Now Open: Spring 2025 Roy W. Dean Grant - Empowering Indie Filmmakers
From the Heart Productions is excited to announce that the Roy W. Dean Grant for Spring 2025 is now open for submissions! Now in its fourth decade, this prestigious grant has provided funding and production services to independent filmmakers creating unique films that make a positive contribution to society.
Who Should Apply?
The grant is open to filmmakers working on documentaries, narrative features, short films, and web series. Projects should be budgeted at $500,000 or less. Grant is open to filmmakers at any level of experienc including students.
What the Grant Offers:
Winner of the Roy W. Dean Grant for Spring will receive $3,500 in cash and thousands more in donated film products and services including 40% deduction on color, editing, and sound & all production services from ProMedia NYC, $500 in grip, lighting or expendables from Filmtools, 30% discount in equipment rental from AbelCine Tech, Inc. NYC, $1,600 value / sound mix session from Silver Sound, and more from many heartfelt donors.
How to Apply: Visit our application page: Grant Application Form
Deadline: March 31st, 2025
Every Applicant Benefits
One of the unique aspects of the Roy W. Dean Grant is that every filmmaker who applies can receive a 15-minute consultation on their submission. Gain valuable insights on:
Learn more about the grant: Roy W. Dean Film Grants and Awards
For any questions, please reach out to us at info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098.
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Providence Children's Film Festival
SAVE THE DATE for the Providence Children's Film Festival, February 14 - 23. For more information and reservations check out PCFFRI.org
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Casting for a new Reality TV Show!
Families, Friends, and Co-Workers WANTED for TV Show.
Social experiment exploring the wealth divide.
For more information head to www.emporiumcasting.com/house, email RHPH@emporiumproductions.co.uk,
or talk to the Casting Exec directly at Charlie Casting www.instagram.com/charliecasting
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Slatersville: America's First Mill Village
Join filmmaker Christian de Rezendes for 3 special public screenings of episodes 6, 7, and 8 of Slatersville: America's First Mill Village at Slatersville Congregational Church, 25 Greene Street, Slatersville, RI on January 17th, 24th, and 31st.
For more details check out firstmillvillage.com.
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LAST CALL for Film Students: Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant - Submissions Close Soon!
This is a final reminder to share an incredible opportunity for students! The Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant for Student Filmmakers—offered by the 501(c)(3) non-profit From the Heart Productions—is still accepting applications until November 30, 2024.
Who Can Apply?
The grant is open to student filmmakers who are enrolled in a university, college, community college, extension course, or high school.
We welcome applications from students with unique films that make a contribution to society on a budget of $50,000 or less, whether their project is just beginning or nearing completion. Eligible films can be short or feature-length, narrative fiction or documentary.
Grant Award Highlights
The winning filmmaker will receive:
Every Applicant Wins!
Every filmmaker who applies will receive:
Let Students Know
Please share this opportunity for students to help them take a vital step toward their filmmaking dreams. This grant provides more than funding; it offers practical tools and guidance that can shape the future of student filmmakers.
For more details, please visit the grant page: Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant for Student Filmmakers. For any questions, contact us at info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098.
Help students gain the resources and confidence they need to make a lasting impact in film!
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Last Call! Apply for the Roy W. Dean Grant for Fall 2024 by Oct 31st!
This is your last opportunity to apply for the Fall 2024 Roy W. Dean Grant! With a submission deadline of October 31st, 2024, this grant awarded by top-rated 501(c)3 non-profit From the Heart Productions could be the support they need to bring their film project to life.
The grant goes to a project that is unique and makes a contribution to society. Eligible projects include documentaries, short films, narrative features, and web series. The winner will receive $3,500 cash, along with thousands more in donated film production services and gear to help complete their project. These include:
· $15,000 in theme music from award-winning composer David Raiklen
· $6,000 in animation from Emmy-winner Charlie Canfield
· $500 in expendables, grip, or lighting from Filmtools
· 20% discount on marketing sheet design from professional Dan Chapman
And more from heartfelt donors that support indie films!
Plus, all applicants are eligible for the Britt Penrod Award—an additional $500 cash prize for a film that’s not only unique but also makes an exceptional contribution to society.
Every filmmaker who applies is offered a consultation on their project: Each submission comes with a 15-minute session with Carole Joyce, the Director of the Roy W. Dean Grants, where they can get advice on how to find funding, build up a database of donors or investors, market their film, and more.
Time is running out! Please share this incredible opportunity with your network, and encourage filmmakers to apply before October 31st.
More information on the grant can be found at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-film-grants-and-awards/
For any questions, please email info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098.
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Now Accepting Submissions: Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant for Student Filmmakers
We are excited to announce the return of the Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant for Student Filmmakers, now accepting submissions for its second year! Sponsored by the top-rated 501(c)3 non-profit From the Heart Productions, the grant seeks student filmmakers who are creating unique, compelling, socially impactful films that make a difference to society on a budget of $50,000 or less.
Submission Deadline: November 30, 2024
Who can apply? The grant seeks films from student filmmakers enrolled in university, college, community college, extension courses, or high school that need help starting or finishing their film. Student Filmmakers from any country are welcome to apply.
Submitted projects can be short or feature length narrative fiction films or documentaries.
Winner to Receive $3,000 & Exclusive Production Services
In addition to the cash award, the winner will receive:
And more from many heartfelt donors that support student filmmakers.
Every Filmmaker Benefits by Applying!
A standout feature of this grant is that every applicant receives a free 15-minute consultation on their project, offering personalized guidance to help take your film to the next level. Whether you need advice on securing funding, building a network of donors or investors, or marketing your film, this consultation provides invaluable insights.
Plus, every filmmaker who applies will get a free copy of Carole Dean’s “Perfecting Your Pitch and Proposal” eBook. This nearly 80-page guide is packed with proven strategies for crafting winning pitches and proposals that attract investors and donors—helping you make your project a reality.
More information on the Carole Dorothy Grant can be found at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/carole-dorothy-joyce-grant-for-student-filmmakers/
For any questions, please email info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to boost your film project—and your career!
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Providence Children's Film Festival: CALLING YOUTH FILMMAKERS
Now Accepting Film Submissions - 2025 Youth Filmmaker Showcase
Short films under 15 minutes
Animation | Documentary | Live Action | Experimental
If selected, your film will be screened during the 2025 Providence Children's Film Festival, February 14-23, 2025.
Guidelines:
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**PRESS RELEASE: 2024 FLICKERS' VORTEX SCI-FI, FANTASY, AND HORROR FILM FESTIVAL**
55 Films, 12 Countries, 5 Running Days, 9 North American Premieres, 6 World Premieres
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (9/24/24) — A phantasmagoric symphony of international films blasts its way across the big screen as the Flickers’ Rhode Island International Film Festival launches its 24rd Annual Flickers’ Vortex Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror Film Festival (VORTEX), October 2nd - October 6th with a special retrospective screening on September 29th.
We will once again have an incredible collection of genre themed shorts packages along with some amazing features as well as some fascinating documentaries.
Vortex has partnered with Motif Magazine once again this year as part of the Motif Film Screening Series taking place at Buttonwoods Brewery. This special retrospective screening will showcase previous Vortex award winning short films from the last several years and will serve as a precursor event before Vortex officially begins on 10/2.
We close out this year’s festival with a special 40th anniversary screening of the horror classic Friday The 13th: The Final Chapter at the Showcase at Providence Place on Sunday, October 6th.
The 2024 festival will include screenings in Providence at Showcase Cinemas at Providence Place, The Vets Cinematheque at The Vets Memorial Auditorium, and the Avon Cinema.
"We have a wonderfully diverse list of entries and events for this year's festival. Everything from traditional horror and horror comedy to thought provoking science fiction and animation. We truly have something for everyone," noted Shawn Drywa, Vortex Program Director.
The Flickers’ Vortex Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror Film Festival celebrates and showcases imagination and creativity in film-making and will include a bevy of World and U.S. Premieres. In all, 55 films have been selected representing 12 countries including the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, China, Republic of Korea, Israel, Italy, Germany, Spain, New Zealand, Russia, and the United States. Many of the filmmakers will be in attendance, so audience members will have a chance to meet, ask questions, and even network with the next generation of genre filmmakers.
