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Script to Screen Forum » Forum: Noticeboard - Recent Topics http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/forum/noticeboard Script to Screen Forum en-US Thu, 09 Sep 2010 20:34:21 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/search.php Esther on "Cinemart and MP3 on Cinemart and the Rotterdam Producers Lab" http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/topic/cinemart-and-mp3-on-cinemart-and-the-rotterdam-producers-lab#post-161 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:29:06 +0000 Esther 161@http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/ Marilyn Milgrom (Head of Development NZFC) and Marit van den Elshout (International Film Festival Rotterdam) recently recorded a discussion on the Cinemart Production Market and the Rotterdam Producers Lab. This MP3 provides good background and some useful tips for NZ Filmmakers intending to apply for either of these events. To listen follow this link: <a href="http://nzfilm.co.nz/files/nzfc/Cinemart_Rotterdam_Skype_Chat.mp3" rel="nofollow">http://nzfilm.co.nz/files/nzfc/Cinemart_Rotterdam_Skype_Chat.mp3</a> The CineMart deadline for submitting projects online is September 1st, 2010. The 28th edition of the international co-production market CineMart will be held from Sunday the 30th of January to Wednesday the 2nd of February 2011. Over the course of four days, CineMart will present around 30 to 35 international projects to approximately 850 professionals from the international film industry, ranging from sales-agents, producers and distributors to television buyers and funding agencies. More information can be found here on our website: <a href="http://www.nzfilm.co.nz/NewsAndMedia/NewsAndPressReleases/RecentNews.aspx" rel="nofollow">http://www.nzfilm.co.nz/NewsAndMedia/NewsAndPressReleases/RecentNews.aspx</a> Esther on "Opportunities for Producers from the NZFC" http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/topic/opportunities-for-producers-from-the-nzfc#post-152 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 15:02:51 +0000 Esther 152@http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/ Kia ora Filmmakers, The 28th edition of the international co-production market CineMart will be held from Sunday the 30th of January to Wednesday the 2nd of February 2011. Over the course of four days, CineMart will present around 30 to 35 international projects to approximately 850 professionals from the international film industry, ranging from sales-agents, producers and distributors to television buyers and funding agencies. More information can be found here on our website. Esther on "Original Story Competition / Call for Entries" http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/topic/original-story-competition-call-for-entries#post-151 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 14:49:17 +0000 Esther 151@http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/ This was sent out by Film New Zealand: Dear Ms Crane, Please find attached a press release for the story competition we are running for MARZA, the new animation arm of Sega-Sammy holdings, the Japanese games company. They are looking for stories from undiscovered writers with a global vision for feature length animated, English language films. This represents a very good opportunity for new writers to get their works into development with a major studio. If you could get this out to writers in New Zealand we’d very much appreciate it. If you could reply to this e-mail and let me know if there is a way for you to get the information out, I’d be most grateful. Sincerely, Saki Watanabe, 100 Meter Films John Williams CEO, 100 Meter Films Original Story Competition ／ Call for Entries MARZA ANIMATION PLANET INC. (CEO: Koichi Fukazawa), the new film production arm of Sega Sammy group, and 100 Meter Films (CEO: John Williams) are pleased to launch the MARZA Story Circus competition. MARZA’s company vision is to produce:Delightful stories for children all over the world! MARZA aims to produce feature-length CGI animated films for global distribution. We are looking for original and entertaining stories for children and families with contemporary themes and positive messages, set in any culture or period. 100 Meter Films, Saneicho Mansion 201, Saneicho 4-12, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0008, JAPAN 2 Eligible Entrants The competition is open to both professional and unpublished writers. Writers may submit as many stories as they want. HOW TO SUBMIT A STORY In the first instance please send a synopsis of your original story along with the application form by e-mail. Please download the application form at <a href="http://www.100meterfilms.com/en/story_competition/" rel="nofollow">http://www.100meterfilms.com/en/story_competition/</a> Synopsis Format: Microsoft Word format, A4 sized paper (Maximum 3 pages), Size: 12 font How to Apply All submissions should be sent by e-mail to the following address: <a href="mailto:info@100meterfilms.com">info@100meterfilms.com</a> Please write "Story Circus Submission" in the subject line. Notes Please read the terms of agreement carefully before submitting your work. Submissions must be written. No illustrations or character designs will be accepted. Submissions must be in either English or Japanese. Please retain a copy of your file as we cannot return them. All submissions must be made by e-mail. 100 Meter Films, Saneicho Mansion 