December 2011

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Many states have a film commission that helps movie makers find out information about permits, locations, local production crews and other necessessities needed in order to get a project made, but in the Silver State we have the Nevada Film Office.  One of the most helpful and energetic members on this team is Danette Tull, who was graciaous enough to join us on Filmmakers Notebook and talk about some of the services she and her colleagues eagerly provide. 

Although Nevada and particularly Las Vegas locations like the Strip are known to be popular back drops for Hollywood productions, the independent film community has been growing and more filmmaking projects have been on the rise despite the fact that the recent tax incentive bid was defeated.  Find our more about the benefits of shooting in Nevada from Danette as she talks about her work and just how her office can be of service.

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Las Vegas filmmakers Charisma and Kelly Schwarze have been collaborating personally and professionally for years since working on a short called “The Dwelling” in 2002.  That title may also fit one of their latest projects, which has been to launch a studio space and motion picture production company that will aid local filmmakers in getting their projects done.  Charisma joined us on Filmmakers Notebook to share the news that this dream, the Indie Film Factory will soon become a reality thanks to the couple’s efforts and a successful crowdfunding campaign on IndieGoGo. 

Once the Indie Film Factory is up and running Charisma envisions it also offering additional resources such as a place where workshops and panel discussions can be held.  The venue promises to be another hub of activity like Theatre7 has become and will provide more opportunities towards building the close knit and productive independent film community that has been growing in Las Vegas.  To find out more specifics about the Indie Film Factory listen to our interview with Charisma.

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Why Filmmakers and Screenwriters Should Get to Know The Black List

December 14, 2011

One Hollywood tradition that screenwriters and filmmakers seem to observe in December is checking out to see who made The Black List and this year was no exception when it was announced earlier this week.  For those who are unfamiliar with it, the list was started seven years ago in 2004 by former Universal Pictures executive [...]

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062 Filmmaker Tom Vincent Wants to Show You “The Real Japan”

December 7, 2011

This interview was conducted by John Donovan, our Filmmakers Notebook Radio Engineer and friend of Tom’s during his recent November 2011 visit to Japan.  It was recorded at a sidewalk cafe in Shibuya, a bustling area of Tokyo.   Tom Vincent, a Brit, has lived in Japan for over twenty years, is fluent in Japanese, and owns [...]

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061 Tiffany Whisenant Dishes the Dirt at Films That Feed

December 5, 2011

Filmmakers Notebook spoke with Tiffany Whisenant from the Great Basin Permaculture organization in Southern Nevada about the group’s role in bringing “Dirt! The Movie” to the Films That Feed Film Festival being held this week at Theatre7 in the downtown area.  Narrated by Jamie Lee Curtis, the insightful film offers a close up look on [...]

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The Lambs May be Silent, but Oscar-Winning Producer Ed Saxon Isn’t

December 1, 2011

When it comes to making successful and entertaining films few have a track record that can compare with the one carved out by Oscar-winning producer Ed Saxon, who is launching a 1-Day seminar entitled “How It Works – Practical Lessons from 25 Years in the Movie Business” on Saturday, December 3rd in Las Vegas.  Determined [...]

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