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Showing posts with label indy film wisconsin. Show all posts
Showing posts with label indy film wisconsin. Show all posts
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Monday, January 12, 2009
RDI Opening
RDI OPENING
So I went to the RDI Stages grand opening in St. Francis, Wisconsin on Thursday. It was an interesting time. LOTS AND LOTS of folk were there. My guess would be over 500 people in the main room and a few hundred in the other parts of the studio area.
Unlike so many other film events that I have been to in Milwaukee, FILM MAKERS were there (yes, really truly)…nice speeches by the politicians and it was good to see the Lt. Governor get the recognition that she deserves. She did some great things to make Film Wisconsin happen, not so much the mayor of Milwaukee. Of course he was there. I would have liked to have seen my Reps. there like Rep. Robin Voss and Rep. Robert Turner, who both moved heaven and earth to get Film Wisconsin passed (as well as helped with “It Came From Lake Michigan”).
Of course the hardest working actor in Milwaukee, William Zenobia, was there with his bride to be (best of luck you guys). I guess the film he is producing, “Into The Pit,” (the Story of Dead Pit.com) is coming along well. One of the best things I saw was Bill getting pitched to be in an upcoming film because his work and work ethic are well known. I hear that far too many "actors" do a great job in wishing versus networking. (Note to others—if you are looking to get film work, try letting others know what you can do for them.)
I got to meet some folks who are going to change the city of Milwaukee’s outlook on film, one being Tam Nguyen, who is leading the way with a great Web site: http://www.conduitcinema.com Check it out. We are very happy that he is helping us out at Darkside Films/ Darkside girls.
Another cat I met and talked to for sometime was Mr. Dwight Cannon Jr., a mover/ shaker with Creative Spurts (http://www.creativespurts.com). I also had the chance to talk to Mr. Dan Kattman of Lighting Rod, none better in Milwaukee, and yes, I did beg him to play a dead guy in one of his films. Good news is he agreed to be on an Indy Film Wisconsin Podcast!
Wisconsin Rocks! Now lets work to keep the Film Wisconsin tax credits going and to do what we can to contact Governor Jim Doyle and tell him, “Hands off the tax credits.”
So I went to the RDI Stages grand opening in St. Francis, Wisconsin on Thursday. It was an interesting time. LOTS AND LOTS of folk were there. My guess would be over 500 people in the main room and a few hundred in the other parts of the studio area.
Unlike so many other film events that I have been to in Milwaukee, FILM MAKERS were there (yes, really truly)…nice speeches by the politicians and it was good to see the Lt. Governor get the recognition that she deserves. She did some great things to make Film Wisconsin happen, not so much the mayor of Milwaukee. Of course he was there. I would have liked to have seen my Reps. there like Rep. Robin Voss and Rep. Robert Turner, who both moved heaven and earth to get Film Wisconsin passed (as well as helped with “It Came From Lake Michigan”).
Of course the hardest working actor in Milwaukee, William Zenobia, was there with his bride to be (best of luck you guys). I guess the film he is producing, “Into The Pit,” (the Story of Dead Pit.com) is coming along well. One of the best things I saw was Bill getting pitched to be in an upcoming film because his work and work ethic are well known. I hear that far too many "actors" do a great job in wishing versus networking. (Note to others—if you are looking to get film work, try letting others know what you can do for them.)
I got to meet some folks who are going to change the city of Milwaukee’s outlook on film, one being Tam Nguyen, who is leading the way with a great Web site: http://www.conduitcinema.com Check it out. We are very happy that he is helping us out at Darkside Films/ Darkside girls.
Another cat I met and talked to for sometime was Mr. Dwight Cannon Jr., a mover/ shaker with Creative Spurts (http://www.creativespurts.com). I also had the chance to talk to Mr. Dan Kattman of Lighting Rod, none better in Milwaukee, and yes, I did beg him to play a dead guy in one of his films. Good news is he agreed to be on an Indy Film Wisconsin Podcast!
Wisconsin Rocks! Now lets work to keep the Film Wisconsin tax credits going and to do what we can to contact Governor Jim Doyle and tell him, “Hands off the tax credits.”
Monday, December 8, 2008
Uwe Boll
I like him I loved Hpuse of the Dead. I really loved all the naughty bits.
Interesting that I might be working with him.... Bring you updates.