201, Saneicho 4-12, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0008, JAPAN 3 Submission Period July 1st to July 30th 2010 (Materials must arrive by the 30th of July) Announcement of the Results of the first round: September 15th Writers whose stories are selected in the first round will be notified by e-mail. The Selection Process: Numbers of works selected in Round 1 - 20 (Option Fee: 50,000 yen) Numbers of works selected in Round 2 - 10 (Option Fee: 100,000 yen) Numbers of works selected in Round 3 - 5 (Option Fee: 200,000 yen) Selected stories will be developed for adaptation into films. (This does not however guarantee that the film will be made.) Organizers: MARZA ANIMATION PLANET INC. （SEGA SAMMY GROUP） Contact:100 Meter Films, Saneicho Mansion 201, Saneicho 4-12, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0008, JAPAN. TEL: +81.3.3358.3411, <a href="mailto:info@100meterfilms.com">info@100meterfilms.com</a> <a href="http://www.100meterfilms.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.100meterfilms.com</a> Round 1 Submission Deadline: July 30th 2010 Please indicate on the application form if the story is a translation into English from another language. Character designs and illustrations will not be accepted. Announcement of results: September 15th Writers selected in the first round will be notified by e-mail, and asked to submit a longer treatment of the story for the second round (5 to 6 pages) . *Writers selected in the first round will be asked to sign an option agreement. First Option Agreement While the moral rights belong to the writer, the agreement to the terms stated in the option agreement shall mean that MARZA holds the exclusive rights to develop the story. Option Fee: 50,000 yen Option valid for: 6 months (from the date of signing) Round 2 Writers selected in the second round will receive feedback on their second treatment and be asked to submit a 10 page treatment which reflects this feedback. Writers selected in the second round will be asked to sign a second option agreement. Second Option Agreement Option Fee: 100,000 yen Option valid for: 6 months (from the date of signing) Final round The writers selected in the final round will be asked to sign a third option agreement. The stories that are selected in the final round will go into development with the aim of producing a script that is the basis for an animated feature film. MARZA will either buy or license the rights to develop the project or sign a writer's agreement with the writer to complete a draft or drafts of the script, further to the signing of the third option agreement. Depending on the project, the writer must be willing to agree that another writer or other writers may be involved during the development process. In this case the writer is ensured an "Original Story by" credit. Third Option Agreement Option Fee: 200,000 yen Option valid for: 1 year (from date of signing) <Other details regarding the selection process> The stories will be read by employees or affiliates of 100 Meter Films and MARZA All stories will be read by the judges anonymously. 100 Meter Films and MARZA will be unable to answer any questions regarding the selection. Personal Information will be handled with respect and care and will not be used for purposes other than this competition. DETAILS AT: <a href="http://www.100meterfilms.com/en/story_competition/index.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.100meterfilms.com/en/story_competition/index.html</a> Esther on "NZ International Film Festival Trailers Online" http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/topic/nz-international-film-festival-trailers-online#post-149 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 14:32:58 +0000 Esther 149@http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/ The mighty 2010 New Zealand International Film Festival opens this Thursday in Auckland! Flicks.co.nz – New Zealand's most popular and comprehensive movie publication – has brought together all the festival trailers to help movie-goers peruse the line-up. And what a line-up; from the the 'Big Night' attractions through to the 'Incredibly Strange' selection, the festival offers the latest and greatest cinema from around the world. A high point in every movie fan's calendar. Try before you buy – see the Flicks.co.nz Trailer Special here: <a href="http://www.flicks.co.nz/features/trailer-special-nz-international-film-festival-2010/" rel="nofollow">http://www.flicks.co.nz/features/trailer-special-nz-international-film-festival-2010/</a> Esther on "New Short Film Scheme, Existing Short Film Fund Changes & EPs Announced" http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/topic/nzfc-new-short-film-funding-scheme-short-film-roadshow#post-147 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 12:05:39 +0000 Esther 147@http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/ Kia Ora Filmmakers, The NZ Film Commission is pleased to announce the introduction of a new low budget short film scheme and some changes to the existing Short Film Fund. Fresh Shorts is a new low budget short film scheme run in-house by the NZ Film Commission. It aims to identify the next generation of New Zealand feature filmmakers by nurturing and inspiring up-and-coming talent. Fresh Shorts are: Fresh, new directorial voices with distinctive, original styles. Fresh ideas not seen before in short film, or new and original takes on familiar ideas. Cinematic - ideas that deserve