Admission to all events is $10.00 for the general public.
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Announcing Roy W. Dean Grant for Fall 2024 - Now Open for Submissions!
We are thrilled to announce that the Roy W. Dean Grant for Fall 2024 is now accepting submissions. This prestigious grant is awarded to indie filmmakers who create unique films that make a meaningful contribution to society.
With a legacy of supporting visionary filmmakers for over 31 years, top-rated 501(c)3 non-profit From the Heart Productions is excited to continue fostering creativity and impactful storytelling through this grant.
Grant Highlights:
Britt Penrod Award:
Exclusive Benefit for All Applicants:
We kindly ask for your support in sharing this announcement with your network of filmmakers and film organizations. Together, we can continue to nurture and promote powerful stories that resonate with audiences worldwide.
For more information on the grant and how to apply, please visit our Roy W. Dean Film Grant page.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098.
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U.K. TV SERIES CASTING CALL
TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT TO:
BOSTONCASTINGSUBMIT10@GMAIL.COM
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Calling all local filmmakers!
Join us this Thursday, August 18th at a screening of ELIZABETH TAYLOR: THE LOST TAPES at Chateau-sur-Mer in Newport. Open to filmmakers of all levels of experience to join together - our Filmmakers Gathering space helps you network, make friends & connections and most importantly - have conversation! We’re thrilled to welcome the Rhode Island Film & TV office to join us!
When you arrive at the venue - look for the Filmmakers tent! Bring a blanket/chair and stay for the film - parking will be available onsite as well as local food trucks!
Want to stay connected? Learn more on the industry app Portrait -> https://bit.ly/3VVCHcC [bit.ly]
Venue opens - 5:00PM
Film begins - 8:00PM
https://newportfilm.com/
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Slatersville: America's First Mill Village now streaming on TUBI!
It is with tremendous excitement that we announce that Slatersville - Seasons One & Two are now available for streaming on TUBI!! This includes episodes 1 through 5 of Season One that premiered on Rhode Island PBS in 2022 AND the the premiere of three NEW episodes that make up Season Two are all in one place.
On top of that, TUBI is FREE and available throughout the U.S., Canada, the U.K. and Australia!! That is fantastic news considering that many of our Slater descendant friends and fans are spread out mainly across these four countries.
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My First Job in Film Academy: Upcoming Workshops
We’re thrilled to invite you to our FREE workshop, "A Guide To Networking To Boost Your Film Career," and we’d love your help spreading the word! August 8, 2024, at 1 PM EST, Zoom, Free.
In the film industry, networking is key to landing your next job and building valuable relationships. This workshop will cover:
- Where to meet filmmakers and industry professionals
- How to introduce yourself effectively
- Networking with peers and staying in touch with alumni
- Personal branding and using business cards
- Leveraging free and paid organizations
- Supporting others and making your work stand out
Register Here
This workshop is perfect for anyone curious about a film career or looking to expand their network. No prior experience needed—just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn!
If you have any questions, feel free to email us at events@myfirstjobinfilm.com. We hope to see you there!
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Last Call: Only 2 Weeks Left to Apply for the Roy W. Dean Grant for Summer 2024!
Time is running out! If you need funding and support to complete or start your film, the Roy W. Dean Film Grant for Summer 2024 is still accepting applications—but the deadline is fast approaching. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to bring your unique vision to life.
Application Deadline: June 30th, 2024
For over 32 years, From the Heart Productions, a top-rated 501(c)3 non-profit, has been awarding the Roy W. Dean Grant to films that make a meaningful contribution to society. We welcome documentaries, narrative features, short films, and web series with budgets of $500,000 or less, at any stage of production. Students are encouraged to apply!
Grant Winner Receives:
Special Britt Penrod Award:
In addition to the main grant, we are excited to offer the Britt Penrod Award. This $500 prize will be given to a filmmaker with a project that stands out for its unique contribution to society. The recipient of this award does not need to be the Roy W. Dean Grant winner.
Every Applicant Benefits:
We believe in supporting all filmmakers who apply. Every applicant will have the chance to receive a 15-minute consultation on their submission. Get expert advice on finding funding, building a donor database, marketing your film, and more.
Apply Now: Visit Grant Application Form to submit your application today.
For more information, visit our Roy W. Dean Film Grants and Awards page.
If you have any questions, please email us at info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098.
Remember, the clock is ticking. Submit your application before June 30th, 2024, and join the legacy of filmmakers making a difference through their art.
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DOCUMENTARY WITH KAREN ALLEN AND BRIAN COX TO SCREEN ON RHODE ISLAND PBS WSBE PUBLIC TELEVISION IN JUNE, 2024
***Shot on location throughout Scotland and the United States, Voices Over the Water looks at Scottish Immigration to the U.S.***
(Providence, RI, May, 2024) . . . A new documentary by filmmakers Guy Perrotta & Jane Ferguson will air on Rhode Island PBS WSBE on June 7, 2024, at 12PM, and June 8 at 5PM. A presentation by WNED PBS, distributed through American Public Television, Voices Over the Water explores the struggles and triumphs of Scottish immigrants to the U.S.
Who were the Scottish Highland people, and why did so many of them leave? This program looks at the colorful and romantic image of Scotland, and at what lies behind it--the real history, the culture, the tragedies and opportunities. Voices Over the Water follows the story of Highland emigrants as they arrive in America, speaking a different language with distinctive dress and culture, and explores their contribution to America, and how their culture is celebrated today.
Karen Allen, known for her roles in Raiders of the Lost Ark, Starman, and other feature films, narrates the documentary. Also featured are 2023 EMMY® Award-nominated actor Brian Cox and music by the GRAMMY and Pulitzer Prize-winning poet-musician Rhiannon Giddens, and EMMY® Award winner Charles David Denler. "As admirers of Scottish culture and big fans of the artistry of Karen Allen, we at the Rhode Island Film & Television Office are very much looking forward to the release of this PBS special" said Steven Feinberg, the Executive Director of the film office. The St. Andrews Society of Rhode Island celebrated its 100 year anniversary last fall and members plan to hold watch-parties for the upcoming PBS broadcasts.
This film includes images from the Rhode Island Scottish Highland Festival, residents of Rhode Island and nearby Connecticut who performed with the Mystic Scottish Country Dancers. As the filmmakers have noted, there were a large number of Scottish immigrants working in quarries and textile mills in places such as Central Falls and Pawtucket. John McNiff, Warwick native and former Park Ranger of the Roger Williams National Memorial, said, "My great-great grandmother was from Paisley (Glasgow, Scotland) and settled in Providence. She was looked down upon for her way of speaking." The story of McNiff's ancestor seems to correspond with that of Aonghas MacAoidh, a 19th-century Scottish Gaelic resident of Providence who empathized with the plight of the area ’s Native inhabitants.
Producer Jane Ferguson says, “A goal of ours: to shed light on some of the tragedies that led so many people to leave Scotland and settle in places such as Rhode Island. Producer Guy Perrotta says that “Participation from scholars and members of the worldwide Scottish diaspora have really added to the texture of the documentary.” The Directors Guild Theater in New York City was the setting for a special screening for participants. Film reviewer Stephanie Zacharek moderated a Q&A session afterwards to a near-capacity audience, and described it as “… delightful, fun, well-paced! And I learned a lot.”
About the producers: Guy Perrotta is a member of the Directors Guild of America and the Explorers Club, and has received awards from the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. Jane Ferguson has worked in film and television on such varied projects as Law & Order, 30 Rock, A Call to Spy, Manifest, A Beautiful Mind, National Treasure, amongst many others.
Those interested in seeing a trailer and learning more about Voices Over the Water may visit the documentary website at www.voicesoverthewater.com.
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Roy W. Dean Film Grant for Summer 2024 Open for Submissions
For indie filmmakers needing funding and support to get their film completed or started, the Roy W. Dean Film Grant for Summer 2024 is now accepting applications. Now in its 32nd year, the Roy W. Dean Grant is awarded by top-rated 501(c)3 non-profit From the Heart Productions to films that are unique films and that make a contribution to society. Deadline for grant submissions is June 30th, 2024.
The grant is open to documentaries, narrative features, short films and web series budgeted at $500,000 or less. Films can be at any stage of production. Students are welcome to apply.