Fund raising for film can be fun
Interesting that I might be working with him.... Bring you updates.
Fund raising for film can be fun
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Why SAG?
Thought. If I as an Indy Film Maker have a budget of say $150K. Why would I ever do anything SAG? Yes there some stars that are SAG that I could only get if I did say a SAG Indy thing but if my film will only get $$ for a star is my film any good? I think not.
Does SAG offer anything for the Indy Film Maker?
SAG IMHO is just like any other big union the top 5% get the $$ the rest are sheered like sheep.
Does SAG offer anything for the Indy Film Maker?
SAG IMHO is just like any other big union the top 5% get the $$ the rest are sheered like sheep.
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Web Productions
I feel that the web is the place for beginning film makers to show their film. With all devices needing content ( PC's ,Ipod, cell phones, and game boxes) the demand is there and growing.
When you add that bandwidth costs are dropping making video distribution via your own web page easier and cost effective, becomes a no brainier.
The goal to achieve might even be create say a serial that can be downloaded for a fee and/or the complete show can be had on DVD with behind the scenes , interviews etc , for a higher price.
Fund raising for this type of effort is more like TV or radio ads then film investment model.
If you would like help in this, please contact me at: wclingman@wi.rr.com
When you add that bandwidth costs are dropping making video distribution via your own web page easier and cost effective, becomes a no brainier.
The goal to achieve might even be create say a serial that can be downloaded for a fee and/or the complete show can be had on DVD with behind the scenes , interviews etc , for a higher price.
Fund raising for this type of effort is more like TV or radio ads then film investment model.
If you would like help in this, please contact me at: wclingman@wi.rr.com
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Film Wisconsin Trivia
trivia there is a prize!!
Name the films that Film Wisconsin(The Film Office) brought to Wisconsin other then Public Enemies in 2007-8.
How many Studios does Wisconsin have as of 1 Nov 2008 that have made at least one film?
Email answers to wclingman@wi.rr.com
Name the films that Film Wisconsin(The Film Office) brought to Wisconsin other then Public Enemies in 2007-8.
How many Studios does Wisconsin have as of 1 Nov 2008 that have made at least one film?
Email answers to wclingman@wi.rr.com
Monday, November 24, 2008
1# Queston I get asked
The number one question I am asked at Indy Film Wisconsin is how do I get money for my film.
The answer ASK!
But before you do (other then say your Mother/Grandfather)
Have a Business plan
Have a Marketing plan ( No, my space does not count)
Have a list of folks you want to talk to
Be ready to hear no a lot.
Side bar
The Government is NOT going to give you a Penney. Even with the Son of God being elected the government's is not nor should it give you one red cent.
Hint of the day if your movie might be entertaining makes it a lot easier to get funding.
The answer ASK!
But before you do (other then say your Mother/Grandfather)
Have a Business plan
Have a Marketing plan ( No, my space does not count)
Have a list of folks you want to talk to
Be ready to hear no a lot.
Side bar
The Government is NOT going to give you a Penney. Even with the Son of God being elected the government's is not nor should it give you one red cent.
Hint of the day if your movie might be entertaining makes it a lot easier to get funding.
Sorry
I am a bad man. As you know by reading this I am not a writer so I am not the best in following on on this blog.
With all the cool thing going on with Sparta Rocks and quite probably The State of Wisconsin trying to FUCK the Film Wisconsin Tax Incentives there will be more news to write about then I know what do do with.
Please bear with me and my poor grammar /spelling.
Be catching up tonight and tomorrow. The n be taking it to them.
With all the cool thing going on with Sparta Rocks and quite probably The State of Wisconsin trying to FUCK the Film Wisconsin Tax Incentives there will be more news to write about then I know what do do with.
Please bear with me and my poor grammar /spelling.
Be catching up tonight and tomorrow. The n be taking it to them.
Friday, October 3, 2008
G.I. Films
NEHST STUDIOS GIVES MILITARY A CHANCE
Partners With Screenwriting Veteran in New Company
New York, NY – October 3, 2008…NEHST Studios Founder and CEO Larry Meistrich has partnered with screenwriter Cary Abbott, USMC-Ret. to form GI Pictures. In a groundbreaking move, GI Pictures has developed the first program specifically for members of the military to access film and media opportunities.
The company was founded with the mission to not only search for feature films, television and web series for production, but to also physically produce projects staffed completely with military and veteran crews, actors and creative executives.
