period between February 1, 2008 and January 31, 2009 and not have been entered in a previous Golden Sheaf Awards competition will be accepted. The entry form, list of categories, rules and regulations and all information about the 2009 Golden Sheaf Awards competition can be found on the Festival’s website at www.goldensheafawards.com. Entries will be accepted until the deadline of February 1, 2009 at which time the adjudication process will begin. The nominees will be announced in March 2009 and the Golden Sheaf Statues awarded at the Yorkton Short Film & Video Festival Gala on Saturday May 23, 2009 in Yorkton, SK. For information, contact the Yorkton Film Festival office at info@goldensheafawards.com or 306.782.7077.

• Posted December 11th, 2008: MFG member David Uloth writes: "Looking for Actor (male or female): I'm shooting another short film and we lost an actor, unfortunately, to his work schedule. So now we're struggling to find a replacement ready to shoot next Tuesday to Thursday. Someone with dark hair and ready to be a bad-guy (or bad-girl) Al-Qaida operative. The film is non-paying but fun...a dark absurd comedy. David Uloth, Sure Shot Productions Inc. goodvibes88@hotmail.com"

• Posted December 11th, 2008: Super U is proud to announce "L'interprétation des rêves ou les aventures du Robot Bleu” by first time animator Elohim Sanchez has won $2,500 in the first SuperU.ca and TAC.tv Animation contest. Click here to watch the film! And it’s that time again! Every year we deal with the stress of the holiday season and, like you, we at Super U could use some laughs. Share your funniest story about the holiday season – any holiday will do! Winning film will take home $1500. More info. We're also looking for the story of your early season session - fresh snow, new skis, and your video camera. You could win $3,000. Click here to enter! Hope to see your films soon! If you need any more information or have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Melissa Wood (melissa.wood@superuholdings.com). Super U. Make a film. Enter a contest. Win stuff.

• Posted December 11th, 2008: MFG member Julia Lenardon, the voice & speech teacher who works with the Tom Todoroff workshop in Montreal for 2 years is offering a new program with voice classes offered on a semi-regular basis for working actors. If you are have any questions about the sessions and/or you wish to sign up, contact her either by email: jlenardon@hotmail.com or phone: 514 273-9621.

• Posted December 11th, 2008: MFG member Josh Usheroff writes: Video Party Presents: THE TRAVELER. Saturday, December 13th, 2008. 10pm 'till late. 3035 St-Antoine O. (Corner Atwater) Metro Lionel-Groulx. NO COVER || CASH BAR. Supported by St-Ambroise - McAuslainSubmissions for this 'Travel' themed Video Party have been rolling in since the spring. We've got a nice selection of indie films about unique places all over the world. A carnival in India, Gun trafficking in Pakistan, Paris in 8mm, New Media from Japan, voodoo in the Congo, and a bunch of naked guys in Wales. Trust us, this screening is worth checking out. Watch THE TRAVELER TRAILER or search for the Facebook Event "Video Party Presents: The Traveler".

• Posted December 9th, 2008: MFG member Jessica Romano writes: "Seeking pre/post production and crew to film pilot for TV series. This project is in embryonic stage, there is no budget at the moment. However we will procure sponsors/investors...need the pilot. Interested persons are required to have faith and vision to pilot completion. Shoot Dates are January 17th & February 14th, 2009. Partnership(s) potential, contact Jessica at jessica.r@robertfilm.com"

• Posted December 9th, 2008: MFG member Jim Donovan writes: 3 Seasons, directed by Montreal Film Group member Jim Donovan has won the $15,000 Borsos Competition for Best New Canadian Feature Film, presented by the Directors Guild of Canada – BC District Council and supported by Telefilm Canada at the eighth annual Whistler Film Festival. The film follows two couples and a distraught father as they seek redemption from their fate. The jury, comprised of legendary actor Donald Sutherland, Oscar-nominated and Genie Award winning director Sturla Gunnarsson and Emmy winning director/writer Patricia Rozema, chose the film from a field of six finalists. The award recognizes films which embody the spirit of independent filmmaking in Canada. In accepting the award, director Jim Donovan said ”Coming to Whistler and seeing the festival emphasis on Canadian film and helping the filmmakers meet executives, which is a challenge to everyone, is the perfect next step in this experience. I am honored to be the recipient of this prize and will remember this all my life.”

• Posted December 6th, 2008: MFG member Robyne Baruchel writes: "Just a quick note to tell you a spot at the "business" of acting Seminar tomorrow, Sunday Dec 7th has opened up. If you know of someone who might be interested in attending, please pass the info on? They can contact me at: rbaruchel@sympatico.ca, 514 919 9720 (voice mail), 514 938 1212 (studio). Thanks so much! Robyne. Course info."

• Posted December 6th, 2008: The early film submission deadline for Hot Docs 2009 is Monday, December 15. After this deadline films will still be accepted up until January 16, 2009, but they will be subject to an increased submission fee. Please visit www.hotdocs.ca for complete submission guidelines and to access to the online submission form.

• Posted December 6th, 2008: MFG member Jacques E. Bouchard writes: "Need a demo or audition reel? Right Brain Productions is an experienced independent producer that can create a reel tailored to your needs, either from original footage or using footage provided by you. HD, DVD, YouTube, MySpace, etc. Several formats available."

• Posted December 5th, 2008: MFG member Cine-Asie writes: "Attention Filmmakers: 2nd Annual Cine-Asie National Video Portrait Contest Now Accepting Submissions! Ciné-Asie invites you to explore the unique relationship between Asia and Canada using video as a tool of expression to paint a portrait of yourself or someone you know! This call is open to all ages, genders, and genres; however, as our organization aims for Asian and Canadian cultural-artistic interaction, the submitted video must represent an aspect of Asian-Canada, whether thematically or with an Asian-Canadian in a key creative role. A screening of the top submissions will be held at the Cinémathèque Québécoise in Montreal, Quebec) in May of 2009 and a jury panel will determine the 1st and 2nd prizes and the 3rd prize will be given based on the public's choice. All winners will be announced at the screening. For more information and submission forms and guidelines, please click here, or find us on facebook. Deadline for Entry is March 31st, 2009.

• Affiché le 4 décembre, 2008: La 4e séance des Rendez-vous des droits de la personne sera consacrée au droit à un environnement sain, avec la projection des films . Les réfugiés de la planète bleue d'Hélène Choquette et Jean-Philippe Duval et Discours d'eau (en dix courts) de Saël Gueydan-Lacroix et Frédéric Julien. le Jeudi 4 décembre 2008 à 18 h 30 au Cinéma ONF (1564, rue Saint-Denis, Montréal). Séance : 7 $ [adulte] - 5 $ [étudiants et aînés]. Billets en vente uniquement au guichet du Cinéma ONF. Plus d'info: www.ffdpm.com

• Affiché le 4 décembre, 2008: Le film LA BATAILLE DE RABASKA de Magnus Isacsson et Martin Duckworth sortira en salles le 5 DÉCEMBRE à la Cinérobothèque ONF à Montréal et au Cinéma Cartier à Québec. Tous les renseignements (bande-annonce, photos, textes...) sont sur la page Internet du film à l'adresse : www.onf.ca/labataillederabaska La bande-annonce est également disponible ici et ici.
  

• Posted November 27th, 2008: whoweare.ca is looking for daring filmmakers to rock its website. The NFB, Kung Fu Numerik and Turbulent Media have given birth to the innovative Web project called whoweare.ca. With much excitement, the project has now moved to its production stage, after winning the first National Film Board’s Cross-Media Challenge in June 2007, and then moving on to receive major financial support from both the NFB and Telefilm Canada. Smart, relevant, sexy and necessary, whoweare.ca provides a platform for the broadcast and distribution of videos about identity and movements of people. Each video highlights a personal experience of place and belonging, and illuminates an aspect of cultural diversity. Woven together into a participatory and inclusive Web environment, these portraits are a powerful tool for togetherness. The Bouchard-Taylor commission was a Pinto. whoweare.ca is the high-speed train we’re all missing. Think you can handle it? Click here to see a demo on Facebook. Tell us your story at www.whoweare.ca. Deadline to submit: Dec. 15, 2008: Click here to submit. We pay up to $1000 for original creative submissions.

• Affiché le 27 novembre, 2008: La SODEC annonce le lancement d'un tout nouveau site web, www.cinema-du-quebec.com , qui vise à informer l'ensemble des intervenants du milieu cinématographique et les cinéphiles sur notre cinématographie nationale et son rayonnement à l'étranger. Il s'agit d'une initiative mise sur pied dans la foulée du festival Cinéma du Québec, lancé à Paris en 1996 et présenté également depuis deux ans à Lyon, à Liège et à Cannes.

• Posted November 27th, 2008: MFG member Jacques E. Bouchard writes: Male actor, non-union, looking 30-40 years old, wanted to play the supporting role in a short film scheduled to shoot in January in the West Island of Montreal. Curling experience a plus, but not essential. Role will require light smoking. Please send CV, headshot and demo reel (if available) to BreakfastFilms@gmail.com.

• Posted November 26th, 2008: ontheglobe.com provides feature-film, television and advertising producers with a treasure-trove of as yet unknown, stunning locations worldwide for film producers and directors. In addition to the location itself, the principals are connected at the highest levels of the tourism industry locally, opening doors to a fruitful, hastle free production process. More info and sample photos.
  