The grant winner will receive $3,500 and thousands more in donated film products and services including $1,295.00 Scholarship to Writers Boot Camp, $500 in grip, lighting or expendables from Filmtools, a 30% Discount by Jerry Deaton for Music Post Production Services at AudioKut [audiokut.com] , $750 in Grant Writing Services from Karen Everett of New Doc Editing, and more from many heartfelt donors.
Filmmakers can apply at http://fromtheheartproductions.com/grant-application-form/.
Britt Penrod Award
In addition to the grant, $500 will be awarded to grant applicant with a film that is unique but also makes an exceptional contribution to society. The grant is made possible by a generous donation by its namesake, Britt Penrod, who has been a great supporter of independent films. Winner of this award does not need to be the Roy W. Dean Grant recipient.
Every Filmmaker That Applies Can Get Help on Their Project
Since its inception, the Roy W. Dean Film Grant has offered something for applicants that is itself unique for a grant. Every filmmaker that applies for the grant has the opportunity to receive a 15-minute consultation on their submission. Filmmakers can get advice on how to find funding, build up a database of donors or investors, market their film, and more.
More information on the grant can be found at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-film-grants-and-awards/
For any questions, please email info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098.
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Block Island Film Festival – 36 Amazing Films in Three Days!
BLOCK ISLAND – The Sixth Annual Block Island Film Festival will screen 36 amazing films in three days that were created by exceptionally talented filmmakers.
The film festival, which runs Wednesday, May 29th to Friday, May 31st, will feature dramas, comedies, horror thrillers and documentaries, screened at the Block Island Maritime Institute, and Champlin’s Marina & Resort near the Great Salt Pond in New Harbor. Every screening is followed by a filmmaker question and answer forum, hosted by Hollywood actor/producers Kristin Carey, Henry LeBlanc, and Kim Estes.
“This year we’re excited to be screening four excellent short films on opening night under the tent at our sponsored venue, Champlin’s Marina & Resort. The films will be followed by an opening night party from 10 to 1 p.m. at Champlin’s bar on the pier,” said Cassius Shuman, BIFF Founder and Executive Director.
The Mary D Fund is sponsoring Dante Bellini’s brilliant and compelling short documentary film called “Demons and Dragans,” on Thursday, May 30th at 4:30 p.m. The Spotlight film explores Providence Journal columnist Mark Patinkin’s personal battle with kidney cancer.
“This is a must-see Spotlight film,” said Shuman. “Bellini has crafted a masterpiece, with beautiful images, sharp editing, and wonderful cinematic moments. Patinkin bravely serves as the focus of the film, highlighted along with the doctors who treated him.”
Filmmaker Robert Beadle will screen his short documentary “The Independent Man Restoration Project” on Friday, May 31st at noon. This Spotlight film chronicles the removal of the Independent
Man, a 14-foot-tall gold sculpted statue, designed at the turn of the century, from its perch atop the Rhode Island State House to be refurbished in the Cranston Street Armory.
“Good Side of Bad,” a narrative feature film, sponsored by NAMI-Block Island, is another highlight of the film festival. It tells the tale of a young photographer who suffers a severe mental breakdown, leading her siblings to come together to help her heal. This captivating film, deftly directed by Alethea Root, and co-written by Alethea Root, Ciera Danielle, and Jules Bruff, who stars in the film, has won awards at film festivals around the country.
Shareen Anderson’s short documentary, “Deep Ambition,” a gorgeous piece of filmmaking, with breathtaking underwater footage, will be featured as a Spotlight Film. The film captures Karen van den Oever’s attempt to break the women's world record for the deepest scuba dive.
Peter Filardi, who wrote and produced the “Chapelwaite” TV series starring Adrien Brody, as well as “The Craft” and “Flatliners,” will screen his short horror thriller, “Damn Handy,” at Champlin’s on opening night. The story is about a plumber who visits the remote farmhouse of two murderous sisters, where he will need a trick up his sleeve to survive.
Also featured at Champlin’s are two thrillers and a comedy, “The Locals,” an action-packed film produced by a crew from Massachusetts, the drama, thriller, “The Bombmaker,” written and directed by Michael James Hull, featuring actor Joe Coffey, who starred in the Dodge Boys commercials, and “Oklahoma!” a comedy written by and starring the talented Roe Pacheco.
The film festival features student short films, narrative short films, short documentaries, narrative feature films, and a screenplay competition.
Tickets for the film festival are available at the door. For information about the Block Island Film Festival, and its schedule, visit https://blockislandfilmfestival.org/schedule.
The Block Island Film Festival is sponsored by Champlin’s Marina & Resort, Dead Eye Dick’s, Block Island Beach House, Ballard’s Inn, NAMI-Block Island, the Mary D Fund, The Darius Inn, and the Block Island Maritime Institute.
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LOCAL FILMMAKER WRITES SURREALIST SHORT FILM BASED ON GRIEF DREAMS AFTER LOSING HIS MOTHER TO CHRONIC ILLNESS.
Rhode Island-based filmmaker Nathan David Walker is raising funds for his upcoming short film, Til I Rot, with a Seed & Spark campaign running May 1 - 30, 2024. In Til I Rot, a Dreamer must journey through realms of perception in order to confront past trauma and escape the prison within his mind.
Til I Rot is a movie about a man's attempt to reconcile his feelings about his traumatic upbringing. Walker conceptualized and wrote this film after his mother passed away. Her untimely death brought about a series of increasingly intense dreams that he eventually realized had a poignant thematic tether. Til I Rot explores the difficult themes of poverty, depression, addiction, and generational trauma. Blending surrealist horror and suspense, the film allows each viewer to interpret these themes through their own unique lens. The story is at once both universal and deeply personal.
Nathan David Walker is a photographer and filmmaker based in Rhode Island. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Cinematography from Full Sail University and has worked in the film and television industry as a production assistant, assistant camera, and camera operator. While his passion is writing and directing, he also loves to be behind the camera in any capacity. He works as a real estate photographer and multimedia specialist and also provides videography and photography for weddings and other special events. The Seed & Spark campaign launched on May 1st, giving patrons thirty days to help fund this project. Donations of all sizes are welcomed, and incentive prizes are offered for the higher levels of donation. You can find the campaign on SeedAndSpark.com at the following link:
https://seedandspark.com/fund/til-i-rot-film.
For more information about Til I Rot or the fundraising campaign, please contact Production
Manager Lauren Walker at lmwalker920@gmail.com or 508-642-0041.
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Families Wanted for NEW American TV Show.
* Could your family survive life on the frontier?
* Maybe grow your own crops?
* Possibly tend to your own livestock?
* Ever dreamed of testing yourself against the challenges of the Old West?
* Or living in a time before modern tech?
Wall to Wall is looking for fun families with teenagers to journey back in time for 9 weeks this summer, to experience life on the frontier!
All featured families are financially compensated for their time.
For more information and how to apply: www.walltowall.co.uk/FAMILY
Please state in your application form that you have seen this opportunity on our social media account via Charlie Pheby. Direct all questions to @CharlieCasting https://www.instagram.com/charliecasting/
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Deadline Nearing: Roy W. Dean Short Film Grant!
Seeking short films that are unique and that make a contribution to society, the swiftly approaching submission deadline for the Roy W. Dean Short Film Grant is April 29th. Now in its 4th year the grant, the grant offers the winner $3,000 and thousands more in donated services to help them complete their film.
The grant is open to narrative fiction shorts, live action or animated, that are 40 minutes or less in length. Grant is sponsored by top-rated 501(c)3 non-profit From the Heart Productions which is dedicated to helping independent filmmakers get their films funded.
In addition to the cash prize, the winner will also receive $3,000.00 in music and audio services from well-known composer David Raiklen, $6,000.00 in animation from Emmy award winner Charlie Canfield, $1,400 value (4 hours of sound mix session) from Silver Sound, $500 in grip, lighting or expendables fromFilmtools, and $600.00 for your Free Closed Captioning by NetCaptioning.
Filmmakers can learn more and apply for the grant at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-short-film-grant/
All Filmmakers Who Apply Get a Free Consultation
Every applicant is offered the opportunity for a 15-minute consultation on their project Carole Joyce, Director of the Roy W. Dean Grants. Filmmakers can get advice on how to fund their film, build up a database of donors, market their film, and more.
