Tales Told In April 2008
Week of April 07, 2008
Scott Malkie is leaving Thoughtstream to become Post Production Supervisor at the Martin Agency.
Park Group has hired Dana Bolfing as an account executive.
The Virginia Film Office and Virginia Production Alliance are sponsoring the first Virginia Independent Film Festival 4/26 at the Byrd Theatre (2908 West Cary). The 13 finalists of the Virginia Film Competition will be shown in a 3-part series (docs: 10-12, shorts: 12:30–2:30, features 3-6:15). Each series will be followed by Q & A and announcement of the winning film. $5 per series, $10 all 3. Tickets available at box office. Visit the Film Office site for details.
Robert Griffith’s doc about our industry, “Moviemaking in Virginia: Take 3,”will air on 4/7 at 10pm on WCVE Richmond and WHTJ C’ville.
Randolph-Macon College is hosting “Open Air Cinema” at 7:45 on 4/23 (La Vie en Rose), 24 (Pan’s Labyrinth), & 25 (Edge of Heaven). Free admission and popcorn, but bring your own chair.
New reviews of “Leatherheads,” “Married Life,” “Stop-Loss,” “The Bank Job,” “10,000 BC,” “Miss Pettigrew.” Click here for these reviews and more.
Week of April 14, 2008
After a national search (really, they interviewed candidates from LA & St Louis), ShaveFx has hired Michael Clinger from Indiana as their new 3D animator/motion graphics artist. Read more about him on their website. They’ve also had a full-time contract animator (Chris Franklin) working since January on a SpikeTV contract.
WCVE Richmond PBS is looking for a part-time associate producer for “Virginia Currents.” Applicants must have 2-3 years production experience, including NLE. Send resumes and demo to Commonwealth Public Broadcasting Corporation, Human Resources, 23 Sesame Street, Richmond 23235. Deadline 4/25.
RVA now has it’s own live music show on the website. It’s called HouseShow.
Calvin Jamison’s short film, “2 for 1,” has open crew positions in the PA, sound, art and grip electric departments. Shoots 4/25-30. Contact Hannah Hoover.
Casting for “Bulletproof,” an indie pilot is 4/26, 1-3 at Captain Buzzy’s Beanery (27th and East Broad Streets). Appointment only. Send head shot and resume. No pay.
The Mid Atlantic Black Film Festival is an annual juried competition and showcase for independent filmmakers that’s held in August in Norfolk. Visit the website for entry details.
Filmmaker Joe Carabeo with artist Carolyn Belefski will be showcasing their new comic book “Kid Roxy and Black Magic Tales” at The New York Comic Con.
New reviews of “Smart People,” “Shine a Light,” “Leatherheads,” “Married Life,” “Stop-Loss,” “The Bank Job.” Click here for these reviews and more.
Week of April 21, 2008
No news, but remember the Virginia Independent Film Festival is this weekend (see April 7 below for details).
Also, the scratched print of “Shine a Light” at the Science Museum has been replaced.
New reviews of “Forgetting Sarah Marshall,” “Smart People,” “Shine a Light,” “Leatherheads,” “Married Life.” Click here for these reviews and more.
Week of April 28, 2008
Barry Ridgeway left HRH and is now the TV Production Manager at Comcast Spotlight. He’s glad to be back in the production world.
Kathleen Mueller has been promoted to senior editor at Thoughstream.
Meanwhile, they’re looking for a new editor (proficient in FCP, Avid & After Effects). Send email/letter/resume/reels to: Woody Sherman,
Thoughtstream, 1901 E. Franklin St. Suite 106, 23223. (No calls please).
Composers Ryan Corbitt and Trey Pollard recently upgraded the gear and moved Songwire Studios to Manchester.
Circuit City has an opening for a Producer/Writer in Creative Services to supervise broadcast and other projects (internal and external). Interested candidates email resume to Carrley Ward.
WTVR-TV is looking for a director. Visit their website for details.
Didn’t get around to a movie this weekend (Lou Reed & B52s concerts), but will have “Baby Mama” this week.New reviews of “Forgetting Sarah Marshall,” “Smart People,” “Shine a Light,” “Leatherheads,” “Married Life.” Click here for these reviews and more.