• Posted November 25th, 2008: From the Montreal Underground Film Festival: "So MUFF decided to pair up with the other best film festival in Montreal, Image + Nation film festival. MUFF @ I+N, mercredi 26 novembre, 21h30 Laïka, 4040 St-Laurent (corner Duluth). We have 2 amazing shorts programmes (2 x 25 minutes) and a suprise xxx rated performance by Jesika Joy herself which involes pole dancing...I really wouldn't miss this if I were you...It's free! No excuse! Get your MUFFS down there! See you mercredi! Karina + Zoe xxx http://muff514.com // Heye! Venez nous voir à l'autre plus cool festival de films de Montréal, Image + Nation, ce mercredi à 21h30! on a deux superbes programmes de courts pour vous, 25 minutes chacuns, et une performance surprise de la fameuse Jesika Joy...Elle accompagnera la projection de son film avec une danse cochonne sur un poteau...Je m'arrangerais pour ne pas manquer ça à votre place. En plus c'est gratuit! Ammenez vos fesses au Laïka, mercredi le 26 novembre, 21h30! On se voit là-bas! http://muff514.com"

• Posted November 25th, 2008: McGill University will host a free one night-only exhibit on Tuesday, December 2 to showcase short films made by the students of Professor Alanna Thain's Alternative Approaches to Media class. The seventeen young filmmakers will be on site in the Arts building to present their course capstone projects, answer questions and give hands-on lessons in animation. There will be an open house to display installation pieces, followed by a two-hour screening. Seating for the screening is limited and will be allotted on a first-come first-serve basis. The works to be shown address fundamental questions about film as a medium in 2008, speaking collectively to themes of the digital age: the democratization of media, the prevalence of the small screen, and the communication networks by which they have been made possible. Throughout the semester, the students experimented with a variety of techniques and materials including stop-motion animation, found footage remixing, and Super 8 film. Several works from the class were chosen to compete as finalists in the Festival de Nouveau Cinema's Concours Fantôme this past October. Event begins at 6:30pm. Cost of admission: Free. McGill Arts Building, 853 Sherbrooke St. West.

• Affiché le 25 novembre, 2008: Présenté en première mondiale dans le cadre des 11es RIDM (Rencontres internationales du documentaire de Montréal), le nouveau film très attendu de Magnus Isacsson et Martin Duckworth, La bataille de Rabaska, prendra l’affiche dès le 5 décembre prochain au Cinéma ONF à Montréal et au Cinéma Cartier à Québec où certaines projections seront suivies de discussions avec les réalisateurs et différents invités. Visionnements de presse: Mercredi 26 novembre à 10 h, Durée : 80 minutes, À la Cinémathèque québécoise (335, boulevard de Maisonneuve est). RSVP, entrevues : Marie-Claude Lamoureux, relations avec les médias, ONF, 514-283-9607 / m.c.lamoureux@onf.ca Site web.

• Affiché le 25 novembre, 2008: Au Pied du Mur (French version). Jeudi le 27 novembre, 19h30. Centre de la Culture Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, 4200 Rue Ontario Est. Article.

• Posted November 25th, 2008: Help save the CIFVF: This Facebook Group writes: "This group is for people who support the Canadian Independent Film and Video Fund and want to work together to reinstate its funding. Top priority is to sway the new government to reverse the decision to cut $1.5 million from the CIFVF’s budget as of March 31, 2009, effectively closing the Fund. Click here to see what you can do to save the CIFVF."

• Posted November 24th, 2008: Concordia University’s Mel Hoppenheim School of Cinema invites applications for one tenure-track position in Film Animation for July 1, 2009. The animation program is hoping to attract a candidate who is familiar with a wide range of animation production methods, 2D and/or 3D, celluloid and digital film, with at least five years experience as a filmmaker and some teaching experience at the post-secondary level. Deadline: November 30, 2008. More info.

• Posted November 22nd, 2008: MFG member Dan Emery writes: "After 3 long years of traveling the globe, filming, editing, filming again and then editing some more – our film, the world’s first documentary about professional sport streakers, is finally ready to be released! Jump! The World’s Greatest Streakers will be screened for the first time ever in Montreal for all of our friends and colleagues on Thursday November 27th at the classic Corona Theatre in St. Henri, 2490 rue Notre Dame Ouest. Doors 7:30PM, film at 8:15pm. You are all invited to join us! Synopsis: Jump! is the story of Jaume Marquet, (aka – Jimmy Jump) whose dream is to become famous by streaking across the fields of major televised sporting events around the world. Jimmy’s story opens up the doors into the eccentric world of professional sports streaking, where the world’s most famous streakers talk about what drives them to do it, the glory and the repercussions that come along with the lifestyle, and what it takes to be a true professional streaker. We’re really excited to celebrate our release with all of you, and everyone is welcome to come. Please send this invite to all your friends and have them come along on this wild ride. This is a FREE screening with a reception to follow at the Corona. Yes, it’s been a long time coming… So let’s pack this theatre, have a great first showing and do this thing right! Clothing optional. See you at the show. Dan, Mathieu and Jon. Facebook page and trailer Official site and trailer."

• Posted November 20th, 2008: MFG member Frederic Bohbot writes: "For all those who were dying to see Leaving The Fold, directed by MFG member Eric Scott, but for some reason were not able to, you have one last chance before it gets broadcast on Radio Canada, which we anticipate will take place in the summer of 2009. So it’s now or summer! Sunday, November 23rd, 2008, 10th Annual Dorshei Emmet Film Festival, 7:30PM ($8), 18 Cleve Road, Hampstead. www.leavingthefold.net

• Posted November 20th, 2008: MFG member Jean Mercier writes: "Maximize the revenue streams for your content (film, series, etc.) with Internet distribution (amazon.com on demand portal, iTunes/ podcast, etc.). Position yourself to get the income you deserve paid directly to you. I can take care of everything for you from beginning to end. You will see your royalty reports in real time. You can't beat that. Don't miss out on this new way of reaching and building your audience all over the world. Contact me at jmerc56488@aol.com or visit my site at www.MercierFilms.ca" // MAXIMISEZ LES REVENUS SUR VOTRE CONTENU, et GARDEZ TOUS VOS DROITS. Ne laissez pas cette opportunité vous échapper. Quel que soit votre contenu (sauf XXX!) nous pouvons vous aider à le positionner IMMÉDIATEMENT sur l'Internet. Dans quelques jours, votre film sera facilement trouvable et branché avec des annonceurs potentiels avec revenus qui vous seront payés si tel est le cas. Nous nous occuperons de tout. Contactez nous sans délais pour détails au jmerc56488@aol.com ou visitez notre site www.MercierFilms.ca

• Posted November 20th, 2008: MFG member Tamara Kozloff writes: "Come on down to CINE SALON SEASON 1: EPISODE 5. Thursday, November 20th at The Centre St. Ambroise, 5080 St. Ambroise, at 9pm." Facebook Page

• Posted November 18th, 2008: MFG member Elizabeth Johnston writes: Basic Screenwriting Seminar. Get the Tools You Need to Write Your Own Screenplay. Learn the basics in just one day! Structure, characterization, dialogue, and more. Saturday, January 17, 2009, 9:30am - 4:00pm. Learn how to write your own film in whatever genre you're interested. Registration Deadlines: Early: Dec. 1, Noon, $95. Final: Jan. 7, Noon, $125. Payment can be made through PayPal on site at: www.explore-the-possibilities.com. Contact: information@explore-the-possibilities.com

• Posted November 18th, 2008: MFG member Samir Mallal writes: "Sony HVR-Z1U HDV Camera for sale - bought from Vistek (see specs at Vistek site) a year and half ago, recently inspected and certified by CEV. With the following accessories: Wide Conversion Lens (Sony VCL- HG0872); 2 extra long batteries and one standard; Polarizing filter (BW 72 mm); UV filter (BW 72 mm); Frezzi MRFIC-12P Dimmer Micro-Fill camera-mount light (including 2 batteries, 2 barn doors, filter and diffuser); special backpack; $4000 for the whole kit. Please email or call Samir at 514-585-9452, samir@ampictures.net Thanks!"

• Posted November 18th, 2008: MFG member Alan Kohl writes: "Loaded Pictures would like to invite you to the World Premiere of "Roadsworth: Crossing the Line", Friday November 21st (7:30pm), part of Rencontres Internationales du documentaire de Montreal, in co-presentation with Cinema Politica. Concordia University, Hall Building, 1455 De Maisonneuve, theatre H-110. Please RSVP to Selin at 514-448-5460 or selin@loadedpictures.ca. Roadsworth: Crossing the Line, by director Alan Kohl, details a Montreal artist's clandestine campaign to make his mark on city streets, define himself as an artist and address the difficult questions about art and freedom of expression. 4 years in the making, this film is Loaded Pictures' founding project making this premiere a very special occasion. Please make note that there will be a theatrical run of Roadsworth: Crossing the Line at Cinéma du Parc from November 22nd to 29th. We hope that you encourage everyone around you to go see this incredible documentary. On behalf of the Loaded Pictures team, we thank you for your continued support and cannot wait to celebrate with you at the Premiere. Also we are trying to have a critical mass bike ride down to the theatre the night of the screening. Roadsworth has written this text below asking people to join!: "Get on your long johns, hats and gloves and meet us at Parc Lahaie on the corner of St. Joseph and St. Laurent at 6:15 PM this Friday November 21st for a bike ride to remember... or forget depending on how warmly dressed you are. We will be leaving the park (point A) no later than 6:30pm and biking down to Concordia's Hall Building (point B) in time for the Premiere screening. There will be original Roadsworth signed T-shirts and prints to give away to the first 20 people who arrive at the meeting point. So don't be one of the masses: GET OFF YOUR ASS AND JOIN THE CRITICAL MASS!" Visit the Cinema Politica site. Visit the official NFB site.

• Affiché le 17 novembre 2008 : Membre MFG Alan Kohl nous écrit: Loaded Pictures souhaite vous inviter à la première mondiale de "Roadsworth: Franchir la Ligne", le Vendredi 21 Novembre (19h30), dans le cadre des Rencontres Internationales du Documentaire de Montreal, en collaboration avec Cinema Politica. Le film sera présenté à l'université Concordia, Hall Building, 1455 De Maisonneuve, Theatre H-110. Si vous souhaitez réserver des places assises, contactez Selin au 514-448-5460 ou par courriel selin@loadedpictures.ca Roadsworth: Franchir la Ligne expose la campagne clandestine que mène un artiste de rue Montréalais pour laisser sa marque dans les rues de la ville, se définir en tant qu'artiste et s'attaquer à d'épineuses questions à propos de l'art et de la liberté d'expression. Quatre ans à completer, ce film est le projet fondateur de Loaded Pictures faisant de cette première une occasion d'autant plus spéciale. Prenez note qu'il y aura aussi une sortie théatrale de Roadsworth: Franchir la Ligne au Cinéma du Parc à compter du 22 Novembre jusqu'au 29 Novembre. Nous espérons que vous encouragerez votre entourage à aller voir cet incroyable documentaire. De la part de toute les membres de Loaded Pictures, nous vous remercions de votre soutien continuel and avons hâte de célébrer avec vous à la Première. Roadsworth nous écrit par rapport au Critical Mass qui s'organize : "Mettez vos long johns, tuques et gants et rencontrez-nous au Parc Lahaie sur le coin St.Joseph et St. Laurent (voir la carte en-dessous) a 18h15 ce vendredi le 21 novembre pour une sortie en velo a ne pas oublier. On quittera le parc (point A) a 18h30 au plus tard en route vers le Hall Building de Concordia a l'occassion de la projection de la Premiere du film. Il va y avoir des T-shirts et serigraphies originaux signes par Roadsworth pour les 20 premieres personnes arrivees au point de rencontre. Alors BOUGEZ VOS CULS ET REJOIGNEZ-NOUS!" Visitez le site Cinema Politica. Visitez le site officiel de l'ONF.

• Posted November 17th, 2008: MFG member Josh Usheroff of Video Party writes: "Manifiesta this Sunday at S.A.T. The Makila video arts collective is hosting a showcase of their latest projects at the S.A.T., 1195 St-Laurent, this Sunday November 23rd. The main attraction will be a screening of “Kalavera deliciosa”. A video created by combining thirteen 30-second video clips, made by thirteen different directors. A selection of other short videos will be screened including work by Ellen Tang, Jimmy Medellin and an open-source video by Brett Gaylor. Video Party will be there to present a preview of our next event “The Traveler” (a few places left - submit your film today!). DJ Andy Williams will be on the decks. $5 at the door. 7pm ‘till midnight. More info. Afterward, be sure to check out VJ Moot’s monthly Split Signal at Blizzarts, 5956 St-Laurent. Good tunes and visuals ‘till 3am.

• Posted November 17th, 2008: MFG member Josh Usheroff of Video Party writes: "A video that I shot this summer has made it into the semi-finals of a Radio Canada online competition called Migr@tions. The movie, Seeking Status, focuses on the lives of two denied refugee claimants from Zimbabwe, who are currently living in Canada. Seeking Status addresses the current legal grey-zone that leaves hundreds of individuals who are seeking asylum with no legal status. Your support will help spread awareness about this situation. Please click HERE and vote generously for the video Seeking Status by Josh Usheroff. Voting ends November 19th, so vote today!"
  

• Affiché le 17 novembre 2008 : Membre MFG Laurence-Amélie Montpetit nous écrit: Exposition de mon père l'artiste concepteur Guy Montpetit: GUY MONTPETIT, UN PARCOURS SINGULIER DANS L'ART MODERNE QUÉBÉCOIS. Commissaire : Jules Arbec. Du 1er novembre 2008 au 22 fevrier 2009. Centre d'exposition de Val-David, 2495, rue, ValDavid. Plus d'info. Article du journal Trace.

• Posted November 17th, 2008: MFG member Ryan Bruce Levey writes: "The film IOUSA opens Friday, November 28th at the AMC Forum 22. The author/producer will be attendance for a Q&A on Nov. 28th and 29th. Detailing the reckless spending of past presidents, irresponsible wartime budgets and international fiascos, I.O.U.S.A. shines light on how the most powerful country in the world finds itself in the red. Speculating on possible outcomes and solutions, experts on the subject agree on one thing – the world will not be the same when the U.S.A. falls victim to its own negligence. Come on out and support the film." Facebook page. Trailer.

• Posted November 17th, 2008: MFG member Lukas Constantine writes: "Hi. I am an independent filmmaker living in Montreal. I have worked with CBC and NFB. I am doing presently something for NFB. I want to invest some money from my pocket and start my own company. I am looking for a place where I can live and have access to a small editing-studio space that occasionally will be rented to other small companies. I am also open for collaboration suggestions with other independent filmmakers. // I have written a nice clip that may be considered a sort of: "celebration of the election of Obama as president". Or better: "celebration of the election of the first black president". It is a sort of "abstract dark-humor" piece. I am searching for a producer to help me realize this clip."

• Affiché le 12 novembre : Les Indespansables CA. Cool video contest! Big prizes. // Super cool comme concours video. de grands prix... http://concours.lesindispensables.ca/

• Affiché le 12 novembre : Membre MFG Karina Goma nous écrit: Mon dernier documentaire LIGNE OUVERTE sera projeté les 14 et 21 novembre prochain dans le cadre des Rencontres internationales du documentaire de Montréal. LIGNE OUVERTE propose une incursion dans l'univers insolite de quelques passionnés des tribunes téléphoniques. À travers le quotidien de ces gens qui prennent d'assaut les ondes pour partager leurs états d'âme et leurs opinions, le film lève le voile sur le besoin universel d'échapper à la solitude et d'être entendu. Loin des polémiques et de la radio-poubelle, le documentaire privilégie le caractère émotionnel des tribunes et explore la réalité d'individus audacieux qui se prévalent d'un des droits les plus élémentaires : s'exprimer. Vendredi 14 novembre à 21h15 au cinéma ONF. Vendredi 21 novembre à 19h00 à la salle Fernand Séguin de la Cinémathèque québécoise. Au plaisir de vous y croiser, Karina."

• Posted November 12th, 2008: This year, for its 11th edition, the RIDM partners up with local community organizations to organize an evening of screenings and discussion dedicated to youth, hosted by Nantalie Indongo. Originating from neighborhoods throughout Montreal, young participants have made films which the RIDM will show under the banner theme “The Right to Live My City”. The young filmakers will express themselves on the quality of life in their communities and their city, highlihting themes relted to their rights. From topics of integration to the environment, youth will have an oportunity to give their point-of-view on the reality which surrounds them and the city that they all share. Participating on the panel will be: Homeless Nation, The Inter-tribal Youth Center, The Segal Center in association with the Flyt Foundation, Oracle Productions as well as Camera Côte-des-Neiges in association with the Black Community Association of Côte-des-Neiges. Sunday, November 16th at 6:30pm, Lounge des RIDM de la Cinémathèque Québécoise (335, boulevard de Maisonneuve Est) . Info: www.ridm.qc.ca

• Posted November 12th, 2008: MFG member Yung Chang writes: "Dear Friends, Great news! Our DVD of Up The Yangtze is coming out in the US on Zeitgeist Films. To order the the Canadian DVD, please go here: http://www.uptheyangtze.com. Best, Yung."

• Posted November 12th, 2008: ELAN's 4th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING will be held on Tuesday November 18, at the Sala Rossa. The business meeting is scheduled for 5:30–7:00 pm. The major item on the agenda will be the election of Board members. All members are invited to nominate colleagues who can effectively represent their discipline. Contact the office for nomination forms. Nominations for the board are open until November 11, 2008. The second item on the agenda is membership fees. During its embryonic stage of establishing services and structures ELAN did not charge fees. Last year's AGM voted to introduce membership fees this year. The business meeting will be followed by ART STORM: tasty teasers of music, contemporary dance, video art, spoken word, theatre, visual arts, film/cinema plus mystery dance band and multi-artist schmoozer. Doors open at 8:00 pm, the show will start at 8:30 pm. Admission for Art Storm is $15. More info and to RSVP.

• Posted November 12th, 2008: MFG member Ciné-Asie writes: "Ciné-Asie Creatives is looking for a person qualified (and certified) for a non-profit organization and co-production projects accounting. We are specialized film exhibitions, co-production and distribution between Asia and Canada. We are now structuring our system. We are now small, but several good projects are rolling fast. Hourly or flat rates will be discussed. Referrals are good too. info@cineasiecreatives.com"

• Posted November 12th, 2008: MFG member Ciné-Asie writes: "A fast growing company, Ciné-Asie, is looking for interns. We specialize in Co-Production, Location Scouting services and Distribution between Canada and Asia. Currently, we are working on a feature film co-production project between Asia and Quebec, an exhibition project to tour North America in collaboration with Asia, and distribution for a feature and for short films in North America and Asia. We are looking for 3 interns for festival coordination, production and marketing coordination, and general management at our office. Please send your CV to info@cineasiecreatives.com 3660 St. Laurent Blvd. 3rd Floor. Montreal, Quebec, H2X 2VX, Canada. (514)544 5865."