“Great session. Gave a lot of great advice to my project and willing to share resources” Shivang M – Roy W. Dean Grant Applicant
Filmmakers can apply for the grant at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/grant-application-form/
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Heart of Knightsville documentary honors Cranston’s Italian Americans
Heart of Knightsville, a feature-length documentary, currently in production, explores Cranston's Italian Americans’ quest to build a sanctuary and their annual celebration of The Blessed Mother, La Madonna della Civita. With meticulous precision and unwavering devotion, the residents of Knightsville come together for this annual tradition, which holds a special significance for the community. The documentary also explores how Italian American immigrants from Cranston’s sister city of Itri overcame oppression to help enhance Knightsville's identity with authentic pride, faith, and fellowship.
Vincent Pastore (The Sopranos) will host the documentary, produced by Bernadette Conte, Tom DeNucci, and Michael Braga. The documentary is directed by Mr. DeNucci (Vault, The Collective), an Award-Winning filmmaker and New England Institute of Technology graduate.
Heart of Knightsville is based on Mrs. Conte’s book Eviva Maria Madonna della Civita: The Eternal Bond of the Itrani Immigrants of Cranston, Rhode Island with Their Homeland of Itri, Italy, and Their Unwavering Faith to the Madonna, available on Amazon.
The filmmakers are working towards a Summer 2025 release.
For updates on the project, please follow Tom DeNucci (@tomdenuccifilm) on YouTube and “@tomdenucci” on Instagram. To contact the filmmakers about Heart of Knightsville, email heartofknightsville@gmail.com
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Time's Ticking: Spring Roy W. Dean Grant Applications Closing Soon
The deadline to apply to the 2024 Spring Roy W. Dean Grant for indie filmmakers is almost here. Submissions must be received by March 31st. Through this grant awarded to films that are unique and that make a contribution to society, 501(c)3 non-profit sponsor From the Heart Productions has been able to help many talented filmmakers complete their exceptional films.
The grant is open to documentaries, narrative features, short films and web series. In addition to being unique and making a contribution to society, projects should be budgeted at $500,000 or less. Students are welcome to apply.
Winner of the Roy W. Dean Grant for Spring will receive $3,500 in cash and thousands more in donated film products and services including an OWC Mercury Pro U.2 SSD drive valued at $1,299.99, 25% off on online/color correction and deliverables creation/duplication rates from GlueEdit.com $500 in grip, lighting or expendables from Filmtools, $600.00 for your Free Closed Captioning by Cineprosmedia, $1,600 value / sound mix session from Silver Sound, and more from many heartfelt donors.
Filmmakers can learn more and apply at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-film-grants-and-awards/
Every Filmmaker Gets Help for Their Project by Just Applying
Every filmmaker that applies for the grant has the opportunity to receive a 15-minute consultation on their submission with the Director of the Roy W. Dean Grants, Carole Joyce. Filmmakers can get advice on how to find funding, build up a database of donors or investors, market their film, and more.
“Carole was knowledgeable, caring, and suggested networks for me to connect with. She gave me so many things to think about and some homework to complete for my project (self-paced, of course). I appreciate the time attention given for my consultation” Alyscia C – Roy W. Dean Grant Applicant
More information on the grant can be found at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-film-grants-and-awards/
For any questions, please email info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098.
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Roy W. Dean Short Film Grant Returns for Fourth Year
The Roy W. Dean Short Film Grant is now open for entries. The grant offers the winner $3,000 and thousands more in donated services to help them complete their film. The grant is sponsored by the 501(c)3 non-profit From the Heart Productions which is dedicated to helping independent filmmakers get their films funded.
The grant seeks short films that are unique and that make a contribution to society. Grant is open to narrative fiction shorts, live action or animated, that are 40 minutes or less in length.
In addition to the $3,000 cash prize, the winner will also receive $3,000.00 in music and audio services from well-known composer David Raiklen, $6,000.00 in animation from Emmy award winner Charlie Canfield, $1,400 value (4 hours of sound mix session) from Silver Sound, and more from other donors supporting indie filmmaking.
Deadline for the Roy W. Dean Grant for Short Films is April 29th 2024.
All Filmmakers Who Apply Get a Free Consultation
Like the other Roy W. Dean Grants offered each year, applicants receive the opportunity for a 15-minute consultation on their project with board member Carole Joyce. Filmmakers can get advice on how to fund their film, build up a database of donors, market their film, and more.
“Carole was knowledgeable, caring, and suggested networks for me to connect with. She gave me so many things to think about and some homework to complete for my project. I appreciate the time attention given for my consultation.” Alyscia C
Filmmakers can apply for the grant at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/grant-application-form/
For more information, please email info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098
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My First Job in Film Academy Workshops!
🎬✨ Breaking in as a PA -Virtual @myfirstjobinfilm Workshop with Daniel Scarpati.
It's All About Who You *Don't* Know - This free virtual workshop with Daniel Scarpati is a brilliant guide to starting your film career from Daniel Scarpati, is highly recommended for anyone trying to break into the industry!
📆 Save the Date: February 15, 2024
🕕 6:00 PM EST
Register here: https://myfirstjobinfilm.com/US/mfjfacademy/danielscarpati
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Casting Families for new American History TV Show
A brand-new television series is searching for families to embark on an extraordinary time-travelling adventure to explore American history. For more information and how to apply: https://bit.ly/TADCAST [bit.ly]
You can contact @charliecasting [instagram.com]on Instagram if you have further questions.
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Roy W. Dean Grant Open for Submissions
The Roy W. Dean Grant is accepting submissions from indie filmmakers for its Spring 2024 Grant. For over 30 years, the Roy W. Dean Grants have awarded funding and production services to independent filmmakers with unique films that make a contribution to society. From the Heart Productions, the 501(c)3 non-profit sponsoring the grant, is proud to having helped these filmmakers complete these amazing films and bring them to the public.
The grant is open to documentaries, narrative features, short films and web series. In addition to being unique and making a contribution to society, projects should be budgeted at $500,000 or less. Students are welcome to apply.
Winner of the Roy W. Dean Grant for Spring will receive $3,500 in cash and thousands more in donated film products and services including 40% deduction on color, editing, and sound & all production services from ProMedia NYC, $500 in grip, lighting or expendables from Filmtools, 30% discount in equipment rental from AbelCine Tech, Inc. NYC, $1,600 value / sound mix session from Silver Sound, and more from many heartfelt donors.
Filmmakers can apply at http://fromtheheartproductions.com/grant-application-form/. Deadline for submission to the Roy W. Dean Grant for Spring is March 31st, 2024.
Every Filmmaker Gets Help for Their Project by Just Applying
Since its inception, the Roy W. Dean Grant has offered something for applicants that is itself unique for a grant. Every filmmaker that applies for the grant has the opportunity to receive a 15-minute consultation on their submission. Filmmakers can get advice on how to find funding, build up a database of donors or investors, market their film, and more.
More information on the grant can be found at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-film-grants-and-awards/
For any questions, please email info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098.
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Time Running Out to Apply for Carole Dorothy Joyce Student Filmmaker Grant
Student filmmakers have until Nov 30th 2023 to apply for the inaugural Carole Dorothy Joyce Student Filmmaker Grant. Sponsored by top-rated 501(c)3 non-profit, From the Heart Productions, the newly established grant seeks films that are unique, with compelling stories that make a contribution to society.
Films can be short, feature length narratives, or documentaries, but must be budgeted at $50,000 or less. Student Filmmakers from any country are welcome to apply.
Winner to Receive $3,000 As Well as Donated Production Services and Goods
The winner will receive a cash prize of $3,000 including donated services and film products to assist in production of their project. This includes a Sandisk G-Raid 2 8TB hard drive, 15% off of expendables from Filmtools, and a 35% discount for lighting services from Paskal Lighting, Hollywood.
Every Filmmaker Gets Help for Their Project by Just Applying
A very unique feature of every grant offered by From the Heart Productions is that each applicant is offered a 15-minute consultation on their project. Submitting filmmakers can get advice on how to find funding, build up a database of donors or investors, market their film, and more.