GI Pictures came about when screenwriter Cary Abbott, USMC-Ret. pitched NEHST Studios one of his story ideas. A Desert Storm veteran, he spent years trying to get his screenplays read, but could never seem to get in Hollywood’s door. NEHST Studios gave him access he couldn’t get before and optioned his script.
Meistrich and Abbott are currently looking for scripts to build a production around. GI Pictures will select at least a project a year to fund and produce, which will be fully staffed by military members and their dependents. The projects need not be about the military – all genres will be accepted. Above all, the objective of GI Pictures is to support the troops and their families – and to create jobs and promote economic growth.
Meistrich is an award-winning producer with numerous films to his credit, including the Academy Award-winning Sling Blade, You Can Count On Me and Croupier. He is especially proud to work with Abbott on this new endeavor.
If you are a veteran or a member of the military and have an idea to pitch, please visit the GI Pictures website at www.gipictures.com.
About NEHST Studios
NEHST Studios is a diversified film production, financing and distribution company headed up by Chairman and Founder Larry Meistrich producer of Sling Blade and You Can Count on Me and founder of indie film studio Shooting Gallery and entrepreneur, CEO Ari Friedman. One of NEHST's goals is to remove entertainment industry barriers and open up the pitching and development process to anyone with a great idea. The company, which launched at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival, is developing more than twenty feature film, television, and web series projects. For more information on NEHST Studios, please visit us at http://www.nehst.com.
For further information, please contact:
Mia A. Farrell
NEHST Studios Publicity
Tel: 310 866 9495
Email: mfarrell@nehst.com
Partners With Screenwriting Veteran in New Company
New York, NY – October 3, 2008…NEHST Studios Founder and CEO Larry Meistrich has partnered with screenwriter Cary Abbott, USMC-Ret. to form GI Pictures. In a groundbreaking move, GI Pictures has developed the first program specifically for members of the military to access film and media opportunities.
The company was founded with the mission to not only search for feature films, television and web series for production, but to also physically produce projects staffed completely with military and veteran crews, actors and creative executives.
GI Pictures came about when screenwriter Cary Abbott, USMC-Ret. pitched NEHST Studios one of his story ideas. A Desert Storm veteran, he spent years trying to get his screenplays read, but could never seem to get in Hollywood’s door. NEHST Studios gave him access he couldn’t get before and optioned his script.
Meistrich and Abbott are currently looking for scripts to build a production around. GI Pictures will select at least a project a year to fund and produce, which will be fully staffed by military members and their dependents. The projects need not be about the military – all genres will be accepted. Above all, the objective of GI Pictures is to support the troops and their families – and to create jobs and promote economic growth.
Meistrich is an award-winning producer with numerous films to his credit, including the Academy Award-winning Sling Blade, You Can Count On Me and Croupier. He is especially proud to work with Abbott on this new endeavor.
If you are a veteran or a member of the military and have an idea to pitch, please visit the GI Pictures website at www.gipictures.com.
About NEHST Studios
NEHST Studios is a diversified film production, financing and distribution company headed up by Chairman and Founder Larry Meistrich producer of Sling Blade and You Can Count on Me and founder of indie film studio Shooting Gallery and entrepreneur, CEO Ari Friedman. One of NEHST's goals is to remove entertainment industry barriers and open up the pitching and development process to anyone with a great idea. The company, which launched at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival, is developing more than twenty feature film, television, and web series projects. For more information on NEHST Studios, please visit us at http://www.nehst.com.
For further information, please contact:
Mia A. Farrell
NEHST Studios Publicity
Tel: 310 866 9495
Email: mfarrell@nehst.com
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Disembodied
Ross Bigly has made a My Space site for his film Disembodied.
Please check it out at:
http://www.myspace.com/disembodiedfilm
We saw a bit of this film at the 1/08 Indy Film Wisconsin Workshop. Great film by a great man.
Also I hope you have all contacted him to see how you can help at the upcoming Milwaukee Short Film Fest.
Wayne
Please check it out at:
http://www.myspace.com/disembodiedfilm
We saw a bit of this film at the 1/08 Indy Film Wisconsin Workshop. Great film by a great man.
Also I hope you have all contacted him to see how you can help at the upcoming Milwaukee Short Film Fest.
Wayne
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