• Affiché le 12 novembre : Invitation: TVA - Qui sommes-nous ? Cocktail et atelier sur la programmation et diversité culturelle. Lundi 24 Novembre, 14h. Plus d'info. RSVP par le 17 novembre : evenement@tva.ca

• Posted November 12th, 2008: The Montreal Film Group would like to offer its condolences to the family, friends, fans and colleagues of Montreal writer, teacher, animation guru, fps Magazine founding editor, blogger, friend and fellow MFG member Emru Townsend. After a brave battle with leukemia and incredible achievements for bone marrow registry and stem cell awareness, Emru passed away peacefully last night (Nov. 11, 2008) at the age of 33, surrounded by family. It saddens us greatly to have learned the news of the passing of one of our early members, especially such a kind and generous one. We will miss you very much, Emru. Thank you for being so cool. -Ezra More info.

• Posted November 7th, 2008: Coming Soon! The next Carter Thor Studios Audition Workshop in Montreal… Saturday, November 29th, 2008, 9:00am to 6:00pm. Location: TBA. Montreal, Quebec. Cost: $125 CND for active studio members. $150 CND for everyone else. Capacity: Maximum 18 students per class – and spaces fill up fast! For more information, or to register, contact: ThorEastMontreal@gmail.com. View the flyer.

• Posted November 7th, 2008: Mid-level Canadian TV producers with projects ready to sell internationally can now apply for NSI Global Marketing training. Learn the essentials of selling, pitching, promoting and networking in preparation for MIPTV 2009 in France. DEADLINE: Friday, November 21, 4:30 p.m., Central Time. More info.

• Posted November 7th, 2008: Just a few days left to the NSI Drama Prize application deadline. To apply for our short film training program, teams must submit a script with a running time of ten (10) minutes or less. Projects must be dramatic (comedy is also eligible). Experimental, animation and documentary films are not eligible. DEADLINE: Thursday, November 13, 2008. More info.

• Posted November 7th, 2008: MFG member Reisa Levine of the NFB writes: The NFB is partnering with Turbulent media and Kungfunumerik on the Web project called Who We Are. WhoWeAre.ca (beta site) is now into the production stage after winning the first NFB Cross-Media Challenge in June 2007, and receiving development funds from the NFB and Telefilm Canada. We are now looking to commission the first round of films for the new site. Who We Are aims to provide: a forum for dialogue and creativity; a platform for broadcast and distribution of videos that paint a portrait of immigrant experiences with an eye to fostering a cultural diversity that grows out of learning about people whose cultural background is different than our own. From one culture to another, Whoweare.ca invites you to share your original way of looking at the men, women and children who make up the cultural mosaic that is Canada. The production phase is well underway and proposals are currently being accepted. For more info see: http://www.whoweare.ca/concept. Click HERE to see a demo of some of the (fabulous) works done so far."

• Affiché le 7 novembre, 2008 : La Télévision française de Radio-Canada lance un appel aux comédiens de la diversité. Désireuse de faire davantage de place aux artistes de la diversité dans ses productions, la télévision française de Radio-Canada tiendra des auditions en février 2009 réservées aux comédiens ayant une formation en jeu dispensée par une institution reconnue hors du Québec. Les artistes intéressés ont jusqu’au 14 novembre prochain pour envoyer c.v. et photos à l’une ou l’autre des coordonnées suivantes : casting@radio-canada.ca ou « Auditions Diversité » (casting), 1400, boul. René-Lévesque Est, bur. 911, Montréal (Qué.) H2L 2M2.

• Posted November 6th, 2008: Clare Keays, founder of Coming Together Project is looking for someone to film the Project's first anniversary benefit concert, Saturday, November 8th at 7:00 pm. The filmmaker will be fed as well as given an honorarium. Coming Together Project promotes local musicians by putting on concerts and producing group CDs. A portion of all proceeds are donated to a charity. If you are interested, please contact Elizabeth at woodyard_e@yahoo.ca. For more info on Coming Together Project, visit their myspace: http://www.myspace.com/clarekeays

• Affiché le 6 novembre 2008 : PRIM offre une nouvelle résidence pour les artistes émergents. PRIM offre à un artiste émergent en arts médiatiques l'occasion de créer une oeuvre dans un environnement professionnel en lui offrant des équipements hauts de gamme et l'expertise de ses coordonnateurs techniques. Contrairement aux autres résidences de PRIM, cette résidence se fait sur appel de projets et la sélection du candidat relève du conseil d'administration. Date limite : 13 janvier 2009. Plus d'info.

• Affiché le 6 novembre 2008 : PRIM offre, en collaboration avec Emploi-Québec, une formation Avid Symphony Nitris HD les 24, 25, 26 novembre et 8 décembre 2008. Envoyez votre candidature avant le 14 novembre. Plus d'info.

• Posted November 6th, 2008: DOC Circuit Montréal, at the RIDM presents the workshop: Copyright and Risk Management, or protecting yourself against lawsuits in the YouTube era. The Visual Researchers' Society of Canada (VRSC) / L'Association des recherchistes en audiovisuel du Canada (ARAC) (web site) exists to promote excellence in the field of visual research in all media. In a world awash in images, finding the right one for the right price has become a fine balance of art and business. Knowing what works and where to look for it is critical. The members of the Society are dedicated professionals whose task is to do just that - find images that work for producers and publishers in all media. During this discussion, we will ask our experienced panel of experts to weigh in on specific examples and share their expertise and more on the challenges and difficulties involved in producing documentary films as well as researching and using visual archive material. Monday, Novembre 18th, 2008 at 1:30pm at the Grande Bibliothèque. More info. // DOC Circuit Montréal du RIDM presente: Les droits d'auteur et la gestion de risques ou comment se protéger contre les poursuites judiciaires à l'ère de YouTube. L'Association des recherchistes en audiovisuel du Canada (ARAC) / The Visual Researchers' Society of Canada (VRSC) (site web) a pour but de promouvoir l'excellence dans le domaine de la recherche en audiovisuel, et ce, dans tous les médias. Dans un monde submergé d'images, trouver le visuel qui sert le mieux son sujet au meilleur coût possible repose sur un savant équilibre entre l'art et les affaires. Par conséquent, anticiper l'effet que produira tel matériel plutôt qu'un autre, et savoir où l'obtenir est crucial. Pour ce panel, nous invitons des professionnels pour discuter des défis reliés à la production du film documentaire ainsi que la recherche de matériel audiovisuel et la négociation des droits d'auteur. Le mardi 18 novembre 2008 à 13h30 à la Grande Bibliothèque. Plus d'info.

• Posted November 6th, 2008: Lumière VFX has two NEC NC1500C Starus Digital Projectors that we are looking to sell. You can get the complete specs here. These projectors were used during the making of the Visual Effects for the movie "Journey to the Center of the Earth 3D" (so they are less than a year old). If you need more details, please contact Francis Provencher at 514-316-1080 or francis@lumierevfx.com

• Posted November 6th, 2008: MFG member Ken Proulx writes: "Elias and I are looking for an apartment to film a commercial in on the 15th of November, we need a location where the bathroom is off the bedroom. We can compensate the tenants/owners. ken@ciudadfilms.com"

• Posted November 4th, 2008: MFG member Raphael Bendahan writes: "Between November 6th and 12th please VOTE for our film A Spanish Tale on the English language side of Radio Canada's International's online film festival Migrations on the theme of immigration and even have a chance to win an iPod. See the other International on-line entries as well at http://www.rcinet.ca/rci/migrations/ All on-line films are 5-9 minutes in length. A Spanish Tale is a 5:14 mins documentary using still photos to tell the story of two friends who fought against Franco during the Spanish Civil War and who eventually immigrated to Montreal to survive its regime. It was produced by Camino Productions Inc., written, and directed by two Montreal film-makers: Mary Alemany-Galway (who narrates her family's story) and Raphael Bendahan a founding member of Mainfilm and PRIM Video. A Spanish Tale has been screened at various festivals including the Montreal Film Festival, The Calgary Film Festival, the Vancouver Film Festival and most recently the New York City Film Festival and Fredericton's Silverscreen Festival. While you're at the Migrations site, check out the other International entries in competition in both English and French that are all 5 - 9 minutes long for easy on-line viewing. http://www.rcinet.ca/migrations/index.shtml. Contact Raphael Bendahan: (514) 526-3418 for more information about these screenings or the film-makers.

• Posted November 3rd, 2008: 6th Global Footage Awards - 4 weeks to submission closing date! FOCAL International Awards 2009 in association with AP Archive. 17 Awards to celebrate the use of footage archive images in the creative media! Submissions invited now! Have you supplied, licensed, researched, or used archive or stock footage in any type of production premiered in 2008? Is the production’s use of footage worthy of an award? Have you handled, restored or preserved remarkable archive or stock footage in 2008? Is there a particular individual worthy of an award for their footage research in a 2008 production, or, for their overall services to the footage archive industry? If so, then we invite your Submissions to the FOCAL International Awards NOW! FOCAL International home page: www.focalint.org/ FOCAL International Awards submissions forms: www.focalint.org/focalawards.htm FOCAL International Awards Rules www.focalint.org/awardsrules.htm FOCAL International Awards Categories www.focalint.org/awardscategories.htm The FOCAL International Awards 2009 in association with AP Archive will be presented on 5th May 2009 at the Royal Lancaster Hotel, London. Hosting the event will be Lord (David) Puttnam CBE, Chair of FOCAL International Patrons. Submission closing date: 1st December 2008.