More information on the Carole Dorothy Grant can be found at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/carole-dorothy-joyce-grant-for-student-filmmakers/
For any questions, please email info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098.
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Native America Season 2
Watch new episodes Tuesday nights at 9/8c on your local PBS station.
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2023 FLICKERS' VORTEX SCI-FI, FANTASY, AND HORROR FILM FESTIVAL
FLICKERS’ VORTEX SCI-FI, FANTASY, AND HORROR FILM FESTIVAL
LAUNCHES ITS 23rd GENRE-FILLED YEAR
55 Films, 13 Countries, 5 Running Days, 9 North American Premieres
For details, art or photos about FLICKERS media releases, contact Shawn Quirk (quirk@film-festival.org)
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (October 23, 2023) — A phantasmagoric symphony of international genre films blasts its way across the big screen as the Flickers’ Rhode Island International Film Festival launches its 23rd Annual Flickers’ Vortex Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror Film Festival
(VORTEX) this week, October 25th - October 29th.
Join us as we showcase the world's best genre films from across the globe. Every year, Vortex brings filmmakers from the Horror, Sci-Fi, and Fantasy genres together to share their work with our festival audience. Screenings will be taking place at venues throughout downtown Providence and offer audience members the opportunity to engage and discuss with attending filmmakers.
This year's festival includes a special screening of the 1925 silent classic The Phantom Of The Opera with live musical accompaniment! World-renowned organist and silent film accompanist Peter Edwin Krasinski will be performing a improvised accompaniment on the Mighty Wurlitzer. The screening will take place at the Providence Performing Arts Center as part of their Stage Fight event.
Another highlight at this year's festival is a very special 40th anniversary screening of the 1983 horror cult classic Sleepaway Camp. Filmmaker and author Jeff Hayes will be in attendance to discuss his new behind the scenes book "Sleepaway Camp: Making The Movie And Reigniting The Campfire." Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the screening.
The full schedule for this year’s Festival can be found here: http://www.rifilmfest.org and also https://prog.tsharp.xyz/en/riiff/
The 2023 festival will include screenings in Providence at Johnson and Wales University, AS220, Providence Performing Arts Center, and The Vets Cinematheque.
"We have a wonderfully diverse list of entries and events for this year's festival. Everything from traditional horror and horror comedy to thought provoking science fiction and animation. Plus, we have some great panelists and a very fun closing night party. We truly have something for everyone," noted Shawn Drywa, Vortex Program Director.
Tickets can be purchased online using the program links below:
http://www.rifilmfest.org - prog.tsharp.xyz/en/riiff/
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2023 KINO Short Film Fest
Watch this short video to find out more!
Proudly sponsored by Panavision & Final Draft.
Applicants and filmmakers can submit short films in all genres.
TOP AWARDS:
The Judge’s Choice of $25,000
The People’s Choice of $5,000
INDUSTRY AWARDS:
The Panavision Award for Cinematography
The Final Draft Award for Most Original Script
Other prizes awarded:
Best Drama Short
Best Comedy Short
Best Experimental Short
Best Documentary Short
Best LGBT Short
Best Horror Short
Best Sci-Fi Short
Best Animated Short
Best Student Short
Films are also eligible for consideration for KINO (a film finance company) to collaborate with a filmmaker
to make their feature film. No other film festival offers this.
Each category will be adjudicated by a series of working professionals specializing in that genre
(i.e. Animation = Pixar Animator. Horror = SAW Franchise Writer etc.)
Winners will be announced live in Los Angeles on January 31st, 2024 at the historic Hollywood Legion Theater.
Deadlines:
HORROR & THRILLER: 10/15
COMEDY & DRAMA: 11/15
ANIMATION & DOCUMENTARY: 12/15
APPLICANTS CAN SUBMIT HERE.
Discount Code: INDUSTRYPRO for one-time submission for Filmmakers.
Part of KINO's MISSION is to build a network of creatives while championing and supporting emerging filmmakers. Beyond submitting your short, you'll be able to create a public profile and include each cast/crew that participated on your short film. This creates the opportunity to celebrate each role on a film set and get noticed for your work outside of this competition. KINO is creating the bridge from emerging to working filmmaker.
We look forward to seeing how YOU tell stories.
For more information, check out:
KINO Website
KINO Instagram
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Speacial one-time screening of SLATERSVILLE: America's First Mill Villiage, November 11th at 1:30pm at the Museum of Work & Culture.
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Deadline Approaching: Roy W. Dean Fall Grant for Filmmakers
The countdown is on to apply for the Roy W. Dean Grant for Fall which offers financial assistance as well as production services to emerging and established indie filmmakers. The grant seeks films that are unique, with compelling stories that make a contribution to society. Applications must be received by 11:59 PM on Oct 31st, 2023.
Roy W. Dean Grant: Help to Get Films Started or Finished
The winner will receive a cash prize of $3,000 and thousands more in donated services and film products to assist in production, post-production, marketing, or distribution of their project. The grant, sponsored by top rated 501(c)3 non-profit From the Heart Productions, is open to documentaries, narrative features, short films, and web series. Students are welcome to apply.
Included among the services and products the winner will receive are $15,000 in theme music for their project from award winning composer David Raiklen, $6,000 in animation from Emmy winner Charlie Canfield, $700 one week DSLR camera package rental from Birns & Sawyer, $750 in Grant Writing Services from Karen Everett of New Doc Editing, $600.00 for closed captioning by Cineprosmedia, and much more from many heartfelt donors.
For Students Only: Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant
Still accepting applications is the inaugural Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant. Exclusively for student filmmakers, the winner of the grant will receive $3,000 as well as donated services and goods from companies and individuals in the film industry.
Films must be unique and make a contribution to society. Films can be short or feature length narratives or documentaries, but must be budgeted at $50,000 or less. Student Filmmakers from any country are welcome to apply.
Deadline for submitting projects to the Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant is November 30th 2023.
Every Filmmaker Gets Help for Their Project by Just Applying
A very unique feature of every grant offered by From the Heart Productions is that each applicant is offered a 15-minute consultation on their project. Submitting filmmakers can get advice on how to find funding, build up a database of donors or investors, market their film, and more.
More information on the Roy W. Dean Grants can be found at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-film-grants-and-awards/
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Actor Jeff Daniels Joins List of World War II Foundation Film Voices.
Two-time Emmy Award-Winning Actor Jeff Daniels (The Newsroom, The Purple Rose of Cairo, Gettysburg, Steve Jobs, Terms of Endearment, Dumb, and Dumber) will be narrating an upcoming documentary film for the World War II Foundation focused on the tragic WWII story of the French village of Oradour-sur-Glane.
The Story: On June 10, 1944, 643 inhabitants of Oradour and nearby residents were massacred by a unit of soldiers from the second SS Das Reich division. It was payback for local French resistance activities in the region. The men in the village were shot. The women and children were taken to the local church and burned alive. There were seven massacre survivors, the last passing away earlier this year.
The tragedy occurred just after the D-Day landings in Normandy, France, and symbolized some of the war's most severe Nazi barbarism. Later, French President Charles de Gaulle ordered the village to be preserved as it was on June 10, 1944, as a memorial to those who suffered under the hands of the over 200 SS troops ordered to destroy the town. The youngest victim of the German atrocity was two months old.
Today, the preserved ruins of Oradour-sur-Glane bear deep physical and emotional scars, and the route through the village streets is accompanied by plaques, which allow visitors to return to June 10, 1944, and visualize the story of the tragic day.
Daniels joins a list of World War II Foundation narrators that includes Tom Brokaw, Kevin Bacon, Dan Aykroyd, Gary Sinise, Tom Selleck, Jane Lynch, Matthew Broderick, Darius Rucker, Luke Bryan, Greg Kinnear, Jim Nantz, Bill Belichick, Damian Lewis, Jon Seda, Jason Beghe, David McCallum, Liev Schreiber, Kyle Chandler, DB Sweeney, Tim McCarver, and Dale Dye.
This film will be the 37th documentary produced by the World War II Foundation for global airing on American Public Television/PBS.