to be on the big screen. Narrative films with impact. They could be emotional, humorous or political, or designed to scare an audience. The films should aim to reach audiences and move them. Films that take risks, provoke and challenge audiences. Films that have something to say. We’re looking for the next generation of up-and-coming feature filmmaking talent, so your short film idea should be a reflection of you; a film only you can make. Fresh Shorts will support the following once a year: Up to eight narrative short films at $10,000 per film Up to eight narrative short films at $30,000 per film The level of funding will be based on the director’s experience. Applications will open on Wednesday July 28, 2010 and close on Friday October 8, 2010 Please see the website <a href="http://nzfilm.co.nz/fresh-shorts/" rel="nofollow">http://nzfilm.co.nz/fresh-shorts/</a> for more details about the scheme including the Fresh Shorts criteria and application information. For any initial enquiries regarding Fresh Shorts please contact Lauren Granshaw on 04 894 1958 or at: <a href="mailto:freshshorts@nzfilm.co.nz">freshshorts@nzfilm.co.nz</a> The existing Short Film Fund Executive Producer Scheme is to be renamed Premiere Shorts. Premiere Shorts will support six narrative short films at $90,000 per film in the 2010/2011 financial year. Premiere Shorts films will be selected and overseen by Executive Producer groups, who will select two narrative short films each. The new Premiere Shorts Executive Producer Groups for 2010/2011 are: A Collective intake of Breath Maile Daugherty, Michael Bennett Tauihu Shorts Tui Ruwhiu, Poata Eruera, Brad Haami Tom Thumb Shorts Steven O'Meagher, Chris Dudman, Polly Fryer The Premiere Shorts criteria for each Executive Producer Group will be available on the NZ Film Commission website by Friday 23 July, 2010 at <a href="http://nzfilm.co.nz/premiere-shorts/" rel="nofollow">http://nzfilm.co.nz/premiere-shorts/</a> Esther on "NZ Shorts up on NZ on Screen" http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/topic/nz-shorts-up-on-nz-on-screen#post-144 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 09:47:06 +0000 Esther 144@http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/ Hello, NZ On Screen has launched its first collection of short films. This selection is the first in a series - in partnership with the NZ Film Commission - showcasing choice, award-winning examples of Kiwi short filmmaking. If you take this link --- <a href="http://www.nzonscreen.com/collection/nz-short-film-collection" rel="nofollow">http://www.nzonscreen.com/collection/nz-short-film-collection</a> --- the movies can be watched online, for free. Some of them are only available for a few weeks, so please help spread the word. Feel free to use links for websites, newsletters, etc Thanks, Deb Diaz, for NZ On Screen · Kitchen Sink Short Film, 1989 (Full Length) Alison Maclean’s surreal suburban nightmare burst onto the international scene with the same impact as the hairy monster from the plughole in the film. Starring Theresa Healey, the black and white horror debuted in Cannes and is arguably the most successful short film to come from NZ. Classic. · The Lounge Bar Short Film, 1988 (Full Length) The zenith of Don McGlashan and Harry Sinclair’s legendary Front Lawn collaborations, this iconic Kiwi short follows two men and one woman on a rainy night at a deserted bar. Pivoting on amnesia and woven together by music, two timeframes seamlessly combine as a darkly humorous plot unfolds.O Tamaiti · Short Film, 1996 (Full Length) Sima Urale’s debut short, beautifully realised in black and white, tells the immigrant story of a young Samoan boy who is expected to play guardian to his siblings. Poignant attention to details that convey children’s perspectives saw O Tamaiti win the prestigious Silver Lion at Venice. · Fog Short Film, 2007 (Full Length) Shy Ricky and extrovert Tilly commandeer Ricky’s father’s fishing boat to find freedom in the fog. Oppression, boredom and sex — the cultural trinity of the NZ small town (here, isolated fishing village Ngawi) — is evoked by director Peter Salmon. Fog was selected for Critics’ Week at Cannes. · Despondent Divorcee Short Film, 1995 (Full Length) In competition at Cannes 1995, Jonathan Ogilvie short takes its title from a shocking 1942 photograph of a suicidal woman plummeting to her death. Photo close-ups overdubbed with a beguiling noir-ish narration brilliantly channel the chill detachment the photographer required to get his shot. · Nothing Special Short Film, 2004 (Full Length) Written by Helena Brooks and comedian Jaquie Brown, Nothing Special is something of a cautionary tale: it’s good to love your son, but less good to think he’s Jesus reincarnate! Winning performances and music (Blerta’s ‘Dance All Around The World’) saw it chosen for competition at Cannes (2005). · Nature's Way Short Film, 2006 (Full Length) A young girl is murdered and her body dumped in the forest. Jane Shearer’s haunting Cannes-nominated tale of utu on the suburban fringe, sees the dense native bush pass down its judgement on the killer (played with itchy paranoia by Matthew Sunderland) who struggles to get away with it. · Closer Short Film, 2004 (Full Length) Closer is the story of a deaf teenage boy trying to come to terms with the death of his older sister. Written and directed by David Rittey, and co-written by poet Therese Lloyd, it won Best Short Film, and Performance at the 2005 NZ Screen Awards; and was selected in competition at Cannes. · Cow Short Film, 2001 (Full Length) In Michael Bennett’s surreal short, two old minstrels (NZ screen legends Ian Mune and Martyn Sanderson) are adrift in the ocean, a placid Friesian cow in tow; bovine bliss dries up as a guitar duet escalates to a duel. Cannes-selected Cow won Best Short Film Script at the NZ Film Awards. · Turangawaewae / A Place to Stand Short Film, 2003 (Full Length) Actor Wi Kuki Kaa plays a Vietnam War veteran who is dislocated by his war experience and homeless. Directed by Peter Burger, this moving short about a man jolted to find his turangawaewae and the whānau that helps him get there, was selected for Critics' Week at Cannes. · Boy Short Film, 2004 (Full Length) A teen rent boy exposes the truth about the death of a girl in a hit and run accident. Using typography in place of dialogue, flares of bold colour, dioramic frames, and brutal portraiture, director Welby Ings’ film is an exquisite, boldly original take on small town claustrophobia and violence. · Truant Short Film, 2005 (Full Length) Set in gritty downtown Auckland’s backstreets, this short follows the vicissitudes of Evan, a teenager who skips school and meets a beautiful, troubled stranger. Capturing a teen mix of curiosity and desperation, Truant screened at a number of festivals including London and Clermont Ferrand. Esther on "Opportunity for Documentary Filmmakers" http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/topic/opportunity-for-documentary-filmmakers#post-137 Tue, 29 Jun 2010 15:19:38 +0000 Esther 137@http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/ 2010 MeetMarket at Sheffield Doc/Fest The call for applications for the 2010 MeetMarket at Sheffield Doc/Fest is now open online - <a href="http://www.sheffdocfest.com/meetmarket" rel="nofollow">http://www.sheffdocfest.com/meetmarket</a> MeetMarket* is Doc/Fest's pitching initiative designed to match documentary, factual and cross-platform makers' most innovative project ideas with UK and international buyers. Projects can be at any stage from early development to post-production, and don’t need to have financing secured. Producers can be from anywhere in the world and Doc/Fest welcomes international submissions. Participation has been confirmed from over 70 funders and decision-makers including BBC, Channel 4, ITV, Five, Arte France, ARTE ZDF Irish Film Board, RTE, VPRO, TRT, Gucci Tribeca Film Fund, PBS, Sundance Institute, ETV, DR TV, YLE, TG4, ICA Films, Dogwoof, Soda Pictures, and AVRO The NZFC will consider applications for assistance to attend MeetMarket but only from filmmakers with projects that have genuine theatrical release potential. Please refer to NZFC Feature and Documentary Development Financing guidelines for more information on the criteria we use in relation to documentaries. Online Application Deadline: Wednesday 1st September Esther on "Opportunity for Producers" http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/topic/opportunity-for-producers#post-136 Tue, 29 Jun 2010 15:18:49 +0000 Esther 136@http://www.script-to-screen.co.nz/forum/ International Financing Forum (IFF) September 2010 at the Toronto International Film Festival® CALL FOR APPLICATIONS New Zealand producers are invited to apply for this year’s International Financing Forum (IFF) - a feature film co-financing event at the Toronto International Film Festival. The event brings together selected international and Canadian producers developing English language projects to do business by means of brokered meetings and networking opportunities with other international producers, as well as international sales agents, distributors, funders, agents, and executive producers. IFF 2009 brought producers together with representatives from Film4 (UK), Pathe (France/UK), Fortissimo Films (The Netherlands/Hong Kong), Aramid Capital (UK), Backup Films (France), Quickfire Films (UK), BBC (UK), Europa Corp (France), Overture Films (US), Filmax (Spain), Cinetic Media (US), IFC Films (US), Kinowelt (Germany), Match Factory (Germany), Festival Darlings (Denmark), Echo Lake Productions (US), Participant Films (US), Magnolia Films (US), International Creative Management – ICM (US), United Talent Agency- UTA (US), K5 International (Germany), Voltage Pictures (France), William Morris Endeavor – WME (US), E1 (Canada), Memento (France), Apparition (US) and Big Beach Films (US). Eligible applicants must have at a minimum, one full producer credit (not executive producer credit) on a theatrically released feature by a recognisable distributor, and a market orientated project in development that requires international co-production and/or financing partners. The NZ Film Commission is able to offer Producer’s Market assistance for up to two participants to attend IFF in 2010. Producers must apply directly to IFF, approaching the NZFC for financial assistance only once an acceptance letter has been received. Requests for NZFC financial assistance from successful applicants should be made care of Paul Swadel <a href="mailto:paul@nzfilm.co.nz">paul@nzfilm.co.nz</a> KEY DATES: Application deadline for international producers: July 23rd 2010 IFF Main Program: September 11th - 13th, 2010 For further information and to apply please see the call for applications: <a href="http://www.omdc.on.ca/Page5414.aspx" rel="nofollow">http://www.omdc.on.ca/Page5414.aspx</a> New Zealand Film Commission Ph No: +64 4 382 7680 Fax No: +64 4 384 9719