• Posted November 3rd, 2008: The Canadian Screen Training Centre (CSTC) presents T2S:Taking it to the Screen Weekend Workshops on Nov 29-30 in Montreal. Workshops available are Fade In:Screenwriting with JEFFERSON LEWIS (Emotional Arithmetic), The Documentary Lens with MAGNUS ISACSSON (Power), Insider's Edge on Producing with STEPHANE REICHEL (Crash) and The Art of Directing with GEORGE MIHALKA (Race to Mars). Learn, network, and take your skills to the next level. Early Bird discount ends Monday, Nov 17. Full details at www.cstc.ca/t2s or call 1-800-742-6016. See you there!

• Posted November 3rd, 2008: The Canadian Film Fest, a forum dedicated solely to the advancement of Canadian film, is pleased to announce that the sixth annual Festival is now accepting submissions for the 2009 event. The Festival will be held in downtown Toronto from March 24th to 28th, 2009 and will showcase films, workshops, panel discussions and various other sessions and events. Filmmakers from across the country are invited to submit their films for consideration by the Festival jury. Deadline for submissions is January 1, 2009. For more information, rules, forms, etc., please visit The Canadian Film Fest Web site at: www.canfilmfest.ca.

• Posted November 3rd, 2008: Congratulations to MFG members Dov Okouneff and Ina Fichman on being selected to receive awards at the upcoming 40th Anniversary J.I. Segal 2008 Gala Awards Evening on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. at the Jewish Public Library, 5151 Côte Ste-Catherine Road, Montreal. Leonard Cohen and other artists will receive awards at the event as well. Free admission. For information, call 514-345-2627 ext. 3017 or click here.

• Posted November 2nd, 2008: The Janie Cooper Memorial Endowment Fund presents 'Sixty Six', directed by Paul Weiland. It is the summer of '66, and England is about to be consumed by World Cup fever. For 12-year-old Bernie though, the biggest day of his life is looming: his Bar Mitzvah, and the day he becomes a man. However, Bernie's family is increasingly distracted by the threat of losing their business and their wayward older son, and the scale of Bernie's Bar Mitzvah diminishes daily. Worst of all, the Cup Final is scheduled to take place on the same day and when England makes it through the qualifying rounds, Bernie's longed-for Bar Mitzvah looks set to be a complete disaster. Introduced by Delores Rosen, English Cultural Committee member of the JPL, and cinema aficionado. Sponsored by the Janie Cooper Memorial Endowment Fund. Saturday, Nov. 22 at 8pm (93 mins, in English). Jewish Public Library, 5151 Côte Ste-Catherine. $7 members/students, $12 non-members. Info (514) 345-2627 ext. 3017. Click here to view the flyer.

• Posted November 2nd, 2008: Job Posting: The NFB is looking for two Multimedia Project Line Producers for “Work For All / La tête de l’emploi,” which involves multi-platform content on the subject of racism in the workplace, to be used as a powerful tool for education and positive social change, as part of the Government of Canada’s strategy for racism-free workplaces. Deadline to apply: November 7th. More info. Plus d'info.

• Posted November 2nd, 2008: The MediaWorkshop at the Segal Centre for Performing Arts is offering two evening workshops for filmmakers or anyone who has an interest in learning more about the skills behind the art of cinema! THE ART OF THE INTERVIEW: Now that everybody seems to have their own talk show, the fine art of interviewing is often sacrificed for hype, and the real skill of interviewing suffers. But the interview is paramount to developing and exploring great characters. This interactive evening workshop highlights the essential requirements of interviewing and the verbal and emotional tools required to gather and communicate vital information in documentary filmmaking. Monday, Nov. 10th, 6:00pm – 9:00pm in the Segal Centre’s CinemaSpace, $35.00+tax. THE ART OF THE PITCH: It’s got great characters and plots, it’ll make you laugh and cry - it's everything you want in a TV show. Problem is, it's stuck in your head. Selling your show is not only the first step in bringing your vision to life, it's the essential step. What are networks looking for? How should a pitch be structured? When's the best time to pitch? This pitch class will help clarify your idea and take it from seed to sale. Monday, November 24th, 6:00pm – 9:00pm in the Segal Centre’s CinemaSpace, $35.00+tax. Courses given by producer/director and MFG member Evan Beloff. As always, we welcome any ideas for future workshops. Our brand new 24” iMacs are fully loaded with Final Cut Studio 6 and Adobe Creative Suite 3 Production Premium and we are equipped with professional HDV cams, sound and lighting equipment. All courses are taught by established professional filmmakers. For more info: Harlie Dover, hdover@segalcentre.org or at 514-739-2301 ext.8309. http://www.segalcentre.org

• Posted November 2nd, 2008: Cinema Politica presents: A JIHAD FOR LOVE by Parvez Sharma (USA/UK/ France/Germany/Australia / 2008 / 81 min). Muslim gay filmmaker Parvez Sharma risks personal safety to tell the stories of queer muslims all over the world. In a time when Islam is under tremendous attack from within and without, "A Jihad for Love" is a daring documentary filmed in twelve countries and nine languages. Parvez Sharma has gone where the silence is loudest, filming with great risk in nations where government permission to make this film was not an option. Monday, November 3, 2008, 7:30pm - 10:30pm, Concordia University, Room H-110, 1455 de Maisonneuve W. More info and trailer.

• Posted November 2nd, 2008: Following a successful first two rounds of powerful short films on immigration, Migr@tions has uploaded the next round of 20 films to http://www.rciviva.ca/migrations. Migr@tions is the only online film festival focused on issues around immigration. Round Three of Migr@tions will see films from the U.K., El Salvador, Armenia, India, the U.S., Mexico and Canada. Check out the great films, vote and get a chance to win an iPod!

• Posted November 2nd, 2008: MFG member ZhiMin Hu writes: "My short documentary, Les Québécoises et Les Québécois, has been selected by Radio Canada International's Migration Short Film Competition. It will be available for viewing on the WEB from Nov. 06-12, 2008. Please watch it and vote for me. By doing so you will have a chance to win an iPod! Here are the steps you'll need to follow: 1. Please go to www.rciviva.ca/migrations. 2. choose the French section. 3. choose the section of Nov. 6-12, 2008 4. find the Les Québécoises et Les Québécois. 5. view and vote for me. Les Québécoises et Les Québécois (9 mins), synopsis: Are you a Québécois ? Who is Québécois ? What is Québécois culture ? To confront Hérouville's Code de Conduit des immigrants, immigrants in Québéc share their points of views of being a Québécois. Thanks for your support ! ZhiMin Hu"

• Affiché le 2 novembre 2008 : Membre MFG ZhiMin Hu nous écrit: "Mon Court métrage documentaire, Les Québécoises et Les Québécois, a été sélectionné par Radio Canada International, dans le cadre du conocours Migrations. Vous pouvez le visionner et voter sur le site web, du 06 au 12 novembre 2008. Vous courez ainsi la chance de gagner un iPod. Voici les étapes pour procéder : 1. Allez sur le site www.rciviva.ca/migrations. 2.Choissez la section française. 3. Choissez la section du Nov 06-12, 2008. 4. Trouvez le film : « Les Québécoises et Les Québécois » 5. Visionnez et votez. Les Québécoises et Les Québécois (9 mins), synopsis: Es-tu un Québécois ? Qui est Québécois ? C'est quoi la culture québécoise ? Confrontés au « Code de Conduite pour les Immigrants », les Québécoises et les Québécois sont à la recherche leur identité. Merci ! ZhiMin Hu"

• Posted November 2nd, 2008: MFG member Jacques E. Bouchard writes: "Right Brain Productions is looking for a person qualified (and certified) to handle production accounting as well as the occasional accounting of a small corporation (1-2 people). Very small projects for now, but our needs are growing. Hourly or flat rates. Referrals OK. jebouchard@rightbrainprods.com"

• Posted November 2nd, 2008: MFG member Allan Legarth Nielsen writes: "I'm a well experienced and professional, 1st and 2nd camera assistant. Please go to my website: http://www.ALLANLEGARTHNIELSEN.com, for more info. The site is not completely done yet, but a full CV and contact form is available."