World War II Foundation documentary films rank in the top-5 of most requested programs nationally by PBS and Public Television stations
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Exciting Grants for Indie and Student Filmmakers
From the Heart Productions, the top-rated 501(c) non-profit, now has two film grants available this Fall. One for indie filmmakers and a new one specifically for student filmmakers.
Roy W. Dean Grant for Fall 2023
The Roy W. Dean Grant for indie filmmakers is now accepting applications for its Fall Grant. Awarded to a unique film that makes a contribution to society, the winner will receive $3,000 cash and thousands more in film services to help them complete their project. Deadline for submissions is October 31st, 2023.
Now completing its 31st year, the Roy W. Dean Grant has awarded over $2,500,000 in cash and donated film products and services to dozens of filmmakers enabling them to finish work on their projects. Documentaries, short films, narrative features, or web series are all eligible to be considered for this grant. Students are welcome to apply.
In addition to the cash prize, the grant recipient will receive $15,000 in theme music for their project from award winning composer David Raiklen, $6,000 in animation from Emmy winner Charlie Canfield, $500 in expendables, grip, or lighting from Filmtools, 20% discount on the design of your marketing sheet by professional Dan Chapman, and much more from many heartfelt donors.
Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant for Student Filmmakers
New this year is the Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant which is just for student filmmakers. Winner of the grant will receive $3,000. From the Heart will also be adding film production service donations to the grant. Grant seeks short fiction films from students that are unique and that make a contribution to society. Deadline for submitting projects to the Carole Dorothy Joyce Grant is November 30th 2023
Every Filmmaker Gets Help for Their Project by Just Applying
A very unique feature of every grant offered by From the Heart Productions is that each applicant is offered a 15-minute consultation on their project. Submitting filmmakers can get advice on how to find funding, build up a database of donors or investors, market their film, and more.
More information on the grant can be found at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-film-grants-and-awards/
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In honor of Labor Day, we are excited to announce a special one-time only preview screening of the next episode in the story of SLATERSVILLE, which will take place at the Museum of Work & Culture in Woonsocket as part of their annual Labor Day open house on Monday, September 4th at 1:30PM.
The sixth episode, titled "They Will All Be My Friends," picks up where the first half of the series left off last fall, introducing Henry Plimpton Kendall as Slatersville's new owner in 1915 and many new faces along the way. It will also include a special section on the Saylesville Massacre of 1934.
The second half of the series will run in episodes 6 through 11, all of which are still in post-production for a targeted late 2024 release.
This work-in-progress screening will only be available to those in attendance, and there will be no online viewing event. Seating is limited, and the space can only fit at maximum of 75 people. So be sure to register today by emailing the museum at mowc@rihs.org.
The episode will run 70 minutes, and it will be followed by a Q&A with Director Christian de Rezendes, Co-Writer Joey DeFrancesco, Labor Historian Patrick Crowley, Project Consultant Allison Horrocks, Emmy® Award-Winning Composer Stephen Gilbane and other collaborators on the series.
Interviews appearing (in alphabetical order): Clarence Arsenault, Donald Arsenault, Judy Azar, Lillian Cabral, Patrick Crowley, Armand DeVaudreuil, John Flaherty, Cecelia Flynn, Betty Gelinas, Marc Gelinas, Bob Harding, Lisa Harlow, Ben Heslin, Fred Hooper, James Hooper IV, John Plimpton Kendall, Kevin Klyberg, Teresa Mahony, Grace Maynard, Scott Molloy, Gilbert Moore, Eileen Morris, Tom Mundy, Irene Nebiker, Maria Piette, Carlton Pipping, David Rennie, Mildred Lunn Rennie, Lynne Kozlik Richer, Bill Schnorr, Candace Smith, Linda Thibault and Wanda Tutaj.
Voice work by Bob Colonna, Geoff White, Bernie Larrivee, Frank O'Donnell, Charlie DuBois and Michael A. LoCicero.
To view the first 5 episodes, you can do so anytime at pbs.org.
Thank you for your amazing support!! We look forward to seeing you there!!
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The World War II Foundation recently returned from nine days of filming in France and Switzerland. Joining us for the filming were students and professors from The University of Georgia, Syracuse University, the University of Rhode Island, and Davidson College.
The initiative is part of The World War II Foundation's International College Documentary Film Program, whose mission is...
Honing the craft of college documentary filmmaking while honoring the contributions of the Greatest Generation.
As well as: Educating students about the world we live in today, utilizing the lessons of those who fought in, witnessed, and survived World War II.
Each year, the non-profit World War II Foundation partners with significant colleges and universities nationwide to introduce young filmmakers to the experience of filming a World War II documentary overseas.
Narrator Updates:
Welcome actor Kevin Bacon to our long list of narrators. Kevin will be narrating an upcoming film for The World War II Foundation focused on the top-secret British Special Operations Executive (S.O.E.) in WWII and their crucial organizational work with the French resistance just after D-Day, June 6, 1944, in France.
CBS Sports Jim Nantz also recently narrated the 34th film from The World War II Foundation in Nashville. It's the third film narrated by Jim Nantz, with more to come! Nantz lent his voice to Bob Dole, Italy, and World War II, a documentary filmed in the mountains near Florence, Italy. The film chronicles the incredible World War II story of longtime United States Senator and Presidential candidate Bob Dole of Kansas. The film premieres nationally this November (watch the trailer here).
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NATIVE AMERICA Season 2
Four Native-directed hours reveal the beating heart of contemporary Indian Country and the extraordinary leaders who draw upon deep traditions to transform the modern world. The Emmy-nominated series returns for a second season.
Visit our website to view the trailer and learn more about the series.
NATIVE AMERICA season 2 premieres Tuesdays, October 24 through November 14, 2023, 9:00-10:00 p.m. ET (check local listings) on PBS.
Time Running Out for Filmmakers to Apply for Roy W. Dean Grant for Summer
Awarded to a film that is unique and that makes a contribution to society, the deadline for submission to the Roy W. Dean Grant for Summer 2023 is June 30th. The grant for independent filmmakers includes a $3,500 cash prize and thousands more in donated film production services and products to the winner complete their film.
From the Heart Productions, the 501(c)3 top-rated non-profit which has sponsored the grant since 1993, will also offer the Britt Penrod Award. $500 will be awarded to an applicant with a film that makes an exceptionalcontribution to society.
The Roy W. Dean Grant is open to documentaries, narrative features, short films and web series budgeted at $500k or less. Projects can be at any stage of production. Students are welcome to apply.
The donated services the grant winner receives includes $500 in grip, lighting, or expendables from Filmtools, a $1,295.00 Scholarship to Writers Boot Camp, $600.00 for your Free Closed Captioning by Cineprosmedia, discounted sound mix from Jeff Alan at Alan Audio Works, and more from many heartfelt donors.
Filmmakers can apply at http://fromtheheartproductions.com/grant-application-form/ .
Every Filmmaker Gets Help for Their Project by Just Applying
Since its inception, the Roy W. Dean Film Grant has offered something for applicants that is itself unique for a grant. Every filmmaker that applies for the grant has the opportunity to receive a 15-minute consultation on their submission. Filmmakers can get advice on how to find funding, build up a database of donors or investors, market their film, and more.
More information on the grant can be found at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-film-grants-and-awards/
For any questions, please email info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098.
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Rhode Island PBS has been honored with three Boston/New England Emmy® Awards. The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) Boston/New England Chapter presented the awards last Saturday, June 10, at the 46th Annual Boston/New England Emmy® Awards Ceremony held in Boston. The wins follow the 12 nominations Rhode Island PBS received on April 20, 2023, the most of any television station in the state. Find out more at this link.
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Congratulations to SLATERSVILLE'S composer Stephen Gilbane for winning a New Enlgland Emmy Award for Outstanding Music Composition.
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The Ripple Effect wins the New England Emmy for the sixth consecutive year. Congratulations to Dante Bellini jr., Eric Latek, David Zapatka, Mauro Colangelo and John Rametta. With gratitude to the leadership, support and inspiration from Rhode Island Department of Transportation and RDW Group.
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On Friday, June 2, SLATERSVILLE received the Lighthouse Spotlight Award from theBlock Island Film Festival. This award honors film projects that focus on matters of historical significance. This came after a fun screening followed by a great Q&A with festival co-hosts Henry LeBlanc and Kristin Carey. Big thanks to their staff and Festival Director Cassius Shumanfor this honor.