• Posted November 2nd, 2008: MFG member Daniel Gervais writes: For those who are interested by independant filming, we just came back from Morroco last week where we concluded the filming of our full length feature called: L'Ordre 13139. The true story is based on the anthrax vaccine after 911 and its repercussions in the arabe and military world. You can visit the web site at: www.lordre13139.com. Daniel Gervais from ZestemediaInc. (514-710-6559)

• Posted November 2nd, 2008: Job Posting: MFG member Sarah Beckett writes: "PMA Productions is seeking an experienced art department assistant for a 3-day fiction shoot in mid-November. This is a paid position on a small but professional shoot. Please send me your CV if interested. Thanks, Sarah Beckett. sbeckett@pmaproductions.com"

• Affiché le 2 novembre 2008 : Le Festival de Films sur les Droits de la Personne de Montréal (FFDPM) nous écrit: Bonjour, Nous avons le plaisir de vous annoncer que les inscriptions sont encore ouvertes pour la 4e édition du Festival de Films sur les Droits de la Personne de Montréal ! S'inscrivant dans la continuité des programmes cinématographiques présentés depuis 10 ans dans le cadre de la Semaine d'actions contre le racisme, FFDPM a pour objectif de promouvoir, par le biais du cinéma, un espace de rencontre, de discussion et de réflexion sur la thématique des droits humains et du respect des libertés fondamentales. La 4e édition du Festival de Films sur les Droits de la Personne de Montréal (FFDPM) aura lieu du 12 au 22 mars 2009. Nous vous invitons à soumettre vos courts et longs métrages d'animation, de fiction ou documentaire abordant des thèmes touchant aux droits de la personne comme l'exclusion, le racisme, l'esclavage, l'intolérance, la violence, l'éducation, l'environnement, la pauvreté, les droits civils, les droits de la femme ou de l'enfant… La date limite d'inscription des films pour l'édition 2009 est fixée au 17 novembre 2008. Vous pouvez envoyer une copie DVD de votre film, joint du formulaire d'inscription avant cette date à FFDPM A/S Images Interculturelles 430 rue Ste Hélène, bureau 401, Montréal, Québec, Canada, H2Y 2K7
  
  

• Posted October 29th, 2008: Job Posting: MFG member Sarah Beckett writes: "PMA Productions is seeking an experienced script/continuity supervisor for a 3-day shoot mid-November. This is for a short fiction film directed by MFG member Patricia Chica. The budget is modest but you will be compensated. Please send me your CV or a brief email and I will be in touch. Thanks, Sarah Beckett. sbeckett@pmaproductions.com"

• Posted October 29th, 2008: MFG member Denis McCready writes: "I'm in Havre-Saint-Pierre shooting a documentary on the Romaine river project for Productions du Rapide Blanc and we were shut out of the public hearing yesterday. The BAPE doesn't want us to film. We are forced to appear as citizens and ask questions for the record because they won't allow our cameras to film the questions from the citizens and the answers from Hydro-Québec. Chercher le courant - StreamQuest is a documentary about the Romaine river hydroelectric project and the alternate sources of energy. Our website is: www.chercherlecourant.org (in French only)"

• Posted October 29th, 2008: MFG member Annika Gustafson writes: "Phil Jandaly and Annika Gustafson won Best Green Pitch for our film SH*T! at the Planet in Focus International Environmental Film Festival in Toronto. SH*T! is a film that tells you how to save the planet, improve the economy while you do it, and have a laugh or two in the meantime. When you’ve seen our film, you’ll be really sorry you flushed! Info: slimandcurly@gmail.com"

• Posted October 29th, 2008: MFG member Annika Gustafson also writes: "The winner of the Grand prix documentaire at the Montreal Human Rights Film Festival 2008 is back in town! Temps mort, the French version of Killing Time directed by Annika Gustafson is screening on Thursday Nov 6th at 6:30 p.m. at the NFB Cinema in Montreal (1564, rue Saint-Denis) www.ffdpm.com Killing Time tells the unknown story about how the Buddhist Kingdom of Bhutan expelled a sixth of its population 18 years ago. Today, Bhutan is a great promoter of the concept of Gross National Happiness while 100,000 refugees linger in camps in Nepal. The director will be present at the screening. www.killingtimethefilm.com"

• Posted October 29th, 2008: TELUS presents CFC Worldwide Short Film Festival ‘Best Shorts of 2008’ National Tour. Join us for a screening of the 11 best short films from the 2008 CFC Worldwide Short Film Festival! Admission is absolutely FREE and seating is limited. Secure your tickets now and find out more by visiting http://www.worldwideshortfilmfest.com/tour or email your and your guest’s name directly to montrealrsvp@cfccreates.com. Limit of 2 tickets per name. Date of screening: November 21st, 2008 – 7 - 9pm, Cinema du Parc, 3575 avenue du Parc, Montreal PQ.

• Posted October 29th, 2008: MFG member John-Michael Bellamy writes: "I just wanted to tell you that MFG member Alexandra Myotte - Director and Animator of Myotte Bellamy Productions won last nights FELIX Award (ADISQ) for this years best music video (Info). Also our latest music video for Karkwa (La Facade) will be released for diffusion on Musicplus today and is already being talked about as being an instant Buzzclip."

• Affiché le 29 octobre 2008 : Le FORUM 2008 de l'Observatoire du documentaire propose un débat : " Secteur public, secteur privé : Le documentaire en union libre ou mariage forcé? " Débat sur l’aménagement des intérêts des secteurs public et privé de financement et de diffusion du documentaire au Canada et au Québec, en prenant comme cas de figure le Fonds canadien de Télévision (FCT), dont la réforme récemment proposée aurait des implications majeures pour le documentaire et l’ensemble de la production indépendante. L'Observatoire du documentaire remercie Les Rencontres internationales du documentaire et la Grande Bibliothèque de Montréal d'accueillir cet événement. // The FORUM 2008 of the Documentary Network offers a debate on the adjustments with regards to the public and private financing and distribution of documentary in Canada and Quebec. A panel is conducting a case study of the Canadian Television Fund and its recently presented reform by the CRTC, which would have great implications for documentaries and independent production. The Documentary Network thanks Les Rencontres internationales du documentaire and La Grande Bibliothèque de Montréal, for hosting this event. Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 8:30am - 12:00pm, Grande Bibliothèque de Montréal. Plus d'info.

• Affiché le 29 octobre 2008 : Le ministère du Développement économique, Innovation et Exportation du Québec a lancé le volet Relève : Arts et culture Montréal dans le cadre de son programme d’aide à l’entrepreneuriat. Les entreprises collectives d’artistes professionnels de 35 ans ou moins peuvent soumettre des projets. Plus d'info.

• Affiché le 27 octobre 2008 : Offre d'emploi: L’ONF est à la recherche de producteurs délégués, projets multimédias pour « La tête de l’emploi/Work For All », un programme de création de contenu multiplateforme sur le racisme en milieu de travail, qui vise à promouvoir l'éducation et le changement social positif et s’inscrit dans le cadre de la stratégie du gouvernement canadien pour éliminer le racisme au travail. Date tombée: le 7 novembre. Plus d'info.

• Posted October 27th, 2008: The NSI writes: "Apply now for our short film training program: NSI Drama Prize. Teams must submit a script with a running time of ten (10) minutes or less. Projects must be dramatic (comedy is also eligible). Experimental, animation and documentary films are not eligible. Deadline: Thursday, November 13, 2008. More info.

• Posted October 27th, 2008: The NSI writes: Apply now to the NSI Online Short Film Festival. Deadline for submissions is Friday, November 7, 2008. More info.

• Posted October 25th, 2008: MFG member Ragnar Keil writes: "Keëlfilm is looking for a male actor who is not ACTRA for a web commercial: short neck, short of breath and in the age group "30 to 60". This is a paid job and to be shot on November 12th at night. Please contact us under: randfilm2001@yahoo.de with a picture, a CV and your contact info. And of course for more information. To have an idea what the clip will be looking like, please click HERE. Thanks a lot. Best Regards, Ragnar Keil." // Membre MFG Ragnar Keil nous écrit: "Bonjour tous et toutes. Nous, Keëlfilm tournerons une courte pub web pour laquelle on aura besoin d'un comédien possédant de l'expérience en comédie (non- ACTRA). Côté physique? Quelqu'un de taille corpulente et le cou court. Age? Entre 30 et 60 ans. SVP envoyez un photo et votre curriculum vitae à: randfilm2001@yahoo.de Votre travail va être numerisé et nous tournerons le 12 novembre dans la nuit. Pour avoir une ideé du look du clip, regardez ICI. Une belle journée, et au plaisir de recevoir de vos nouvelles bientôt! Ragnar Keil"

• Affiché le 26 octobre 2008 : Membre MFG Julia Innes nous écrit: "Jeannot le Fou est un documentaire réalisé portant sur Jeannot Caron de St-Hyacinthe. Haut en couleurs, il mène une vie de gitan sur les rives du Yamaska en plein centre-ville, au grand dam de ses concitoyens. Présenté dans le cadre des Rencontres internationales de documentaires de Montréal le vendredi 14 novembre, 20h45, Salle Claude Jutras et le dimanche 16 novembre, 17h45, ONF. Tout commentaire est le bienvenu, car nous souhaitons l'envoyer par la suite aux festivals internationaux. Merci d'avance et au plaisir!"

• Posted October 25th, 2008: MFG member Lukas Constantine writes: "Independent filmmaker is looking for a musician in order to apply for the NFB music video production (Making Music 3 program). I am really very proud of my scripts. But they do include nudity - not carnal/sexual nudity - but artistic, meaningful and significant. I do mention that in order to avoid misunderstandings and misinterpretations. Please contact me via the e-mail: march.august@yahoo.ca"

• Posted October 24th, 2008: MFG member Ronit Milo writes: "I'm organizing an upcoming concert in memory of my mother. Women in Song – A Tribute to Rivka Milo takes place on Sunday October 26th, at 7:30pm, at the Oscar Peterson Concert Hall (7141 Sherbrooke St. West, NDG). I realize this is rather last minute, but I'm looking for a volunteer to videotape the event. It doesn't have to be professional quality - just "point and shoot". If you have your own camera, that's ideal, but if not we can supply the video camera. Needless to say, you wouldn't be charged admission, and I would be forever grateful. If you're able to help please contact me ASAP at 514-743-6318. Many thanks, Ronit."

• Affiché le 23 octobre 2008 : PRIM nous écrit: "Appels de projets : Programmes de soutien à la création de PRIM. Aide à la création : 50% de rabais sur les services. Bourse de formation : Formation gratuite : audio (ProTools HD) ou vidéo (AVID HD). DATE LIMITE : 28 OCTOBRE 2008. www.primcentre.org"

• Posted October 23rd, 2008: Melissa Wood of superu.ca writes: "Hello All! We've got some exciting developments happening at Super U right now that we'd love to tell you about! EXCLUSIVE CONTENT - Crash, the TV series, comes to Canada! Debuting on Super Channel on Monday October 20th, Super Channel and Super U are teaming up to bring you the first episode online for free! Head on over to http://www.superu.ca to see this controversial new show! ANIMATION CONTEST - The contest is underway and we need you to let us know which films you love! Head to http://www.superu.ca/contests/view/42 to vote! OUT THERE CONTEST - The votes are in! Check back on October 28th to find out which of our exciting films will take home the $2500 prize! HORROR CONTEST - The last day to enter your horror film into Super U's Horror Contest is October 27th - the winner of the $1000 prize will be announced on October 31st! 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"

• Affiché le 23 octobre 2008 : La troisième séance des Rendez-vous des droits de la personne consacrée à la situation des réfugiés du Bhoutan et aura lieu le jeudi 6 novembre 2008 à 18h30 au Cinéma ONF, avec la projection du documentaire, lauréat du Grand Prix du FFDPM 2008, Temps mort (Killing Time) d'Annika Gustafson (membre MFG), qui sera suivie d'une rencontre avec la réalisatrice.

• Affiché le 23 octobre 2008 : Membre MFG Justin Lachance nous écrit : "Besoin d'un monteur? J'ai récemment déménagé à Montréal et j'ai beaucoup d'expérience avec Avid et Final Cut. J'ai monté plusieurs documentaires et drames et j'ai une affinité pour la musique. Vous pouvez voir mon démo au www.justinlachance.ca. Merci!"

• Posted October 23rd, 2008: MFG member Justin Lachance writes: Need an editor? I've recently moved to Montreal and have lots of experience cutting on Avid and Final Cut. I've edited many documentaries and dramas and I have a love for music. You can watch my demo reel at www.justinlachance.ca. Thank you!

• Posted October 22nd, 2008: MFG member Harlie Dover of the Segal Centre's MediaWorkshop writes: "Please note that the last day to register for the DOCUMENTARY CRASH COURSE at the Segal Centre's MediaWorkshop is MONDAY, October 27th. Limited spots available - please circulate to your networks. The evening workshops - ART OF THE PITCH (November 10th) and ART OF THE INTERVIEW (November 24th) can be packaged with the crash course or attended seperately. These classes are given by MFG member and acclaimed film producer/director Evan Beloff. Please see this PDF document for details."

• Posted October 22nd, 2008: MFG member Colleen Ayoup writes: "CITIZENShift presents: We Made This!: Media for a New Generation. CITIZENShift invites you to a ‘show and tell’ of selected creative media project featuring youth voices. This exciting event, taking place during CBC’s Montreal Matters, will bring together workshop facilitators and participants to share and compare their works and experiences. They are so different! So, what is the key to success? Join us to find out. Open to the general public. Free Entry. Friday, October 24, 7:00pm-9:00pm. (doors open at 6:30pm). NFB Theatre, 1564, Rue Saint-Denis. Would love to see you there! Warm wishes, Colleen (Project Coordinator, CITIZENShift). More info HERE. And HERE"

• Affiché le 22 octobre 2008 : Radio Canada international présente Migr@tions. Venir d'ailleurs, s'établir quelque part. Du 16 octobre au 3 décembre 2008. Découvrez 80 courts métrages et 10 balados de 22 pays sur le thème de l'immigration ! Sept semaines de rondes éliminatoires pour déterminer les Prix du public. Écoutez, visionnez, votez et gagnez! Chaque semaine, 2 iPods à gagner parmi le public internaute.Quarts de finale - du 16 octobre au 12 novembre. Demi-finales - du 13 au 26 novembre. Finale - 27 novembre au 3 décembre. Cette semaine - Premier quart de final (du 16 au 22 octobre). 10 films en compétition en français. 10 films en compétition en anglais. À vous de déterminer les 5 films dans chaque langues qui passeront en demi-finales! www.rciviva.ca/migrations.

• Posted October 22nd, 2008: Radio Canada International presents Migr@tions. Where you're from, where you're going. October 16 to December 3, 2008. Discover 80 short films and 10 podcasts from 22 countries on the theme of immigration! Seven weeks of eliminatory rounds to determine the People's Choice Awards. View, listen, vote and win! Each week, Web users will get a chance to win one of two iPods. Quarter final - October 16th to November 12th. Semi Final - November 13th to 26th. Final - November 27th to December 3rd. This Week - Quarterfinals 1 (October 16 to 22). 10 Competing Films in French. 10 Competing Films in English. Up to you to pick the 5 films in each language that'll make it to the semifinals! www.rciviva.ca/migrations

• Posted October 22nd, 2008: MFG member Joanne Grondin writes: "Actor available. I have a diploma in dance and I have taken singing classes. I participated in a opera group for three years named "Opéra Bouffe du Québec" : I was a soprano 1 and there was choreography. I have been a walk-on actor in many American movies. I was in the following movies: The Reagan Family, A Head In The Clouds, Lucky Number Slevin and the list goes on. In church, I acted in a play and I had a leading role. It was called "Entre le ciel et l'enfer". You may contact me at 450-978-7460."

• Posted October 22nd, 2008: MFG member Mitchell Parsons writes: "Hi all, I'm new in Montreal and available to shoot Actor's Headshots, Band photos, Concert photos, etc. Have a look at my website http://www.mitchellparsons.com. Cheers, Mitchell"

• Posted October 20th, 2008: MFG member Algis Kemezys writes: "MaSTerClasS, by Algis Kemezys, a 45-minute documentary about cinematography, communications, and growing old creatively was completed in August 2008 and will have its world premiere at the Florida Media Market Global Conference in Miami Beach on Friday, October 24, at 9 p.m. It has been chosen as an official selection of the event. More info. For further information or interviews, please contact the director Algis Kemezys, or the producer Byron Ayanoglu at (514) 278-5397 or at bakxx@videotron.ca"

• Posted October 18th, 2008: Migr@tions – where you're from; where you're going... The second annual Migr@tions Online Film Fest and Competition needs you to WATCH, RATE and WIN! Created by Radio Canada International, Migr@tions is the only global online film festival and competition focusing on the myriad issues surrounding immigration. Between October 16 and Dec 3, 2008 - 20 new compelling short films – 10 French and 10 English, will be posted at http://www.rciviva.ca/migrations for screening. We need YOU to watch, rate and help choose the winners! Each time you vote, you earn a chance to win one of 12 ipods! Also - Radio Canada International, a division of the CBC is always looking for new ideas for web projects that explore issues surrounding immigration. If you've got a story idea, send your pitch (no longer than 150 words, please) to: migrations@rcinet.ca. Don't forget to add all your contact info! To get an idea of what we have done in the past, go to: http://www.rcinet.ca/rci/pekin/index.shtml, http://www.rcinet.ca/rci/aco/index.shtml, http://www.rcinet.ca/rci/index_jaup.html For more information, contact Micol Marotti, micol@mediamonkey.ca 416.567.1698 or Shayla Howell, shayla.howell@gmail.com 647.281.4456

• Posted Oct. 16th, 2008: MFG members Ben Addelman and Samir Mallal (MFG co-founders) write: "We are very happy to announce that Lancelot Imasuen--the main subject of our film Nollywood Babylon is coming from Nigeria and will be present at the premiere this FRIDAY at Cinema Du Parc. Lancelot is one of the most popular and certainly one of the most prolific Nollywood directors, with over a hundred films under his belt (and he's only 36!). He is an incredible character and we are very exited to welcome him to Montreal. He will be able discuss Nollywood with YOU this Friday, at 7 pm at Cinema du Parc. Nollywood Babylon is an electric, compelling look at concemporary African filmmaking that celebrates Nollywood—Nigeria’s singular, exuberant and audacious brand of cinema. WORLD PREMIERE, Festival du nouveau cinema de Montréal, Friday, October 17 – 7 pm, Cinéma du Parc. Saturday, October 18 – 1:30 pm, Ex-Centris. Original English version. Filmmakers in attendance. Tickets: 514 844-2172 www.nouveaucinema.ca, www.nfb.ca/nollywoodbabylon Gazette article"

• Posted October 15th, 2008: MFG member Philippe Spurrell writes: "Again due to popular demand, four more days have been added to the program at Cinéma du Parc for my film THE DESCENDANT. October 20, 21, 22, 23 at 5:30 pm www.thedescendant.com www.cinemaduparc.com // Encore une fois, du a la demande populaire, quatre représentations du film de Philippe Spurrell se sont ajoutées au programme du Cinéma du Parc. On peut voir THE DESCENDANT le 20, 21, 22 et 23 octobre @ 17h30. www.thedescendant.com www.cinemaduparc.com"

• Posted October 14th, 2008: MFG member Aisling Chin-Yee writes: "Dear Friends, Three Mothers, the short drama by Daniel Schachter (MFG member) that I produced is playing on Wednesday, Oct 15 at 17:30, at the Imperial Cinema (1432 Bleury). It's part of a Cours Écrire ton Court anniversary retrospective. The screening on the 15th, costs 10 bucks and the Imperial is a beautiful room. Hope to see you there! Love, Aisling."