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SLATERSVILLE received a Gold Telly Award in the Documentary Series category at the 44th Annual Telly Awards. This is the first Telly Award ever for Breaking Branches Pictures. We are truly grateful to the Tellys and our amazing crew of artists, researchers, historians, film professionals and financial supporters, whose hard work and dedication make this achievement possible. We could never have done this without ALL of you!! Thank you.
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We're excited to announce that Rhode Island PBS has won six Telly Awards! Congratulations to our production teams, and thank you to those who voted for us in the People's Telly category. Watch all of these winning programs at watch.ripbs.org.
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2023 Roy W. Dean Film Grant for Summer Now Accepting Submissions
Winner of the Roy W. Dean Film Grant for Summer will receive $3,500 and thousands more in donated film products and services including $1,295.00 Scholarship to Writers Boot Camp, $500 in grip, lighting or expendables from Filmtools, a 30% Discount by Jerry Deaton for Music Post Production Services at AudioKut, $750 in Grant Writing Services from Karen Everett of New Doc Editing, and more from many heartfelt donors.
Filmmakers can apply at http://fromtheheartproductions.com/grant-application-form/.
Britt Penrod Award
$500 will be awarded to grant applicant with a film that is unique but also makes an exceptional contribution to society. The grant is made possible by a generous donation by its namesake, Britt Penrod, who has been a great supporter of independent films. Winner of this award does not need to be the Roy W. Dean Grant recipient.
Every Filmmaker That Applies Can Get Help on Their Project
Since its inception, the Roy W. Dean Film Grant has offered something for applicants that is itself unique for a grant. Every filmmaker that applies for the grant has the opportunity to receive a 15-minute consultation on their submission. Filmmakers can get advice on how to find funding, build up a database of donors or investors, market their film, and more.
More information on the grant can be found at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-film-grants-and-awards/
For any questions, please email info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098.
IMPORTANT WARNING:
TO ALL RHODE ISLANDERS INTERESTED IN PURSUING CAREERS IN FILM AND TELEVISION
THIS IS A PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
We urge you to be cautious when choosing to work with talent and casting companies.
Be sure to check with the Better Business Bureau at 508-652-4800 or the
State of Rhode Island's Attorney General's Office at 401-274-4400
ATTENTION NEW ENGLAND CREW MEMBERS & TALENT!!!
An Important Warning from the Rhode Island Film & TV Office
It has come to the attention of the Rhode Island Film & TV Office that several scammers are conducting fraudulent acts by posing as producers or filmmakers with a future production in order to entice crew members and talent to reveal their personal and private financial information, such as bank account numbers.
If you are contacted by an unfamiliar producer or filmmaker via email, phone, or text message for potential work, please PROCEED WITH CAUTION. No legitimate production company requires your private financial information.
If you feel you have received a fraudulent contact, please file a report with the Consumer’s Division of the RI Office of the Attorney General at 401-274-4400 (Option 1).
Thank you for your cooperation.
Warmly,
Steven Feinberg
Be sure to check our RI Film Calendar of Events for upcoming screenings and activities
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In partnership with Flickers' Rhode Island International Film Festival (RIIFF) and the Rhode Island Film and Television Office, Rhode Island PBS proudly presents doubleFEATURE, an exceptional opportunity for our viewers to see artistic, original, award-winning short films from a collection of animation, foreign language, documentary, or fiction films each week.
doubleFEATURE showcases the art of the short film and the artists who make them. Each week, in addition to presenting a selection of two or more short films, between the short films, Steve Feinberg, director of the RI Film and Television Office, and George Marshall, executive producer at RIIFF, interview filmmakers and industry professionals.
Double Feature airs Fridays on RI PBS Channel 36
www.ripbs.org/tv-schedule
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Julian Fellowes calls Newport “a village of palaces”
From Rhode Island Monthly
www.rimonthly.com/julian-fellowes-calls-newport-a-village-of-palaces
The Rhode Island Department of Education's "ARTS Initiative" is an excellent opportunity for schools to strengthen and re-energize their arts programming – which has been proven to promote and improve mental health, while also increasing academic performance. The benefits are also two-fold: districts will make decisions through community engagement and make new, important connections to arts organizations and individuals that could benefit students for years to come. Schools have a responsibility to offer and invest in a well-rounded education, and this initiative will supplement those efforts. Five million dollars in funding will be announced in early May and each district in the state will receive money. Funding can be used in any art-related field such as culinary, visual and media arts, performing arts, and design. Investments could include, but are not limited to, the purchase of musical instruments, auditorium upgrades, artists in residence, murals, sculptures, professional development, individual sponsorships and other expenditures that help provide high-quality educational opportunities for all public school students. These funds should supplement schools’ arts programming and not remove arts-related expenses from operational budgets. These funds can also be used to leverage other funding sources, including federal funding. RIDE is coordinating with the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA) and the Rhode Island Division of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion to expand outreach into the arts community statewide. Through the outreach, RIDE will create a resource guide of offerings from organizations and individuals in various disciplines.
Use this form to become a part of the resource guide.
https://forms.monday.com/forms/f4cae986995b8a59a4e19dab495fa677?r=use1
Motif Film Screening Series
CLICK for informationhttps://motifri.com/motif-film-screening-series/
The Roy W. Dean Short Film Grant
Time Running Out to Apply for Roy W. Dean Film Grant for Summer
Indie filmmakers have just until June 30th to submit their projects to the Roy W. Dean Film Grant for Summer 2022 [fromtheheartproductions.com]. Awarded to a film that is unique and that makes a contribution to society, the grant includes $3,500 cash and thousands more in donated film production services and products to help filmmakers complete their film.
From the Heart Productions [fromtheheartproductions.com], the 501(c)3 top-rated non-profit which has sponsored the grant since 1993, will also offer the Britt Penrod Award of $500 to an applicant with a film that makes an exceptional contribution to society.
Open to documentaries, narrative features, short films and web series, the grant seeks films budgeted at $500,000 or less. Films can be at any stage of production. Students are welcome to apply.
The donated services the grant winner receives includes $500 in grip, lighting, or expendables from Filmtools, a $1,295.00 Scholarship to Writers Boot Camp [writersbootcamp.com], 6 month membership to Documentors [howtomake-a-documentary.com] with full access to fund raising materials, discounted sound mix from Jeff Alan at Alan Audio Works [alanaudioworks.com], and more from many heartfelt donors.
Filmmakers can apply at http://fromtheheartproductions.com/grant-application-form.
Every Filmmaker Gets Help for Their Project by Just Applying
Since its inception, the Roy W. Dean Film Grant has offered something for applicants that is itself unique for a grant. Every filmmaker that applies for the grant has the opportunity to receive a 15-minute consultation on their submission. Filmmakers can get advice on how to find funding, build up a database of donors or investors, market their film, and more.
More information on the grant can be found at https://fromtheheartproductions.com/roy-w-dean-film-grants-and-awards/
For any questions, please e mail info@fromtheheartproductions.com or call 805-984-0098.
Climbing Survival Show set in the Rainforest
· Are you an expert #CLIMBING #SURVIVALIST?
· Can you climb the tallest tree and walk the highest tightrope?
· Hunt from above, and fish from a height?
· Can you survive with basic kit in one of the world’s most extreme environments?
A #TV Company is taking survival to new heights in an extreme cutting-edge adventure TV series for a major Streaming Service. Seeking dynamic, self-sufficient, climbing survivalists to take on an epic challenge in an exotic tropical land.
To apply go to: www.caravancasting.com
For more information ask @CharlieCasting [instagram.com]
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2022 Calendar: Save These Dates!
June 24-26 2022: 1st Annual Environment Festival
August 26-28 2022: 2nd Annual Empathy Festival
Gilded Extras Casting
The HBO series "The Gilded Age" is returning to the City-by-the-Sea to film scenes for its second season, and a New York-based casting company is seeking actors and extras to appear on screen.
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Press Release: The Gilded Age
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World Premiere News
After more than a decade in production, we are truly excited to announce that the World Premiere of SLATERSVILLE: America's First Mill Village will take place on Friday, September 16, 2022 at 8pm on Rhode Island PBS. The entire series will consist of 12 episodes and be split into two seasons of six episodes each.