• Posted October 14th, 2008: MFG member Harlie Dover writes: "WORKSHOPS IN FINAL CUT PRO, DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING, VIDEO ACTIVISM and MEDIA LITERACY FOR EDUCATORS. At the Segal Centre's MediaWorkshop. For more information click HERE (ICI pour la version francaise) or email hdover@segalcentre.org"

• Posted October 14th, 2008: Job Posting: The NFB announces a job opening at the Montreal NFB office: Senior Production Coordinator. Under the direction of the Centre’s Administrator, the Senior Production Coordinator conducts, coordinates and follows up on administration activities of the Quebec Centre including the creation of film production budgets and (Synchrone) records, tracking, analysis and execution of co-production invoicing, analysis and approval of purchase orders and technical services releases, cost report reviews and revisions in support of the Administrator and Producers. Send your résumé, BY OCTOBER 20, 2008. More info, contact address and salary details HERE.

• Posted October 14th, 2008: MFG member Simon Wayland writes: "World Premiere of 3 SAISONS at the Festival De Nouveau Cinema De Montreal Directed by MFG member Jim Donovan. For 3 Saisons I was the Music Supervisor and contributed a few of my original songs. The original score was composed by Classical Composer Laurent Eyquem. Wed. Oct. 15, 3 Saisons. Screening at 3:00PM, Cinema Excentris, 3536 St-Laurent blvd. TICKETS $8. Buy your tickets in advance before this screening sells out! The Cast, Producers & Director will be attending both screenings to speak about the film." Simon's site: http://www.finiterecords.com

• Posted October 14th, 2008: CinemaSpace at the Segal Centre presents an evening with Le Cinéclub de Montréal: THE FILM SOCIETY. Screening of Gore Vidal’s THE BEST MAN (an election-time classic!), Thursday, October 16th, 2008, 7pm, 5170 Cote St. Catherine, corner Westbury. 2 blocks West of Métro Côte-Sainte-Catherine. A one evening Film Society membership is only $8. $6 for students (with ID) and seniors (65+). Available at the Segal Centre box office and Admission.com. Seating is limited. Call the Segal Centre in advance for tickets: 514-739-7944. Box office hours: Wed. 10am-5pm, Thurs. 12pm-7pm. More info and synopsis.

• Posted October 14th, 2008: MFG member Lea Nakonechny writes: "Les Productions Arid Sea Films needs an editor for a short drama (12-15min) entitled Edge of the Desert. The ideal candidate has experience cutting fiction, is familiar with Avid Xpress DV (Macintosh platform), and is available to work in November '08. The prep work (logging footage, synching sound, etc.) is already done. Amount of remuneration dependent on experience. Please email resumé to info@aridsea.com by November 1, 2008 or sooner if possible. Thank You!"

• Posted October 14th, 2008: MFG member Jimmy Hayes writes: "I am currently writing and directing my short fiction film. Self-financed, self-produced. I am looking for a caucasian male, aged 40+, to play a non-speaking role. No rehearsals; 1 day of shooting. I am specifically looking for someone who is non-professional who has always felt like giving acting a shot. Forward this to your uncles! Thanks. Jimmy. makeyourwayhome@gmail.com"

• Posted October 14th, 2008: Screaming City: West Berlin 1980s / Une ville gueule: les années 1980 à Berlin-Ouest, Curated by Stefanie Schulte Strathaus and Florian Wüst (in person), A project initiated by Pleasure Dome, Toronto, in collaboration with Articule and Double Negative Collective in Montreal. All films without dialogue or with English subtitles. Sunday, October 19, 2008, 6pm / 7.30pm / 9pm, La Sala Rossa, 4848, boul. St-Laurent, Montréal, $5 per program or $10 for the evening.

• Posted October 14th, 2008: JUST FOR LAUGHS FILM FESTIVAL, 13th Edition, July 16-26, 2009, CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS! Do you have a great feature-length comedy, documentary or short film? Here's your chance to submit it to the 13th edition of the Just For Laughs Film Festival which will be held from July 16-26, 2009, during the prestigious International Just For Laughs Festival. Your film could be selected to be screened amongst the best comedy films in the world. Entry deadline: May 1st, 2009. Entry form and rules available at: www.hahaha.com/film/en

• Affiché le 14 octobre, 2008 : FESTIVAL DU FILM DE JUSTE POUR RIRE, 13e Édition, 16-26 juillet, 2009, APPEL DE FILMS! La période d'appel de films est maintenant ouverte! Alors tentez votre chance et envoyez votre prochain long métrage, court métrage, ou documentaire humoristique au Festival du film de Juste pour rire pour la 13e édition qui prendra l'affiche du 16 au 26 juillet, 2009, dans le cadre du prestigieux Festival Juste pour rire. Si votre film est génial, il pourrait être sélectionné parmi les meilleurs films humoristiques de la planète. La date limite pour les soumissions: 1er mai, 2009. Règlements et formulaire d’inscription disponibles au : www.hahaha.com/film/fr

• Posted October 14th, 2008: SuperU.ca writes: THE HORROR video contest - Severed Head? Vampire? Alien Invasions? It’s up to you: make the scariest movie and win $1,500. If you have an old horror short that you've entered in a different contest, feel free to enter it as long as it hasn't won a prize before. We welcome all genres and can't wait to see your creations! TAC.tv ANIMATION CONTEST - September 25th saw the official launch of our first ever animation contest! Teaming up with Quebec animation sensation TAC.tv, we're searching for the best animated shorts - with the winning film taking home $2,500! Stop motion, 3D, claymation, flash or flip book. If it’s animated, you could win. For videos, contests and more, please visit www.superu.ca

• Posted October 10, 2008: MFG member Moira Keigher writes: Dear friends and colleagues, I hope this finds you well. Just want to let you know about the 'RiP: A remix manifesto' screening and party coming up. I hope you can make it. RiP: A remix manifesto, Directed by Brett Gaylor (MFG Co-Founder). At the Festival du nouveau cinéma, Friday, October 17, at 7:30 pm, Imperial Cinema (1431 Bluery), Screening in English and Portuguese with French sub-titles. The screening is followed by a party at UQAM, Le coeur des sciences (175 President Kennedy). Click here for information on how to get tickets. Synopsis: Digital technology opens up an unprecedented global economy of ideas. In the feature documentary RiP: A remix manifesto, web activist and filmmaker Brett Gaylor explores the complexities of copyright in the era of peer-to-peer file sharing. Gaylor interviews key figures such as Girl Talk, Lawrence Lessig, Cory Doctorow, Gilberto Gil and Jammie Thomas, the single mother who was sued by the Recording Industry Association of America for illegal downloading. A mash-up in itself, RiP shatters the wall between users and producers, and challenges the thresholds of “fair use.” Produced by EyeSteelFilm in coproduction with the National Film Board of Canada (Up the Yangtze.) Produced in association with Documentary and Canal D."

• Posted October 10th, 2008: MFG member Ryan Bruce Levey of Vagrant Films Releasing writes: "Outsourced opens October 10th at the AMC Forum. The success of this means more Montreal theatrical indie releases at major theatres. Showtimes: Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon: 11:55am, 2:35, 5:10, 7:55, 10:35, Tue-Thurs: 2:35, 5:10, 7:55, 10:35. Synopsis: Outsourced is a modern day comedy of cross-cultural conflict and romance. Todd Anderson spends his days managing a customer call center in Seattle until his job, along with those of his entire office, are outsourced in India. Adding insult to injury, Todd must travel to India to train his new replacement. as e navigates through the chaos of India and an office paralyzed by constant cultural misunderstandings, Todd realizes that he has a lot to learn not only about India and America but about himself. More info at the film's Facebook page. Trailer. "Every once in a long while, a film of great charm and not insignificant substance blows in out of nowhere. Outsourced is such a film." -John Griifin, The Gazette. 3.5 stars. Read review."

• Affiché le 10 octobre : EyeSteelFilm et DOC Québec lancent un premier documentaire à contenu ouvert le 17 octobre à 20 h à l’Agora du Cœur des sciences de l’UQAM au 145, avenue du Président-Kennedy. Le lancement sera enregistré et constituera la bande sonore du film. Tous les profits seront remis au projet nouveaux médias, Homeless Nation, www.homelessnation.org, un site Web crée pour et par les sans-abri du Canada. Info : www.docquebec.ca

• Posted October 10th, 2008: The Quebec Writers Federation presents 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. Elizabeth Klinck has been called "the Queen of Canadian film and TV researchers," having worked as researcher and clearance specialist on hundreds of international documentaries that have garnered Emmy, Gemini, Peabody and Academy awards. Elizabeth was recently nominated for an Emmy award and received the FOCAL UK Lifetime Achievement Award. She has taught at Ryerson, and has led research and rights clearance workshops in Canada and abroad. Registration: Lori Schubert, Quebec Writers Federation, (514) 933-0878, info@qwf.org, More info.

• Affiché le 8 octobre : Le Festival du monde arabe de Montréal se tiendra du 29 octobre au 8 novembre. Le festival propose de voyager au travers de la culture arabe par des spectacles et des films. Info : www.festivalarabe.com

• Affiché le 7 octobre : Les RIDM sont à la recherche de bénévoles pour contribuer à leur 11e édition qui aura lieu du 13 au 23 novembre. Depuis 10 ans, notre organisme à but non lucratif a le bonheur d'accueillir des bénévoles talentueux et dévoués dont l'implication est primordiale pour faire de cet événement un réel succès. Les bénévoles sont présents dans divers domaines de l’organisation :