Season One will premiere on September 16, 2022 with a new episode to follow every Friday evening at 8pm through October 21, 2022. Season Two will premiere in 2023 on a date to be determined.
Our Next (and possibly final) Preview Screening
But before that happens, we would like to invite you to our 12th and possibly final preview screening "Controlling No Man's Land," which will take place at the Museum of Work & Culture on Saturday, April 23rd at 2pm. This will be a live public screening only. We will notify you when registration opens for this event. In the meantime, mark your calendars!!
Did you know?...
Episodes 2 and 3 of the new HBO series, The Guilded Age, features scenes filmed (below) at Clouds Hill Victorian House Museum in Warwick, RI? This location plays a huge role in the first half of the SLATERSVILLE series. The home was built in the 1870s by William Smith Slater, son of John and Ruth Slater who ran the village. Congrats to Clouds Hill and the folks at the Rhode Island Film Office.
As always, we are deeply appreciative of your ongoing support. Thank you all!!
DONATIONS
To make a donation, visit our gofundme page, or contact us at breakingbranches@gmail.com to learn how you can make a donation through one of our 501c(3) non-profit sponsors. Thank you! To learn more about Slatersville, visit www.firstmillvillage.com or follow us on Facebook.
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Rara René
New England-based multimedia artist & filmmaker Estarlyn Hiraldo (Starling The Kid), is working in collaboration with director Adriel Jimenez (@GHETTOSONSHINE) and photographer Mavvro (@mavvro) on a series of films dedicated to a designer bag line by René Manuel Ramos (@renemanuelramos). Inspired by the work of Jamel Shabazz, Dapper Dan, Wes Anderson and more.
The project, “Rara René,” focuses on unique characters from a colorful community. Rara René is a local tailor and designer who is the talk of the town because of his new bags. As Q would say “He got maaaaad flavors.” We follow these characters throughout their Sunday as they all try to get their hands on one of those bags.
The goal is to raise: $4,500
Donations can be made by via this link: https://linktr.ee/RaraRene
Any contribution of any amount helps and is much appreciated. In return, incentives have been set up for folks who are able and willing to contribute.
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The mission of the non-profit World War II Foundation is to produce educational films and create initiatives recognizing the bravery and enormous contributions made by the veterans and survivors of World War II so that future generations appreciate the determination and sacrifices that enabled perpetuation of our basic freedoms.
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Win a HOME on a Royal British Estate
Do you have the skills to renovate a derelict building?
Dreaming of an escape to the country?
Want to win a fabulous home?
A brand-new television series is searching internationally for teams of two with the skills and drive to live on a 17th century castle estate and transform the space into residential homes. At the end of the competition three teams will each win a life-changing prize - one of the properties for themselves, rent and mortgage free! For more information email your name & location to: HOME@mavericktv.co.uk
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Hocus Pocus Press Release
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• • • • • • • •Welcome to Rhodywood: Several movies, TV series being filmed in RI
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First Hocus Pocus 2 Set Images Arrive as Construction Gets Underway in Rhode Island
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Great Films Are Now On Line.
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Press Release - Space Oddity
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Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker, 2021
Casting Call #1 for 5 main characters
Company Name: Comey Productions
Producer/Director: J. Scot Comey
Shooting Location(s):
Attleboro, Pawtucket, Bristol, Providence
E mail: Comeyproductions@aol.com
Compensation:
Equity share OR small monetary compensation
Submissions:
Via e mail, head shots, bio, what part are you submitting for
Auditions:
In person immediately (following all Covid protocols)
Call Backs:
Within 2 weeks of audition
Shooting Starts:
First 2 weeks of June
Shooting Ends:
Open ended
Synopsis: 5 friends 4 of whom are gay lose the leader of their friendship to cancer. Through happenstance they find out he is in trouble in the afterlife. They try to contact him to try to help him with the help of a psychic medium. Along the way they have scary and comical missteps. Ultimately they have closure but come to realize there is a tremendous need for psychics who contact gay dead people in order to achieve closure for their clients. They form the gay ghost hunters group thus setting up for a series.
Character Bios
Chris: White female, lesbian, 50’s, smoker, 5’5”-5’7” in height, squarish boxy body shape, pudgy not fat, very short almost marines like military style haircut, blondish hair. Chris takes over as the group leader after Mike the leader dies, she is a no nonsense business owner short tempered and very assertive.
Luis: light skinned Hispanic male, flamboyant but not gay, 50s, smoker, 5‘5“ to 5‘7“ tall. Very slim build almost to the point of being too skinny. Scraggly well-kept goatee facial hair. Dark hair medium length thinning but not bald well-kept. He was closest to Mike and now drives Mike’s 76 Eldorado convertible which Mike left him. Him and Chris are always at odds with each other in a comical way.
Jeff: White male, gay, in his 50s, 5‘6“ tall to 5’9” tall. Very thin Frenchy style mustache, well-kept hair dark not balding well groomed, smoker. Very prim and proper always dresses very nicely.
Jay: Black male, in his 50’s, gay, shaved head, no facial hair, average build not fat but not skinny. 5’9”-5’11” in height, Smoker, more of a listener than a talker. Him and Chris very close. Is somewhat of a loner outside of the group drives a short haul truck for a living
Mike: white male, Italian, gay, the dead leader of the group. Black wavy hair, handsome, athletic build, 5‘11“ to 6‘2“ tall, cigar smoker, in his 50’s. While he was alive was energetic friendly not overly flamboyant but was very proud of being gay.
This first casting call is for the first five main characters. Subsequent to the hiring of them there will be a second casting for supporting actors and actresses. Subsequent to that they will also be a call for extras.
State of The Film Industry
An interview with five leaders of the New England film community about the current state of the industry, how they got started, and what's next.Into The Frame
Filmmaker and multimedia artists Starling [instagram.com] (Providence College Student ‘21) is excited to announce the release of his¬†newest short film "Into the Frame" (2020). The film is live now on YouTube! Starling's work has been featured on various sites and been selected for film festivals including: Direct Monthly Online Film Festival (DMOFF) [dmoffest.com] The Monkey Bread Tree Film Awards (TMBT) [themonkeybreadtree.com], the Dominican Film Festival in NYC (DFFNYC) [dominicanfilmfestival.com] Short Diaspora 2, Prague International Monthly Film Festival [praguefilmfest.com], and Think Shorts [thinkshorts.com].
Official Trailer https://youtu.be/dlU0-ypr-A0 [youtu.be]
Film Link: https://youtu.be/8BblfJyiypk [youtu.be]
Feel free to Subscribe to THIS YOUTUBE CHANNEL [youtube.com]! For inquiries, questions, or feedback, please reach Starling via email at thatkidstarling@gmail.com
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The new PCFF FILM HUB connects the community with resources to discover, explore and engage with film
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We Want Your Film News
Do you have an upcoming project? Audition? Screening? In the spirit of giving, I present to you not one but TWO options for spreading the word and increasing your project's visibility.
RIFC Newsletter & Facebook: E mail info@rifcfilms.com and please include the following info:
1. Contact E mail
2. Contact Information
3. When
4. Where
5. Your announcement
6. Is there a link to more info?
7. If casting - is it SAG?
8. If a work call - paid or unpaid?
Motif Magazine: E mail rpacheco737@hotmail.com and include your name and "FILM NEWS" in the subject line.
Motif will be running a regular section on local films news and would love to help promote your work.
Free of charge, you can notify more actors about your auditions and more film-goers about your screenings. These are good things.
Got Filmmaking News?
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The 1st Thursday of each month, Rhodywood.com hosts a Filmmaker's Showcase for independent producers at the Brooklyn Coffee & Teahouse in Providence, Rhode Island. Our coffee house is also on www.Facebook.com To be our coffee house friend, type in: Brooklyn Coffee Teahouse.
We look forward to hearing and seeing you soon. We want Your Independent Films!
We want to host your test screening review •DVD equipment - Surround sound - Large screen available. We also have casting call space above our coffee house
Location:
Brooklyn Coffee Tea House • Anthony Demings • 209 Douglas Avenue • Providence, RI 02908 • 401-575-2284
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